What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine
EmulsifyingCocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Behentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Paraffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Hydroxyethyl Ethylcellulose
EmulsifyingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Amodimethicone
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantPolyurethane-39
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
PEG-45m
HumectantPrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Potassium Chloride
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
PEG-7 Propylheptyl Ether
Emulsion StabilisingMagnesium Nitrate
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Silica
Abrasive
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Dehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Methylchloroisothiazolinone
Preservative
Magnesium Chloride
Methylisothiazolinone
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningAvena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
BHT
Antioxidant
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Honey
Humectant
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialBenzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Cinnamal
Perfuming
Eugenol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
CI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Cetearyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Lactic Acid, Behentrimonium Chloride, Paraffinum Liquidum, Hydroxyethyl Ethylcellulose, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Amodimethicone, Dipropylene Glycol, Polyurethane-39, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Disodium EDTA, PEG-45m, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Potassium Chloride, Cetrimonium Chloride, PEG-7 Propylheptyl Ether, Magnesium Nitrate, Sodium Chloride, Silica, Benzoic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Dehydroacetic Acid, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Magnesium Chloride, Methylisothiazolinone, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, BHT, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Sodium Benzoate, Honey, Potassium Sorbate, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Benzyl Benzoate, Cinnamal, Eugenol, Limonene, CI 19140, CI 15985
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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 water-soluble silicone is used for its hydrating and softening properties. It is used to add a silky feel to skincare products and has great benefits for haircare.
In haircare, this ingredient:
- Adds shine
- Protects color
- Offers thermal protection
- Boosts hair strength
- Does not build up as easily
This ingredient is a preservative and often used for it's anti-static properties. You'll most likely see this ingredient in hair conditioners.
It does not cause irritation or sensitization in leave-on products at 1-5%.
Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholThis ingredient is a preservative, antimicrobial, and emulsifier. It is often used in cosmetics for its ability to cleanse, condition, and reduce static.
Cetrimonium chloride is a quaternary ammonium salt, meaning it has a water-soluble structure.
Parfum 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. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about Water
