What's inside
What's inside
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Water
Skin ConditioningJuglans Regia Shell Powder
Abrasive
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
Emulsifying
Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Sorbitol
Humectant
Glucose
Humectant
Cetearyl Olivate
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emollient
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Parfum
Masking
Arginine
Masking
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingCopernicia Cerifera Wax
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientTocopherol
Antioxidant
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Disodium EDTA
Trideceth-6
EmulsifyingSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Lauric Acid
Cleansing
Myristic Acid
Cleansing
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Prunus Armeniaca Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningHoney Extract
Humectant
Water, Juglans Regia Shell Powder, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Panthenol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Glyceryl Stearate, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Beeswax, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Sorbitol, Glucose, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Palmitic Acid, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Hydroxyacetophenone, Stearic Acid, Parfum, Arginine, Caprylyl Glycol, Carbomer, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Sodium Polyacrylate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Tocopherol, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Disodium EDTA, Trideceth-6, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Lauric Acid, Myristic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Prunus Armeniaca Fruit Extract, Honey Extract
Sucrose
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Euphorbia Cerifera Wax
Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate
Emulsifying
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningStearalkonium Hectorite
Gel Forming1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Propylene Carbonate
SolventTheobroma Cacao Extract
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Saccharum Officinarum Extract
MoisturisingDextrin
AbsorbentCitrus Limon Fruit Extract
Masking
Honey
Humectant
Sucrose, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Water, Stearalkonium Hectorite, 1,2-Hexanediol, Propylene Carbonate, Theobroma Cacao Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Butylene Glycol, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Dextrin, Citrus Limon Fruit Extract, Honey
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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
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 GlycolThis ingredient is also known as shea butter. It is an effective skin hydrator and emollient.
Emollients help soothe and soften your skin. It does this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.
Shea butter is rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals, or molecules that may harm the body. It is also full of fatty acids including stearic acid and linoleic acid. These acids help replenish the skin and keep skin moisturized.
While Shea Butter has an SPF rating of about 3-4, it is not a sunscreen replacement.
Shea butter may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Butyrospermum Parkii ButterThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideEthylhexylglycerin (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 GlycerinWater. 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 Water
