What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Hydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientSorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Zingiber Officinale Root Extract
Masking
Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningHydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Coptis Japonica Root Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPropolis Wax
EmollientChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Dimethicone
Emollient
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
Solvent
PEG-100 Stearate
Oligopeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Lactobacillus Ferment Filtrate
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Cetearyl Olivate
Myristyl Alcohol
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Arginine
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Disodium EDTA
Water, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Cyclopentasiloxane, Polysorbate 60, Niacinamide, Cyclohexasiloxane, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Cetyl Alcohol, Panthenol, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Coptis Japonica Root Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Asiaticoside, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Propolis Wax, Chlorphenesin, Dimethicone, Stearyl Alcohol, Sorbitan Olivate, Sodium Polyacrylate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Propanediol, PEG-100 Stearate, Oligopeptide-1, Lactobacillus Ferment Filtrate, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetearyl Olivate, Myristyl Alcohol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ascorbic Acid, Parfum, Citric Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Arginine, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium EDTA
Sea Silt Extract
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Squalane
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Octyldodecanol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate Citrate
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Unsaponifiables
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningMicrocrystalline Cellulose
AbsorbentAvena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Platonia Insignis Seed Butter
EmollientGluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Saccharide Isomerate
Humectant
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingBuddleja Davidii Meristem Cell Culture
Skin ConditioningPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Cellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Epilobium Angustifolium Extract
Skin ConditioningAchillea Millefolium Extract
CleansingUrtica Dioica Extract
AstringentPropanediol
Solvent
Tremella Fuciformis Polysaccharide
Emulsion Stabilising
Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Extract
Skin ProtectingCalcium Gluconate
HumectantSucrose
Humectant
Citronellol
Perfuming
Sodium Citrate
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Kappaphycus Alvarezii Extract
Skin ConditioningCaesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Pod Extract
Tephrosia Purpurea Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningPlankton Extract
Skin ConditioningVerbascum Thapsus Extract
Skin ConditioningTabebuia Impetiginosa Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Helichrysum Arenarium Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Lecithin
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Sprout Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Triethyl Citrate
Masking
Dimethylheptenal
Perfuming
Elettaria Cardamomum Seed Oil
Masking
Juniperus Communis Fruit Oil
Masking
Juniperus Virginiana Oil
Masking
Michelia Alba Leaf Oil
Masking
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Masking
Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Extract
Perfuming
Sea Silt Extract, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Squalane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Octyldodecanol, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Unsaponifiables, Water, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Platonia Insignis Seed Butter, Gluconolactone, Saccharide Isomerate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Buddleja Davidii Meristem Cell Culture, Potassium Sorbate, Benzyl Alcohol, Cellulose Gum, Glyceryl Caprylate, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Benzoate, Maltodextrin, Epilobium Angustifolium Extract, Achillea Millefolium Extract, Urtica Dioica Extract, Propanediol, Tremella Fuciformis Polysaccharide, Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Extract, Calcium Gluconate, Sucrose, Citronellol, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Kappaphycus Alvarezii Extract, Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Pod Extract, Tephrosia Purpurea Seed Extract, Plankton Extract, Verbascum Thapsus Extract, Tabebuia Impetiginosa Bark Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Helichrysum Arenarium Flower Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Lecithin, Helianthus Annuus Sprout Extract, Tocopherol, Triethyl Citrate, Dimethylheptenal, Elettaria Cardamomum Seed Oil, Juniperus Communis Fruit Oil, Juniperus Virginiana Oil, Michelia Alba Leaf Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Extract
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is derived from the leaves of the tea plant. Black tea, green tea, and oolong tea are all harvested from this plant.
This ingredient has many skin benefits:
This ingredient contains polyphenols, a strong antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight off molecules that damage skin cells.
On top of that, the antioxidants in green tea neutralize free-radicals from the sun. This gives the skin some extra UV protection, but should not replace sunscreen.
Many components of tea have anti-inflammatory properties.
Polyphenols and L-theanine help soothe the skin and reduce irritation. The caffeine in Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract helps calm inflamed blood vessels.
Other compounds found in tea include: Vitamin Bs, linoleic acid, magnesium, calcium, iron, and zinc.
Research has shown both drinking Camellia Sinensis Leaf Tea and applying it to the skin can help boost skin elasticity and hydration. Studies also show using tea extract may reduce sebum, or oil, production.
Learn more about Camellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCitric Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) naturally found in citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and limes.
Like other AHAs, citric acid can exfoliate skin by breaking down the bonds that hold dead skin cells together. This helps reveal smoother and brighter skin underneath.
However, this exfoliating effect only happens at high concentrations (20%) which can be hard to find in cosmetic products.
Due to this, citric acid is usually included in small amounts as a pH adjuster. This helps keep products slightly more acidic and compatible with skin's natural pH.
In skincare formulas, citric acid can:
While it can provide some skin benefits, research shows lactic acid and glycolic acid are generally more effective and less irritating exfoliants.
Most citric acid used in skincare today is made by fermenting sugars (usually from molasses). This synthetic version is identical to the natural citrus form but easier to stabilize and use in formulations.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidGlycerin 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 GlycerinGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract is an extract of the roots of Licorice. It has been found to have several benefits such as skin hydrating, conditioning, and soothing.
One component, glabridin, has extra potent antioxidant and soothing properties. It has also been found to block pigmentation from UVB rays in guinea pigs.
Licorice Root also contains a flavonoid. Flavonoids are a natural substance from in plants. Flavonoids also have antioxidant properties.
Another component, glycyrrhizin, has been found to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits. This may make licorice root extract effective at treating acne. However, more research is needed to support this.
Liquiritin is one of the flavone compounds found in licorice. It has been found to help lighten skin by preventing tyrosinase from reacting with tyrosine. When the two react, protein is converted to melanin. Melanin is the substance in your body that gives your features pigmentation.
Learn more about Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root ExtractPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolWater. 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
