What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientEthylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
PPG-12/Smdi Copolymer
EmollientTribehenin
Emollient
Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
Diisopropyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Emollient
Aroma
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Limonene
Perfuming
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantSilica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientSorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningSodium Chondroitin Sulfate
Skin Conditioning
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Atelocollagen
Skin Conditioning
Caesalpinia Sappan Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Linalool
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Oryzanol
Skin ConditioningUbiquinone
Antioxidant
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Persea Gratissima Oil, Phenyl Trimethicone, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, PPG-12/Smdi Copolymer, Tribehenin, Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Diisopropyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Aroma, Tocopheryl Acetate, Mica, Limonene, CI 77891, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Atelocollagen, Caesalpinia Sappan Bark Extract, Tocopherol, Linalool, Citral, Tin Oxide, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Oryzanol, Ubiquinone
Dipentaerythrityl Tetrahydroxystearate/Tetraisostearate
Skin Conditioning
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Skin ConditioningBis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate
EmollientPolyglyceryl-2 Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer
EmollientPersea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Squalane
Emollient
Aroma
Octyldodecanol
Emollient
Rubus Fruticosus Fruit Extract
AstringentPunica Granatum Seed Oil
Emollient
Punica Granatum Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Lactococcus Ferment Lysate
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
CleansingBeta Vulgaris Root Extract
Skin ConditioningInulin
Skin ConditioningLactic Acid
Buffering
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Polyglycerin-3
Humectant
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Acacia Decurrens Flower Wax
Emollient
Curcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Sorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Tribehenin
Emollient
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Polymnia Sonchifolia Root Juice
Skin ConditioningSambucus Nigra Fruit Extract
AstringentSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
Blue 1 Lake
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45380
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantDipentaerythrityl Tetrahydroxystearate/Tetraisostearate, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer, Persea Gratissima Oil, Squalane, Aroma, Octyldodecanol, Rubus Fruticosus Fruit Extract, Punica Granatum Seed Oil, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Tocopherol, Lactococcus Ferment Lysate, Lactobacillus, Lactobacillus Ferment, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Beta Vulgaris Root Extract, Inulin, Lactic Acid, Maltodextrin, Polyglycerin-3, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, Acacia Decurrens Flower Wax, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Butylene Glycol, Sorbitan Oleate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tribehenin, Sorbitan Isostearate, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Polymnia Sonchifolia Root Juice, Sambucus Nigra Fruit Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Chloride, Jojoba Esters, Blue 1 Lake, CI 77499, CI 45380, CI 77891
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Aroma refers to an ingredient, or mixture of ingredients, that impart or mask a flavor.
The name is slightly confusing. This is because INCI associates aroma with flavor instead of smell.
Here is the official definition from the The International Cosmetic Ingredient Dictionary and Handbook:
“Aroma is a term for ingredient labeling used to identify that a product contains a material or combination of materials normally added to a cosmetic to produce or to mask a particular flavor.”
INCI shows the only purpose of aroma to be "flavouring".
However, due to regulation differences, some companies may use aroma in place of parfum.
In Canada, this ingredient only has to be listed in concentrations above 1%.
Learn more about AromaButylene 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 GlycolCi 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 77891Ethylhexyl Palmitate, also known as octyl palmitate, is created from 2-ethylhexyl alcohol and palmitic acid. It is a fatty acid ester.
The fatty acid content of Ethylhexyl Palmitate makes it an emollient. Emollients help soften and hydrate your skin by trapping moisture within.
Ethylhexyl Palmitate is also used to help improve the texture of cosmetics. It helps other ingredient dissolve in products and help disperse ingredients more evenly.
You'll likely find this ingredient in sunscreen, as it is often used to mix UV-blocking ingredients such as avobenzone and ethylhexyl triazone.
It can also help stabilize the fragrances in a product as a fragrance fixative.
Ethylhexyl Palmitate can be used to substitute mineral oil.
Due to its high fatty acid content, it may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl PalmitatePalmitoyl Tripeptide-1 is also known as pal-GHK. It is made up of 3 amino acids and palmitic acid, a fatty acid that helps it absorb into skin more easily.
This peptide is as a signal peptide, meaning it tells the skin to produce more collagen. Collagen is the key protein that helps form the skin's structure and keep it plump, firm, and hydrated.
By boosting collagen production, this ingredient supports a stronger skin barrier and helps reduce the appearance of wrinkles.
You'll most likely see this ingredient paired with Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 in the well-known Matrixyl 3000 complex. While results from in-house testing should be viewed cautiously, this peptide duo is among the most studied and widely used in modern skincare.
Due to its palmitic acid base, this ingredient may not be safe for Malassezia folliculitis.
Read more about other common types of peptides here:
Learn more about Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1Persea Gratissima Oil is also known as avocado oil.
Avocado Oil has antioxidant properties. It is mostly made up of the glycerides of fatty acids. About 67% of these fatty acids is made up of oleic acid. Palmitic acid and linoleic acid are also present.
These fatty acids help hydrate and soften the skin. It may increase collagen content in the skin. Collagen helps keep your skin plump and firm. This ingredient helps reduce inflammation and has not shown to clog pores.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe due to its high fatty acid content.
Avocados also have B vitamins, vitamin K, vitamin C, vitamin E, and potassium.
Learn more about Persea Gratissima OilSorbitan Isostearate is an emulsifer and cleaning agent. It is created from isostearic acid and sorbitol.
As an emulsifier, Sorbitan Isostearate prevents oils and water from separating.
Due to its isostearic acid base, it may not be safe for Malassezia or fungal acne.
Learn more about Sorbitan IsostearateTocopherol (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 TocopherolTocopheryl 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 AcetateTribehenin comes from glycerin and behenic acid.
It is used as an emollient, or moisturizer. Emollients form a thin barrier on skin to prevent moisture from escaping.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Tribehenin
