What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientStearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingPropylene Carbonate
SolventSclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Escin
TonicRuscus Aculeatus Root Extract
AstringentAmmonium Glycyrrhizate
MaskingCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Hydrolyzed Yeast Protein
Skin ConditioningCalendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Masking
Parfum
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Water, Butylene Glycol, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Propylene Carbonate, Sclerotium Gum, Sodium Polyacrylate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Glycerin, Panthenol, Escin, Ruscus Aculeatus Root Extract, Ammonium Glycyrrhizate, Centella Asiatica Extract, Hydrolyzed Yeast Protein, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin
Water
Skin ConditioningAluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
Absorbent
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientBis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol
UV Filter
Isoamyl P-Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Octocrylene
UV Absorber
Bis-PEG-8 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingBeeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Vinyldimethicone
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Polymethyl Methacrylate
Lauryl Glucoside
CleansingParfum
Masking
Butylphenyl Methylpropional
Perfuming
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Citronellol
Perfuming
Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde
Masking
Limonene
Perfuming
Silica
Abrasive
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Oxothiazolidine
Skin ProtectingHydrated Silica
Abrasive
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingHydrogen Dimethicone
Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer
Potassium Hydroxide
BufferingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientSilica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientBHT
Antioxidant
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Disodium EDTA
Perlite
AbsorbentC12-14 Pareth-12
EmulsifyingGlycol
Humectant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingIsopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
Emollient
Stearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingMelanin
Skin ProtectingPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPropylene Carbonate
SolventPolyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Water, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Isoamyl P-Methoxycinnamate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Titanium Dioxide, Glyceryl Stearate, Octocrylene, Bis-PEG-8 Dimethicone, Cetyl Alcohol, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Beeswax, Vinyldimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Lauryl Glucoside, Parfum, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Benzyl Benzoate, Citronellol, Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, Limonene, Silica, Caprylyl Glycol, Propylene Glycol, Oxothiazolidine, Hydrated Silica, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Potassium Hydroxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Isononyl Isononanoate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, BHT, Isopropyl Myristate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Disodium EDTA, Perlite, C12-14 Pareth-12, Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide, Xanthan Gum, Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Melanin, Pentylene Glycol, Propylene Carbonate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid
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Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Dicaprylyl Carbonate comes from carbonic acid and caprylyl alcohol, a fatty alcohol. It is an emollient and gives skin a velvet feel. The sources of Dicaprylyl Carbonate may be synthetic or from animals.
As an emollient, Dicaprylyl Carbonate creates a film on the skin. This film traps moisture in, keeping your skin soft and hydrated.
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate (DHHB) is a chemical UV-A absorber. It is formulated for high UVA protection (320-400 nm).
DHHB is well-liked for:
DHHB has been approved by the EU, Japan, Taiwan, and South America for use up to 10%. Unfortunately, it has not been approved for use in the US or Canada due to slow regulatory processes.
This ingredient is soluble in oils, fats, and lipids.
Learn more about Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl BenzoateEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is an organic compound that provides UVB protection. It often goes by the more common name of octinoxate. It is created from methoxycinnamic acid and 2-ethylhexanol.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate absorbs UVB rays with wavelengths between 280-320 nm. UV absorbers protect your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy.
UVB (290-320 nm) rays emit more energy than UVA rays. They are capable of damaging DNA, causing sunburns and are thought to be linked to skin cancer.
The state of Hawaii has banned sunscreens containing octinoxate due to its potential impact on coral reefs. More research is needed to bridge gaps in this research. The European Union allows higher levels of octinoxate in sunscreens than the US and Australia.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is oil soluble. It is not stable and may lose efficacy when exposed to sunlight.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl MethoxycinnamateParfum 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.
This ingredient is a solvent. It helps dissolve active ingredients and alter the texture of products.
Propylene Carbonate is commonly used in makeup and with clay, such as montmorillonite or bentonite.
Studies show this ingredient to be safe for cosmetics. When it is undiluted, it can cause skin irritation. (It is always diluted in skincare and makeup). This ingredient is water-soluble.
Propylene Carbonate is created from propylene glycol and carbonic acid.
Learn more about Propylene CarbonateStearalkonium Hectorite is a clay-derived ingredient used to thicken a product and help create a gel-like texture.
Water. 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
