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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPolyalkylaminoester-1
Hydrolyzed Corn Starch
HumectantPvp
Emulsion StabilisingPolyacrylate-13
Sodium Citrate
BufferingPhospholipids
Skin Conditioning
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Propylene Glycol Dibenzoate
Skin ConditioningFructose
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Maltodextrin/Vp Copolymer
Myristyl Alcohol
Emollient
Polyporus Umbellatus Extract
Skin ProtectingAmaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPolyisobutene
PPG-2 Myristyl Ether Propionate
Emollient
Oleth-10
EmulsifyingParfum
Masking
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningLinalool
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Water, Polyalkylaminoester-1, Hydrolyzed Corn Starch, Pvp, Polyacrylate-13, Sodium Citrate, Phospholipids, Pentylene Glycol, Propylene Glycol Dibenzoate, Fructose, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glycerin, Maltodextrin/Vp Copolymer, Myristyl Alcohol, Polyporus Umbellatus Extract, Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract, Polysorbate 20, Xanthan Gum, Polyisobutene, PPG-2 Myristyl Ether Propionate, Oleth-10, Parfum, Hydroxyacetophenone, Ethylhexylglycerin, Linalool, Citronellol, Limonene, Citral
Water
Skin ConditioningCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Vp/Dmapa Acrylates Copolymer
Acrylates Copolymer
Polyimide-1
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Polyquaternium-70
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantStearalkonium Chloride
Preservative
PEG-12 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 17200
Cosmetic ColorantLinalool
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Coumarin
Perfuming
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Water, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Vp/Dmapa Acrylates Copolymer, Acrylates Copolymer, Polyimide-1, Polysorbate 20, Panthenol, Polyquaternium-70, Dipropylene Glycol, Stearalkonium Chloride, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Titanium Dioxide, CI 17200, Linalool, Hexyl Cinnamal, Citral, Limonene, Coumarin, Benzyl Salicylate, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Citral is the molecule responsible for the fresh lemon scent in lemon, lime, and lemongrass. It is a fragrance ingredient that can be created from plant essential oils or synthetically.
Though Citral has documented antimicrobial activity against acne bacteria (which is where the marketing claims about it being good for acne-prone skin originate), real formulas use it at fragrance-level concentrations under 1% so there's likely no skin benefit.
You should know this ingredient is a known EU fragrance allergen.
Animal studies classifies this ingredient as a weak-to-moderate skin sensitizer and clinical patch testing on eczema patients confirmed it to be both a contact allergen and irritant.
The term 'citral' is a collective term for two geometric isomers: geranial/Citral A and neral/Citral B.
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 CitralEthylhexylglycerin 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 EthylhexylglycerinLimonene 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 LimoneneLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolPolysorbate 20 is a gentle, water-soluble emulsifier and mild surfactant. It stops oil and water from separating to keep your formulas blended and stable.
It also acts as a mild penetration enhancer by helping active ingredients absorb slightly better.
The common safety discussion around this ingredient involves a manufacturing byproduct called 1,4-dioxane.
Trace amounts can form during production but the EU's Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety has concluded that levels at/below 10 ppm in finished products are safe (commercial products consistently fall within acceptable margins).
True allergic reactions are uncommon and the CIR Expert Panel has confirmed this ingredient to be safe as used in cosmetics.
Because it is derived from lauric acid, it may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 20Water. 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!
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