What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Propanediol
Solvent
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Maltobionic Acid
Buffering
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Alpha-Arbutin
Antioxidant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Skin Conditioning
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Lecithin
Emollient
Acetyl Glutamine
Skin ConditioningSh-Oligopeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Oligopeptide-2
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Polypeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Polypeptide-9
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Polypeptide-11
Bacillus/Folic Acid Ferment Filtrate Extract
Antioxidant
Snail Secretion Filtrate
Skin Conditioning
Betaine
Humectant
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Menthyl Lactate
Masking
Decyl Glucoside
Cleansing
Lauryl Glucoside
CleansingCucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
Emollient
Eucalyptus Globulus Oil
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater, Niacinamide, Polysorbate 20, Propanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Maltobionic Acid, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Alpha-Arbutin, Butylene Glycol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Madecassoside, Asiaticoside, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Allantoin, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Lecithin, Acetyl Glutamine, Sh-Oligopeptide-1, Sh-Oligopeptide-2, Sh-Polypeptide-1, Sh-Polypeptide-9, Sh-Polypeptide-11, Bacillus/Folic Acid Ferment Filtrate Extract, Snail Secretion Filtrate, Betaine, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Menthyl Lactate, Decyl Glucoside, Lauryl Glucoside, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus Oil, Hydroxyacetophenone, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin
Water
Skin ConditioningCetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientPropanediol
Solvent
Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin)
Emollient1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Caprooyl Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Eclipta Prostrata Cera
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Cholesterol
Emollient
Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Oil
Skin Conditioning
Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Brassica Campestris Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningDextrin
AbsorbentAsiatic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningVaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Extract
AstringentPunica Granatum Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Fragaria Vesca Leaf Extract
AstringentRubus Idaeus Fruit Extract
AstringentVitis Vinifera Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningWine Extract
Antioxidant
Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
Morus Alba Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Rubus Coreanus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningVaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract
Skin Protecting
Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCorallina Officinalis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Curcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Astragalus Membranaceus Root Extract
Emollient
Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract
Masking
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Cnidium Officinale Root Extract
Skin ConditioningAngelica Gigas Root Extract
Skin ConditioningRehmannia Glutinosa Root Extract
Skin ConditioningAtractylodes Japonica Rhizome Extract
Skin ConditioningPoria Cocos Extract
Skin ConditioningPrunus Mume Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningOenothera Biennis Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningPaeonia Lactiflora Root Extract
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Water, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Propanediol, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycerin, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Niacinamide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Panthenol, Allantoin, Sodium Caprooyl Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Eclipta Prostrata Cera, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Ceramide NP, Cholesterol, Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract, Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Oil, Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract, Brassica Campestris Seed Oil, Stearic Acid, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Dextrin, Asiatic Acid, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Extract, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, Fragaria Vesca Leaf Extract, Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract, Wine Extract, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract, Morus Alba Fruit Extract, Rubus Coreanus Fruit Extract, Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract, Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Astragalus Membranaceus Root Extract, Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Cnidium Officinale Root Extract, Angelica Gigas Root Extract, Rehmannia Glutinosa Root Extract, Atractylodes Japonica Rhizome Extract, Poria Cocos Extract, Prunus Mume Flower Extract, Oenothera Biennis Seed Extract, Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract, Parfum
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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.
Allantoin is a soothing ingredient known for its protective and moisturizing properties; it's basically a quiet workhorse ingredient you can find in a huge range of cosmetics.
Though it can be derived from the comfrey plant, allantoin is produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Research shows it can encourage your skin cells to turn over and renew by stimulating keratinocyte and fibroblast proliferation.
It also has mild keratolytic properties to help loosen and shed dead skin cells without being harsh.
Studies also suggest allantoin can help calm inflammation by dialing down some of the chemical signals your skin sends out when it is irritated.
This ingredient is typically used in the 0.1-0.5% range, and the FDA recognizes it as a skin protectant in OTC products up to 2%.
Overall, allantoin is a wonderful addition to most routines; it is stable across a wide pH range (~4-8), works well with other ingredients, and is considered non-sensitizing/non-irritating.
Fun fact: Allantoin is naturally occurring in comfrey root, beets, chamomile, and wheat sprouts. Our bodies even produce it as a byproduct of uric acid metabolism.
Learn more about AllantoinEthylhexylglycerin 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 EthylhexylglycerinGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract is an extract of the roots of Licorice. It has been found to have several benefits such as skin hydrating, conditioning, and soothing.
One component, glabridin, has extra potent antioxidant and soothing properties. It has also been found to block pigmentation from UVB rays in guinea pigs.
Licorice Root also contains a flavonoid. Flavonoids are a natural substance from in plants. Flavonoids also have antioxidant properties.
Another component, glycyrrhizin, has been found to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits. This may make licorice root extract effective at treating acne. However, more research is needed to support this.
Liquiritin is one of the flavone compounds found in licorice. It has been found to help lighten skin by preventing tyrosinase from reacting with tyrosine. When the two react, protein is converted to melanin. Melanin is the substance in your body that gives your features pigmentation.
Learn more about Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root ExtractNiacinamide is a multitasking form of vitamin B3 that strengthens the skin barrier, reduces pores and dark spots, regulates oil, and improves signs of aging.
And the best part? It's gentle and well-tolerated by most skin types, including sensitive and reactive skin.
You might have heard of "niacin flush", or the reddening of skin that causes itchiness. Niacinamide has not been found to cause this.
In very rare cases, some individuals may not be able to tolerate niacinamide at all or experience an allergic reaction to it.
If you are experiencing flaking, irritation, and dryness with this ingredient, be sure to double check all your products as this ingredient can be found in all categories of skincare.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
When you apply niacinamide to your skin, your body converts it into nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD). NAD is an essential coenzyme that is already found in your cells as "fuel" and powers countless biological processes.
In your skin, NAD helps repair cell damage, produce new healthy cells, support collagen production, strengthen the skin barrier, and fight environmental stressors (like UV and pollution).
Our natural NAD levels start to decline with age, leading to slower skin repair, visible aging, and a weaker skin barrier. By providing your skin niacinamide, you're recharging your skin's NAD levels. This leads to stronger, healthier, and younger looking skin.
Another name for vitamin B3 is nicotinamide. This vitamin is water-soluble and our bodies don't store it. We obtain Vitamin B3 from either food or skincare. Meat, fish, wheat, yeast, and leafy greens contain vitamin B3.
The type of niacinamide used in skincare is synthetically created.
Learn more about NiacinamidePropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolWater. 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
