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Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningHamamelis Virginiana Water
Astringent
Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Lactococcus Ferment Lysate
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus/Pumpkin Ferment Extract
Skin ConditioningSaccharomyces Ferment Filtrate
Humectant
Betaine
Humectant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans
HumectantSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Bifida Ferment Filtrate
Skin Conditioning
Bifida Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Xylitol
Humectant
Anhydroxylitol
Humectant
Xylitylglucoside
Humectant
Glucose
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Salix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent
Lactobionic Acid
Buffering
Saccharum Officinarum Extract
MoisturisingCutibacterium Granulosum Ferment Extract Filtrate
EmollientFructose
Humectant
Fructooligosaccharides
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Benzyl Glycol
SolventTocopherol
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
Chondrus Crispus Extract
Skin Conditioning
Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
Skin Conditioning
Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Propanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Hamamelis Virginiana Water, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, Lactococcus Ferment Lysate, Lactobacillus/Pumpkin Ferment Extract, Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate, Betaine, Allantoin, Panthenol, Ceramide NP, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Bifida Ferment Filtrate, Bifida Ferment Lysate, Xylitol, Anhydroxylitol, Xylitylglucoside, Glucose, 1,2-Hexanediol, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Lactobionic Acid, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Cutibacterium Granulosum Ferment Extract Filtrate, Fructose, Fructooligosaccharides, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Benzyl Glycol, Tocopherol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan Gum, Disodium EDTA, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate
Humectant
Aspergillus Ferment Extract Filtrate
HumectantSaccharomyces Ferment Filtrate
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Ellagic Acid
Skin ConditioningAronia Melanocarpa Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPolyglutamic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Corallina Officinalis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Morus Alba Root Extract
BleachingAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Ribes Nigrum Fruit Extract
Astringent
Rubus Coreanus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningLycium Chinense Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Curcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Glycyrrhiza Uralensis Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Rubus Fruticosus Fruit Extract
AstringentRubus Idaeus Fruit Extract
AstringentBetaine
Humectant
Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningAristotelia Chilensis Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningEuterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract
Skin Protecting
Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract
EmollientSolanum Melongena Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningGardenia Jasminoides Fruit Extract
Cosmetic ColorantSodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCoccinia Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPortulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Water
Skin ConditioningMethylpropanediol
SolventGalactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Aspergillus Ferment Extract Filtrate, Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate, Propanediol, Niacinamide, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Ellagic Acid, Aronia Melanocarpa Fruit Extract, Polyglutamic Acid, Glycerin, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Morus Alba Root Extract, Allantoin, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Ribes Nigrum Fruit Extract, Rubus Coreanus Fruit Extract, Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Glycyrrhiza Uralensis Root Extract, Rubus Fruticosus Fruit Extract, Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract, Betaine, Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract, Aristotelia Chilensis Fruit Extract, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract, Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Gardenia Jasminoides Fruit Extract, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Xanthan Gum, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Water, Methylpropanediol
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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.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
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 preservativesÂ
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 AllantoinBetaine 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 GlycolEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinPropanediol 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 PropanediolSaccharomyces Ferment Filtrate is created from fermenting Saccharomyces, a yeast also known as baker's yeast or brewer's yeast.
As a humectant, Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate helps draw moisture from the air to your skin to keep your skin hydrated. The humectant properties comes from its beta-glucan content.
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateWater. 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 WaterXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan Gum
