What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
EmollientIsopropyl Palmitate
EmollientPentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
EmollientC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
EmollientPEG-8 Isostearate
EmulsifyingDextrin Palmitate/Ethylhexanoate
EmulsifyingWater
Skin ConditioningC12-15 Alcohols
EmollientParfum
MaskingGlyceryl Behenate/Eicosadioate
EmollientButylene Glycol
HumectantMentha Arvensis Leaf Extract
MaskingPropanediol
SolventHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
HumectantCocos Nucifera Oil
Masking1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
EmollientCentella Asiatica Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialDisodium EDTA
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientRosa Canina Flower Oil
EmollientLavandula Angustifolia Oil
MaskingCitrus Aurantifolia Oil
CleansingRubus Idaeus Seed Oil
EmollientVaccinium Macrocarpon Seed Oil
Skin ConditioningUndaria Pinnatifida Extract
Skin ConditioningPentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, PEG-8 Isostearate, Dextrin Palmitate/Ethylhexanoate, Water, C12-15 Alcohols, Parfum, Glyceryl Behenate/Eicosadioate, Butylene Glycol, Mentha Arvensis Leaf Extract, Propanediol, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Cocos Nucifera Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Centella Asiatica Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Disodium EDTA, Caprylyl Glycol, Rosa Canina Flower Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Citrus Aurantifolia Oil, Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil, Vaccinium Macrocarpon Seed Oil, Undaria Pinnatifida Extract
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
HumectantCaprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
CleansingLauryl Glucoside
CleansingLauryl Betaine
CleansingPropanediol
SolventDisodium Cocoyl Glutamate
CleansingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCitric Acid
BufferingParfum
MaskingSodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
CleansingPotassium Cocoyl Glycinate
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningSodium Chloride
MaskingDisodium EDTA
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
HumectantArginine
MaskingAspartic Acid
MaskingGlutamic Acid
HumectantTetrasodium EDTA
Tocopherol
AntioxidantUndaria Pinnatifida Extract
Skin ConditioningWater, Glycerin, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Lauryl Glucoside, Lauryl Betaine, Propanediol, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Parfum, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Chloride, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Arginine, Aspartic Acid, Glutamic Acid, Tetrasodium EDTA, Tocopherol, Undaria Pinnatifida Extract
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.Ā
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 preservativesĀ
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid is a form of hyaluronic acid. It is created by the hydrolysis of hyaluronic acid with a high molecular weight. Once created, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid has a low molecular weight.
Low molecular weight HA has been shown to hydrate and increase elasticity of the skin. Increasing elasticity is also associated with reduction of wrinkle depth.
One study found topical low molecular weight hyaluronic acid may be considered for the treatment of rosacea in the adult population. However, we always recommend speaking with a professional about your skin concerns.
Hyaluronic acids are a humectant. This means they draw moisture from the air. Hyaluronic acids help moisturize, soothe, and protect the skin.
Read more about other common forms of hyaluronic acid:
Learn more about Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidParfum 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 āFRAGRANCEā or āPARFUMā 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 ParfumPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Ā
Itās often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolUndaria Pinnatifida Extract comes from a kelp native to the northern Pacific Ocean. It is more commonly known as "wakame".
This kelp contains fatty acids, sodium, calcium, iodine, thiamine, and niacin. Studies show a polysaccharide known as fucoidan exhibits strong antioxidant activities. Fucoidan can be found in the cell walls of many species of brown seaweed.
Wakame prefers cold and temperate oceans. It is used in Japanese and Korean cuisine (yummy!).
Learn more about Undaria Pinnatifida 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. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about Water