What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
EmollientGlycerin
HumectantCaprylyl Methicone
Skin ConditioningDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningDimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2
Absorbent1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCeteareth-20
CleansingCetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
EmulsifyingPolyglyceryl-10 Myristate
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
HumectantGlyceryl Stearate
EmollientPEG-100 Stearate
Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin ConditioningAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Polyacrylate-13
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPolyisobutene
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTrisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Hydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingPolysorbate 20
EmulsifyingAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientSorbitan Isostearate
EmulsifyingAmmonium Polyacrylate
StabilisingArginine
MaskingCeramide NP
Skin ConditioningCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeParfum
MaskingLinalool
PerfumingLimonene
PerfumingCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 17200
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Caprylyl Methicone, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Pentylene Glycol, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ceteareth-20, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Butylene Glycol, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Polyacrylate-13, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyisobutene, Ethylhexylglycerin, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Polysorbate 20, Aluminum Hydroxide, Sorbitan Isostearate, Ammonium Polyacrylate, Arginine, Ceramide NP, Carbomer, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Linalool, Limonene, CI 77891, CI 17200, CI 15985, CI 19140, CI 45410, CI 42090
Water
Skin ConditioningIsododecane
EmollientDimethicone
EmollientVinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Butylene Glycol
HumectantDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingTricalcium Phosphate
AbrasiveDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningSorbitan Isostearate
EmulsifyingLauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin ConditioningDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientDiglycerin
HumectantCetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
EmulsifyingStearyl Dimethicone
EmollientMagnesium Sulfate
Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin ConditioningPropylene Carbonate
SolventCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantPolyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
EmulsifyingOctadecene
SolventAcrylates/Polytrimethylsiloxymethacrylate Copolymer
Skin ConditioningCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantPolyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin ConditioningParfum
MaskingSorbitan Olivate
EmulsifyingSilica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantTriethoxycaprylylsilane
CI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantSorbitan Sesquioleate
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantTocopherol
AntioxidantPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
AntioxidantWater, Isododecane, Dimethicone, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Butylene Glycol, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Tricalcium Phosphate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Sorbitan Isostearate, Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Diisostearyl Malate, Diglycerin, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Stearyl Dimethicone, Magnesium Sulfate, Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone, Propylene Carbonate, CI 77891, CI 15850, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Octadecene, Acrylates/Polytrimethylsiloxymethacrylate Copolymer, CI 19140, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Parfum, Sorbitan Olivate, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, CI 77491, CI 15985, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, CI 45410, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Ethylhexylglycerin, CI 42090, Tocopherol, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
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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 GlycolThis ingredient is a high molecular weight silicone. It has emulsifying and skin conditioning properties.
Ci 15985 is a dye made from petroleum. It is synthetically created and approved by the FDA for use in foods and cosmetics.
The color of this dye is orange/yellow.
This ingredient can be found in makeup, sun care, and skincare.
Learn more about CI 15985CI 19140 is also known as Tartrazine. Tartrazine is a synthetic dye used in cosmetics, foods, and medicine to add a yellow color.
Tartrazine is created from petroleum and is water-soluble.
Some people may experience allergies from this dye, especially asthmatics and those with an aspirin intolerance.
Learn more about CI 19140Ci 42090 is a synthetic dye created from petroleum. It is used to give a bright blue color to cosmetics, medicine, and food.
CI 45410 is a synthetic red-pigment and dye.
It often goes by both Red 28 or Red 27; manufacturers label both ingredients as CI 45410.
This dye is commonly found in makeup because it imparts a vivid color. Some types of this dye change color based on pH level and interaction with moisture:
Your skin has a natural pH of around 4.5 - 5.5.
According to the FDA, CI 45410 is not permitted for use in eye products.
Red 27 is a flourescein dye and commonly used as a fluorescent tracer in medicine.
Learn more about CI 45410Ci 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 77891Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeThis ingredient is a silicone used to improve the texture of products and absorb oil. It does not get absorbed into the skin.
Like other silicones, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer helps condition the skin by creating a barrier. In this sense, it can act as an emollient and trap moisture in.
This ingredient is a type of elastomer.
Learn more about Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone CrosspolymerDiphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone is a silicone. It has a high refractive index and adds shine to formulations.
According to the safety review by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel, it is safe for use in cosmetics under the current practices and concentrations.
Ethylhexylglycerin (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.
Parfum 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 “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” 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 ParfumSorbitan Isostearate is an emulsifer and cleaning agent. It is created from isostearic acid and sorbitol.
As an emulsifier, Sorbitan Isostearate prevents oils and water from separating.
Due to its isostearic acid base, it may not be safe for Malassezia or fungal acne.
Learn more about Sorbitan IsostearateWater. 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