What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningZinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Dimethicone
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate
Emollient
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid
UV Absorber
Polysilicone-15
UV Filter
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Silica
Abrasive
Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol
UV Filter
Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
Aminomethyl Propanol
BufferingMagnesium Sulfate
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingDextrin Palmitate
Emulsifying
Bifida Ferment Filtrate
Skin Conditioning
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientDimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientDecyl Glucoside
CleansingStearic Acid
Cleansing
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantBisabolol
Masking
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Water
Masking
Parfum
Masking
Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Water
Skin ConditioningMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Panax Ginseng Root Water
Masking
Squalane
Emollient
Cyclodextrin
AbsorbentPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingBHT
Antioxidant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Royal Jelly Extract
Skin Conditioning
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Cyclopentasiloxane, Water, Zinc Oxide, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, CI 77891, Titanium Dioxide, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid, Polysilicone-15, Pentylene Glycol, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Silica, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Aminomethyl Propanol, Magnesium Sulfate, Phenoxyethanol, CI 77492, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Dextrin Palmitate, Bifida Ferment Filtrate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Decyl Glucoside, Stearic Acid, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, CI 77491, Bisabolol, CI 77499, Ethylhexylglycerin, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water, Parfum, Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Water, Mica, Panax Ginseng Root Water, Squalane, Cyclodextrin, Propylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, BHT, 1,2-Hexanediol, Royal Jelly Extract, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Centella Asiatica Extract, Hydroxyacetophenone, Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Triethanolamine
BufferingButyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Betaine
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid
UV Absorber
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingOctocrylene
UV Absorber
Silica
Abrasive
Artemisia Capillaris Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Artemisia Vulgaris Extract
Skin Conditioning
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Lecithin
Emollient
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Propanediol
Solvent
Triethylene Glycol
Masking
Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Triethanolamine, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Betaine, Niacinamide, Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid, Carbomer, Octocrylene, Silica, Artemisia Capillaris Flower Extract, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Artemisia Vulgaris Extract, Allantoin, Panthenol, Lecithin, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol, Propanediol, Triethylene Glycol
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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 GlycolEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is an organic compound that provides UVB protection. It often goes by the more common name of octinoxate. It is created from methoxycinnamic acid and 2-ethylhexanol.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate absorbs UVB rays with wavelengths between 280-320 nm. UV absorbers protect your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy.
UVB (290-320 nm) rays emit more energy than UVA rays. They are capable of damaging DNA, causing sunburns and are thought to be linked to skin cancer.
The state of Hawaii has banned sunscreens containing octinoxate due to its potential impact on coral reefs. More research is needed to bridge gaps in this research. The European Union allows higher levels of octinoxate in sunscreens than the US and Australia.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is oil soluble. It is not stable and may lose efficacy when exposed to sunlight.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl MethoxycinnamateGlycerin 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 GlycerinPhenoxyethanol 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.
This ingredient is more commonly known as Ensulizole, a chemical sunscreen ingredient.
Ensulizole mainly protects UV-B (290-340 nm) but offers a little UV-A (320-400 nm) protection. It is often paired with less photo-stable sunscreen ingredients due to its photo-stability.
Due to it being water-soluble, Ensulizole helps give sunscreens a light and non-oily texture.
Ensulizole is approved worldwide:
Learn more about Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic AcidSilica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.
Though it has exfoliant properties, the function of silica varies depending on the product.
The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and adds smoothness, making it a great texture enhancer.
It is also used as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.
In some products, tiny microneedles called spicules are made from silica or hydrolyzed sponge. When you rub them in, they lightly polish away dead skin layers and enhance the penetration of active ingredients.
Learn more about SilicaWater. 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
