What's inside
What's inside
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Hydrogenated Castor Oil/Sebacic Acid Copolymer
Emollient
Polyquaternium-6
Oryza Sativa Bran Water
Masking
Brassica Campestris Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Citrus Junos Peel Extract
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingOleth-20
CleansingAdansonia Digitata Seed Oil
Emollient
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Disodium EDTA
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningGlycereth-2 Cocoate
Emulsifying
Parfum
Masking
Water, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Hydrogenated Castor Oil/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Polyquaternium-6, Oryza Sativa Bran Water, Brassica Campestris Seed Oil, Citrus Junos Peel Extract, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Oleth-20, Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Benzoic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycereth-2 Cocoate, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Squalane
Emollient
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
PCA Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingArginine
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Lauroyl Glutamate
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium PCA
Humectant
Aminomethyl Propanol
BufferingSodium Lactate
BufferingIsohexadecane
EmollientDisodium PEG-12 Dimethicone Sulfosuccinate
Cleansing
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Aspartic Acid
Masking
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
PCA
Humectant
Polysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Glycine
Buffering
Sorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Alanine
MaskingSerine
Masking
Valine
MaskingIsostearyl Isostearate
Emollient
Isoleucine
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Proline
Skin ConditioningThreonine
Cetearyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingHistidine
Humectant
Phenylalanine
Masking
Hydroxypropyl Guar
Emulsion StabilisingPhenethyl Alcohol
MaskingButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Glucose
Humectant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Coumarin
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Acetyl Cedrene
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Benzaldehyde
Masking
Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil
Dimethyl Phenylethyl Carbinyl Acetate
Perfuming
Hexamethylindanopyran
Masking
Vanillin
Masking
Parfum
Masking
Water, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Squalane, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Butylene Glycol, Stearic Acid, PCA Dimethicone, Xanthan Gum, Arginine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Sodium PCA, Aminomethyl Propanol, Sodium Lactate, Isohexadecane, Disodium PEG-12 Dimethicone Sulfosuccinate, Pentylene Glycol, Propanediol, Aspartic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, PCA, Polysorbate 80, Glycine, Sorbitan Oleate, Alanine, Serine, Valine, Isostearyl Isostearate, Isoleucine, Panthenol, Proline, Threonine, Cetearyl Glucoside, Histidine, Phenylalanine, Hydroxypropyl Guar, Phenethyl Alcohol, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Glucose, Citric Acid, Coumarin, Limonene, Acetyl Cedrene, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Benzaldehyde, Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil, Dimethyl Phenylethyl Carbinyl Acetate, Hexamethylindanopyran, Vanillin, Parfum
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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.
Cocos Nucifera Oil is obtained from the kernels of the coconut fruit. In other words, this is coconut oil.
Coconut Oil is rich in fatty acids with lauric acid making up the majority of these. It also contains linoleic acid. Due to this high fatty acid content, coconut oil helps trap moisture and soften skin.
Despite being antibacterial, coconut oil may not be great for acne-prone skin. It is comedogenic and may clog pores. This ingredient may not be safe for malassezia or fungal acne.
Note: Coconut Oil should not replace your sunscreen for UV protection. Studies show it only blocks about 20% of UV.
This oil is non-volatile and has a light scent.
The term '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.
Learn more about Cocos Nucifera OilEthylhexylglycerin (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.
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 ParfumPhenoxyethanol 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.
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil comes from the grape vine. Grape seeds are a byproduct of creating grape juice or wine.
The components of grape seeds have many skin benefits. Research has found it to be antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory. It also contains many potent antioxidants such as Vitamin E , Vitamin C, proanthocyanidins, polyphenols, flavonoids, and anthocyanins. Proanthocyanidin has been shown to help even out skin tone.
Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are capable of damaging our cells and other genetic material. Antioxidants help stabilize free-radicals by donating extra electrons. Grape seed extract may help reduce the signs of aging.
The antimicrobial properties of grape seed may help treat acne. However, more research is needed to support this claim.
Grape seed has also been found to help absorb UV rays. Grape seed extract should not replace your sunscreen.
The fatty acids of grape seed oil give it emollient properties. Emollients help soothe and soften your skin by creating a film. This film traps moisture within, keeping your skin hydrated.
Learn more about Vitis Vinifera Seed OilWater. 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
