What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Methylpropanediol
SolventIsononyl Isononanoate
Emollient1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Methyl Gluceth-20
Humectant
Betaine
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Tromethamine
BufferingDipropylene Glycol
HumectantXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningEclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningLaminaria Japonica Extract
Skin Protecting
Agar
MaskingCyamopsis Tetragonoloba Gum
Emulsion StabilisingAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Hydroxydecyl Ubiquinone
Antioxidant
Disodium EDTA
Fructooligosaccharides
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Ficus Carica Fruit Extract
Humectant
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
Antioxidant
Water, Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, Isononyl Isononanoate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Methyl Gluceth-20, Betaine, Pentylene Glycol, Carbomer, Butylene Glycol, Tromethamine, Dipropylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Eclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Agar, Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba Gum, Adenosine, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Hydroxydecyl Ubiquinone, Disodium EDTA, Fructooligosaccharides, Sodium Hyaluronate, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ficus Carica Fruit Extract, Beta-Glucan, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Ceramide NP, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
Propanediol
Solvent
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Betaine
Humectant
Bisabolol
Masking
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Soluble Collagen
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Atelocollagen
Skin Conditioning
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningMadecassoside
Antioxidant
Madecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Propanediol, Ascorbic Acid, Betaine, Bisabolol, Water, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Centella Asiatica Root Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Soluble Collagen, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Atelocollagen, Asiatic Acid, Madecassoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
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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.Â
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 preservativesÂ
Betaine is a common humectant (a substance that promotes retention of moisture). It's known to be gentle on the skin and can help balance hydration.
This ingredient is best for improving hydration and soothing irritated skin. Studies also show it helps even out skin tone.
Fun fact: Betaine is naturally created in the skin and body. The kind found within cosmetic products can be either plant-derived or synthetic.
Another name for betaine is trimethylglycine.
Learn more about BetaineButylene 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 GlycolCentella Asiatica Extract (Centella) is derived from an herb native to Southeast Asia. It is famous for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Centella is rich in antioxidants and amino acids, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside.
Studies show the compounds in centella help with:
The combination of all these properties makes centella effective at soothing, hydrating, and protecting the skin.
Other great components of centella include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Fun fact: Centella has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.
Learn more about Centella Asiatica ExtractWater. 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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