What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientButylene Glycol
Humectant
Methylpropanediol
SolventNiacinamide
Smoothing
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Polyacrylate-13
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Betaine
Humectant
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Polyisobutene
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningMyristic Acid
Cleansing
Arachidic Acid
Cleansing
Lauric Acid
Cleansing
Disodium EDTA
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Water, Glycerin, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Butylene Glycol, Methylpropanediol, Niacinamide, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Cyclohexasiloxane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Adenosine, Polyacrylate-13, Polysorbate 20, Palmitic Acid, Betaine, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Polyisobutene, Stearic Acid, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Xanthan Gum, Sorbitan Isostearate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Myristic Acid, Arachidic Acid, Lauric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water
Masking
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate
Emulsifying
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil
Humectant
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Extract
AstringentVaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract
Skin Protecting
Punica Granatum Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Swiftlet Nest Extract
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Betaine
Humectant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Lauryl Alcohol
Emollient
Myristyl Alcohol
Emollient
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingArginine
Masking
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingGlyceryl Stearate Citrate
Emollient
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water, Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil, Centella Asiatica Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Beta-Glucan, Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Extract, Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, Swiftlet Nest Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Cetyl Alcohol, Betaine, Tocopherol, Lauryl Alcohol, Myristyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Carbomer, Arginine, Xanthan Gum, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate
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.
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 preservatives
Betaine is a common humectant (a substance that promotes retention of moisture). It's known to be gentle on the skin and can help balance hydration.
This ingredient is best for improving hydration and soothing irritated skin. Studies also show it helps even out skin tone.
Fun fact: Betaine is naturally created in the skin and body. The kind found within cosmetic products can be either plant-derived or synthetic.
Another name for betaine is trimethylglycine.
Learn more about BetaineButylene 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 GlycolThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCetyl Ethylhexanoate is an emollient ester. It comes from cetearyl alcohol and 2-ethylhexanoic acid.
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate is an emollient that adds a velvety feel to skin without being greasy or oily. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin, keeping your skin soft and hydrated.
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 GlycerinWater. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan Gum
