What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Centella Asiatica Leaf Water
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Methyl Gluceth-20
Humectant
Polyglycerin-3
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Ficus Carica Fruit Extract
Humectant
Laminaria Japonica Extract
Skin Protecting
Eclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningHamamelis Virginiana Extract
Antiseborrhoeic
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Chrysanthemum Morifolium Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningNelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningLavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract
Cleansing
Lilium Candidum Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningSyringa Vulgaris Extract
Skin ConditioningRosa Hybrid Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Water
Masking
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
Masking
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
C12-14 Pareth-12
EmulsifyingDipropylene Glycol
HumectantAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Water
MaskingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingFructooligosaccharides
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingPalmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningLimonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Centella Asiatica Leaf Water, Glycerin, Methyl Gluceth-20, Polyglycerin-3, 1,2-Hexanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Propanediol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ficus Carica Fruit Extract, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Eclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Chrysanthemum Morifolium Flower Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract, Lilium Candidum Flower Extract, Syringa Vulgaris Extract, Rosa Hybrid Flower Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Hydrogenated Lecithin, C12-14 Pareth-12, Dipropylene Glycol, Allantoin, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Water, Xanthan Gum, Fructooligosaccharides, Butylene Glycol, Beta-Glucan, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Ceramide NP, Carbomer, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Ethylhexylglycerin, Limonene, Linalool
Water
Skin ConditioningDipropylene Glycol
Humectant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Isopropyl Isostearate
Emollient
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientDimethicone
Emollient
Arginine
Masking
Synthetic Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Sorbitan Stearate
Emulsifying
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
C14-22 Alcohols
Emulsion StabilisingAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Parfum
Masking
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Polyacrylate-13
C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Disodium EDTA
Polyisobutene
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Linalool
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Propanediol
Solvent
Geraniol
Perfuming
Methyl Lactate
Perfuming
Mentha Haplocalix Extract
MaskingGlucose
Humectant
Tuber Magnatum Extract
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
MaskingAcetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Isoleucine
Skin ConditioningGlutathione
Phenylalanine
Masking
Tropolone
Skin ConditioningTryptophan
MaskingThreonine
Copper Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Valine
MaskingCystine
MaskingGlutamine
Skin ConditioningGlycine
Buffering
Serine
Masking
Methionine
Skin ConditioningAlanine
MaskingProline
Skin ConditioningLysine
Skin ConditioningGlutamic Acid
Humectant
Histidine
Humectant
Leucine
Skin ConditioningAspartic Acid
Masking
Asparagine
MaskingTyrosine
MaskingWater, Dipropylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Isopropyl Isostearate, Carbomer, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Stearyl Alcohol, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Dimethicone, Arginine, Synthetic Beeswax, Sorbitan Stearate, Polysorbate 60, Panthenol, Palmitic Acid, C14-22 Alcohols, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Parfum, Adenosine, Polyacrylate-13, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, Tocopheryl Acetate, Disodium EDTA, Polyisobutene, Sodium Hyaluronate, Linalool, Limonene, Polysorbate 20, Sorbitan Isostearate, Propanediol, Geraniol, Methyl Lactate, Mentha Haplocalix Extract, Glucose, Tuber Magnatum Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Isoleucine, Glutathione, Phenylalanine, Tropolone, Tryptophan, Threonine, Copper Tripeptide-1, Valine, Cystine, Glutamine, Glycine, Serine, Methionine, Alanine, Proline, Lysine, Glutamic Acid, Histidine, Leucine, Aspartic Acid, Asparagine, Tyrosine
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservativesÂ
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolCarbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create a gel consistency.
A high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Don't worry, most products contain 1% or less of carbomer.
Dipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created humectant, stabilizer, and solvent.
This ingredient helps:
Dipropylene glycol is technically an alcohol, but it belongs to the glycol family (often considered part of the ‘good’ alcohols). This means it is hydrating and gentle on skin unlike drying solvent alcohols like denatured alcohol.
As a masking agent, Dipropylene Glycol can be used to cover the smell of other ingredients. However, it does not have a scent.
Studies show Dipropylene Glycol is considered safe to use in skincare.
Learn more about Dipropylene GlycolEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinHydrogenated Lecithin is created from the hydrogenation of lecithin (a group of phospholipids). Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction between hydrogen and another element.
This ingredient is an emollient and emulsifier. As an emollient, it helps soften skin by trapping moisture within. As an emulsifier, it prevents oil and water ingredients from separating.
Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about LimoneneLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about Propanediol
