What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientPhytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin)
EmollientPolybutene
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion StabilisingButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Euphorbia Cerifera Cera
Astringent
Sucrose Tetrastearate Triacetate
Emollient
Hydrogenated Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
EmollientEthylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantAstrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter
Emollient
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Aroma
Polyglyceryl-2 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Dehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Methicone
Emollient
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Emulsifying
CI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantPolyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Water
Skin ConditioningPotassium Alginate
Emulsion StabilisingPropanediol
Solvent
Glycerin
Humectant
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract
Astringent
Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Extract
AstringentFragaria Ananassa Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Rubus Idaeus Extract
Skin ProtectingSapindus Mukorossi Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningVaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract
Skin Protecting
Rubus Chamaemorus Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningCoffea Arabica Seed Extract
Masking
Chenopodium Quinoa Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningMagnesium Sulfate
Calcium Chloride
AstringentSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Manganese Sulfate
Skin Conditioning
Zinc Sulfate
Antimicrobial
Ascorbyl Glucoside
Antioxidant
Diisostearyl Malate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Polybutene, Microcrystalline Wax, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Synthetic Wax, Euphorbia Cerifera Cera, Sucrose Tetrastearate Triacetate, Hydrogenated Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Mica, Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter, Titanium Dioxide, Dimethicone, Aroma, Polyglyceryl-2 Diisostearate, Dehydroacetic Acid, Methicone, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, CI 15985, CI 15850, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Water, Potassium Alginate, Propanediol, Glycerin, Alcohol, Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract, Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Extract, Fragaria Ananassa Fruit Extract, Rubus Idaeus Extract, Sapindus Mukorossi Fruit Extract, Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract, Rubus Chamaemorus Seed Extract, Coffea Arabica Seed Extract, Chenopodium Quinoa Seed Extract, Magnesium Sulfate, Calcium Chloride, Sodium Hyaluronate, Beta-Glucan, Manganese Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Ascorbyl Glucoside
Polyisobutene
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Emulsifying
Ozokerite
Emulsion StabilisingRicinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate
EmollientSorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Cetearyl Olivate
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Water
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emollient
Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil
Humectant
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Honey Extract
Humectant
Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Extract
AstringentFragaria Chiloensis Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract
AstringentMorus Nigra Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningRubus Fruticosus Fruit Extract
AstringentRibes Nigrum Fruit Extract
Astringent
Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract
Skin Protecting
Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningEuterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Parfum
Masking
Polyisobutene, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Ozokerite, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Water, Panthenol, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Honey Extract, Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract, Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Extract, Fragaria Chiloensis Fruit Extract, Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract, Morus Nigra Fruit Extract, Rubus Fruticosus Fruit Extract, Ribes Nigrum Fruit Extract, Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract, Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Parfum
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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 ingredient is also known as shea butter. It is a plant-derived extract from the nuts of the Africa shea tree and one of the most well-studied emollients.
Because it has a high concentration of fatty acids (primarily oleic, stearic, and linoleic) it is able to form a protective barrier on the skin's surface. This helps seal in moisture and prevents transepidermal water loss (TEWL).
In vitro research found an increase in skin hydration by 58% and a decrease in TEWL by 37.8% after 24 hours of applying this ingredient (pretty impressive for a single ingredient!).
Besides hydration, shea butter also contains triterpenes that have anti-inflammatory potential. In particule, lupeol cinnamate has shown the highest anti-inflammatory activity in vivo.
Shea butter also contains vitamins A and E which may contribute to antioxidant activity.
While Shea Butter has an SPF rating of about 3-4, it is not a sunscreen replacement.
This ingredient may not be fungal acne safe because its fatty acids fall within the C11-C24 range that the Malassezia yeast can metabolize.
Learn more about Butyrospermum Parkii ButterThis ingredient is a form of glycerin with emulsifying and emollient properties.
As an emulsifier, this ingredient helps keep products together while adding a thick texture. The manufacturer states this ingredient has emollient properties. Emollients help keep the skin hydrated by trapping moisture in.
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate is created by reacting diglycerin and isostearic acid. Due to the isostearic acid base, it may not be safe for Malassezia or fungal acne.
Learn more about Polyglyceryl-2 TriisostearateSodium Hyaluronate is the salt form of hyaluronic acid. It is a long sugar chain that is naturally found in your skin, joints, and connective tissue that maintains hydration and elasticity.
In skincare, it works as a humectant. It pulls water from the environment and deeper layers of skin and binds it to the surface.
Interestingly, the size of the molecule affects its behavior:
Some clinical evidence links low molecular weight versions to improved wrinkle depth, elasticity, anti-inflammatory effects, and barrier repair.
Many serums use a blend of both weights so you can get surface hydration plus longer-lasting and deeper effects.
You'll typically see concentrations between 0.1-2% for this ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateThis extract comes from the blueberry native to North America. It has great antioxidant and skin soothing properties.
The antioxidant properties from blueberries come from its polyphenolic and vitamin C content. Polyphenols are a compound famous for their antioxidant properties and are commonly found in fruits.
A 2023 study found blueberries to protect skin from UV-B related inflammation. However, this ingredient should not replace your sunscreen.
Learn more about Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit ExtractVaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Extract comes from the cranberry fruit. Vaccinium Macrocarpon is the North American species of cranberries native to eastern Canada.
As an astringent, cranberry extract helps tighten the pores by constricting the cells.
Cranberries contain Vitamin E and Vitamin C, both potent antioxidants. It also contains minerals such as manganese and copper.
Learn more about Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit ExtractWater. 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
