What's inside
What's inside
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningParaffin
Skin Conditioning
Copernicia Cerifera Cera
Emollient
Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Steareth-20
CleansingAcacia Senegal Gum
MaskingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Glycerin
Humectant
Steareth-2
EmulsifyingCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingHydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Sodium Polymethacrylate
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Chloride
MaskingSodium Bicarbonate
Abrasive
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Phenethyl Alcohol
MaskingPEG/PPG-17/18 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Poloxamer 188
EmulsifyingPolyquaternium-10
Silica
Abrasive
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
2-Oleamido-1,3-Octadecanediol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Disodium EDTA
Potassium Phosphate
BufferingPotassium Chloride
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77510
Cosmetic ColorantMica
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Paraffin, Copernicia Cerifera Cera, Beeswax, Steareth-20, Acacia Senegal Gum, Butylene Glycol, Alcohol Denat., Glycerin, Steareth-2, Cetyl Alcohol, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Sodium Polymethacrylate, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Bicarbonate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Phenethyl Alcohol, PEG/PPG-17/18 Dimethicone, Poloxamer 188, Polyquaternium-10, Silica, Pentylene Glycol, Propylene Glycol, 2-Oleamido-1,3-Octadecanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Potassium Phosphate, Potassium Chloride, CI 77491, CI 77499, CI 77492, CI 77007, CI 77891, CI 77510, Mica
Petroleum Distillates
SolventC8-9 Isoparaffin
Solvent
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingBeeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Copernicia Cerifera Cera
Emollient
Synthetic Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Water
Skin ConditioningParaffin
Skin Conditioning
Allyl Stearate/Va Copolymer
Propylene Carbonate
SolventOryza Sativa
Oryza Sativa Starch
AbsorbentPolyvinyl Laurate
Sodium Polymethacrylate
Emulsion StabilisingPolyquaternium-10
Methylparaben
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Butylparaben
Masking
Isobutylparaben
Antimicrobial
Ethylparaben
Preservative
Propylparaben
Preservative
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantMica
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77742
Cosmetic ColorantCI 75470
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77288
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77289
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77510
Cosmetic ColorantPetroleum Distillates, C8-9 Isoparaffin, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Beeswax, Copernicia Cerifera Cera, Synthetic Beeswax, Water, Paraffin, Allyl Stearate/Va Copolymer, Propylene Carbonate, Oryza Sativa, Oryza Sativa Starch, Polyvinyl Laurate, Sodium Polymethacrylate, Polyquaternium-10, Methylparaben, Phenoxyethanol, Butylparaben, Isobutylparaben, Ethylparaben, Propylparaben, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 77491, CI 77007, CI 77891, Mica, CI 77742, CI 75470, CI 77288, CI 77289, CI 77510
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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.
Beeswax is natural wax produced by honey bees to build their honeycomb.
Because it forms a protective layer on your skin, it can help lock in moisture and reduce water loss. It is also widely used as a thickener and emulsifier in lip balms and lotions. Research suggests beeswax containing moisturizers can support skin barrier integrity.
In comedogenic testing, Beeswax scored a 0-2, which is on the low end. Whether or not a product clogs your pores really comes down to the formula as a whole (not any single ingredient on its own).
Cera Alba is the white, bleached form of this ingredient.
Just so you know, beeswax is not vegan since it is animal-derived. It cannot be removed with water, but can be taken off with an oil cleanser.
People with a known Propolis allergy also report to have reactions from beeswax.
Beeswax's wax esters are derived primarily from palmitic and oleic acid (C16 and C18:1). Both of these fall within the C11-C24 feeding window.
The Malassezia yeast can potentially cleave these esters and release usable fatty acids, so this ingredient may not be fungal acne safe. However, not everyone will react to this ingredient.
Learn more about BeeswaxThis pigment is called Ultramarine blue lazurite. It gives a saturated blue color, but can be used to create other colors as well.
According to the manufacturer, it is usually made from kaolin, sodium sulfate, sodium carbonate, sulfur, and charcoal.
Ci 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.
This ingredient is used to impart a blue color. It is not water-soluble.
It goes by two different names:
1. Ferric Ferrocyanide: a synthetic dark blue pigment
2. Ferric Ammonium Ferrocyanide: a synthetic blue pigment, also called Prussian blue
In the EU, both of these colors must be labeled as 'CI 77510'.
Learn more about CI 77510Ci 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 77891This ingredient comes from a palm tree native to Brazil. This ingredient is used to thicken texture and leaves behind a film when applied.
Mica is a naturally occurring mineral used to add shimmer and color in cosmetics. It can also help improve the texture of a product or give it an opaque, white/silver color.
Serecite is the name for very fine but ragged grains of mica.
This ingredient is often coated with metal oxides like titanium dioxide. Trace amounts of heavy metals may be found in mica, but these metals are not harmful in our personal products.
Mica has been used since prehistoric times throughout the world. Ancient Egyptian, Indian, Greek, Roman, Aztec, and Chinese civilizations have used mica.
Learn more about MicaParaffin is a solid wax that pulls its weight as an emollient, occlusive, and consistency-booster.
It softens skin and lays down a protective film to slow water loss and gives products a stable body and structure.
The cosmetic grade stuff is highly refined with a solid safety record. The CIR Expert Panel has repeatedly reaffirmed this ingredient to be safe in current practices of use and concentration.
The worry about carcinogenic compounds only applies to industrial grades, not the purified version used in skincare.
Despite its reputation, the highly reformed form is non-comedogenic and doesn't penetrate deeply into skin.
The good news for fungal-acne prone folks: the Malassezia yeast feeds on fatty acids and lipids and paraffin doesn't contain any of these (so there's nothing for the yeast to metabolize). This ingredient is considered fungal acne safe.
Learn more about ParaffinPolyquaternium-10 is an ammonium salt of hydroxyethylcellulose. It is a white and granular powder used as a film-former and anti-static agent.
This ingredient is commonly found in hair conditioning products. According to a manufacturer, its positive charge makes it great for absorbing hair proteins. The manufacturer also states this ingredient helps with curl retention.
For haircare friends: this ingredient is not a silicone.
Learn more about Polyquaternium-10We don't have a description for Sodium Polymethacrylate yet.
Water. 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!
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