What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDisodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate
CleansingLauryl Betaine
CleansingCocamide Mipa
EmulsifyingSodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingPotassium Cocoyl Glycinate
Glycol Distearate
EmollientPropylene Glycol Laurate
Skin ConditioningSodium Chloride
MaskingPolyquaternium-10
Potassium Cocoate
EmulsifyingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientCitric Acid
BufferingCharcoal Powder
AbrasivePropanediol
SolventTrihydroxystearin
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningIsopropanolamine
BufferingSea Water
HumectantKaolin
AbrasiveOnsen-Sui
Tocopherol
AntioxidantButylene Glycol
Humectant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningDipropylene Glycol
HumectantPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningLaminaria Japonica Extract
Skin ProtectingFucus Vesiculosus Extract
EmollientUndaria Pinnatifida Extract
Skin ConditioningChlorella Vulgaris Extract
Skin ConditioningSalicornia Herbacea Extract
Skin ConditioningPlankton Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Benzoate
MaskingHydroxyacetophenone
AntioxidantParfum
MaskingLinalool
PerfumingLimonene
PerfumingWater, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Lauryl Betaine, Cocamide Mipa, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate, Glycol Distearate, Propylene Glycol Laurate, Sodium Chloride, Polyquaternium-10, Potassium Cocoate, Caprylyl Glycol, Citric Acid, Charcoal Powder, Propanediol, Trihydroxystearin, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Isopropanolamine, Sea Water, Kaolin, Onsen-Sui, Tocopherol, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Dipropylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Fucus Vesiculosus Extract, Undaria Pinnatifida Extract, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Salicornia Herbacea Extract, Plankton Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Parfum, Linalool, Limonene
Water
Skin ConditioningCoco-Betaine
CleansingTea-Cocoyl Glutamate
CleansingDisodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate
CleansingSodium Cocoyl Alaninate
Sodium Chloride
MaskingCetyl Alcohol
EmollientPolyquaternium-10
Abies Sibirica Oil
MaskingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientPPG-3 Myristyl Ether
EmollientMenthol
MaskingCitrus Nobilis Peel Extract
MaskingPanthenol
Skin ConditioningSalicylic Acid
MaskingNiacinamide
SmoothingPentasodium Pentetate
Glycerin
HumectantButylene Glycol
HumectantCeramide AP
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCupressus Sempervirens Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningAcorus Calamus Root Extract
PerfumingMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract
PerfumingChamaecyparis Obtusa Water
MaskingPolygonum Multiflorum Root Extract
Skin ConditioningThymus Vulgaris Leaf Extract
Skin ProtectingPiroctone Olamine
PreservativeLimonene
PerfumingWater, Coco-Betaine, Tea-Cocoyl Glutamate, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate, Sodium Chloride, Cetyl Alcohol, Polyquaternium-10, Abies Sibirica Oil, Caprylyl Glycol, PPG-3 Myristyl Ether, Menthol, Citrus Nobilis Peel Extract, Panthenol, Salicylic Acid, Niacinamide, Pentasodium Pentetate, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Ceramide AP, 1,2-Hexanediol, Cupressus Sempervirens Leaf/Stem Extract, Acorus Calamus Root Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract, Chamaecyparis Obtusa Water, Polygonum Multiflorum Root Extract, Thymus Vulgaris Leaf Extract, Piroctone Olamine, Limonene
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolThis ingredient is a cleansing agent, surfactant, and foam booster. It considered an alternative to traditional sulfates (Sulfosuccinate) and is allowed in "sulfate-free" products.
According to a manufacturer, this ingredient is mild and can be used in baby and bath options.
Limonene 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 LimonenePolyquaternium-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-10Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideWater. 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