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Ingredients Side-by-side
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice 80%
Skin Conditioning
Propolis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Betaine
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningPortulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Psidium Guajava Fruit Extract
AstringentSchisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPerilla Ocymoides Leaf Extract
TonicAcorus Calamus Root Extract
Perfuming
Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingArginine
Masking
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice 80%, Propolis Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycerin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Betaine, Water, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Allantoin, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Psidium Guajava Fruit Extract, Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract, Perilla Ocymoides Leaf Extract, Acorus Calamus Root Extract, Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Arginine
Water
Skin ConditioningDipropylene Glycol
HumectantGlycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Betaine
Humectant
Polysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingArginine
Masking
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Bifida Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingCeramide AP
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningTuber Magnatum Extract
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Sodium Acetate
BufferingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Saccharide Isomerate
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentPolygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
Antioxidant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialCellulose
AbsorbentLavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract
Cleansing
Salvia Officinalis Extract
Antimicrobial
Olea Europaea Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Mentha Rotundifolia Leaf Extract
TonicMentha Piperita Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMelilotus Officinalis Extract
AstringentMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Jasminum Officinale Extract
Masking
Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Cymbopogon Citratus Extract
Skin ConditioningCalendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Masking
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
Masking
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Thymus Vulgaris Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningOriganum Vulgare Extract
Skin ConditioningArtemisia Vulgaris Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Citrate
BufferingHydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Parfum
Masking
Butylphenyl Methylpropional
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Betaine, Polysorbate 80, Chlorphenesin, Carbomer, Arginine, Allantoin, Bifida Ferment Lysate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Ceramide AP, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Pentylene Glycol, Tuber Magnatum Extract, Disodium EDTA, Centella Asiatica Extract, Sodium Acetate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Saccharide Isomerate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Cellulose, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract, Salvia Officinalis Extract, Olea Europaea Leaf Extract, Mentha Rotundifolia Leaf Extract, Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract, Melilotus Officinalis Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract, Jasminum Officinale Extract, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract, Cymbopogon Citratus Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Thymus Vulgaris Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Origanum Vulgare Extract, Artemisia Vulgaris Extract, Sodium Citrate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Citric Acid, Parfum, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Linalool, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene
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.
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 preservatives
Allantoin is a soothing ingredient known for its protective and moisturizingg properties. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.
Studies show higher concentrations of this ingredient can promote wound healing.
Though it can be derived from the comfrey plant, allantoin is produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Learn more about AllantoinArginine is an amino acid that is important for human development. Your body uses is it to produce hair keratin and skin collagen.
As a cosmetic ingredient, Arginine has antioxidant properties and can also help repair damaged skin. This ingredient is derived either synthetically or from animals.
Arginine isn't fungal acne safe when used in the presence of other lipids (fats, fatty acids, oils, esters, etc). Oils and fats occur naturally within the skin, so take caution when using Arginine if you're prone to fungal acne.
Learn more about ArginineBetaine is a common humectant (a substance that promotes retention of moisture). It's known to be gentle on the skin and can help balance hydration.
This ingredient is best for improving hydration and soothing irritated skin. Studies also show it helps even out skin tone.
Fun fact: Betaine is naturally created in the skin and body. The kind found within cosmetic products can be either plant-derived or synthetic.
Another name for betaine is trimethylglycine.
Learn more about BetaineButylene 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 GlycolGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinPentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can also help thicken or stabilize a product.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolWater. 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
