What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
Cleansing
Coco-Betaine
Cleansing
Glycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Decyl Glucoside
Cleansing
Cocamide Mea
Emulsifying
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Methylpropanediol
SolventCynanchum Atratum Extract
Skin ConditioningGuar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Disodium EDTA
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningArginine
Masking
Leucine
Skin ConditioningTryptophan
MaskingLysine
Skin ConditioningIsoleucine
Skin ConditioningThreonine
Methionine
Skin ConditioningHistidine
Humectant
Asparagine
MaskingAlanine
Masking
Proline
Skin Conditioning
Glutamic Acid
Humectant
Glutamine
Skin ConditioningGlycine
Buffering
Valine
MaskingPhenylalanine
Masking
Aspartic Acid
Masking
Tyrosine
MaskingSerine
Masking
Cystine
MaskingRehmannia Glutinosa Root Extract
Skin ConditioningCornus Officinalis Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningDioscorea Japonica Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Alisma Orientale Tuber Extract
Skin ConditioningPoria Cocos Sclerotium Extract
AstringentPaeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract
Skin ProtectingHamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract
CleansingMelissa Officinalis Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMentha Piperita Extract
CleansingLavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract
Cleansing
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Glycine Max Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningZingiber Officinale Root Extract
Masking
Curcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Chlorophyllin-Copper Complex
Antioxidant
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Parfum
Masking
Water, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Coco-Betaine, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Decyl Glucoside, Cocamide Mea, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Methylpropanediol, Cynanchum Atratum Extract, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Panthenol, Salicylic Acid, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Niacinamide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Arginine, Leucine, Tryptophan, Lysine, Isoleucine, Threonine, Methionine, Histidine, Asparagine, Alanine, Proline, Glutamic Acid, Glutamine, Glycine, Valine, Phenylalanine, Aspartic Acid, Tyrosine, Serine, Cystine, Rehmannia Glutinosa Root Extract, Cornus Officinalis Fruit Extract, Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract, Alisma Orientale Tuber Extract, Poria Cocos Sclerotium Extract, Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract, Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract, Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract, Mentha Piperita Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract, Glycine Max Seed Extract, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Chlorophyllin-Copper Complex, Benzyl Benzoate, Limonene, Linalool, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Cleansing
Sodium Chloride
MaskingCaprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
CleansingLauryl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingSuccinic Acid
BufferingGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Caffeine
Skin Conditioning
Trihydroxystearin
Skin Conditioning
Salicylic Acid
Masking
PPG-3 Caprylyl Ether
SolventPiroctone Olamine
Preservative
Menthol
Masking
Climbazole
Antimicrobial
Mentha Piperita Oil
Masking
Hydroxypropyl Guar
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Sodium Citrate
BufferingIllicium Verum Fruit/Seed Oil
Masking
Polyquaternium-22
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Juniperus Virginiana Oil
Masking
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantSodium Metaphosphate
BufferingDextrin
AbsorbentEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil
Masking
Mentha Arvensis Leaf Extract
MaskingEucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
Perfuming
Ocimum Basilicum Oil
Masking
Propanediol
Solvent
Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil
Masking
Viola Odorata Leaf Extract
MaskingCentella Asiatica Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Disodium EDTA
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Camellia Sinensis Seed Extract
Humectant
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Water, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Sodium Chloride, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Lauryl Hydroxysultaine, Succinic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, Caffeine, Trihydroxystearin, Salicylic Acid, PPG-3 Caprylyl Ether, Piroctone Olamine, Menthol, Climbazole, Mentha Piperita Oil, Hydroxypropyl Guar, Sodium Benzoate, Cetyl Alcohol, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Citrate, Illicium Verum Fruit/Seed Oil, Polyquaternium-22, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Juniperus Virginiana Oil, Dipropylene Glycol, Sodium Metaphosphate, Dextrin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Butylene Glycol, Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil, Mentha Arvensis Leaf Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Ocimum Basilicum Oil, Propanediol, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil, Viola Odorata Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopherol, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Glycerin, Camellia Sinensis Seed Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Phytosphingosine, Ceramide NP
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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.
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 GlycolDisodium EDTA is a chelating agent. It grabs onto and deactivates metal ions that sneak into your products from water, packaging, or air.
This ingredient mainly works behind the scenes and helps with:
On top of that, this ingredient can counteract the effects of hard water by binding to the minerals in it.
One thing worth knowing is that Disodium EDTA has been shown to be a mild penetration enhancer. It can help other ingredients absorb into skin more effectively which can be a double-edged sword (great for actives, but can also make the active too strong if you have sensitive skin).
Clinical patch testing showed no significant skin irritation at typical use concentrations and minimal dermal absorption.
You'll most likely see this ingredient near the end of an ingredient list. It's typically found in concentrations less than 1%.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAEthylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Learn more about EthylhexylglycerinGlycerin (or glycerol) is a compound naturally found in your skin. It's a powerhouse humectant that pulls water into the stratum corneum.
Topically, glycerin does several things at once:
Your skin makes glycerin on its own (mostly from sebaceous oil breakdown) and shuttles it to your outermost layer of skin, or your epidermis, via aquaporin-3.
Aquaporin-3 is a transporter that is essential for normal skin hydration, elasticity, and repair. Interestingly, mice lacking in AQP3 have dry and less elastic skin that can be fully corrected with glycerin.
This ingredient is non-irritating, plays well with almost every ingredient, and works across all skin types. Typical use is anywhere between 3-10% but can go up to 79% in some leave-on products.
Just know very high concentrations (>40%) can feel tacky in low humidity.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinSalicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is a well-known ingredient for treating skin that struggles with acne and clogged pores. It exfoliates both the skin's surface and deep within the pores to help clear out buildup, control oil, and reduce inflammation.
Unlike AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids), salicylic acid is oil-soluble. This allows it to penetrate into pores which makes it especially effective for treating blackheads and preventing future breakouts.
Salicylic acid is also known for its soothing properties. It has a similar structure to aspirin and can calm inflamed or irritated skin, making it a good option for acne-prone skin that is also sensitive.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing this ingredient into your routine.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun sensitivity, itβs still important to wear sunscreen daily to protect your skin.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidWater. 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
