What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate
EmollientSqualane
Emollient
Olivoyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
CleansingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Cannabis Sativa Leaf Extract
EmollientCannabis Sativa Seed Oil
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Acmella Oleracea Extract
Skin ProtectingDipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Carboxymethyl Betaglucan
Ubiquinone
Antioxidant
Palmitoyl Proline
Skin ConditioningHippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Magnesium Palmitoyl Glutamate
Skin ConditioningSodium Palmitoyl Sarcosinate
CleansingAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialHydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Oleate
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPalmitic Acid
Emollient
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Potassium Hydroxide
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Water, Glycerin, Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate, Squalane, Olivoyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetyl Alcohol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Cannabis Sativa Leaf Extract, Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Acmella Oleracea Extract, Dipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline, Sodium Carboxymethyl Betaglucan, Ubiquinone, Palmitoyl Proline, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract, Magnesium Palmitoyl Glutamate, Sodium Palmitoyl Sarcosinate, Allantoin, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Oleate, Glyceryl Stearate, Xanthan Gum, Palmitic Acid, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Lactic Acid, Potassium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate
Water
Skin ConditioningC15-19 Alkane
SolventButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Yeast Extract
Skin ConditioningPullulan
Avena Sativa Kernel Oil
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Acrylates Copolymer
Methylpropanediol
SolventLecithin
Emollient
Lactobacillus Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Saccharide Isomerate
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningBiosaccharide Gum-1
Humectant
Cetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Citrate
BufferingPolyglucuronic Acid
Skin ConditioningSodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water, C15-19 Alkane, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Hydrolyzed Yeast Extract, Pullulan, Avena Sativa Kernel Oil, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Methylpropanediol, Lecithin, Lactobacillus Ferment, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Saccharide Isomerate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Cetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Polyglucuronic Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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.
Phenoxyethanol 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.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateSodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateWater. 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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