What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientWater
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Olive Oil Glycereth-8 Esters
Emollient
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPolyisobutene
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingArtemisia Capillaris Extract
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientSorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
CleansingMoringa Oleifera Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Olea Europaea Fruit Extract
BleachingHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Coptis Japonica Root Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Leucine
Skin ConditioningButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Phytosterols
Skin Conditioning
Alanine
MaskingAspartic Acid
Masking
Phenylalanine
Masking
Isoleucine
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingLens Esculenta Seed Extract
Skin ProtectingGlycine
Buffering
Arginine
Masking
Proline
Skin ConditioningSerine
Masking
Glutamic Acid
Humectant
Taurine
BufferingHistidine
Humectant
Valine
MaskingMethionine
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Pea Protein
EmollientOrnithine
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Squalane
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-10 Behenate/Eicosadioate
EmulsifyingSilica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientPropanediol
Solvent
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Water, Glycerin, Olive Oil Glycereth-8 Esters, Polysorbate 20, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Polyisobutene, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Artemisia Capillaris Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Parfum, Glyceryl Caprylate, Sorbitan Oleate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract, Sorbitan Isostearate, Olea Europaea Fruit Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil, Coptis Japonica Root Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Leucine, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Phytosterols, Alanine, Aspartic Acid, Phenylalanine, Isoleucine, Xanthan Gum, Lens Esculenta Seed Extract, Glycine, Arginine, Proline, Serine, Glutamic Acid, Taurine, Histidine, Valine, Methionine, Hydrolyzed Pea Protein, Ornithine, Caprylyl Glycol, Squalane, Polyglyceryl-10 Behenate/Eicosadioate, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Propanediol, Ceramide NP
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientIsopropyl Palmitate
Emollient
PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Triethylhexanoin
MaskingPEG-8 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
C9-12 Alkane
SolventWater
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Limonene
Perfuming
Propanediol
Solvent
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Linalool
Perfuming
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Chlorophyllin-Copper Complex
Antioxidant
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Vinegar
Capsicum Annuum Fruit Extract
Antimicrobial
Centella Asiatica Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningBeta-Carotene
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Isopropyl Palmitate, PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Triethylhexanoin, PEG-8 Isostearate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Synthetic Wax, C9-12 Alkane, Water, Parfum, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Salicylic Acid, Citric Acid, Gluconolactone, Limonene, Propanediol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Alcohol Denat., Linalool, 1,2-Hexanediol, Chlorophyllin-Copper Complex, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Vinegar, Capsicum Annuum Fruit Extract, Centella Asiatica Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Beta-Carotene, Disodium EDTA, Tocopherol
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.Ā
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 preservativesĀ
This ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCetyl Ethylhexanoate is an emollient ester. It comes from cetearyl alcohol and 2-ethylhexanoic acid.
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate is an emollient that adds a velvety feel to skin without being greasy or oily. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin, keeping your skin soft and hydrated.
Ethylhexylglycerin (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.
Helianthus 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 OilParfum 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 āFRAGRANCEā or āPARFUMā 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 ParfumPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Ā
Itās 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 PropanediolWater. 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
