What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Oryza Sativa Bran Oil
Emollient
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Ethoxydiglycol
HumectantSodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
Absorbent
Caffeine
Skin Conditioning
Menthol
Masking
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPhosphatidylcholine
EmulsifyingCarnitine
CleansingEscin
TonicR-Clostridium Histolyticum Collagenase H
Skin Conditioning
Glycyrrhetinic Acid
Skin ConditioningGlaucine
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Squalane
Emollient
Methyl Nicotinate
SoothingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Calcium Chloride
AstringentIsostearyl Isostearate
Emollient
PEG-8 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
EmulsifyingPolyglyceryl-3 Dioleate
EmulsifyingPolysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Disodium EDTA
Tris-Hydroxymethylnitromethane
AntimicrobialAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Coco-Glucoside
CleansingSqualene
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Tropolone
Skin ConditioningBeta-Sitosterol
Emulsion Stabilising
Water, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Oryza Sativa Bran Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Ethoxydiglycol, Sodium Polyacrylate, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Caffeine, Menthol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Phosphatidylcholine, Carnitine, Escin, R-Clostridium Histolyticum Collagenase H, Glycyrrhetinic Acid, Glaucine, Centella Asiatica Extract, Polysorbate 20, Squalane, Methyl Nicotinate, Tocopherol, Caprylyl Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Calcium Chloride, Isostearyl Isostearate, PEG-8 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Polyglyceryl-3 Dioleate, Polysorbate 60, Disodium EDTA, Tris-Hydroxymethylnitromethane, Alcohol, Coco-Glucoside, Squalene, 1,2-Hexanediol, Potassium Sorbate, Tropolone, Beta-Sitosterol
Water
Skin ConditioningIsopropyl Palmitate
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Sorbitan Stearate
Emulsifying
Parfum
Masking
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil
Emollient
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Squalane
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Polysorbate 40
Emulsifying
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantNylon-12
Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAminomethyl Propanol
BufferingTrisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Silica
Abrasive
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Linalool
Perfuming
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantHydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
CI 15510
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantTin Oxide
Abrasive
CI 16035
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantAscorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Water, Isopropyl Palmitate, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Sorbitan Stearate, Parfum, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract, Squalane, Tocopheryl Acetate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Panthenol, Citric Acid, Mica, Phenoxyethanol, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, Polysorbate 40, CI 77891, Nylon-12, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Carbomer, Chlorphenesin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Aminomethyl Propanol, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Silica, Benzyl Benzoate, Linalool, CI 77491, Hydroxycitronellal, Limonene, CI 15510, CI 15985, Tin Oxide, CI 16035, CI 42090, Ascorbic Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate
Alternatives
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 GlycolGlycerin 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 GlycerinPotassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbatePrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil comes from the sweet almond, a tree native to Iran. This oil has no fragrance and is non-volatile.
Almonds contain healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals. It is a rich source of Vitamin E, a great antioxidant and skin conditioning ingredient. Sweet almond oil contains fatty acids such as linolenic acid and triglycerides.
The content of sweet almond oil makes it a great emollient; it can help soften and hydrate your skin. Emollients create a barrier over your skin to trap moisture in. Sweet almond oil has antioxidant properties.
Those with an almond allergy should be careful of this ingredient and speak with a professional about using it in your skincare.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis OilSqualane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.
Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.
Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.
Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).
In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.
The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.
Is squalane vegan?
This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.
Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.
Read more about squalene with an "e".
Is squalane an oil?
Squalane is often called an oil, but it’s technically not; it’s a hydrocarbon, meaning it’s only made of carbon and hydrogen, unlike true oils which are triglycerides made of fatty acids and glycerol.
The term “oil-free” isn’t regulated, so companies can define it however they want. Some exclude all oils, while others just avoid mineral oil or comedogenic oils.
While some people avoid oils thinking they cause breakouts, the right kind of oil (or oil-like ingredient like squalane) can actually help balance and hydrate your skin. It’s worth testing out simple oils or squalane to see what works best for your skin.
Learn more about SqualaneWater. 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
