What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientPolyglyceryl-10 Decaisostearate
EmollientDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientTriethylhexanoin
MaskingHydrogenated Vegetable Oil
Emollient
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientSynthetic Wax
Abrasive
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientPolymethylsilsesquioxane
Silica Dimethicone Silylate
Absorbent
Hydrogenated Styrene/Methylstyrene/Indene Copolymer
Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer
Abrasive
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingSucrose Tetrastearate Triacetate
Emollient
C30-50 Alcohols
Emulsifying
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Polyglyceryl-10 Decaisostearate, Diisostearyl Malate, Triethylhexanoin, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Isononyl Isononanoate, Synthetic Wax, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Silica Dimethicone Silylate, Hydrogenated Styrene/Methylstyrene/Indene Copolymer, Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Sucrose Tetrastearate Triacetate, C30-50 Alcohols, Tocopherol, Panthenol, Ceramide NP
Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Skin Conditioning
Macadamia Seed Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters Behenate
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Emulsifying
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Dipentaerythrityl Hexa C5-9 Acid Esters
Skin ConditioningBeeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Squalane
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Ceresin
Emulsion StabilisingHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientEthylene/Propylene Copolymer
Abrasive
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Arachidyl Alcohol
Emollient
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Arachidyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Cholesterol
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTromethamine
BufferingGlucose
Humectant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPhytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Macadamia Seed Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters Behenate, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dipentaerythrityl Hexa C5-9 Acid Esters, Beeswax, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Synthetic Wax, Squalane, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Ceresin, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer, 1,2-Hexanediol, Parfum, Tocopherol, Water, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Alcohol, Behenyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Glucoside, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Ceramide NP, Cholesterol, Stearic Acid, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Glucose, Xanthan Gum
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Ceramide NP (formerly known as Ceramide 3) is one of the skin's naturally occurring lipids.
Since ceramides are the major lipid components of the skin, they are crucial for maintaining skin barrier and hydration. Ceramide NP most closely mirrors the dominant kind in human skin amongst ceramide subtypes.
This ceramide works by slotting into gaps within the stratum corneum's lipid matrix to limit trans-epidermal water loss (TEWL) and shield the skin against external irritants.
A study with 312 patients found that using a ceramide-containing routine for 4 weeks reduced the severity of atopic dermatitis by over 61%.
Another clinical study in subjects aged 60 and older found that a ceramide body wash and moisturizer improved skin dryness and itchy skin in 15 days.
Overall, ceramides are considered non-irritating and safety tests have found little to no observable adverse effects from using this ingredient.
Ceramide NP is usually sourced from plants (like soybean or rice bran), or produced synthetically.
Learn more about Ceramide NPEthylene/Propylene Copolymer is an exfoliant.
Hydrogenated 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 PolyisobutenePolymethylsilsesquioxane is a silicone used as a film forming agent.
When applied to the skin, this ingredient creates an invisible film on the surface. This film still allows oxygen to pass through, but prevents moisture from escaping. This can help condition and hydrate the skin. It also leaves a silky feel when applied.
Polymethylsilsesquioxane has not been shown to clog pores. It has been deemed safe to use up to 55%, but most cosmetics use much less.
If you have concerns about using this ingredient, we recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about PolymethylsilsesquioxaneSynthetic Wax is created from fossil fuels such as natural gas. It is used to enhance texture, adjust pH, and as an occlusive.
It may also be used as an abrasive ingredient to exfoliate the skin.
Synthetic Wax may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Synthetic WaxTocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about Tocopherol
