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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingSodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Cleansing
Glycerin
Humectant
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingCapryloyl/Caproyl Methyl Glucamide
EmulsifyingGlycolic Acid
Buffering
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Mandelic Acid
Antimicrobial
Citric Acid
Buffering
Papain
Skin ConditioningBromelain
Skin ConditioningAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Sodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Oleate
Emollient
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Parfum
Masking
Water, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Glycerin, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Capryloyl/Caproyl Methyl Glucamide, Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid, Mandelic Acid, Citric Acid, Papain, Bromelain, Allantoin, Maltodextrin, Sodium Gluconate, Glyceryl Oleate, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Chloride, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningCocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingDisodium Cocoyl Glutamate
CleansingSodium Cocoyl Glutamate
CleansingBentonite
Absorbent
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Cichorium Intybus Root Extract
MaskingCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Camellia Sinensis Seed Extract
Humectant
Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
CleansingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Bentonite, Stearyl Alcohol, Propanediol, Cichorium Intybus Root Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Seed Extract, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol
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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.
Citric 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 AcidCocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine is a synthetic cleansing agent, though it is derived from coconut oil.
It is used to enhance the texture of products by boosting lather and thickening the texture. As a cleanser, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine is mild.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateWater. 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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