What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientIsopropyl Palmitate
Emollient
Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate
Emulsifying
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Decyl Cocoate
Emollient
C9-12 Alkane
SolventDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientParfum
Masking
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
Masking
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Oryza Sativa Bran Oil
Emollient
Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil
Humectant
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Water
Skin ConditioningArginine
Masking
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Acorus Calamus Root Extract
Perfuming
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Metaphosphate
BufferingCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Decyl Cocoate, C9-12 Alkane, Diisostearyl Malate, Parfum, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Oryza Sativa Bran Oil, Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Water, Arginine, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Acorus Calamus Root Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Metaphosphate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Paraffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Petrolatum
Emollient
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water
Masking
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Cera Alba
Emollient
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Daucus Carota Sativa Root
Skin ConditioningDaucus Carota Sativa Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Disodium EDTA
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningFicus Carica Fruit Extract
Humectant
Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Sorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Stearate
Emulsifying
Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Tromethamine
BufferingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Linalool
Perfuming
Paraffinum Liquidum, Water, Propylene Glycol, Petrolatum, Isopropyl Myristate, Polysorbate 60, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, 1,2-Hexanediol, Beeswax, Butylene Glycol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water, Carbomer, Centella Asiatica Extract, Cera Alba, Ceramide NP, Daucus Carota Sativa Root, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract, Dimethicone, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ficus Carica Fruit Extract, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Parfum, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Sorbitan Stearate, Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tromethamine, Xanthan Gum, Phenoxyethanol, Sorbic Acid, Linalool
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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
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 GlycolThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideEthylhexylglycerin (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.
Parfum 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 ParfumWater. 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
