What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Paraffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Hydrogenated Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion StabilisingParaffin
Perfuming
Polybutene
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientBis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Pentaerythrityl Adipate/Caprate/Caprylate/Heptanoate
EmollientEthylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Saccharin
MaskingButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter
Emollient
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Coffea Arabica Seed Oil
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract
MaskingActinidia Chinensis Fruit Extract
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Citral
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Eugenol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Amyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Hc Red No. 15
Paraffinum Liquidum, Hydrogenated Microcrystalline Wax, Paraffin, Polybutene, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Pentaerythrityl Adipate/Caprate/Caprylate/Heptanoate, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Microcrystalline Wax, Sodium Saccharin, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Coffea Arabica Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Water, Propanediol, Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract, Butylene Glycol, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract, Actinidia Chinensis Fruit Extract, Glycerin, Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum, Citral, Citronellol, Eugenol, Geraniol, Hydroxycitronellal, Limonene, Linalool, Amyl Cinnamal, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Hc Red No. 15
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Polybutene
Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Corylus Avellana Seed Oil
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate
Skin ProtectingAroma
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Sodium Saccharin
MaskingLimonene
Perfuming
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Linalool
Perfuming
Citrus Aurantifolia Oil
Cleansing
Citral
Perfuming
Sambucus Nigra Flower Extract
RefreshingCitrus Aurantium Amara Flower Extract
RefreshingJasminum Officinale Flower Extract
Masking
Prunus Serrulata Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningLavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract
Cleansing
Paeonia Officinalis Flower Extract
TonicTocopherol
Antioxidant
Rosa Damascena Flower Oil
Masking
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 73360
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Polybutene, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Corylus Avellana Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Phenoxyethanol, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Aroma, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Sodium Saccharin, Limonene, Ethylhexylglycerin, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Glycine Soja Oil, Linalool, Citrus Aurantifolia Oil, Citral, Sambucus Nigra Flower Extract, Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Extract, Jasminum Officinale Flower Extract, Prunus Serrulata Flower Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract, Paeonia Officinalis Flower Extract, Tocopherol, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil, Titanium Dioxide, CI 73360, CI 15850, Iron Oxides
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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.
This ingredient is lipid-based synthetic skin-conditioning agent derived from adipic acid and a mixture of fatty acids. It is often called a lanolin substitute.
As an emollient, it helps soften and hydrate the skin. Emollients create a barrier on the skin to trap moisture in.
Due to its fatty acid base, it may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2Citral is the molecule responsible for the fresh lemon scent in lemon, lime, and lemongrass. It is a fragrance ingredient that can be created from plant essential oils or synthetically.
Though Citral has documented antimicrobial activity against acne bacteria (which is where the marketing claims about it being good for acne-prone skin originate), real formulas use it at fragrance-level concentrations under 1% so there's likely no skin benefit.
You should know this ingredient is a known EU fragrance allergen.
Animal studies classifies this ingredient as a weak-to-moderate skin sensitizer and clinical patch testing on eczema patients confirmed it to be both a contact allergen and irritant.
The term 'citral' is a collective term for two geometric isomers: geranial/Citral A and neral/Citral B.
The term '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.
Learn more about CitralThis is a synthetic polymer used to thicken formulas, improve texture, and enhance spreadability.
Due to its large molecule size, this ingredient does not penetrate the skin and is considered well-tolerated.
Ethylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Learn more about EthylhexylglycerinHydrogenated Polyisobutene is a synthetic polymer. Polymers are compounds with high molecular weight. Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is an emollient and texture enhancer.
In one study, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene showed better skin hydration levels than Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. As an emollient, it helps keep your skin soft and hydrated by trapping moisture in.
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is often used as a mineral oil replacement.
Learn more about Hydrogenated PolyisobuteneLimonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term '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.
Learn more about LimoneneLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolPhenoxyethanol 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.
Polybutene is used to help control the viscosity of a product. This just means it helps adjusts the texture.
It is a polymer and does not get absorbed into the skin due to its large size.
Studies found this ingredient did not irritate skin in concentrations below 15%.
Learn more about PolybuteneWe don't have a description for Sodium Saccharin yet.
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about Tocopherol
