What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningUrea
Buffering
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Paraffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-40 Stearate
Emulsifying
Sorbitol
Humectant
Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate
Emollient
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Glycine
Buffering
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingDisodium EDTA
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingLimonene
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Eugenol
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Coumarin
Perfuming
Water, Urea, Isopropyl Myristate, Paraffinum Liquidum, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-40 Stearate, Sorbitol, Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate, Cetyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Glycine, Phenoxyethanol, Persea Gratissima Oil, Carbomer, Allantoin, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum, Sodium Hydroxide, Limonene, Hexyl Cinnamal, Lactic Acid, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Linalool, Benzyl Salicylate, Eugenol, Citral, Hydroxycitronellal, Coumarin
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Hydrogenated Coconut Oil
Emollient
Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Hydroxyethyl Urea
Humectant
Arachidyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Copernicia Cerifera Cera
Emollient
Hydroxystearic/Linolenic/Oleic Polyglycerides
EmollientSilica
Abrasive
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Capryloyl Glycine
CleansingPrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Corylus Avellana Seed Oil
Emollient
Arachidyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingCitric Acid
Buffering
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Hydroxide
BufferingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingDimethiconol
Emollient
Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Dehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Sodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningSodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingMica
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantAmmonium Lactate
Buffering
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Borago Officinalis Seed Oil
Emollient
Biosaccharide Gum-1
Humectant
Sodium Levulinate
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientSodium Anisate
AntimicrobialBenzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Water, Glycerin, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Dimethicone, Hydrogenated Coconut Oil, Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil, Behenyl Alcohol, Parfum, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Arachidyl Alcohol, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Copernicia Cerifera Cera, Hydroxystearic/Linolenic/Oleic Polyglycerides, Silica, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Tocopherol, Capryloyl Glycine, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Corylus Avellana Seed Oil, Arachidyl Glucoside, Citric Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hydroxide, Carbomer, Dimethiconol, Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil, Dehydroacetic Acid, Sodium Gluconate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Mica, CI 77891, Ammonium Lactate, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Sodium Levulinate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Sodium Anisate, Benzyl Salicylate, Linalool, Limonene, Citronellol, Geraniol, Benzyl Alcohol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Benzyl Salicylate is a solvent and fragrance additive. It is an ester of benzyl alcohol and salicylic acid. This ingredient can be naturally found in some plants and plant extracts.
In fragrances, Benzyl Salicylate may be a solvent or a fragrance component. In synthetic musk scents, it is used as a solvent. For floral fragrances such as lilac and jasmine, it is used as a fragrance component. The natural scent of Benzyl Salicylate is described as "lightly-sweet, slightly balsamic".
While Benzyl Salicylate has been associated with contact dermatitis and allergies, emerging studies show it may not be caused by this ingredient alone.
However, this ingredient is often used with fragrances and other components that may cause allergies. It is still listed as a known allergen in the EU. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Another study from 2021 shows Benzyl Salicylate may have anti-inflammatory properties.
Learn more about Benzyl SalicylateCarbomer is a high-molecular weight polymer of acrylic acid. It is used to form gels and thicken formulas.
Due to its large molecular size, carbomer has minimal skin penetration and is considered an inert ingredient.
A high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Don't worry, most products contain 1% or less of carbomer.
Learn more about CarbomerDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz. It is also known as polydimethylsiloxane.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeEthylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Learn more about EthylhexylglycerinLimonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term '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.
Learn more about LimoneneLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolParfum 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 ParfumSodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideWater. 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
