What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Cocoyl Isethionate
Cleansing
Cocamidopropylamine Oxide
Cleansing
Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
Cleansing
Glycol Distearate
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Soy Protein
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein
Skin ConditioningWheat Amino Acids
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningPEG-150 Distearate
Emulsifying
Polyquaternium-7
Polyquaternium-11
Polyamide-2
PEG-4 Rapeseedamide
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
CleansingDecyl Glucoside
Cleansing
Methyl Gluceth-20
Humectant
Glycereth-26
Humectant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Hydrolyzed Grape Fruit Extract
HumectantUrtica Dioica Extract
AstringentSalvia Officinalis Extract
Antimicrobial
Cinnamidopropyltrimonium Chloride
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Superoxide Dismutase
Antioxidant
Melanin
Skin ProtectingAscorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Malic Acid
Buffering
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Water, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Cocamidopropylamine Oxide, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Glycol Distearate, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Panthenol, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, Wheat Amino Acids, Tocopheryl Acetate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, PEG-150 Distearate, Polyquaternium-7, Polyquaternium-11, Polyamide-2, PEG-4 Rapeseedamide, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Decyl Glucoside, Methyl Gluceth-20, Glycereth-26, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Hydrolyzed Grape Fruit Extract, Urtica Dioica Extract, Salvia Officinalis Extract, Cinnamidopropyltrimonium Chloride, Butylene Glycol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract, Superoxide Dismutase, Melanin, Ascorbic Acid, Lactic Acid, Malic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum, Benzyl Benzoate, Benzyl Salicylate, Citronellol, Linalool
Water
Skin ConditioningAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Polyurethane-14
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Urtica Dioica Extract
AstringentAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1
Oleanolic Acid
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningNelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningApigenin
Antioxidant
Aesculus Hippocastanum Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningHelichrysum Italicum Extract
AntiseborrhoeicAdansonia Digitata Fruit Extract
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingPPG-26-Buteth-26
Skin ConditioningPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Amp-Acrylates Copolymer
Sodium Laneth-40 Maleate/Styrene Sulfonate Copolymer
Triethyl Citrate
Masking
Aminomethyl Propanol
BufferingTetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Water, Alcohol Denat., Polyurethane-14, Butylene Glycol, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ascorbic Acid, Urtica Dioica Extract, Alcohol, Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1, Oleanolic Acid, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Apigenin, Aesculus Hippocastanum Seed Extract, Helichrysum Italicum Extract, Adansonia Digitata Fruit Extract, Glycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, PPG-26-Buteth-26, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Amp-Acrylates Copolymer, Sodium Laneth-40 Maleate/Styrene Sulfonate Copolymer, Triethyl Citrate, Aminomethyl Propanol, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium Sorbate, Parfum, Hydroxycitronellal, Linalool, Limonene
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Ascorbic Acid is is pure Vitamin C and is the biologically active form used directly by skin.
Not only is vitamin C great for your overall health and immune system, but it also has plenty of benefits for your skin. It is best supported by academic literature for:
Topical vitamin C has been shown to help neutralize oxidative stress from UV and pollution, helping to improve photoaging and hyperpigmentation when used consistently.
One clinical study found that using 5% topical vitamin C for six months improved signs of photodamaged skin, both on the surface and in the deeper structural layers of the skin.
While vitamin C doesnât replace sunscreen, studies show it can boost photoprotection when combined with Vitamin E and ferulic acid. These two ingredients help improve stability and protective effects.
The big downside of this ingredient is formulation difficulty. Vitamin C is prone to oxidation and doesn't penetrate the skin unless formulated correctly. Research found that vitamin C absorbs into the skin best at a low pH (< 3.5) with about 20% being the upper limit for effective absorption.
Skin levels can saturate after repeated application; this means your skin wonât keep absorbing more once itâs full of vitamin C. This is why more isnât always better with vitamin C and why very high concentrations donât necessarily give extra benefits.
Ascorbic acid generally works well with many skincare ingredients but can be irritating when combined with other active ingredients. Strong oxidizing acne treatments like benzoyl peroxide can reduce the effectiveness of vitamin C if they are used at the same time; they are often recommended for use at different times of day.
Read more about other types of Vitamin C:
Foods rich with vitamin C include oranges, strawberries, broccoli, bell peppers, and more. When consuming Vitamin C, your skin receives a portion of the nutrients.
Learn more about Ascorbic AcidButylene 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 GlycolEthylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Learn more about EthylhexylglycerinThis ingredient is a plant-derived protein made by breaking down wheat proteins into smaller amino acids and peptides. It has skin and hair conditioning properties.
People with known wheat allergy or a history of immediate reactions should be cautious with leave-on products containing hydrolyzed wheat proteins.
Linalool 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 LinaloolPanthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolParfum 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 âFRAGRANCEâ or âPARFUMâ 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.
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateThis ingredient is more commonly known as nettle extract. It has soothing, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties.
The antimicrobial properties of nettle come from its gallic acid content.
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. Remember to stay hydrated!
Learn more about Water
