What's inside
What's inside
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Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine
EmulsifyingGlycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Behentrimonium Methosulfate
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Dimethicone
Emollient
Isododecane
EmollientIsohexadecane
EmollientCitric Acid
Buffering
Parfum
Masking
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PPG-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate
EmollientGuar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningAmodimethicone
Polyquaternium-73
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Quaternium-87
CleansingIsopentyldiol
Humectant
Disodium EDTA
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingJojoba Esters
Emollient
C11-15 Pareth-7
EmulsifyingLaureth-9
EmulsifyingTrideceth-12
EmulsifyingHydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol
Skin ConditioningAcetic Acid
BufferingGlycereth-26
Humectant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingEtidronic Acid
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Phospholipids
Skin Conditioning
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Copaifera Officinalis Resin
MaskingIsomalt
HumectantQuaternium-95
UV AbsorberTocopherol
Antioxidant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil
Emollient
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Oil
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Pea Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
Emollient
Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract
Astringent
Persea Gratissima Fruit Extract
EmollientPunica Granatum Extract
AstringentMalus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract
Skin ConditioningAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract
Antimicrobial
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingLecithin
Emollient
Vitis Vinifera Fruit Cell Extract
Skin ConditioningWater, Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Glycerin, Propanediol, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Cetrimonium Chloride, Dimethicone, Isododecane, Isohexadecane, Citric Acid, Parfum, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Glyceryl Stearate, PPG-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Amodimethicone, Polyquaternium-73, Sodium Benzoate, Quaternium-87, Isopentyldiol, Disodium EDTA, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Jojoba Esters, C11-15 Pareth-7, Laureth-9, Trideceth-12, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol, Acetic Acid, Glycereth-26, Sodium Hydroxide, Etidronic Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Phospholipids, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Persea Gratissima Oil, Ascorbic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Copaifera Officinalis Resin, Isomalt, Quaternium-95, Tocopherol, Panthenol, Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil, Glycine Soja Oil, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Oil, Hydrolyzed Pea Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract, Persea Gratissima Fruit Extract, Punica Granatum Extract, Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract, Alcohol, Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract, Xanthan Gum, Lecithin, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Cell Extract
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Alcohol comes in many different forms. Different types of alcohol will have different effects on skin. This ingredient is usually an astringent alcohol.
These alcohols are drying on the skin. They may strip away your skin's natural oils and even damage your skin barrier. Astringent alcohols may also irritate skin.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
According to the National Rosacea Society based in the US, you should be mindful of products with these alcohols in the top half of ingredients.
Any type of sanitizing product will have high amounts of alcohol to help kill bacteria and viruses.
Fatty alcohols come from plant oils such as coconut oil. These can help hydrate the skin and are non-irritating. Some fatty alcohols include cetyl and stearyl alcohol.
Learn more about AlcoholThis 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
Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholThis ingredient is a preservative, antimicrobial, and emulsifier. It is often used in cosmetics for its ability to cleanse, condition, and reduce static.
Cetrimonium chloride is a quaternary ammonium salt, meaning it has a water-soluble structure.
Parfum 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.
Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolWe don't have a description for Trideceth-12 yet.
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!
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