What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Tridecyl Trimellitate
EmollientNeopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
EmollientPolyglyceryl-2 Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer
EmollientPolybutene
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientPolyisobutene
Octyldodecanol
Emollient
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientEthylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Hydrogenated Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion StabilisingSynthetic Wax
Abrasive
Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Squalane
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Menthoxypropanediol
Masking
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
Emollient
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
Masking
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil
Emollient
Neotame
MaskingSilica
Abrasive
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantTridecyl Trimellitate, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer, Polybutene, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Polyisobutene, Octyldodecanol, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Hydrogenated Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer, Microcrystalline Wax, Synthetic Wax, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Phenoxyethanol, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Squalane, Tocopheryl Acetate, Menthoxypropanediol, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Persea Gratissima Oil, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil, Neotame, Silica, Titanium Dioxide, CI 77492, CI 15850
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Paraffin
Perfuming
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientSilica
Abrasive
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientOctyldodecanol
Emollient
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Ozokerite
Emulsion StabilisingVinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Euphorbia Cerifera Cera
Astringent
Cera Microcristallina
Emulsion StabilisingSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningLimnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Behenate
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantPhenyl Trimethicone, Dimethicone, Paraffin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Isononyl Isononanoate, Silica, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Diisostearyl Malate, Octyldodecanol, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Ozokerite, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Euphorbia Cerifera Cera, Cera Microcristallina, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Glyceryl Behenate, Sodium Hyaluronate, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 15850
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Ci 15850 is the pigment color red. It is an azo dye and created synthetically.
Azo dyes need to be thoroughly purified before use. This allows them to be more stable and longer-lasting.
This ingredient is common in foundations, lipsticks, and blushes. This color is described as brown/orangey red.
It has many secondary names such as Red 6 and Red 7. According to a manufacturer, Red 6 usually contains aluminum.
Learn more about CI 15850Hydrogenated 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 PolyisobuteneOctyldodecanol is a fatty alcohol sourced from plant oils like coconut or palm (or made synthetically).
It is:
You'll likely see this in many BHA products because this is the go-to solvent for salicylic acid.
This ingredient is typically used at levels between 2-20%.
Regarding fungal acne:
In 2019, this ingredient was tested against multiple Malassezia species (the yeast that causes fungal acne) and showed no growth.
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.
Silica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.
Though it has exfoliant properties, the function of silica varies depending on the product.
The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and adds smoothness, making it a great texture enhancer.
It is also used as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.
In some products, tiny microneedles called spicules are made from silica or hydrolyzed sponge. When you rub them in, they lightly polish away dead skin layers and enhance the penetration of active ingredients.
Learn more about SilicaJojoba oil is one of the most well-studied plant-derived ingredients in cosmetics. It is an emollient with a special structure.
Because it is made up of 97-98% wax esters, it closely mirrors the linear monoesters found in human sebum. This makes it skin compatible, non-greasy, and lightweight.
Unlike other plant oils, jojoba wax doesn't easily penetrate skin. It mostly works in the uppermost layers as an emollient. This just means it forms a light barrier on the skin to help retain moisture.
Formulations with jojoba esters up to 90% reduced transepidermal water loss (TEWL) and increased barrier recovery by 81% (outperforming bisabolol at 47%).
Besides barrier support, the science also suggests jojoba to have anti-inflammatory effects and potential applications for skin infections, aging, and wound healing.
Fun fact: Indigenous cultures have used jojoba as a moisturizer and to help treat burns for centuries.
Due to its fatty acid content, Jojoba oil may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Simmondsia Chinensis Seed OilTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl Acetate
