What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDisodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate
CleansingDecyl Glucoside
CleansingLauryl Betaine
CleansingCeteareth-60 Myristyl Glycol
EmulsifyingLaureth-3
EmulsifyingGlyceryl Laurate
Emollient
Urtica Dioica Root Extract
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Citric Acid
Buffering
Parfum
Masking
CI 42053
Cosmetic ColorantMaleic Acid
BufferingPolyquaternium-22
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
CI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Decyl Glucoside, Lauryl Betaine, Ceteareth-60 Myristyl Glycol, Laureth-3, Glyceryl Laurate, Urtica Dioica Root Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Citric Acid, Parfum, CI 42053, Maleic Acid, Polyquaternium-22, Polysorbate 20, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Chloride, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, CI 15985
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate
Cleansing
Dimethicone
Emollient
Cocamide Methyl Mea
Parfum
Masking
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
CleansingGuar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Lauric Acid
Cleansing
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cocamide Mea
EmulsifyingSodium Cocoamphoacetate
CleansingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Trihydroxystearin
Skin Conditioning
Di-C12-13 Alkyl Malate
EmollientCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Sodium Salicylate
Preservative
Sodium Citrate
BufferingDisodium EDTA
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningLinalool
Perfuming
Laureth-23
CleansingLaureth-3
EmulsifyingLimonene
Perfuming
Malt Extract
Skin ProtectingCitronellol
Perfuming
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Tetrasodium EDTA
Camellia Japonica Seed Oil
Emollient
Punica Granatum Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil
Humectant
PPG-3 Caprylyl Ether
SolventAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Glycolipids
Skin ConditioningGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Xylitylglucoside
Humectant
Anhydroxylitol
Humectant
Amodimethicone
Xylitol
Humectant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Cornus Officinalis Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPanax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Zingiber Officinale Root Extract
Masking
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantNelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningPaeonia Lactiflora Root Extract
Skin ConditioningRehmannia Glutinosa Root Extract
Skin ConditioningRoyal Jelly Extract
Skin Conditioning
Glucose
Humectant
Honey
Humectant
Lilium Candidum Bulb Extract
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Acetic Acid
BufferingSchisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningTrideceth-10
CleansingPolygonatum Odoratum Rhizome Extract
Skin ConditioningWater, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate, Dimethicone, Cocamide Methyl Mea, Parfum, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Lauric Acid, Cetyl Alcohol, Cocamide Mea, Sodium Cocoamphoacetate, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Trihydroxystearin, Di-C12-13 Alkyl Malate, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Salicylate, Sodium Citrate, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Chloride, Hexyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Benzoate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Linalool, Laureth-23, Laureth-3, Limonene, Malt Extract, Citronellol, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Carbomer, Butylene Glycol, Tetrasodium EDTA, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, Lactic Acid, Tocopherol, Alcohol, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil, PPG-3 Caprylyl Ether, Alcohol Denat., Glycolipids, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Amodimethicone, Xylitol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Cornus Officinalis Fruit Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Dipropylene Glycol, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract, Rehmannia Glutinosa Root Extract, Royal Jelly Extract, Glucose, Honey, Lilium Candidum Bulb Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Acetic Acid, Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract, Trideceth-10, Polygonatum Odoratum Rhizome Extract
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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.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolCitric Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) naturally found in citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and limes.
Like other AHAs, citric acid can exfoliate skin by breaking down the bonds that hold dead skin cells together. This helps reveal smoother and brighter skin underneath.
However, this exfoliating effect only happens at high concentrations (20%) which can be hard to find in cosmetic products.
Due to this, citric acid is usually included in small amounts as a pH adjuster. This helps keep products slightly more acidic and compatible with skin's natural pH.
In skincare formulas, citric acid can:
While it can provide some skin benefits, research shows lactic acid and glycolic acid are generally more effective and less irritating exfoliants.
Most citric acid used in skincare today is made by fermenting sugars (usually from molasses). This synthetic version is identical to the natural citrus form but easier to stabilize and use in formulations.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidWe don't have a description for Laureth-3 yet.
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 ParfumSodium 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
