What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Antioxidant
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Meadowfoam Delta-Lactone
Skin ConditioningOleic Acid
Emollient
Amodimethicone
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
PEG/PPG-19/19 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningBHT
Antioxidant
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Meadowfoam Delta-Lactone, Oleic Acid, Amodimethicone, Phenyl Trimethicone, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, PEG/PPG-19/19 Dimethicone, Cyclohexasiloxane, Water, BHT, Lactic Acid, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum
Honey
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningButyrospermum Parkii Oil
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Soluble Collagen
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Honey Protein
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Gluconobacter/Honey Ferment Filtrate
Skin ConditioningKeratin
Skin ConditioningCoco-Glucoside
Cleansing
Abies Alba Seed Oil
Antimicrobial
Glycerin
Humectant
Cholesterol
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientDimethicone
Emollient
Bisabolol
Antioxidant
Rosa Damascena Flower Extract
Masking
Quaternium-18
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Royal Jelly Extract
Skin Conditioning
Honey Extract
Humectant
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Quaternium-33
Propolis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Ceramide Ng
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Silk
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Rosa Centifolia Flower Water
Skin ConditioningCapsicum Annuum Extract
MaskingElaeis Guineensis Oil
Emollient
Honey, Water, Butyrospermum Parkii Oil, Butylene Glycol, Soluble Collagen, Hydrolyzed Honey Protein, Tocopherol, Gluconobacter/Honey Ferment Filtrate, Keratin, Coco-Glucoside, Abies Alba Seed Oil, Glycerin, Cholesterol, Phenoxyethanol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Dimethicone, Bisabolol, Rosa Damascena Flower Extract, Quaternium-18, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Royal Jelly Extract, Honey Extract, Ceramide NP, Quaternium-33, Propolis Extract, Parfum, Ceramide Ng, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Propylene Glycol, Ceramide AP, Hydrolyzed Silk, Panthenol, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Dimethiconol, Rosa Centifolia Flower Water, Capsicum Annuum Extract, Elaeis Guineensis Oil
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
You may know this ingredient as argan oil. It has emollient and skin conditioning properties that help soften skin and reinforce the lipid barrier.
The fatty acid profile of argan oil is roughly 45-55% oleic acid, 28-36% linoleic acid, 10-15% palmitic acid, and 5-7% stearic acid. It also contains vitamin E, sterols, squalene, and polyphenols like ferulic acid.
Two clinical studies in postmenopausal women found that applying argan oil for 60 days significantly improved skin elasticity and moisturization (reduced transepidermal water loss and increased epidermal water content).
Since it is high in oleic and linoleic acid, this ingredient may not be fungal acne safe. Both of these fall in the C11-C24 range that Malassezia yeast can metabolize.
Learn more about Argania Spinosa Kernel OilCyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
It is also an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz. It is also known as polydimethylsiloxane.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeParfum 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 ParfumPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Tocopherol is a fat-soluble antioxidant known as Vitamin E.
You'll find this ingredient in the vast majority of skincare (for good reason). It works to neutralize free radicals, or unstable molecules generated by UV exposure, pollution, and other environmental stressors, before they can cause oxidative damage to your skin cells.
Topically applied tocopherol has been shown to protect against UV damage by ramping up the skin's own natural defense enzymes.
It also acts as a skin conditioning agent; some studies show that regular topical use can improve the skin's water-binding capacity over 2-4 weeks.
This ingredient is especially loved for being a team player. When combined with Vitamin C, the photoprotective effect of both ingredients roughly doubles and the combo also helps reduce UV-induced DNA damage.
This ingredient has some brightening potential but it's more of a prevention ingredient than spot-fader. Cell studies show it can slow down melanin production but it's worth noting that it's not the most powerful brightener out there.
In formulations, it also serves as a stabilizer that helps protect other oxidation-prone ingredients from degrading.
Concentrations usually range from 0.1-1% in most leave-on products.
Learn more about TocopherolWater. 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
