What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Hydrofluorocarbon 152a
Alcohol Denat.
AntimicrobialIsobutane
Isododecane
EmollientIsohexadecane
EmollientPropylene Glycol Dibenzoate
Skin ConditioningButane
Rosa Canina Seed Oil
EmollientPentaclethra Macroloba Seed Oil
EmollientSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
EmollientMoringa Oleifera Seed Oil
EmollientOctylacrylamide/Acrylates/Butylaminoethyl Methacrylate Copolymer
Water
Skin ConditioningC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialC13-15 Alkane
SolventPPG-5-Ceteth-20
EmulsifyingHexyldecanol
EmollientAminomethyl Propanol
BufferingPolyquaternium-59
UV AbsorberButylene Glycol
HumectantAcrylic Acid
Benzoic Acid
MaskingTocopherol
AntioxidantParfum
MaskingLimonene
PerfumingHydrofluorocarbon 152a, Alcohol Denat., Isobutane, Isododecane, Isohexadecane, Propylene Glycol Dibenzoate, Butane, Rosa Canina Seed Oil, Pentaclethra Macroloba Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Octylacrylamide/Acrylates/Butylaminoethyl Methacrylate Copolymer, Water, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, C13-15 Alkane, PPG-5-Ceteth-20, Hexyldecanol, Aminomethyl Propanol, Polyquaternium-59, Butylene Glycol, Acrylic Acid, Benzoic Acid, Tocopherol, Parfum, Limonene
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 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 ParfumWater. 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 Water