What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningVp/Va Copolymer
Isobutane
Propane
PEG-25 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Pvp
Emulsion StabilisingPropanediol
Solvent
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantEriophorum Spissum Flower/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningSerenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Quinoa
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Laureth-4
Emulsifying
Oleth-20
CleansingPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Polysilicone-29
PEG-12 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningBenzophenone-4
UV Absorber
Disodium EDTA
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingButylene Glycol
Humectant
BHT
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Limonene
Perfuming
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Coumarin
Perfuming
Water, Vp/Va Copolymer, Isobutane, Propane, PEG-25 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Pvp, Propanediol, Dipropylene Glycol, Eriophorum Spissum Flower/Stem Extract, Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract, Panthenol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract, Hydrolyzed Quinoa, Glycerin, Laureth-4, Oleth-20, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Polysilicone-29, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Ethylhexylglycerin, Benzophenone-4, Disodium EDTA, Glycolic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Butylene Glycol, BHT, Tocopherol, Benzyl Alcohol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Sorbic Acid, Parfum, Limonene, Benzyl Salicylate, Linalool, Geraniol, Coumarin
Water
Skin ConditioningIsobutane
Vp/Va Copolymer
Hedychium Coronarium Root Extract
MaskingPEG-12 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Bisamino PEG/PPG-41/3 Aminoethyl Pg-Propyl Dimethicone
Steareth-21
CleansingPolyquaternium-11
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
Cleansing
Diazolidinyl Urea
Preservative
PPG-5-Ceteth-20
EmulsifyingCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Pentaerythrityl Tetracaprylate/Tetracaprate
EmollientPropane
Sodium Chloride
MaskingLaurtrimonium Chloride
Emulsifying
Sodium Bisulfite
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Water, Isobutane, Vp/Va Copolymer, Hedychium Coronarium Root Extract, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Bisamino PEG/PPG-41/3 Aminoethyl Pg-Propyl Dimethicone, Steareth-21, Polyquaternium-11, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Diazolidinyl Urea, PPG-5-Ceteth-20, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Pentaerythrityl Tetracaprylate/Tetracaprate, Propane, Sodium Chloride, Laurtrimonium Chloride, Sodium Bisulfite, Parfum, Hexyl Cinnamal, Hydroxycitronellal, Limonene
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Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This ingredient is a low-molecular weight gas using as a propellant in foams, sprays, and mousses.
It is not intended to interact with skin in a meaningful way as it evaporates almost immediately after dispensing and only leaving behind the actual product formula.
If it does somehow make it onto your skin, it is chemically inert and does not penetrate or get absorbed into skin. Safety assessments note that adverse skin reactions to this ingredient are uncommon.
Learn more about IsobutaneLimonene 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 LimoneneParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or '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 by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumPEG-12 Dimethicone is a type of water-soluble silicone. It has skin conditioning and hydrating properties.
According to a manufacturer, this ingredient's stability is decreased by strong acid or alkali.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Propane is a gas derived from petroleum and natural gas. In cosmetics, its only used as an aerosol propellant (it pushes your product out of the can when you press the nozzle).
That's why you'll find it in hair sprays, dry shampoos, deodorants, mousses, shaving foams, and sunscreen sprays.
It is volatile, meaning it only remains on skin for less than 10 seconds before evaporating. It doesn't really linger long enough on skin to act as a skincare ingredient in any meaningful way.
Hairspray concentrations are between 6-17%.
The CIR Expert Panel concluded it to be safe as a cosmetic ingredient under present concentration and usage.
Learn more about PropaneVP/VA Copolymer is a synthetic polymer made by joining two smaller molecules (vinylpyrrolidone and vinyl acetate) into a larger chain.
It is mainly used as a film-former and fixing agent. When a product dries, it creates a thin and flexible layer on the skin, hair, or nails. This film helps hold hairstyles into place, adds a smooth feel to skin, and traps moisture to reduce dryness.
Irritation is rare at normal concentrations and it doesn't penetrate deeply into skin.
Learn more about Vp/Va CopolymerWater. 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. Remember to stay hydrated!
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