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What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Octyldodecanol
Emollient
Euphorbia Cerifera Cera
Astringent
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Emulsifying
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantGlycerin
Humectant
Bisabolol
Masking
Water
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
Emollient
Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil
Skin Protecting
Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil
Humectant
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientLaminaria Japonica Extract
Skin Protecting
Undaria Pinnatifida Extract
Skin ConditioningHizikia Fusiforme Extract
Skin ConditioningSargassum Fulvellum Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Propanediol
Solvent
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Elastin
EmollientSorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Copper Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Oligopeptide-32
Antiseborrhoeic
Oligopeptide-29
Antioxidant
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Octyldodecanol, Euphorbia Cerifera Cera, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Microcrystalline Wax, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Bisabolol, Water, Tocopherol, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Caprylyl Glycol, Adenosine, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil, Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil, Persea Gratissima Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ascorbic Acid, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Undaria Pinnatifida Extract, Hizikia Fusiforme Extract, Sargassum Fulvellum Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Propanediol, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydrolyzed Elastin, Sorbitan Olivate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Copper Tripeptide-1, Oligopeptide-32, Oligopeptide-29, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Water
Skin ConditioningOctyldodecanol
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Hydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientCopernicia Cerifera Wax
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Silica
Abrasive
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCandida Bombicola/Glucose/Methyl Rapeseedate Ferment
AntimicrobialOryza Sativa Germ Oil
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Emulsifying
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Lavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Masking
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Avena Sativa Meal Extract
SoothingLepidium Meyenii Root Extract
Skin ConditioningMyrtus Communis Extract
AstringentSalvia Hispanica Seed Extract
EmollientAdansonia Digitata Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningViola Tricolor Extract
EmollientPrunus Domestica Fruit Extract
MoisturisingOphiopogon Japonicus Root Extract
Skin ConditioningSaussurea Involucrata Extract
HumectantOryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin Conditioning
Nymphaea Alba Root Extract
Skin ConditioningLens Esculenta Seed Extract
Skin ProtectingNelumbo Nucifera Root Extract
Skin ConditioningHibiscus Esculentus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningLithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract
Skin ConditioningDioscorea Japonica Root Extract
Skin ConditioningAnthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
Masking
Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract
EmollientSalicornia Herbacea Extract
Skin ConditioningAstragalus Membranaceus Root Extract
EmollientCorchorus Olitorius Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningGrifola Frondosa Fruiting Body Extract
EmollientHyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Tremella Fuciformis Extract
Humectant
Parfum
Masking
CI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantCI 17200
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Octyldodecanol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Synthetic Wax, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Isononyl Isononanoate, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Butylene Glycol, Diisostearyl Malate, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Jojoba Esters, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Sodium Chloride, Silica, Sorbitan Isostearate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Caprylyl Glycol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Candida Bombicola/Glucose/Methyl Rapeseedate Ferment, Oryza Sativa Germ Oil, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Ascorbic Acid, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Avena Sativa Meal Extract, Lepidium Meyenii Root Extract, Myrtus Communis Extract, Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract, Adansonia Digitata Seed Extract, Viola Tricolor Extract, Prunus Domestica Fruit Extract, Ophiopogon Japonicus Root Extract, Saussurea Involucrata Extract, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Nymphaea Alba Root Extract, Lens Esculenta Seed Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Root Extract, Hibiscus Esculentus Fruit Extract, Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract, Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract, Salicornia Herbacea Extract, Astragalus Membranaceus Root Extract, Corchorus Olitorius Leaf Extract, Grifola Frondosa Fruiting Body Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Tremella Fuciformis Extract, Parfum, CI 42090, CI 17200
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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.
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
Ascorbic Acid is is pure Vitamin C. This form makes up the largest amount of vitamin C found naturally in our skin.
Not only is vitamin C great for your overall health and immune system, it also has plenty of benefits on your skin.
Vitamin C is best used for brightening skin. It improves dark spots, acne scars, and hyperpigmentation. This is because it blocks the process of skin darkening when exposed to UV.
Remember: Vitamin C should not replace sunscreen!
Your skin uses vitamin C to build collagen. Collagen is one key component in having a strong skin barrier and plump skin. Vitamin C also plays a role in regulating collagen, thus making it effective in improving wrinkles and fine lines.
Ascorbic acid shows potent antioxidant activity. As an antioxidant, it helps fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells. These antioxidants also protect skin against UV damage.
The best formulations include Vitamin E and/or ferulic acid. These two ingredients help stabilize and provide a boost in the benefits of ascorbic acid. This is because ascorbic acid becomes unstable when exposed to UV and air. In fact, you can tell your ascorbic acid has oxidized when it turns an orange-yellow color.
Ascorbic acid is generally compatible with other ingredients. However, using ascorbic acid with other active ingredients might cause irritation. Two ingredients: copper ions and benzoyl peroxide, will inactivate ascorbic acid completely.
Read more about other types of Vitamin C:
Foods rich with vitamin C include oranges, strawberries, broccoli, bell peppers, and more. When consuming Vitamin C, your skin receives a portion of the nutrients.
Learn more about Ascorbic AcidButylene 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 GlycolCamellia 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 ExtractCaprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl 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 GlycerinHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil derived from the seeds of a Sunflower. Sunflower seed oil is non-fragrant. It is an emollient, meaning it helps to soften the skin.
Sunflower seed oil contains many fatty acids. The fatty acids found in sunflower seeds include (from highest amount to least): linoleic acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid, arachidic acid, oleic acid, and linolenic acid.
These fatty acids help the skin create ceramides. Ceramides play a role in repairing the skin barrier.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil helps moisturize the skin. This in turn helps the skin look more rejuvenated and smoother.
Sunflowers are rich in vitamin E.
Historians believe Indigenous cultures of North America domesticated sunflowers before corn. Thus they relied on sunflower oil for a variety of uses. One such use is moisturizing skin and hair.
Sunflower seed oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed OilOctyldodecanol is a fatty alcohol. It is primarily used to enhance the texture of products.
As an emulsifier, Octyldodecanol helps prevent the oils and waters from separating. It also prevents ingredients from creating foam when shaken.
Octyldodecanol is created by reducing fatty acid to an alcohol.
Due to its high molecular weight, it does not get absorbed into the skin.
Learn more about OctyldodecanolThis ingredient is a form of glycerin with emulsifying and emollient properties.
As an emulsifier, this ingredient helps keep products together while adding a thick texture. The manufacturer states this ingredient has emollient properties. Emollients help keep the skin hydrated by trapping moisture in.
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate is created by reacting diglycerin and isostearic acid. Due to the isostearic acid base, it may not be safe for Malassezia or fungal acne.
Learn more about Polyglyceryl-2 TriisostearateWater. 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!
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