What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate
CleansingCocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingSodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Cleansing
Glycol Distearate
Emollient
Decyl Glucoside
CleansingSodium Cocoyl Glycinate
CleansingLinoleamidopropyl Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate
Coco-Glucoside
CleansingMaltooligosyl Glucoside
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate
HumectantBehenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Sunfloweroyl Methylglucamide
CleansingSorbitan Laurate
Emulsifying
Polyquaternium-47
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Polyaspartate
HumectantSorbeth-230 Tetraoleate
Emulsifying
Acrylates/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Copolymer
Parfum
Masking
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Limonene
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Water, Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Glycol Distearate, Decyl Glucoside, Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate, Linoleamidopropyl Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate, Coco-Glucoside, Maltooligosyl Glucoside, Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate, Behenyl Alcohol, Sunfloweroyl Methylglucamide, Sorbitan Laurate, Polyquaternium-47, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Polyaspartate, Sorbeth-230 Tetraoleate, Acrylates/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Copolymer, Parfum, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Benzoate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Limonene, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool, Citronellol
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingSodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
CleansingSodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate
CleansingPropanediol
Solvent
Coco-Betaine
CleansingAcrylates Copolymer
Honey
Humectant
Hydrogenated Castor Oil/Sebacic Acid Copolymer
Emollient
Yeast Extract
Skin Conditioning
Octyldodecyl Citrate Crosspolymer
HumectantHydroxypropylgluconamide
HumectantHydroxypropylammonium Gluconate
HumectantGuar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningPhenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Glycol Distearate
Emollient
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Cleansing
PEG-150 Distearate
Emulsifying
Polyquaternium-7
Silica
Abrasive
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Tartaric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingSodium Chloride
Masking
BHT
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
Limonene
Perfuming
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Tetrasodium EDTA
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate, Propanediol, Coco-Betaine, Acrylates Copolymer, Honey, Hydrogenated Castor Oil/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Yeast Extract, Octyldodecyl Citrate Crosspolymer, Hydroxypropylgluconamide, Hydroxypropylammonium Gluconate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Phenyl Trimethicone, Caprylyl Glycol, Panthenol, Polysorbate 20, Glycol Distearate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, PEG-150 Distearate, Polyquaternium-7, Silica, Butylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Tartaric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Chloride, BHT, Parfum, Limonene, Benzyl Salicylate, Linalool, Tetrasodium EDTA, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, Mica, CI 77891
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Glycol Distearate serves as a pearlizing or opacifying agent in cosmetic products.
It's often included in cleansers and haircare products to give them a lustrous or shimmering appearance.
It is derived from stearic acid, a natural fatty acid commonly found in vegetable oils and animal fats.
Glycol Distearate isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Glycol DistearateLimonene 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 LinaloolParfum 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 ParfumSodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateSodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideThis gentle cleansing and foaming ingredient is known for leaving a smooth feeling in skin and hair. It is made using coconut oil.
According to the manufacturer, it is soluble in water and has resistance to hard water, acid, and alkali.
Due to its coconut base, it may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Sodium Methyl Cocoyl TaurateWater. 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
