What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Paraffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Potassium Persulfate
Ammonium Persulfate
Bleaching
Sodium Silicate
BufferingSodium Metasilicate
BufferingPetrolatum
Emollient
Sodium Persulfate
Ethylhexyl Stearate
Emollient
Sodium Stearate
CleansingKaolin
Abrasive
Magnesium Oxide
AbsorbentSodium Lauryl Sulfate
Cleansing
Silica
Abrasive
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingHydrogenated Castor Oil
Emollient
Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Tetrasodium EDTA
Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingHydrolyzed Keratin
Humectant
Bisabolol
Masking
Ceteareth-30
CleansingHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Chamomilla Recutita Flower
Skin Conditioning
Paraffinum Liquidum, Potassium Persulfate, Ammonium Persulfate, Sodium Silicate, Sodium Metasilicate, Petrolatum, Sodium Persulfate, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Sodium Stearate, Kaolin, Magnesium Oxide, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Silica, Titanium Dioxide, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Carbomer, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Beeswax, Tetrasodium EDTA, Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Xanthan Gum, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Bisabolol, Ceteareth-30, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Chamomilla Recutita Flower
Potassium Persulfate
Ammonium Persulfate
Bleaching
Sodium Metasilicate
BufferingSodium Stearate
CleansingSilica
Abrasive
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
Cleansing
Hydrated Silica
Abrasive
Water
Skin ConditioningHydrogen Peroxide
AntimicrobialCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Trideceth-2 Carboxamide Mea
Sodium Stannate
StabilisingPhosphoric Acid
BufferingPotassium Persulfate, Ammonium Persulfate, Sodium Metasilicate, Sodium Stearate, Silica, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Xanthan Gum, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Hydrated Silica, Water, Hydrogen Peroxide, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Trideceth-2 Carboxamide Mea, Sodium Stannate, Phosphoric Acid
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Ammonium Persulfate is a type of sulfate.
Potassium Persulfate is a type of sulfate.
Silica, 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 Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) is a sulfate with surfactant properties.
The surfactant property make it a great foam creator and cleansing agent. Surfactants help bind ingredients that normally do not mix.
Some studies have shown skin irritation due to prolonged SLS use.
Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) is a milder version of SLS.
Learn more about Sodium Lauryl SulfateWe don't have a description for Sodium Metasilicate yet.
Sodium stearate is the sodium salt of stearic acid.
The structure of sodium stearate makes it both a cleanser and emulsifier. As a cleanser, it helps dissolve dirt, oil, and other pollutants. As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. This adds stability to the formula.
Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan Gum
