What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Coco-Glucoside
CleansingPropanediol
Solvent
Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate
CleansingCocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingSodium Methyl Oleoyl Taurate
CleansingAcrylates Crosspolymer-4
Emulsion StabilisingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Enantia Chlorantha Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningOryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin Conditioning
Olea Europaea Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Aspalathus Linearis Extract
Skin ConditioningPolygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
Antioxidant
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Pseudozyma Epicola/Olive Fruit Oil Ferment Filtrate
Humectant
Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate
EmollientCocos Nucifera Fruit Extract
EmollientHoney Extract
Humectant
Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables
Emollient
Boswellia Serrata Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hydroxypropylphosphate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer
CleansingGlycol Distearate
Emollient
Lauryl Glucoside
CleansingSodium Chloride
Masking
Glycolipids
Skin ConditioningSodium Stearoyl Lactylate
EmulsifyingSalicylic Acid
Masking
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Squalane
Emollient
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Oleanolic Acid
Skin ConditioningPolydextrose
HumectantDextrin
AbsorbentAmylopectin
Tetrapeptide-14
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 75470
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Coco-Glucoside, Propanediol, Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Sodium Methyl Oleoyl Taurate, Acrylates Crosspolymer-4, Butylene Glycol, Enantia Chlorantha Bark Extract, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Olea Europaea Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Aspalathus Linearis Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Pseudozyma Epicola/Olive Fruit Oil Ferment Filtrate, Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate, Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract, Honey Extract, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables, Boswellia Serrata Extract, Sodium Hydroxypropylphosphate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer, Glycol Distearate, Lauryl Glucoside, Sodium Chloride, Glycolipids, Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, Salicylic Acid, Niacinamide, Mica, Squalane, Tin Oxide, Oleanolic Acid, Polydextrose, Dextrin, Amylopectin, Tetrapeptide-14, Sodium Hydroxide, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Parfum, CI 77891, CI 75470
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol Crosspolymer
Pentaerythrityl Tetracaprylate/Tetracaprate
EmollientCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
CleansingOlea Europaea Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate
Humectant
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Propanediol
Solvent
Polyurethane-35
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
PEG-75 Stearate
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Vp/Va Copolymer
Ceteth-20
CleansingSteareth-20
CleansingAmodimethicone
Biosaccharide Gum-4
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCarnosine
Skin Conditioning
Caffeine
Skin Conditioning
Algin
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Citric Acid
Buffering
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingLecithin
Emollient
Heptapeptide-7
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol Crosspolymer, Pentaerythrityl Tetracaprylate/Tetracaprate, Cetyl Alcohol, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides, PEG-100 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Glycerin, Cyclohexasiloxane, Tocopherol, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Olea Europaea Leaf Extract, Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Benzyl Alcohol, Propanediol, Polyurethane-35, Stearic Acid, PEG-75 Stearate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Vp/Va Copolymer, Ceteth-20, Steareth-20, Amodimethicone, Biosaccharide Gum-4, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Ethylhexylglycerin, Carnosine, Caffeine, Algin, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid, Xanthan Gum, Lecithin, Heptapeptide-7, Sodium Hyaluronate, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Citric Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) naturally found in citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and limes.
Like other AHAs, citric acid can exfoliate skin by breaking down the bonds that hold dead skin cells together. This helps reveal smoother and brighter skin underneath.
However, this exfoliating effect only happens at high concentrations (20%) which can be hard to find in cosmetic products.
Due to this, citric acid is usually included in small amounts as a pH adjuster. This helps keep products slightly more acidic and compatible with skin's natural pH.
In skincare formulas, citric acid can:
While it can provide some skin benefits, research shows lactic acid and glycolic acid are generally more effective and less irritating exfoliants.
Most citric acid used in skincare today is made by fermenting sugars (usually from molasses). This synthetic version is identical to the natural citrus form but easier to stabilize and use in formulations.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinOlive tree leaves contain more antioxidants than olive fruit.
This is due to its rich flavonoid and polyphenol content. However, the antioxidant content varies depending on plant variety, harvesting method, leaf maturity, and extraction method.
This ingredient also has a natural fragrance. Read more about fragrance in cosmetics here.
Learn more about Olea Europaea Leaf ExtractPhenoxyethanol 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.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbatePropanediol 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 PropanediolSodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateWater. 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
