What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Talc
Abrasive
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Pvp
Emulsion StabilisingPEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantSodium Chloride
Masking
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Vinyldimethicone
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantZinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantStearic Acid
Cleansing
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Triethyl Citrate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantSilica
Abrasive
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Disodium EDTA
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogen Dimethicone
Isostearic Acid
Cleansing
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Lecithin
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Water, CI 77891, Cyclopentasiloxane, Phenyl Trimethicone, Talc, Butylene Glycol, Pvp, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Niacinamide, CI 77492, Sodium Chloride, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Vinyldimethicone, Dipropylene Glycol, Zinc Oxide, Aluminum Hydroxide, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, CI 77491, Stearic Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Triethyl Citrate, Potassium Sorbate, CI 77499, Silica, Tocopheryl Acetate, Parfum, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Disodium EDTA, Adenosine, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Isostearic Acid, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Isopropyl Myristate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Lecithin, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Tin Oxide
Water
Skin ConditioningC13-15 Alkane
SolventTriolein
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Isopentyldiol
Humectant
Squalane
Emollient
Glyceryl Dioleate
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Methylpropanediol
SolventDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingHydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Glyceryl Oleate Citrate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Triheptanoin
Skin ConditioningSodium Chloride
Masking
Caffeine
Skin Conditioning
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Phenylpropanol
Masking
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientFucus Vesiculosus Extract
Emollient
Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate
Lysine
Skin ConditioningMagnesium Chloride
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSodium Benzoate
Masking
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, C13-15 Alkane, Triolein, Butylene Glycol, Isopentyldiol, Squalane, Glyceryl Dioleate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Methylpropanediol, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Mica, Glyceryl Oleate Citrate, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Triheptanoin, Sodium Chloride, Caffeine, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Silica, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Phenylpropanol, Aluminum Hydroxide, Fucus Vesiculosus Extract, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Lysine, Magnesium Chloride, Gluconolactone, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Benzoate, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Aluminum Hydroxide is a form of aluminum. It can be naturally found in nature as the mineral gibbsite. In cosmetics, Aluminum Hydroxide is used as a colorant, pH adjuster, and absorbent.
As a colorant, Aluminum Hydroxide may add opacity, or reduce the transparency. Aluminum hydroxide is contains both basic and acidic properties.
According to manufacturers, this ingredient is an emollient and humectant. This means it helps hydrate the skin.
In medicine, this ingredient is used to help relieve heartburn and help heal ulcers.
There is currently no credible scientific evidence linking aluminum hydroxide in cosmetics to increased cancer risk.
Major health organizations allow the use of aluminum hydroxide in personal care products and have not flagged it as a carcinogenic risk at typical usage levels.
Learn more about Aluminum HydroxideButylene 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 GlycolCi 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77491 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77491Ci 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77492 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77492Ci 77499 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It is created from mixing red and black iron oxides. This helps give shades of darkness to a product.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891Disteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.
It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.
Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.
Learn more about Disteardimonium HectoriteThis ingredient is an emulsifier. It is created from Polyglycerin-3 and Ricinoleic Acid.
As an emulsifier, it prevents waters and oils from separating. According to a manufacturer this ingredient is fully biodegradable.
This ingredient may not be safe for Malassezia folliculitis due to its Ricinoleic Acid base. Ricinoleic Acid is a fatty acid derived from castor oil.
Learn more about Polyglyceryl-3 PolyricinoleatePolyhydroxystearic Acid is a soft wax made from castor oil.
It is is a texture thickener, emulsifier, and film-former. Emulsifiers prevent ingredients from separating, such as oils and waters.
Polyhydroxystearic Acid may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polyhydroxystearic 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 SilicaSodium 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 BenzoateChances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideWater. 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
