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Water
Skin ConditioningC13-16 Isoparaffin
Solvent
Dimethicone
Emollient
Polyacrylamide
C13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Amodimethicone
Laureth-7
Emulsifying2-Oleamido-1,3-Octadecanediol
Skin ConditioningBenzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Trideceth-5
EmulsifyingArginine
Masking
Glutamic Acid
Humectant
Chlorhexidine Digluconate
Antimicrobial
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Serine
Masking
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningTrideceth-10
CleansingLinalool
Perfuming
Xylose
HumectantAlpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Cinnamyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Parfum
Masking
Water, C13-16 Isoparaffin, Dimethicone, Polyacrylamide, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Phenoxyethanol, Amodimethicone, Laureth-7, 2-Oleamido-1,3-Octadecanediol, Benzyl Salicylate, Trideceth-5, Arginine, Glutamic Acid, Chlorhexidine Digluconate, Benzyl Alcohol, Serine, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Trideceth-10, Linalool, Xylose, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Geraniol, Citronellol, Cinnamyl Alcohol, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Propanediol
Solvent
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningBehentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
C13-15 Alkane
SolventMel
EmollientPropolis Cera
AntiseborrhoeicSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Milk Protein
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Sprout Extract
Skin ConditioningCarthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Masking
Oenothera Biennis Oil
Emollient
Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
Emollient
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningDaucus Carota Sativa Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Pod Extract
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Ethylhexyl Cocoate
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate Se
Emulsifying
Castor/Olive Oil Esters
Emollient
Gamma-Docosalactone
Skin ConditioningUndecane
EmollientHydrogenated Farnesene
EmollientMaltodextrin
Absorbent
Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum
Skin ConditioningPolyester-37
Skin ConditioningVp/Va Copolymer
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingC15-19 Alkane
SolventIsopentyldiol
Humectant
Parfum
Masking
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Benzaldehyde
Masking
Polycitronellol Acetate
Tridecane
Perfuming
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Coumarin
Perfuming
Rose Ketone-4
Perfuming
Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes
Masking
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantTin Oxide
Abrasive
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Propanediol, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Behentrimonium Chloride, C13-15 Alkane, Mel, Propolis Cera, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Milk Protein, Tocopherol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Sprout Extract, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Extract, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Pod Extract, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Lactic Acid, Ethylhexyl Cocoate, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Castor/Olive Oil Esters, Gamma-Docosalactone, Undecane, Hydrogenated Farnesene, Maltodextrin, Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum, Polyester-37, Vp/Va Copolymer, Behenyl Alcohol, Xanthan Gum, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Sodium Hydroxide, C15-19 Alkane, Isopentyldiol, Parfum, Isopropyl Alcohol, Benzaldehyde, Polycitronellol Acetate, Tridecane, Benzyl Alcohol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Citronellol, Coumarin, Rose Ketone-4, Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes, Mica, Tin Oxide, CI 77491, CI 77891
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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.
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone is a fragrance. It can be synthetically created or naturally occurring.
The scent of Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone is described as "flowery" but can also be "woody".
Naturally occurring Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone may be found in Saccharomyces cerevisiae, or the yeast used to make wine and bread.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about Alpha-Isomethyl IononeBenzyl Alcohol is an aromatic alcohol with several roles: it's a preservative, solvent, and mild fragrance component with a floral scent.
This ingredient has been deemed safe for use in cosmetic formulations at concentrations up to 5%, and up to 10% in hair dyes. You'll typically see 0.5-2% in most rinse-off or leave-on products.
As a preservative, it works by disrupting the membrane of microbial proteins. This helps keep bacteria and fungi from growing in your products.
The sensitization picture is actually quite assuring as well:of nearly 71,000 patients patch tested with benzyl alcohol, only 0.21% showed a positive reaction with most of them being weakly positive.
This led researchers to conclude that benzyl alcohol cannot be regarded as a significant contact allergen.
It is worth noting this ingredient is classified as one of the EU's regulated fragrance allergens and restricted to 1% in finished products.
Labels must also declare it in concentrations above 0.001% in leave-on products and 0.01% in rinse-off products.
At concentrations around 5%, localized redness and itching can appear as a direct irritant response and not as a true allergic reaction.
Learn more about Benzyl AlcoholCitronellol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is often derived from plants such as roses. In fact, it can be found in many essential oils including geranium, lavender, neroli, and more. The scent of Citronellol is often described as "fresh, grassy, and citrus-like".
Since the Citronellol molecule is already unstable, Citronellol becomes irritating on the skin when exposed to air.
Citronellol is a modified terpene. Terpenes are unsaturated hydrocarbons found in plants. They make up the primary part of essential oils.
Citronellol is not able to be absorbed into deeper layers of the skin. It has low permeability,
Citronellol is also a natural insect repellent.
Learn more about CitronellolParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumWater. 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. Remember to stay hydrated!
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