What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Squalane
Emollient
Petrolatum
Emollient
Paraffin
Perfuming
Paraffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/Hexastearate/Hexarosinate
Skin ConditioningMicrocrystalline Wax
Emulsion StabilisingButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-2 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Phytosteryl Macadamiate
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide Ns
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Honey
Humectant
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantVp/Eicosene Copolymer
Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate
Emulsifying
Cholesterol
Emollient
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Iron Oxides
Water
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Glycine Soja Sterols
Emollient
Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Royal Jelly Extract
Skin Conditioning
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Epigallocatechin Gallate
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
Ultramarines
CI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantSqualane, Petrolatum, Paraffin, Paraffinum Liquidum, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Diisostearyl Malate, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/Hexastearate/Hexarosinate, Microcrystalline Wax, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Polyglyceryl-2 Diisostearate, Phytosteryl Macadamiate, Ceramide NP, Ceramide Ns, Ceramide AP, Honey, Persea Gratissima Oil, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Dipropylene Glycol, Vp/Eicosene Copolymer, Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate, Cholesterol, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Synthetic Wax, Iron Oxides, Water, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Glycine Soja Sterols, Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate, Butylene Glycol, Royal Jelly Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Epigallocatechin Gallate, Parfum, Ultramarines, CI 19140
Polybutene
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientPhytosteryl Isostearyl Dimer Dilinoleate
EmollientDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientPhytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Skin Conditioning
Dextrin Palmitate
Emulsifying
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion StabilisingPolyethylene
Abrasive
Glycerin
Humectant
Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Euphorbia Cerifera Cera
Astringent
Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter
Emollient
Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Triethylhexanoin
MaskingDimethicone
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Ozokerite
Emulsion StabilisingPolyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Limonene
Perfuming
Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate
Skin Conditioning
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingEthylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Lecithin
Emollient
Isostearic Acid
Cleansing
Isopropyl Palmitate
Emollient
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Parfum
Masking
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Dehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
Linalool
Perfuming
Trehalose
Humectant
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Citral
Perfuming
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Zingiber Officinale Root Extract
Masking
BHT
Antioxidant
Polybutene, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Phytosteryl Isostearyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Diisostearyl Malate, Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Dextrin Palmitate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Microcrystalline Wax, Polyethylene, Glycerin, Beeswax, Tocopheryl Acetate, Euphorbia Cerifera Cera, Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Triethylhexanoin, Dimethicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ozokerite, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Limonene, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Lecithin, Isostearic Acid, Isopropyl Palmitate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Parfum, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Dehydroacetic Acid, Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Linalool, Trehalose, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Citral, Water, Butylene Glycol, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, BHT
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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.
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 a plant-derived extract from the nuts of the Africa shea tree and one of the most well-studied emollients.
Because it has a high concentration of fatty acids (primarily oleic, stearic, and linoleic) it is able to form a protective barrier on the skin's surface. This helps seal in moisture and prevents transepidermal water loss (TEWL).
In vitro research found an increase in skin hydration by 58% and a decrease in TEWL by 37.8% after 24 hours of applying this ingredient (pretty impressive for a single ingredient!).
Besides hydration, shea butter also contains triterpenes that have anti-inflammatory potential. In particule, lupeol cinnamate has shown the highest anti-inflammatory activity in vivo.
Shea butter also contains vitamins A and E which may contribute to antioxidant activity.
While Shea Butter has an SPF rating of about 3-4, it is not a sunscreen replacement.
This ingredient may not be fungal acne safe because its fatty acids fall within the C11-C24 range that the Malassezia yeast can metabolize.
Learn more about Butyrospermum Parkii ButterDiisostearyl Malate is an emollient and most often used in lip products. It comes from isostearyl alcohol, a fatty acid, and malic acid, an AHA.
As an emollient, Diisostearyl Malate helps create a thin film on your skin to trap moisture in. This helps keep your skin soft and smooth.
Hydrogenated 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 PolyisobuteneMicrocrystalline Wax is derived from petroleum through a de-oiling process, then highly refined and purified before use in cosmetics.
In skincare formulations, it is used to improve texture and create a smooth, even consistency. It also helps stabilize products by preventing ingredients from separating.
Parfum 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 ParfumTocopheryl 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 AcetateWater. 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
