What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSynthetic Wax
Abrasive
Dibutyl Adipate
EmollientCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
EmollientEthylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Ozokerite
Emulsion StabilisingDiisobutyl Adipate
EmollientC9-12 Alkane
SolventNiacinamide
Smoothing
Polysilicone-15
UV Filter
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Vinyldimethicone
Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-5 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Sodium Chloride
MaskingLauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Tetrahydroxypropyl Ethylenediamine
Tromethamine
BufferingTrihydroxystearin
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningMalachite Extract
Antioxidant
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Glycine
Buffering
Arginine
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Squalane
Emollient
Zinc PCA
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide
MaskingDextrin
AbsorbentGlyceryl Glucoside
Humectant
Candida Bombicola/Glucose/Methyl Rapeseedate Ferment
AntimicrobialOryza Sativa Bran Oil
Emollient
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantGardenia Florida Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningDimethylsilanol Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Potassium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Sodium Hyaluronate Dimethylsilanol
HumectantSodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Glucose
Humectant
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Ethoxydiglycol
HumectantAsiaticoside
Antioxidant
Madecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Asiatic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract
Skin Protecting
Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Carthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningPolygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
Antioxidant
Coffea Arabica Seed Extract
Masking
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Castanea Crenata Shell Extract
Skin ConditioningZanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningWater, Synthetic Wax, Dibutyl Adipate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Butylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Ozokerite, Diisobutyl Adipate, C9-12 Alkane, Niacinamide, Polysilicone-15, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Vinyldimethicone, Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate, Polyglyceryl-5 Polyricinoleate, Sodium Chloride, Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Glyceryl Caprylate, Caprylyl Glycol, Parfum, Tetrahydroxypropyl Ethylenediamine, Tromethamine, Trihydroxystearin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Malachite Extract, Adenosine, Glycine, Arginine, Tocopherol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Squalane, Zinc PCA, Panthenol, Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide, Dextrin, Glyceryl Glucoside, Candida Bombicola/Glucose/Methyl Rapeseedate Ferment, Oryza Sativa Bran Oil, Dipropylene Glycol, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Dimethylsilanol Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid, Potassium Hyaluronate, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Dimethylsilanol, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Glucose, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ethoxydiglycol, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiatic Acid, Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Carthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Coffea Arabica Seed Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Castanea Crenata Shell Extract, Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%
UV Absorber
Homosalate 6.5%
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Salicylate 4.5%
UV Absorber
Octocrylene 6.5%
UV Absorber
Dimethicone
Emollient
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Isoeicosane
EmollientSilica
Abrasive
Diethylhexyl Carbonate
EmollientDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientButyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Phenylpropyldimethylsiloxysilicate
EmollientIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientPhenethyl Benzoate
Emollient
Ceresin
Emulsion StabilisingSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate
EmollientEthylene/Propylene Copolymer
Abrasive
Camelina Sativa Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Brassica Campestris Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emollient
Opuntia Ficus-Indica Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningThymus Vulgaris Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningAvena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientDimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%, Homosalate 6.5%, Ethylhexyl Salicylate 4.5%, Octocrylene 6.5%, Dimethicone, Synthetic Wax, Isoeicosane, Silica, Diethylhexyl Carbonate, Diisostearyl Malate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Phenylpropyldimethylsiloxysilicate, Isononyl Isononanoate, Phenethyl Benzoate, Ceresin, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer, Camelina Sativa Seed Oil, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Brassica Campestris Seed Oil, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Flower Extract, Thymus Vulgaris Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Tocopherol
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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.
Butyloctyl Salicylate is a chemical UV filter structurally similar to octisalate. It is a photostabilizer, SPF booster, emollient and solvent. This ingredient helps evenly spread out ingredients.
According to a manufacturer, it is suitable for pairing with micro Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, and pigments.
Photostabilizers help stabilize UV-filters and prevents them from degrading quickly.
Learn more about Butyloctyl SalicylateHyaluronic acid (HA) is a glycosaminoglycan (basically a long sugar chain) that your skin already makes on its own. In your skin, HA lives in the extracellular matrix and acts as the body's moisture reservoir.
Topically, HA is a humectant that binds water and helps skin look more plump, smooth, and hydrated.
The only catch is that HA isn't a single thing; it actually comes in a wide range of molecular weights (~50 - 2,000+ kDA) and size matters.
Some clinical evidence links low molecular weight versions to improved wrinkle depth, elasticity, anti-inflammatory effects, and barrier repair.
This is why the best HA serums blend the two sizes together so you get the best of both worlds.
The majority of cosmetic HA is produced by bacterial fermentation, typically using Streptococcus or Bacillus strains. Typical use levels in skincare sit around 0.1-2%.
A clinical study using a 0.2% low-molecular weight HA gel showed improvement in facial seborrheic dermatitis with excellent tolerance.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Hyaluronic AcidSynthetic Wax is a manufactured hydrocarbon wax. In formulas, it works as an occlusive emollient that helps reduce water loss and improves the spreadability of products.
Research comparing synthetic wax to traditional mineral-derived products found that formulas containing it perform as well for skin hydration.
It is considered non-comedogenic and vegan-friendly.
It has a well-established safety record by the CIR Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety.
Learn more about Synthetic WaxTocopherol is a fat-soluble antioxidant known as Vitamin E.
You'll find this ingredient in the vast majority of skincare (for good reason). It works to neutralize free radicals, or unstable molecules generated by UV exposure, pollution, and other environmental stressors, before they can cause oxidative damage to your skin cells.
Topically applied tocopherol has been shown to protect against UV damage by ramping up the skin's own natural defense enzymes.
It also acts as a skin conditioning agent; some studies show that regular topical use can improve the skin's water-binding capacity over 2-4 weeks.
This ingredient is especially loved for being a team player. When combined with Vitamin C, the photoprotective effect of both ingredients roughly doubles and the combo also helps reduce UV-induced DNA damage.
This ingredient has some brightening potential but it's more of a prevention ingredient than spot-fader. Cell studies show it can slow down melanin production but it's worth noting that it's not the most powerful brightener out there.
In formulations, it also serves as a stabilizer that helps protect other oxidation-prone ingredients from degrading.
Concentrations usually range from 0.1-1% in most leave-on products.
Learn more about Tocopherol
