What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Isododecane
EmollientIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientEthylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Pvp
Emulsion StabilisingOctyldodecanol
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Agave Americana Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
CI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Butylene Glycol, Isododecane, Isononyl Isononanoate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Pvp, Octyldodecanol, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Parfum, Agave Americana Stem Extract, Hydroxyacetophenone, CI 42090, CI 19140
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
Solvent
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Salix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCucumis Sativus Fruit Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylhydroxamic Acid
Diphenyl Dimethicone
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Triethylhexanoin
MaskingParfum
Masking
Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
HumectantSodium Citrate
BufferingPvm/Ma Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Betaine Salicylate
Antimicrobial
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCitrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract
Skin Conditioning
Adipic Acid
BufferingLithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract
Skin ConditioningWater, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Gluconolactone, Propanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Xanthan Gum, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Water, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Diphenyl Dimethicone, Sodium Hyaluronate, Triethylhexanoin, Parfum, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Sodium Citrate, Pvm/Ma Copolymer, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Citric Acid, Limonene, Linalool, Betaine Salicylate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract, Adipic Acid, Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Butylene 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 GlycolEthylhexylglycerin 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 EthylhexylglycerinHydroxyacetophenone is antioxidant with skin conditioning and soothing properties. It also boosts the efficiency of preservatives.
Though naturally occuring in Norwegian spruce needles, this ingredient is usually synthetically created.
This ingredient is not irritating or sensitizing. Recent research also suggests it may have skin-brightening effects through tyrosinase inhibition.
Learn more about HydroxyacetophenoneParfum 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 “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” 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 ParfumSodium Hyaluronate is the salt form of hyaluronic acid. It is a long sugar chain that is naturally found in your skin, joints, and connective tissue that maintains hydration and elasticity.
In skincare, it works as a humectant. It pulls water from the environment and deeper layers of skin and binds it to the surface.
Interestingly, the size of the molecule affects its behavior:
Some clinical evidence links low molecular weight versions to improved wrinkle depth, elasticity, anti-inflammatory effects, and barrier repair.
Many serums use a blend of both weights so you can get surface hydration plus longer-lasting and deeper effects.
You'll typically see concentrations between 0.1-2% for this ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateWater. 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. Remember to stay hydrated!
Learn more about Water
