What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDipropylene Glycol
HumectantGlycerin
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Pullulan
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingAvena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Methyl Gluceth-20
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Betaine
Humectant
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingHarungana Madagascariensis Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Sorbitan Caprylate
EmulsifyingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAcetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Glucose
Humectant
Disodium Phosphate
BufferingPolysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Chondrus Crispus Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Phosphate
BufferingWater, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Pullulan, Xanthan Gum, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Methyl Gluceth-20, Phenoxyethanol, Allantoin, Betaine, Caprylyl Glycol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Harungana Madagascariensis Extract, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Sorbitan Caprylate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Glucose, Disodium Phosphate, Polysorbate 60, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Sodium Phosphate
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.Ā
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 preservativesĀ
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, commonly known as Argireline or Acetyl Hexapeptide-3, is a popular peptide in skincare. Itās often referred to as a āBotox-likeā ingredient because it helps reduce muscle movement.
By relaxing these micro-movements, Argireline may help minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. That said, itās not as powerful as Botox, and research on its long-term effectiveness is still limited.
Beyond smoothing, Argireline may also support collagen production. Collagen is the protein that helps keep your skin firm, bouncy, and well-hydrated by strengthening the skin barrier.
So while Argireline isnāt a miracle fix, it can be a helpful addition to a routine focused on both prevention and skin health.
Read more about other common types of peptides here:
Learn more about Acetyl Hexapeptide-8Allantoin is a soothing ingredient known for its protective and moisturizingg properties. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.
Studies show higher concentrations of this ingredient can promote wound healing.
Though it can be derived from the comfrey plant, allantoin is produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Learn more about AllantoinHydroxyacetophenone is antioxidant with skin conditioning and soothing properties. It also boosts the efficiency of preservatives.
This ingredient is not irritating or sensitizing.
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
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. Stay hydrated!
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