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What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Skin ConditioningPolybutene
Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/Hexastearate/Hexarosinate
Skin ConditioningPentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
EmollientDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingSynthetic Beeswax
Emulsion StabilisingCandelilla Cera
EmollientOzokerite
Emulsion StabilisingRicinus Communis Seed Oil
MaskingSilica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientCyclopentasiloxane
EmollientPolyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
EmulsifyingHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantParfum
MaskingDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingPEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin ConditioningCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantTalc
AbrasivePropylene Carbonate
SolventStearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingMenthol
MaskingTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantMenthyl Lactate
MaskingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningBrassica Campestris Seed Oil
Skin ConditioningOryza Sativa Germ Oil
EmollientPrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin ConditioningVitis Vinifera Seed Oil
EmollientButyrospermum Parkii Oil
EmollientCamellia Japonica Seed Oil
EmollientGevuina Avellana Seed Oil
Skin ConditioningLimnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin ConditioningMacadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
EmollientOenothera Biennis Oil
EmollientPersea Gratissima Oil
Skin ConditioningRosa Canina Fruit Oil
EmollientSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
EmollientPhytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Polybutene, Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/Hexastearate/Hexarosinate, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Diisostearyl Malate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Synthetic Beeswax, Candelilla Cera, Ozokerite, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Phenoxyethanol, CI 77499, Parfum, Disteardimonium Hectorite, PEG-10 Dimethicone, CI 15850, CI 77491, CI 77492, Talc, Propylene Carbonate, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Menthol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Menthyl Lactate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Brassica Campestris Seed Oil, Oryza Sativa Germ Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii Oil, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Gevuina Avellana Seed Oil, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Persea Gratissima Oil, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Trimethyl Pentaphenyl Trisiloxane
EmollientVp/Hexadecene Copolymer
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientTrimethylsiloxyphenyl Dimethicone
Hydrogenated Styrene/Methylstyrene/Indene Copolymer
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPolybutene
Diphenyl Dimethicone
EmollientDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingDilinoleic Acid/Butanediol Copolymer
Polyethylene
AbrasiveDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientPolyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
EmulsifyingCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantParfum
MaskingCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantPolyglyceryl-2 Diisostearate
EmulsifyingTrimethyl Pentaphenyl Trisiloxane, Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Trimethylsiloxyphenyl Dimethicone, Hydrogenated Styrene/Methylstyrene/Indene Copolymer, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polybutene, Diphenyl Dimethicone, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Dilinoleic Acid/Butanediol Copolymer, Polyethylene, Diisostearyl Malate, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, CI 77492, Parfum, CI 77891, CI 77499, CI 77491, CI 15850, Polyglyceryl-2 Diisostearate
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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.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (aka MCT Oil) is a lightweight emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping to prevent moisture loss.
Though it behaves like an oil, it is not technically one due to its chemical composition. One perk of this ingredient is that 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. Just 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.
This ingredient is treated as the gold standard fungal acne safe oil. Even though it is coconut derived, the problematic lauric acid is stripped out.
This leaves just caprylic (C8) and capric (C10) acid. These chain lengths actually trend antifungal; a 2020 study found caprylic acid was enough to disrupt Malassezia furfur cell membrane, with a caprylic acid derivative damaging membrane structures at concentrations as low as 0.2%.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCi 15850 is the pigment color red. It is an azo dye and created synthetically.
Azo dyes need to be thoroughly purified before use. This allows them to be more stable and longer-lasting.
This ingredient is common in foundations, lipsticks, and blushes. This color is described as brown/orangey red.
It has many secondary names such as Red 6 and Red 7. According to a manufacturer, Red 6 usually contains aluminum.
Learn more about CI 15850Ci 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77491 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77491CI 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created CI 77492 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77492Ci 77499 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It is created from mixing red and black iron oxides. This helps give shades of darkness to a product.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Diisostearyl Malate is an emollient and most often used in lip products. It comes from isostearyl alcohol, a fatty acid, and malic acid, an AHA.
As an emollient, Diisostearyl Malate helps create a thin film on your skin to trap moisture in. This helps keep your skin soft and smooth.
Disteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.
It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.
Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.
Learn more about Disteardimonium HectoriteParfum 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 ParfumPolybutene is used to help control the viscosity of a product. This just means it helps adjusts the texture.
It is a polymer and does not get absorbed into the skin due to its large size.
Studies found this ingredient did not irritate skin in concentrations below 15%.
Learn more about PolybutenePolyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate is a plant-derived emulsifier and pigment-dispersing agent with a non-sticky skin feel.
It helps products glide on smoothly and prevents oil and water from separating in a formula, making it suitable for sunscreen and makeup formulations.
The EU inventory of cosmetics has no use restrictions on this ingredient and it is considered well-tolerated.
This ingredient may not be fungal acne safe because it is derived from isostearic acid.
Learn more about Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate