What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Ethylhexyl Stearate
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientBehenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientHydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin)
Emollient1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Arachidyl Alcohol
EmollientC14-22 Alcohols
Emulsion StabilisingCetyl-Pg Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide
Skin ConditioningPolyacrylate-13
Mannitol
Humectant
Arachidyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingC12-20 Alkyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Panax Ginseng Root Water
Masking
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingSorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentPropanediol
Solvent
Cholesterol
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Prunus Mume Fruit Extract
Humectant
Arachidic Acid
Cleansing
Glycine Max Oil
Emollient
Squalane
Emollient
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Polyglyceryl-10 Pentastearate
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Oleic Acid
Emollient
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Canola Oil
Emollient
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialWater, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Dimethicone, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Behenyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, Palmitic Acid, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), 1,2-Hexanediol, Arachidyl Alcohol, C14-22 Alcohols, Cetyl-Pg Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide, Polyacrylate-13, Mannitol, Arachidyl Glucoside, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Glyceryl Caprylate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Dimethiconol, Panax Ginseng Root Water, Carbomer, Sorbitan Isostearate, Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Propanediol, Cholesterol, Silica, Prunus Mume Fruit Extract, Arachidic Acid, Glycine Max Oil, Squalane, Madecassoside, Polyglyceryl-10 Pentastearate, Tocopherol, Ceramide NP, Oleic Acid, Phytosphingosine, Pentylene Glycol, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Canola Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Ceresin
Emulsion StabilisingHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientPEG-100 Stearate
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientEmu Oil
Skin Conditioning
Colloidal Sulfur
Antimicrobial
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Sorbitan Stearate
Emulsifying
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Triethanolamine
BufferingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Cetearyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingLavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Betaine
Humectant
Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPulsatilla Koreana Extract
Skin ConditioningUsnea Barbata Extract
Disodium EDTA
BHT
Antioxidant
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Salvia Sclarea Extract
AntiseborrhoeicPropanediol
Solvent
Ovalicin
AntimicrobialHyacinthus Orientalis Extract
Skin ConditioningAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Zingiber Officinale Root Extract
Masking
Camellia Japonica Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningLavandula Angustifolia Water
Masking
Borago Officinalis Extract
Emollient
Chamomilla Recutita Flower/Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialPhellodendron Amurense Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Paradisi Seed Extract
Masking
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract
AstringentMagnolia Officinalis Bark Extract
AntimicrobialPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Salix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent
Sophora Flavescens Root Extract
Antioxidant
Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Niacinamide, Beeswax, Ceresin, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, PEG-100 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Dimethicone, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Emu Oil, Colloidal Sulfur, Polysorbate 60, Beta-Glucan, Sorbitan Stearate, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Triethanolamine, Carbomer, Tocopheryl Acetate, Butylene Glycol, Cetearyl Glucoside, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Betaine, Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract, Pulsatilla Koreana Extract, Usnea Barbata Extract, Disodium EDTA, BHT, Salicylic Acid, Salvia Sclarea Extract, Propanediol, Ovalicin, Hyacinthus Orientalis Extract, Adenosine, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Camellia Japonica Leaf Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Water, Borago Officinalis Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower/Leaf Extract, Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract, Citrus Paradisi Seed Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract, Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl Alcohol, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Sophora Flavescens Root Extract, Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin
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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.
Butylene 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 GlycolCarbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create a gel consistency.
A high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Don't worry, most products contain 1% or less of carbomer.
Cetyl 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.
Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
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 GlycerinHydrogenated Polyisobutene is a synthetic polymer. Polymers are compounds with high molecular weight. Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is an emollient and texture enhancer.
In one study, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene showed better skin hydration levels than Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. As an emollient, it helps keep your skin soft and hydrated by trapping moisture in.
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is often used as a mineral oil replacement.
Learn more about Hydrogenated PolyisobutenePropanediol 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. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about Water
