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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPolyvinyl Alcohol
Glycerin
Humectant
Agave Americana Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
Skin Conditioning
Glucose
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningFructooligosaccharides
Humectant
Fructose
Humectant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCynanchum Atratum Extract
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Althaea Rosea Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Pancratium Maritimum Extract
BleachingCollagen Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingWater, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Agave Americana Stem Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Glucose, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Fructooligosaccharides, Fructose, Xanthan Gum, Cynanchum Atratum Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Althaea Rosea Flower Extract, Ceramide NP, Tocopherol, Pancratium Maritimum Extract, Collagen Extract, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
Water
Skin ConditioningStearyl Dimethicone
Emollient
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Copper Lysinate/Prolinate
Skin ConditioningPanax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Aminobutyric Acid
Biosaccharide Gum-1
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Keratin
Humectant
Agar
MaskingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Pvp
Emulsion StabilisingPolyvinyl Alcohol
Polyacrylamide
C13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Acrylates Copolymer
Parfum
Masking
Laureth-7
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
Methylglucoside Phosphate
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Polyvinyl Acetate
Emulsion StabilisingPolysilicone-11
CI 77120
Cosmetic ColorantEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCholesterol
Emollient
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
Skin Conditioning
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Butylphenyl Methylpropional
Perfuming
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Stearyl Dimethicone, Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Copper Lysinate/Prolinate, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ceramide NP, Aminobutyric Acid, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Agar, Phenoxyethanol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Polyacrylate, Pvp, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Polyacrylamide, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Acrylates Copolymer, Parfum, Laureth-7, Disodium EDTA, Methylglucoside Phosphate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Polyvinyl Acetate, Polysilicone-11, CI 77120, Ethylhexylglycerin, Cholesterol, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Phytosphingosine, Benzyl Salicylate, Hexyl Cinnamal, Citronellol, Hydroxycitronellal, Linalool, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, CI 77491
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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.
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 preservatives
Ceramide NP is a type of ceramide and formally known as ceramide 3.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here:
Ceramide AP
Ceramide EOP
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.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinWe don't have a description for Polyvinyl Alcohol yet.
Water. 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
