What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Octyldodecanol
Emollient
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Squalane
Emollient
Borago Officinalis Seed Oil
Emollient
Helichrysum Italicum Extract
AntiseborrhoeicHelichrysum Italicum Flower Oil
Masking
Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
Masking
Oenothera Biennis Oil
Emollient
Rosa Moschata Seed Oil
Emollient
Myrtus Communis Oil
Masking
Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil
Emollient
Camelina Sativa Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Pelargonium Graveolens Oil
Masking
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil
Masking
Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Octyldodecanol, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Squalane, Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, Helichrysum Italicum Extract, Helichrysum Italicum Flower Oil, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Rosa Moschata Seed Oil, Myrtus Communis Oil, Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil, Camelina Sativa Seed Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil, Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Parfum, Limonene, Linalool, Geraniol, Citronellol, Citral
Cocoglycerides
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Octyldodecanol
Emollient
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Ethylcellulose
Oenothera Biennis Oil
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Hibiscus Sabdariffa Seed Oil
Emollient
Rosa Moschata Seed Oil
Emollient
Honey Extract
Humectant
Propolis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Royal Jelly Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil
Emollient
Hippophae Rhamnoides Seed Oil
Skin Protecting
Helianthus Annuus Extract
Emollient
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Oryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin Conditioning
Water
Skin ConditioningRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialAroma
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Cocoglycerides, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Octyldodecanol, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil, Ethylcellulose, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Seed Oil, Rosa Moschata Seed Oil, Honey Extract, Propolis Extract, Royal Jelly Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil, Hippophae Rhamnoides Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Extract, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Tocopherol, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Water, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Aroma, Limonene, Linalool
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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.
This ingredient is a lightweight emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Though it behaves like an oil, it is not technically one due to its chemical composition. It is very stable, resistant to oxidation, and unlikely to go rancid. In practice, that translates to a long shelf life and a consistently elegant skin feel.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this. Be sure to patch test if you have concerns.
Fractionated coconut oil and MCT Oil are both listed as Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride according to INCI. This is because INCI names are based on the ingredient’s final chemical composition and not its marketing name or source.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil is a plant oil derived from the seeds of a sunflower.
It is rich in fatty acids, primarily linoleic acid and oleic acid. This gives it emollient and skin conditioning properties.
The reason this ingredient is so effective is because it forms a thin film on the skin that reduces transepidermal water loss (TEWL) while supplying linoleic acid to the stratum corneum to improve barrier strength.
The high linoleic acid content is particularly noteworthy for acne-prone skin.
Research suggests that acne-prone skin tends to be deficient in linoleic acid in sebum. Topical application may help replenish this to support a healthier follicular environment and less comedone-promoting sebum.
One randomized study found sunflower seed oil preserved skin barrier integrity in adult volunteers with and without atopic dermatitis (outperforming olive oil).
This ingredient is well-studied, gentle, and an effective emollient suitable for most skin types.
On fungal acne: This ingredient may not be Fungal acne (Malassezia folliculitis) safe. This is because it contains fatty acids with carbon chain lengths in the C11-C24 range.
Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed OilHippophae Rhamnoides Oil also known as seabuckthorn oil. This oil is usually extracted from the fruit pulp or seeds.
Seabuckthorn is rich in phytosterols, carotenoids, Vitamins A, C, and E. This gives it strong antioxidant properties that can help soothe and protect your skin from oxidative damage.
This oil is rich in fatty acids, including: two types of linoleic acid (~30-34%), oleic acid (17%), and palmiteic acid (35%). Note these numbers are averages, and different parts of the plant will vary.
Palmitoleic acid has been shown to help soothe inflammation and promote wound healing. It is also naturally found in the fat of our skin.
Overall, seabuckthorn oil is great for nourishing, hydrating, and soothing skin. While it shows UV protecting properties, it should not replace sunscreen.
Due to the rich fatty acid content, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal acne, safe.
Seabuckthorn berries are little orange fruits. This plant is native to Asia.
Learn more about Hippophae Rhamnoides OilLimonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term '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.
Learn more about LimoneneLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolOctyldodecanol is a fatty alcohol sourced from plant oils like coconut or palm (or made synthetically).
It is:
You'll likely see this in many BHA products because this is the go-to solvent for salicylic acid.
This ingredient is typically used at levels between 2-20%.
Regarding fungal acne:
In 2019, this ingredient was tested against multiple Malassezia species (the yeast that causes fungal acne) and showed no growth.
Oenothera Biennis Oil is the fixed oil derived from the seeds of the Evening Primrose.
Evening primrose oil is rich in fatty acids. These fatty acids include linoleic (60-85%), oleic (5-12%), palmitic (4-10%), and stearic (2-4%).
The fatty acid composition makes it a great ingredient for soothing and moisturizing skin. However, it may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal acne safe.
Further research is needed on the role of evening primrose in treating eczema.
Evening primrose is native to North America.
Learn more about Oenothera Biennis OilRosa Moschata Seed Oil is an oil and isn't fungal acne safe.
Tocopherol is a fat-soluble antioxidant known as Vitamin E.
You'll find this ingredient in the vast majority of skincare (for good reason). It works to neutralize free radicals, or unstable molecules generated by UV exposure, pollution, and other environmental stressors, before they can cause oxidative damage to your skin cells.
Topically applied tocopherol has been shown to protect against UV damage by ramping up the skin's own natural defense enzymes.
It also acts as a skin conditioning agent; some studies show that regular topical use can improve the skin's water-binding capacity over 2-4 weeks.
This ingredient is especially loved for being a team player. When combined with Vitamin C, the photoprotective effect of both ingredients roughly doubles and the combo also helps reduce UV-induced DNA damage.
This ingredient has some brightening potential but it's more of a prevention ingredient than spot-fader. Cell studies show it can slow down melanin production but it's worth noting that it's not the most powerful brightener out there.
In formulations, it also serves as a stabilizer that helps protect other oxidation-prone ingredients from degrading.
Concentrations usually range from 0.1-1% in most leave-on products.
Learn more about Tocopherol
