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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCocos Nucifera Oil
MaskingAmodimethicone
Polyquaternium-37
Phenoxyethanol
PreservativePropylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
EmollientSodium Hydroxide
BufferingLimonene
PerfumingDimethicone PEG-7 Phosphate
CleansingPPG-1 Trideceth-6
Skin ConditioningTrideceth-6
EmulsifyingBehentrimonium Chloride
PreservativeXylose
HumectantEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAcrylates/Stearyl Methacrylate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingLinalool
PerfumingSorbitan Oleate
EmulsifyingIsopropyl Alcohol
SolventCitronellol
PerfumingCetrimonium Chloride
AntimicrobialSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantCitric Acid
BufferingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingLactic Acid
BufferingGlycolic Acid
BufferingHexyl Cinnamal
PerfumingAlpha-Isomethyl Ionone
PerfumingCitral
PerfumingEDTA
Coumarin
PerfumingTocopherol
AntioxidantRosa Canina Flower Extract
AstringentParfum
MaskingWater, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Amodimethicone, Polyquaternium-37, Phenoxyethanol, Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Sodium Hydroxide, Limonene, Dimethicone PEG-7 Phosphate, PPG-1 Trideceth-6, Trideceth-6, Behentrimonium Chloride, Xylose, Ethylhexylglycerin, Acrylates/Stearyl Methacrylate Copolymer, Linalool, Sorbitan Oleate, Isopropyl Alcohol, Citronellol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Sodium Hyaluronate, Citric Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Lactic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Hexyl Cinnamal, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Citral, EDTA, Coumarin, Tocopherol, Rosa Canina Flower Extract, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningAmodimethicone
Trideceth-5
EmulsifyingPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
EmulsifyingPolyquaternium-37
Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
EmollientGlycerin
HumectantTrideceth-10
CleansingPhenyl Trimethicone
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeArginine
MaskingGlutamic Acid
HumectantPPG-1 Trideceth-6
Skin ConditioningBenzyl Salicylate
PerfumingSerine
MaskingHydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningChlorhexidine Digluconate
AntimicrobialBenzyl Alcohol
PerfumingQuaternium-87
Cleansing2-Oleamido-1,3-Octadecanediol
Skin ConditioningXylose
HumectantLinalool
PerfumingAlpha-Isomethyl Ionone
PerfumingGeraniol
PerfumingCitronellol
PerfumingCinnamyl Alcohol
PerfumingParfum
MaskingWater, Amodimethicone, Trideceth-5, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Polyquaternium-37, Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Glycerin, Trideceth-10, Phenyl Trimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Arginine, Glutamic Acid, PPG-1 Trideceth-6, Benzyl Salicylate, Serine, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Chlorhexidine Digluconate, Benzyl Alcohol, Quaternium-87, 2-Oleamido-1,3-Octadecanediol, Xylose, Linalool, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Geraniol, Citronellol, Cinnamyl Alcohol, Parfum
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 IononeThis water-soluble silicone is used for its hydrating and softening properties. It is used to add a silky feel to skincare products and has great benefits for haircare.
In haircare, this ingredient:
- Adds shine
- Protects color
- Offers thermal protection
- Boosts hair strength
- Does not build up as easily
Citronellol 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 CitronellolLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolParfum 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 ParfumPhenoxyethanol 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.
We don't have a description for Polyquaternium-37 yet.
We don't have a description for PPG-1 Trideceth-6 yet.
Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate is a mixture of Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate and Propylene Glycol Dicaprate.
It is an emollient and helps hydate the skin.
Water. 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 WaterWe don't have a description for Xylose yet.