What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Laureth Sulfate
CleansingPEG-90 Glyceryl Isostearate
CleansingGlycerin
HumectantCocamidopropyl Betaine
CleansingPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningSodium Chloride
MaskingPropanediol
SolventSodium Benzoate
MaskingPPG-26-Buteth-26
Skin ConditioningChlorphenesin
AntimicrobialLaureth-2
CleansingCitric Acid
BufferingPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
EmulsifyingParfum
MaskingTetrasodium EDTA
Zinc PCA
HumectantXylitylglucoside
HumectantButeth-3
SolventAnhydroxylitol
HumectantPropylene Glycol
HumectantSodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate
UV AbsorberXylitol
HumectantAlcohol
AntimicrobialButyl Avocadate
Skin ConditioningDipropylene Glycol
HumectantTris(Tetramethylhydroxypiperidinol)Citrate
StabilisingPropolis Extract
Skin ConditioningTributyl Citrate
SolventBoswellia Serrata Resin Extract
SmoothingCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantPropyl Gallate
AntioxidantWater, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, PEG-90 Glyceryl Isostearate, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Pentylene Glycol, Sodium Chloride, Propanediol, Sodium Benzoate, PPG-26-Buteth-26, Chlorphenesin, Laureth-2, Citric Acid, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Parfum, Tetrasodium EDTA, Zinc PCA, Xylitylglucoside, Buteth-3, Anhydroxylitol, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate, Xylitol, Alcohol, Butyl Avocadate, Dipropylene Glycol, Tris(Tetramethylhydroxypiperidinol)Citrate, Propolis Extract, Tributyl Citrate, Boswellia Serrata Resin Extract, CI 42090, Propyl Gallate
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Cocoamphoacetate
CleansingSodium Laureth Sulfate
CleansingMethylpropanediol
SolventDisodium EDTA
Lactic Acid
BufferingZinc Sulfate
AntimicrobialSodium Chloride
MaskingCopper Sulfate
Skin ConditioningPotassium Sorbate
PreservativeXylitol
HumectantFructooligosaccharides
HumectantMannitol
HumectantRhamnose
HumectantPropylene Glycol
HumectantSodium Hydroxide
BufferingGinkgo Biloba Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
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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.
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 ParfumPropylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may develop a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolChances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideSodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) is a foaming, cleansing, and emulsifying ingredient. It is created from palm kernel oil or coconut oil. SLES is not the same as sodium lauryl sulfate. It is much milder and less likely to irritate.
SLES helps create foam in personal products. It also prevents ingredients from separating, helping to elongate the shelf life.
Sodium Laureth Sulfate is a type of sulfate. It can be drying. We recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient if you have concerns.
Learn more about Sodium Laureth SulfateWater. 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 WaterXylitol is a humectant and prebiotic. It can help with dry skin.
In studies, xylitol has been shown to improve dry skin. It decreased transepidermal water loss, or when water passes through the skin and evaporates. Xylitol also showed to help improve the biomechanical properties of the skin barrier.
The prebiotic property of xylitol may also help reinforce our skin's natural microbiome. Having a healthy microbiome prevents infection by bad bacteria and helps with hydration.
As a humectant, Xylitol helps draw moisture from both the air and from deeper skin layers. This helps keep skin hydrated.
Xylitol is a sugar alcohol and commonly used as a sugar substitute. It is naturally occurring in plants such as strawberries and pumpkin.
Learn more about Xylitol