What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningEuphorbia Cerifera Wax
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingIsostearic Acid
Cleansing
Glycerin
Humectant
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Sodium Chloride
MaskingMaltodextrin
Absorbent
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Calendula Officinalis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate 0.05%
Humectant
Bisabolol
Antioxidant
Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Sodium Ascorbate 0.5%
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Coriandrum Sativum Oil
Masking
Thuja Plicata Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Citrus Paradisi Juice
Perfuming
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Water, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Isostearic Acid, Glycerin, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Sodium Chloride, Maltodextrin, Xanthan Gum, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Calendula Officinalis Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate 0.05%, Bisabolol, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract, Sodium Ascorbate 0.5%, Tocopheryl Acetate, Coriandrum Sativum Oil, Thuja Plicata Leaf Extract, Citrus Paradisi Juice, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Coco-Caprylate
Emollient
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Euphorbia Cerifera Cera
Astringent
Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Isostearic Acid
Cleansing
Rosa Rubiginosa Seed Oil
Emollient
Lemongrass Oil
Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Zinc Oxide, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Coco-Caprylate, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Euphorbia Cerifera Cera, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Isostearic Acid, Rosa Rubiginosa Seed Oil, Lemongrass Oil, Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Isostearic Acid is a fatty acid and a structural cousin of stearic acid. It is an emulsifier.
The branched structure of this ingredient enhances fluidity and gives it a lighter, less greasy feel compared to other fatty acids. It helps improve texture and consistency because it prevents oil and water phases from separating.
This ingredient is sourced from plant-based oils like soybean or rapeseed.
Clinical studies found no signs of irritation from this ingredient.
Since Isostearic Acid is an 18-carbon fatty acid, it is in the range that Malassezia can feed on. This ingredient may not be fungal acne safe.
You might have seen sources that this ingredient is comedogenic. The original comedogenic testing on rabbit ear actually tested the ester, Isopropyl Isostearate and not Isostearic acid itself. There has been no comedogenic testing done on this ingredient, but it may be worth patch testing if you have acne-prone skin.
Learn more about Isostearic AcidPolyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate is a plant-derived emulsifier made by combining glycerin and ricinoleic acid.
It works well for giving buttery lip balms and low-viscosity water-in-oil emulsions a non-greasy and pleasant skin feel.
Typical concentrations range from 0.1-3%.
This ingredient is mild and non-irritating in nature.
Because it is derived from ricinoleic acid, this ingredient may not be fungal acne safe. Ricinoleic acid is an unsaturated fatty acid that the Malassezia yeast can metabolize.
Learn more about Polyglyceryl-3 PolyricinoleateTerminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract is from the Kakadu plum. The Kakadu plum is native to northern Australia. The Kakadu plum holds the record for having the highest amount of natural vitamin C.
This ingredient is an antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are capable of damaging our cells and other genetic material. Antioxidants help stabilize free-radicals and thus may reduce the signs of aging.
The high vitamin C content of Kakadu plum also helps lighten skin. Vitamin C has been shown to block the process of skin darkening that leads to hyperpigmentation.
Kakadu plums have been used by indigenous cultures as medicine to help treat colds and as an antiseptic.
Learn more about Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit ExtractTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl Acetate
