What's inside
What's inside
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Hydrofluorocarbon 152a
Isobutane
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Oryza Sativa Starch
AbsorbentPropane
Hydroxypropylcellulose
EmulsifyingMicrocrystalline Cellulose
AbsorbentDipropylene Glycol
HumectantCetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingPentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
Solvent
Citronellyl Methylcrotonate
Masking
Cellulose
Absorbent
Water
Skin ConditioningFurcellaria Lumbricalis Extract
Skin ConditioningZeolite
AbsorbentEthylcellulose
C12-15 Alketh-7
EmulsifyingParfum
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningLimonene
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Methyldihydrojasmonate
MaskingEthyl Linalool
Masking
Pentadecalactone
Masking
Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil
Masking
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Masking
Amyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Hydrofluorocarbon 152a, Isobutane, Alcohol Denat., Oryza Sativa Starch, Propane, Hydroxypropylcellulose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Dipropylene Glycol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Caprylyl Glycol, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Pentylene Glycol, Propanediol, Citronellyl Methylcrotonate, Cellulose, Water, Furcellaria Lumbricalis Extract, Zeolite, Ethylcellulose, C12-15 Alketh-7, Parfum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Limonene, Citronellol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Salicylate, Citral, Methyldihydrojasmonate, Ethyl Linalool, Pentadecalactone, Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Amyl Salicylate
Butane
Disiloxane
Skin Conditioning
Water
Skin ConditioningPropane
Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit/Seed Oil
Antimicrobial
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningBehentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Cinnamidopropyltrimonium Chloride
Oleth-10
EmulsifyingGlycerin
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCeresin
Emulsion StabilisingPolyquaternium-11
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Coumarin
Perfuming
Butane, Disiloxane, Water, Propane, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit/Seed Oil, Cetearyl Alcohol, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Behentrimonium Chloride, Cetrimonium Chloride, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Phenyl Trimethicone, Cinnamidopropyltrimonium Chloride, Oleth-10, Glycerin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ceresin, Polyquaternium-11, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Benzyl Benzoate, Hydroxycitronellal, Limonene, Citronellol, Coumarin
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 a preservative, antimicrobial, and emulsifier. It is often used in cosmetics for its ability to cleanse, condition, and reduce static.
Cetrimonium chloride is a quaternary ammonium salt, meaning it has a water-soluble structure.
Citronellol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is often derived from plants such as roses. In fact, it can be found in many essential oils including geranium, lavender, neroli, and more. The scent of Citronellol is often described as "fresh, grassy, and citrus-like".
Since the Citronellol molecule is already unstable, Citronellol becomes irritating on the skin when exposed to air.
Citronellol is a modified terpene. Terpenes are unsaturated hydrocarbons found in plants. They make up the primary part of essential oils.
Citronellol is not able to be absorbed into deeper layers of the skin. It has low permeability,
Citronellol is also a natural insect repellent.
Learn more about CitronellolEthylhexylglycerin 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 LimoneneParfum 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 ParfumPropane is a gas derived from petroleum and natural gas. In cosmetics, its only used as an aerosol propellant (it pushes your product out of the can when you press the nozzle).
That's why you'll find it in hair sprays, dry shampoos, deodorants, mousses, shaving foams, and sunscreen sprays.
It is volatile, meaning it only remains on skin for less than 10 seconds before evaporating. It doesn't really linger long enough on skin to act as a skincare ingredient in any meaningful way.
Hairspray concentrations are between 6-17%.
The CIR Expert Panel concluded it to be safe as a cosmetic ingredient under present concentration and usage.
Learn more about PropaneWater. 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
