What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
EmollientSqualane
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Isohexadecane
EmollientAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Linoleic Acid
Cleansing
Phospholipids
Skin Conditioning
Phytosterols
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Opuntia Ficus-Indica Flower Extract
Abrasive
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
Skin ConditioningLactic Acid
Buffering
Water, Propanediol, Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Squalane, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Hydroxyacetophenone, Isohexadecane, Allantoin, Linoleic Acid, Phospholipids, Phytosterols, Caprylyl Glycol, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Hydrolyzed Opuntia Ficus-Indica Flower Extract, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Lactic Acid
Titanium Dioxide 3.7%
Cosmetic Colorant
Zinc Oxide 14%
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Dicaprylyl Ether
Emollient
C13-15 Alkane
SolventPropanediol
Solvent
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Stearyl Citrate
EmollientTrioctyldodecyl Citrate
EmollientTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Sorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-10 Mono/Dioleate
Skin ConditioningSilica
Abrasive
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Carthamus Tinctorius Oleosomes
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
Emollient
Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum
Skin ConditioningHydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingVitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Rosa Rubiginosa Seed Oil
Emollient
Pongamia Pinnata Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningPersea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Unsaponifiables
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Bisabolol
Antioxidant
Sodium Phytate
Phenylpropanol
Masking
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Titanium Dioxide 3.7%, Zinc Oxide 14%, Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dicaprylyl Ether, C13-15 Alkane, Propanediol, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, Stearyl Citrate, Trioctyldodecyl Citrate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Polyglyceryl-10 Mono/Dioleate, Silica, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Carthamus Tinctorius Oleosomes, Stearic Acid, Aluminum Hydroxide, Hydroxyacetophenone, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Rosa Rubiginosa Seed Oil, Pongamia Pinnata Seed Extract, Persea Gratissima Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Unsaponifiables, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Bisabolol, Sodium Phytate, Phenylpropanol, Caprylyl Glycol
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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.
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
You may know this ingredient as argan oil. It has emollient and skin conditioning properties that help soften skin and reinforce the lipid barrier.
The fatty acid profile of argan oil is roughly 45-55% oleic acid, 28-36% linoleic acid, 10-15% palmitic acid, and 5-7% stearic acid. It also contains vitamin E, sterols, squalene, and polyphenols like ferulic acid.
Two clinical studies in postmenopausal women found that applying argan oil for 60 days significantly improved skin elasticity and moisturization (reduced transepidermal water loss and increased epidermal water content).
Since it is high in oleic and linoleic acid, this ingredient may not be fungal acne safe. Both of these fall in the C11-C24 range that Malassezia yeast can metabolize.
Learn more about Argania Spinosa Kernel OilCaprylyl Glycol is a humectant, skin conditioner, emollient, and preservative booster derived from either caprylic acid or synthetically created.
Typical use levels vary from 0.3-1% as a preservative booster and go up to 2% to condition skin.
Because it is not a free-fatty acid or alcohol, this ingredient is fungal acne safe (there's nothing for Malassezia to feed on).
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolHydroxyacetophenone is antioxidant with skin conditioning and soothing properties. It also boosts the efficiency of preservatives.
Though naturally occuring in Norwegian spruce needles, this ingredient is usually synthetically created.
This ingredient is not irritating or sensitizing. Recent research also suggests it may have skin-brightening effects through tyrosinase inhibition.
Learn more about HydroxyacetophenoneThis is a synthetic polymer. It helps improve the texture of products by adding thickness and gel-like feel.
It is also an emulsifer, meaning it prevents ingredients such as oil and water from separating. It also helps evenly disperse other ingredients.
Propanediol 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 PropanediolWater. 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!
Learn more about Water
