Kneipp Relaxing Lavender Body Oil Versus BodyXpert Body Oil Lavender & Vanilla
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe body oils. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Kneipp Relaxing Lavender Body Oil 15 ingredients
BodyXpert Body Oil Lavender & Vanilla 14 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
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Kneipp Relaxing Lavender Body Oil 15 ingredients
BodyXpert Body Oil Lavender & Vanilla 14 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Isopropyl Myristate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Tocopheryl Acetate, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Lavandula Hybrida Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia Extract, Lavandula Latifolia Herb Oil, Lavandula Hybrida Extract, Linalool, Limonene, Geraniol, Coumarin, Tocopherol
Paraffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Triethylhexanoin
MaskingSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
BHT
Antioxidant
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Eucalyptol
Perfuming
Juniperus Mexicana Wood Oil
Perfuming
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Ubiquinone
Antioxidant
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Isopropyl Myristate is an emollient, thickening agent, and texture enhancer. It is created from isopropyl alcohol and myristic acid.
It is used to help other ingredients be better absorbed. It is also an emollient and may help soften and hydrate the skin.
The comedogenic rating of this ingredient depends on the concentration. Lower amounts results in a lower rating.
Isopropyl Myristate may not be fungal acne safe. It can potentially worsen acne prone skin.
Learn more about Isopropyl MyristateTocopheryl 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 AcetateLavandula Angustifolia Oil is more commonly known as lavender essential oil. It is considered a fragrancing ingredient.
Lavender imparts a famous scent. While the smell is lovely, this ingredient and may sensitize skin in topical products. This is because about 85% of the oil is made up of linalool and linalyl acetate.
When exposed to air, these two compounds become strong allergens. This ingredient exhibits cytotoxicity at low concentrations; amounts of 0.25% have been shown to damage skin cells.
A study from Japan found this ingredient caused lavender sensitivity after widespread exposure.
Lavender essential oil has some antimicrobial, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties. However, the cons of this ingredient may outweight the pros.
More research is needed to confirm lavender essential oil's effects when used in aromatherapy.
Lavandula Angustifolia is known as the English Lavender and famous for creating purple fields in Provence, France.
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