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What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Paraffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientPEG-10 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Oryza Sativa Bran Oil
Emollient
PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
Emollient
Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Paraffin
Perfuming
Ceresin
Emulsion StabilisingDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
BHT
Antioxidant
Water
Skin ConditioningPrunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
Masking
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil
Humectant
Trehalose
Humectant
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Houttuynia Cordata Flower/Leaf/Stem Water
Antimicrobial
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Sedum Sarmentosum Extract
HumectantSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Anastatica Hierochuntica Extract
AstringentHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Paraffinum Liquidum, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, PEG-10 Isostearate, Oryza Sativa Bran Oil, PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, Beeswax, Synthetic Wax, Paraffin, Ceresin, Diisostearyl Malate, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, BHT, Water, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Salicylic Acid, Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil, Trehalose, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Centella Asiatica Extract, Butylene Glycol, Houttuynia Cordata Flower/Leaf/Stem Water, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycerin, Sedum Sarmentosum Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Anastatica Hierochuntica Extract, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
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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.
Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds from the tea plant. This is the same plant we get green, black, and oolong tea from.
Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil is rich in oleic acid. This makes it an effective moisturizer. By drawing moisture to the skin, Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil helps keep your skin hydrated.
Other components of Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil includes Vitamin E and polyphenols. These are antioxidants that may help slow down the signs of aging. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals, or unstable molecules that can damage our skin cells.
Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil also has anti-inflammatory properties.
The seed oil comes from the dried kernels of the plant.
Learn more about Camellia Sinensis Seed OilCentella Asiatica Extract (Centella) is derived from an herb native to Southeast Asia. It is famous for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Centella is rich in antioxidants and amino acids, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside.
Studies show the compounds in centella help with:
The combination of all these properties makes centella effective at soothing, hydrating, and protecting the skin.
Other great components of centella include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Fun fact: Centella has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.
Learn more about Centella Asiatica ExtractCetyl Ethylhexanoate is an emollient ester. It comes from cetearyl alcohol and 2-ethylhexanoic acid.
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate is an emollient that adds a velvety feel to skin without being greasy or oily. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin, keeping your skin soft and hydrated.
PEG-10 Isostearate isn't fungal acne safe.
Peg-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate comes from Isostearic Acid and glycerin.
It is an emollient, emulsifier, and gentle cleanser. As an emollient, it helps trap moisture to keep skin soft and hydrated. Emulsifiers help prevent ingredients from separating.
This ingredient is common in oil-based products. This is because it helps oil-ingredients be easily washed away without leaving a residue.
Peg-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about PEG-20 Glyceryl TriisostearateSynthetic Wax is created from fossil fuels such as natural gas. It is used to enhance texture, adjust pH, and as an occlusive.
It may also be used as an abrasive ingredient to exfoliate the skin.
Synthetic Wax may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Synthetic WaxVitis Vinifera Seed Oil comes from the grape vine. Grape seeds are a byproduct of creating grape juice or wine.
The components of grape seeds have many skin benefits. Research has found it to be antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory. It also contains many potent antioxidants such as Vitamin E , Vitamin C, proanthocyanidins, polyphenols, flavonoids, and anthocyanins. Proanthocyanidin has been shown to help even out skin tone.
Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are capable of damaging our cells and other genetic material. Antioxidants help stabilize free-radicals by donating extra electrons. Grape seed extract may help reduce the signs of aging.
The antimicrobial properties of grape seed may help treat acne. However, more research is needed to support this claim.
Grape seed has also been found to help absorb UV rays. Grape seed extract should not replace your sunscreen.
The fatty acids of grape seed oil give it emollient properties. Emollients help soothe and soften your skin by creating a film. This film traps moisture within, keeping your skin hydrated.
Learn more about Vitis Vinifera Seed OilWater. 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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