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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Aminopropyl Dimethicone
Isododecane
EmollientIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientGlycine
Buffering
PEG-240/Hdi Copolymer Bis-Decyltetradeceth-20 Ether
StabilisingUndecane
EmollientCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Sclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingTridecane
Perfuming
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Limonene
Perfuming
Sodium Citrate
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Coumarin
Perfuming
Potassium Laurate
EmulsifyingPolyquaternium-7
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Water, Butylene Glycol, Aminopropyl Dimethicone, Isododecane, Isononyl Isononanoate, Glycine, PEG-240/Hdi Copolymer Bis-Decyltetradeceth-20 Ether, Undecane, Caprylyl Glycol, Sclerotium Gum, Tridecane, Tocopherol, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Limonene, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool, Citral, Geraniol, Coumarin, Potassium Laurate, Polyquaternium-7, Sodium Benzoate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningC13-16 Isoparaffin
Solvent
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Triethanolamine
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
PEG/PPG-17/18 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingPotato Starch Modified
Behentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Hydroxypropyl Guar
Emulsion StabilisingCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Polyquaternium-4
Amodimethicone
Poly(Linseed Oil)
Linalool
Perfuming
Butylphenyl Methylpropional
Perfuming
Benzophenone-4
UV Absorber
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Trideceth-6
Emulsifying2-Oleamido-1,3-Octadecanediol
Skin ConditioningXylose
HumectantHydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Coumarin
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Iris Florentina Root Extract
MaskingCetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Royal Jelly Extract
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Water, C13-16 Isoparaffin, Propylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Triethanolamine, Phenoxyethanol, PEG/PPG-17/18 Dimethicone, Carbomer, Potato Starch Modified, Behentrimonium Chloride, Hydroxypropyl Guar, Caprylyl Glycol, Polyquaternium-4, Amodimethicone, Poly(Linseed Oil), Linalool, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Benzophenone-4, Hexyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Salicylate, Benzyl Alcohol, Citronellol, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Trideceth-6, 2-Oleamido-1,3-Octadecanediol, Xylose, Hydroxycitronellal, Coumarin, Limonene, Iris Florentina Root Extract, Cetrimonium Chloride, Royal Jelly Extract, Parfum
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, skin conditioner, emollient, and preservative booster derived from either caprylic acid or synthetically created.
Typical use levels vary from 0.3-1% as a preservative booster and go up to 2% to condition skin.
Because it is not a free-fatty acid or alcohol, this ingredient is fungal acne safe (there's nothing for Malassezia to feed on).
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolCoumarins are a group of substances found naturally in plants. There are over 1300 types of coumarins identified. It has a natural vanilla scent.
Coumarin is an identified EU known allergy, meaning it may cause an allergic reaction when applied to the skin.
In many countries, coumarin is banned as a food additive. However, it can be found in soaps, tobacco products, and some alcohol drinks.
Plants use coumarins as a chemical defense. Some plants that have coumarins include lavender, tonka beans, and yellow clovers.
Learn more about CoumarinHexyl Cinnamal is a fragrance ingredient with a similar scent to jasmine. It can be naturally found in chamomile essential oil.
This ingredient is a known EU allergen and may sensitize the skin. The EU requires this ingredient to be listed separately on an ingredients list.
Hexyl Cinnamal is not water soluble but is soluble in oils.
Learn more about Hexyl CinnamalLimonene 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 LinaloolParfum 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 ParfumWater. 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. Remember to stay hydrated!
Learn more about Water
