What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Glycerin
Humectant
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantPolysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Niacinamide
Smoothing
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Betaine
Humectant
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientTrisiloxane
Skin Conditioning
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Parfum
Masking
Polyacrylate-13
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Polyisobutene
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Disodium EDTA
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Prunus Yedoensis Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantTin Oxide
Abrasive
Geraniol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Silica
Abrasive
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Water, Dimethicone, Propanediol, Glycerin, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, CI 77891, Polysorbate 80, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Betaine, Diisostearyl Malate, Trisiloxane, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Parfum, Polyacrylate-13, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Polyisobutene, Glyceryl Caprylate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Sorbitan Isostearate, Polysorbate 20, Disodium EDTA, Polysorbate 60, Prunus Yedoensis Leaf Extract, CI 77491, Tin Oxide, Geraniol, Limonene, Tocopherol, Silica, Glycine Soja Oil
Water
Skin ConditioningCoconut Alkanes
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Snail Secretion Filtrate
Skin Conditioning
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Squalane
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Propanediol
Solvent
Lecithin
Emollient
Sodium Acrylates Copolymer
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-7 Hcl
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Dimethyl Isosorbide
SolventGlycosaminoglycans
EmollientHydrolyzed Soy Protein
Humectant
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Saccharide Isomerate
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
Emulsifying
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingSodium Phytate
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Fructose
Humectant
Glucose
Humectant
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Dehydroxanthan Gum
Emulsion StabilisingUrea
Buffering
Aminoethylphosphinic Acid
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum
AbsorbentParfum
Masking
Yeast Amino Acids
HumectantHydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin Conditioning
Betaine
Humectant
Inositol
Humectant
Taurine
BufferingTrehalose
Humectant
Decarboxy Carnosine Hcl
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum
Skin ConditioningDextrin
AbsorbentSucrose
Humectant
Ganoderma Lucidum Extract
Skin ProtectingDextran
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-8
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Citrate
BufferingAlanine
MaskingAspartic Acid
Masking
Glutamic Acid
Humectant
Hexyl Nicotinate
EmollientAcetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Hexapeptide-10
Humectant
Water, Coconut Alkanes, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Snail Secretion Filtrate, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Squalane, Phenoxyethanol, Propanediol, Lecithin, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Sodium Polyacrylate, Propylene Glycol, Carbomer, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Polysorbate 20, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-7 Hcl, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Glycosaminoglycans, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Maltodextrin, Potassium Sorbate, Saccharide Isomerate, Ethylhexylglycerin, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Pentylene Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Sodium Phytate, Tocopherol, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Fructose, Glucose, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Dehydroxanthan Gum, Urea, Aminoethylphosphinic Acid, Hydrolyzed Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum, Parfum, Yeast Amino Acids, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Betaine, Inositol, Taurine, Trehalose, Decarboxy Carnosine Hcl, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum, Dextrin, Sucrose, Ganoderma Lucidum Extract, Dextran, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-8, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Alanine, Aspartic Acid, Glutamic Acid, Hexyl Nicotinate, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Hexapeptide-10
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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.
Betaine is a common humectant (a substance that promotes retention of moisture). It's known to be gentle on the skin and can help balance hydration.
This ingredient is best for improving hydration and soothing irritated skin. Studies also show it helps even out skin tone.
Fun fact: Betaine is naturally created in the skin and body. The kind found within cosmetic products can be either plant-derived or synthetic.
Another name for betaine is trimethylglycine.
Learn more about BetaineEthylhexylglycerin (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 GlycerinParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumPolysorbate 20 is made by combining ethoxylation of sorbitan, ethylene oxide, and lauric acid. It is a mild cleansing agent, surfactant, and emulsifier.
As a surfactant, it helps collect dirt and oils for washing. Emulsifiers prevent oils and water from separating.
Polysorbate 20 also adds scent to a product. Since it is made using sorbitol, it has a sweet scent. Sorbitol can also be found in fruits such as apples and peaches.
The lauric acid used to create Polysorbate 20 is often derived from coconuts.
Polysorbate 20 may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 20Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
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 PropanediolTocopherol (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 TocopherolWater. 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
