What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSqualane
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Methyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingTromethamine
BufferingGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientDextrin
AbsorbentParfum
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Angelica Archangelica Root Extract
Masking
Curcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Water, Squalane, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Methyl Trimethicone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Tromethamine, Glyceryl Caprylate, Dextrin, Parfum, Disodium EDTA, Madecassoside, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Angelica Archangelica Root Extract, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate
Water
Skin ConditioningMethylpropanediol
SolventPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Myristoyl/Palmitoyl Oxostearamide/Arachamide Mea
Skin ConditioningSorbitan Stearate
Emulsifying
Hydroxyethyl Urea
Humectant
Squalane
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate Citrate
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Canola Oil
Emollient
Sodium Acrylic Acid/Ma Copolymer
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Arginine
Masking
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingViscum Album Fruit Extract
SoothingDihydroxyisopropyl Palmoylpalmamide
HumectantPhytosterols
Skin Conditioning
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Ectoin
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
Solvent
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans
HumectantJuniperus Virginiana Oil
Masking
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Copaifera Officinalis Resin
MaskingHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Benzyl Glycol
SolventEucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
Perfuming
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil
Masking
Linoleic Acid
Cleansing
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Viola Odorata Leaf Extract
MaskingLavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Cananga Odorata Flower Oil
Masking
Artemisia Vulgaris Oil
Perfuming
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningJasminum Officinale Oil
Masking
Ferula Galbaniflua Resin Oil
Antimicrobial
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Oil
Masking
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Raspberry Ketone
Masking
Water, Methylpropanediol, Panthenol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Myristoyl/Palmitoyl Oxostearamide/Arachamide Mea, Sorbitan Stearate, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Squalane, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycerin, Canola Oil, Sodium Acrylic Acid/Ma Copolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Arginine, Carbomer, Allantoin, Tocopherol, Butylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Viscum Album Fruit Extract, Dihydroxyisopropyl Palmoylpalmamide, Phytosterols, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Ectoin, Propanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans, Juniperus Virginiana Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Ceramide NP, Madecassoside, Copaifera Officinalis Resin, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Benzyl Glycol, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil, Linoleic Acid, Beta-Glucan, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Viola Odorata Leaf Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Cananga Odorata Flower Oil, Artemisia Vulgaris Oil, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Jasminum Officinale Oil, Ferula Galbaniflua Resin Oil, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Oil, Hyaluronic Acid, Raspberry Ketone
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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.Ā
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 preservativesĀ
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 GlycolGlycerin 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 GlycerinMadecassoside comes from the super popular skin-soothing ingredient, Centella asiatica. It is one of four active compounds found in the extract of Centella Asiatica.
Madecassoside has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and hydrating properties. It contains fatty acids, amino acids, beta-carotene, and phytochemicals.
One study found using Madecassoside with ascorbic acid helped reduce the signs of aging and improved skin hydration.
Learn more about MadecassosideSqualane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.
Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.
Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.
Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).
In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.
The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.
Is squalane vegan?
This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.
Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.
Read more about squalene with an "e".
Is squalane an oil?
Squalane is often called an oil, but itās technically not; itās a hydrocarbon, meaning itās only made of carbon and hydrogen, unlike true oils which are triglycerides made of fatty acids and glycerol.
The term āoil-freeā isnāt regulated, so companies can define it however they want. Some exclude all oils, while others just avoid mineral oil or comedogenic oils.
While some people avoid oils thinking they cause breakouts, the right kind of oil (or oil-like ingredient like squalane) can actually help balance and hydrate your skin. Itās worth testing out simple oils or squalane to see what works best for your skin.
Learn more about SqualaneWater. 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
