What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Dimethicone
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningPhenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
Absorbent
Silica Dimethicone Silylate
Absorbent
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientIsododecane
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Emollient
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientMethicone
Emollient
Sorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
CI 77220
Cosmetic ColorantTrihydroxystearin
Skin Conditioning
Polysilicone-11
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Methylpropanediol
SolventTalc
Abrasive
Disodium EDTA
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
Dimethicone, Water, Phenyl Trimethicone, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Silica Dimethicone Silylate, Butylene Glycol, Isononyl Isononanoate, Isododecane, Glycerin, Sodium Chloride, Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Methicone, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, CI 77220, Trihydroxystearin, Polysilicone-11, Potassium Sorbate, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Methylpropanediol, Talc, Disodium EDTA, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, CI 77891, Iron Oxides
Methyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Isocetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Polymethyl Methacrylate
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Hdi/PPG/Polycaprolactone Crosspolymer
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Silybum Marianum Extract
Skin ConditioningLaminaria Saccharina Extract
Skin ProtectingCorallina Officinalis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sigesbeckia Orientalis Extract
Skin ConditioningCucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
Emollient
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Antioxidant
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Caffeine
Skin Conditioning
Lactis Proteinum
Skin ConditioningYeast Extract
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Linoleate/Oleate
Antioxidant
Glycerin
Humectant
Trehalose
Humectant
Methicone
Emollient
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Saccharomyces Lysate Extract
Humectant
Propylene Glycol Dicaprate
EmollientHelianthus Annuus Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Acetyl Glucosamine
Skin ConditioningCholesterol
Emollient
Hordeum Vulgare Extract
EmollientGlycine Soja Protein
EmulsifyingSilica
Abrasive
Lecithin
Emollient
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
AbsorbentDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingLauryl Methyl Gluceth-10 Hydroxypropyldimonium Chloride
Dimethicone Silylate
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPEG-4 Dilaurate
Emulsifying
Calcium Chloride
AstringentLinalool
Perfuming
BHT
Antioxidant
Disodium EDTA
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantMethyl Trimethicone, Water, Dimethicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Isocetyl Alcohol, Butylene Glycol, Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Phenyl Trimethicone, Hdi/PPG/Polycaprolactone Crosspolymer, Sodium Hyaluronate, Silybum Marianum Extract, Laminaria Saccharina Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Sigesbeckia Orientalis Extract, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Caffeine, Lactis Proteinum, Yeast Extract, Tocopheryl Linoleate/Oleate, Glycerin, Trehalose, Methicone, Caprylyl Glycol, Saccharomyces Lysate Extract, Propylene Glycol Dicaprate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Acetyl Glucosamine, Cholesterol, Hordeum Vulgare Extract, Glycine Soja Protein, Silica, Lecithin, Sodium Chloride, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Lauryl Methyl Gluceth-10 Hydroxypropyldimonium Chloride, Dimethicone Silylate, Xanthan Gum, PEG-4 Dilaurate, Calcium Chloride, Linalool, BHT, Disodium EDTA, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, CI 77891, CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Butylene 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 GlycolCi 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinMethicone is a type of silicone and is a simpler form of dimethicone.
Silicones are used to enhance the texture of products and have emollient properties. Methicone is used to give products a silky texture and improves spreadability.
PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone is a type of silicone.
Phenyl Trimethicone is a silicon-based polymer. It is derived from silica.
Phenyl Trimethicone is used as an emollient and prevents products from foaming.
As an emollient, it helps trap moisture in the skin. It is considered an occlusive.
Learn more about Phenyl TrimethiconePotassium 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 SorbateChances 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 ChlorideThis silicone is an emollient. Emollients create a thin film on the skin to prevent moisture from escaping.
It is not soluble in water and helps increase water-resistance in products.
According to a manufacturer, it can blend seamlessly with silicone oils, such as Cyclopentasiloxane.
Learn more about TrimethylsiloxysilicateWater. 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
