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What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
EmollientGlycerin
HumectantPEG-10 Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
StabilisingCyclohexasiloxane
EmollientMagnesium Sulfate
Phenoxyethanol
PreservativeChlorphenesin
AntimicrobialParfum
MaskingDimethiconol
EmollientCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialMorus Alba Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningPanax Ginseng Root Extract
EmollientAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin ConditioningOryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin ConditioningAllantoin
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantLinalool
PerfumingAscorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
AntioxidantButylene Glycol
HumectantBenzyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialLimonene
PerfumingHydroxycitronellal
PerfumingCitronellol
PerfumingCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glycerin, PEG-10 Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Cyclohexasiloxane, Magnesium Sulfate, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Parfum, Dimethiconol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Morus Alba Bark Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Allantoin, Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Linalool, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Butylene Glycol, Benzyl Benzoate, Limonene, Hydroxycitronellal, Citronellol, CI 42090
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingCetearyl Isononanoate
EmollientCetyl Alcohol
EmollientButylene Glycol
HumectantGlyceryl Stearate
EmollientCyclopentasiloxane
EmollientDimethicone
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
PreservativePEG-100 Stearate
Parfum
MaskingHydroxyacetophenone
AntioxidantPanthenol
Skin ConditioningSodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentSodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingAcrylates/Vinyl Isodecanoate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingDimethiconol
EmollientSodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
AntioxidantDisodium EDTA
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningLimonene
PerfumingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantCitric Acid
BufferingSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantLinalool
PerfumingMica
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetearyl Isononanoate, Cetyl Alcohol, Butylene Glycol, Glyceryl Stearate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, PEG-100 Stearate, Parfum, Hydroxyacetophenone, Panthenol, Sodium Polyacrylate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Acrylates/Vinyl Isodecanoate Crosspolymer, Dimethiconol, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Limonene, Sodium Hydroxide, Tocopheryl Acetate, Citric Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Linalool, Mica, CI 77891
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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.
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 GlycolCyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
It is also an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneDimethiconol is a silicone that resembles the popular dimethicone. Like other silicones, it is an emollient. Emollients create a thin film on skin to prevent moisture from escaping.
This ingredient helps to create a silky texture and improve spreadability. Due to its high molecular weight and thickness, it is often combined with cyclopentasiloxane.
Limonene 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 LinaloolPanthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolParfum 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 ParfumPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
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 HyaluronateTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateWater. 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