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Zinc Oxide 17%
Cosmetic ColorantWater
Skin ConditioningPropylheptyl Caprylate
EmollientButyloctyl Salicylate
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventCaprylyl Methicone
Skin ConditioningDisiloxane
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin ConditioningPolymethylsilsesquioxane
Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate
Skin ConditioningDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingMagnesium Sulfate
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningSilica
AbrasiveLauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin ConditioningSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientCI 77288
Cosmetic ColorantMica
Cosmetic ColorantEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantTocopherol
AntioxidantSqualane
EmollientCeramide NP
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
SmoothingHydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
HumectantCentella Asiatica Extract
CleansingCentella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningSaccharomyces Ferment
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Root Extract
Skin ConditioningHydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Asiaticoside
AntioxidantMadecassoside
AntioxidantHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
HumectantSodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
HumectantHyaluronic Acid
HumectantSodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
HumectantPotassium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningAsiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningMadecassic Acid
Skin ConditioningZinc Oxide 17%, Water, Propylheptyl Caprylate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Propanediol, Caprylyl Methicone, Disiloxane, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Magnesium Sulfate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Silica, Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Caprylyl Glycol, Glyceryl Caprylate, CI 77288, Mica, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopherol, Squalane, Ceramide NP, Niacinamide, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Panthenol, Butylene Glycol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Saccharomyces Ferment, Centella Asiatica Root Extract, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Asiaticoside, Madecassoside, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Potassium Hyaluronate, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid
Isopropyl Palmitate
EmollientButylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
EmollientPolyethylene
AbrasiveC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialPolymethylsilsesquioxane
Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic ColorantHdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
Vinyldimethicone
Ozokerite
Emulsion StabilisingAluminum Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantPolyhydroxystearic Acid
EmulsifyingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPolyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate
EmulsifyingAlumina
AbrasiveParfum
MaskingSilica
AbrasiveDehydroacetic Acid
PreservativeStearic Acid
CleansingWater
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningOpuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningIsopropyl Palmitate, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Polyethylene, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Titanium Dioxide, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Vinyldimethicone, Ozokerite, Aluminum Stearate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate, Alumina, Parfum, Silica, Dehydroacetic Acid, Stearic Acid, Water, Sodium Hyaluronate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract
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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.
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 preservatives
Polymethylsilsesquioxane 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 PolymethylsilsesquioxaneSilica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.
Though it has exfoliant properties, the function of silica varies depending on the product.
The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and adds smoothness, making it a great texture enhancer.
It is also used as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.
In some products, tiny microneedles called spicules are made from silica or hydrolyzed sponge. When you rub them in, they lightly polish away dead skin layers and enhance the penetration of active ingredients.
Learn more about SilicaSodium Hyaluronate is the salt form of hyaluronic acid. It is a long sugar chain that is naturally found in your skin, joints, and connective tissue that maintains hydration and elasticity.
In skincare, it works as a humectant. It pulls water from the environment and deeper layers of skin and binds it to the surface.
Interestingly, the size of the molecule affects its behavior:
Some clinical evidence links low molecular weight versions to improved wrinkle depth, elasticity, anti-inflammatory effects, and barrier repair.
Many serums use a blend of both weights so you can get surface hydration plus longer-lasting and deeper effects.
You'll typically see concentrations between 0.1-2% for this ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateWater. 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. Remember to stay hydrated!
Learn more about Water