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Ethylhexyl Palmitate
EmollientPolyethylene
AbrasiveLauroyl Lysine
Skin ConditioningDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientTriethylhexanoin
MaskingMica
Cosmetic ColorantDimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingSqualane
EmollientEuphorbia Cerifera Wax
Silica
AbrasiveC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialPolyhydroxystearic Acid
EmulsifyingPersea Gratissima Oil
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Hydrogenated Rosinate
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
EmollientHydrogenated Vegetable Oil
EmollientTribehenin
EmollientCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientBehenyl Behenate
EmollientTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
AntioxidantCeramide Ng
Skin ConditioningAlaria Esculenta Extract
Skin ProtectingLavandula Stoechas Extract
MaskingTocopherol
AntioxidantPalmitoyl Hexapeptide-12
Skin ConditioningCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantEthylhexyl Palmitate, Polyethylene, Lauroyl Lysine, Diisostearyl Malate, Triethylhexanoin, Mica, Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Squalane, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Silica, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Persea Gratissima Oil, Glyceryl Hydrogenated Rosinate, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Tribehenin, Caprylyl Glycol, Behenyl Behenate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Ceramide Ng, Alaria Esculenta Extract, Lavandula Stoechas Extract, Tocopherol, Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 77891, CI 19140, CI 77007
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
MaskingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingSilica
AbrasiveCopernicia Cerifera Wax
Octyldodecanol
EmollientEuphorbia Cerifera Wax
C10-30 Cholesterol/Lanosterol Esters
EmulsifyingBeeswax
Emulsion StabilisingPolyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
EmulsifyingGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingTricaprylin
PerfumingGlyceryl Rosinate
PerfumingBambusa Arundinacea Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningBenzoic Acid
MaskingTriethyl Citrate
MaskingHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantAleurites Moluccanus Seed Oil
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
HumectantBentonite
AbsorbentGlycine Soja Oil
EmollientTerminalia Ferdinandiana Seed Oil
AntioxidantCitrus Glauca Fruit
EmollientFusanus Acuminatus Seed Oil
AntioxidantCarthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
MaskingPrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin ConditioningFusanus Spicatus Kernel Oil
EmollientCitric Acid
BufferingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingAdansonia Digitata Pulp Extract
EmollientCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Silica, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Octyldodecanol, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, C10-30 Cholesterol/Lanosterol Esters, Beeswax, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Tricaprylin, Glyceryl Rosinate, Bambusa Arundinacea Stem Extract, Benzoic Acid, Triethyl Citrate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Aleurites Moluccanus Seed Oil, Glycerin, Bentonite, Glycine Soja Oil, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Seed Oil, Citrus Glauca Fruit, Fusanus Acuminatus Seed Oil, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Fusanus Spicatus Kernel Oil, Citric Acid, Xanthan Gum, Adansonia Digitata Pulp Extract, CI 77891, Iron Oxides
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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.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (aka MCT Oil) is a lightweight emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping to prevent moisture loss.
Though it behaves like an oil, it is not technically one due to its chemical composition. One perk of this ingredient is that it is very stable, resistant to oxidation, and unlikely to go rancid.
In practice, that translates to a long shelf life and a consistently elegant skin feel.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this. Just patch test if you have concerns.
Fractionated coconut oil and MCT Oil are both listed as Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride according to INCI. This is because INCI names are based on the ingredient’s final chemical composition and not its marketing name or source.
This ingredient is treated as the gold standard fungal acne safe oil. Even though it is coconut derived, the problematic lauric acid is stripped out.
This leaves just caprylic (C8) and capric (C10) acid. These chain lengths actually trend antifungal; a 2020 study found caprylic acid was enough to disrupt Malassezia furfur cell membrane, with a caprylic acid derivative damaging membrane structures at concentrations as low as 0.2%.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCi 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891Silica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.
Though it has exfoliant properties, the function of silica varies depending on the product.
The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and adds smoothness, making it a great texture enhancer.
It is also used as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.
In some products, tiny microneedles called spicules are made from silica or hydrolyzed sponge. When you rub them in, they lightly polish away dead skin layers and enhance the penetration of active ingredients.
Learn more about SilicaTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateEuphorbia Cerifera Wax (aka candelilla wax) is a vegan stand-in for beeswax. It is a plant-derived wax that functions as an astringent, emulsion stabilizer, film-former, and skin conditioner.
On skin, it forms a protective barrier that helps lock in moisture while it enhances product stability, prevents separation, and helps color last longer in makeup.
This ingredient is generally safe for use in cosmetics with one nuance: some grades of candelilla wax can naturally contain benzyl alcohol at concentrations high enough to require declaration under EU labeling rules. This isn't a concern for most people but relevant for those with fragrance sensitivities.
Candelilla wax contains fatty acids (mainly C31) and wax esters that can be used by the Malassezia yeast, so this ingredient may not be fungal acne safe.
You might see Euphorbia Cerifera "Cera" instead of "wax". This is because some brands, databases, or labels use it interchangeably; they're the same ingredient.
Learn more about Euphorbia Cerifera Wax