What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Glycerin
Humectant
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Avena Sativa Kernel Oil
Skin Conditioning
Lactobionic Acid
Buffering
Cannabis Sativa Leaf Extract
EmollientCannabis Sativa Seed Oil
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Pantolactone
Humectant
Cordyceps Sinensis Extract
Antioxidant
Inonotus Obliquus Extract
Skin ConditioningGanoderma Lucidum Extract
Skin ProtectingSaccharomyces Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Lactobacillus Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Biosaccharide Gum-1
Humectant
Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Beta-Sitosterol
Emulsion Stabilising
Squalene
Emollient
Ubiquinone
Antioxidant
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Hydroxide
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Panthenol, Avena Sativa Kernel Oil, Lactobionic Acid, Cannabis Sativa Leaf Extract, Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Pantolactone, Cordyceps Sinensis Extract, Inonotus Obliquus Extract, Ganoderma Lucidum Extract, Saccharomyces Ferment, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Lactobacillus Ferment, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Xanthan Gum, Tocopherol, Glycine Soja Oil, Beta-Sitosterol, Squalene, Ubiquinone, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hydroxide, Citric Acid
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Citrus Limon Fruit Water
MaskingDicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientIsopropyl Isostearate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Yeast Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Water
Masking
Ganoderma Lucidum Extract
Skin ProtectingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Brassica Campestris Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Opuntia Ficus-Indica Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCamelina Sativa Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Sodium Polyglutamate
HumectantSodium Hydroxide
BufferingCetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingPolyglucuronic Acid
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Dehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingLecithin
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Water, Propanediol, Citrus Limon Fruit Water, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Isopropyl Isostearate, Glycerin, Hydrolyzed Yeast Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water, Ganoderma Lucidum Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Brassica Campestris Seed Oil, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Hyaluronate, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Flower Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Camelina Sativa Seed Oil, Benzyl Alcohol, Sodium Polyglutamate, Sodium Hydroxide, Cetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose, Polyglucuronic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Dehydroacetic Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Xanthan Gum, Lecithin, Parfum
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is a synthetic polymer. It is used to thicken and improve the texture of products. Due to its properties, it can prevent water and oil ingredients from separating.
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.
This is the extract of the Reishi mushroom.
The Reishi mushroom has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties.
This is due to its content of terpenoids, polysaccharides, macronutrients, and phenolic acids.
Learn more about Ganoderma Lucidum ExtractGlycerin 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 GlycerinPhenoxyethanol 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.
Propanediol 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 PropanediolSodium 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 HyaluronateSodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideWater. 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
