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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
Cleansing
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Cocamidopropylamine Oxide
CleansingParfum
Masking
Oryza Sativa Bran Water
Masking
Brassica Campestris Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Citrus Junos Peel Extract
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Hydrolyzed Oat Protein
Skin ConditioningPolyquaternium-10
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Disodium EDTA
PEG-75 Lanolin
Emollient
PEG-150 Distearate
Emulsifying
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningGlycereth-2 Cocoate
Emulsifying
Propanediol
Solvent
Water, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Cocamidopropylamine Oxide, Parfum, Oryza Sativa Bran Water, Brassica Campestris Seed Oil, Citrus Junos Peel Extract, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Hydrolyzed Oat Protein, Polyquaternium-10, Sodium Chloride, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, PEG-75 Lanolin, PEG-150 Distearate, Phenoxyethanol, Benzoic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycereth-2 Cocoate, Propanediol
Water
Skin ConditioningCetyl Betaine
CleansingSodium Methyl 2-Sulfolaurate
CleansingDisodium 2-Sulfolaurate
CleansingDisodium EDTA
Disodium Cocoamphodipropionate
CleansingAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Polyquaternium-10
Citric Acid
Buffering
Honey
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Lauryl Lactyl Lactate
Skin ConditioningSodium Chloride
Masking
Lactitol
HumectantXylitol
Humectant
Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate
CleansingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Lamium Album Flower Extract
AstringentPinus Sylvestris Cone Extract
Masking
Arctium Lappa Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
Masking
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialHedera Helix Extract
AntimicrobialAvena Sativa Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningWater, Cetyl Betaine, Sodium Methyl 2-Sulfolaurate, Disodium 2-Sulfolaurate, Disodium EDTA, Disodium Cocoamphodipropionate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Parfum, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Glyceryl Caprylate, Glycerin, Polyquaternium-10, Citric Acid, Honey, Panthenol, Lauryl Lactyl Lactate, Sodium Chloride, Lactitol, Xylitol, Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate, Butylene Glycol, Lamium Album Flower Extract, Pinus Sylvestris Cone Extract, Arctium Lappa Root Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Hedera Helix Extract, Avena Sativa Seed Extract
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Citric Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) naturally found in citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and limes.
Like other AHAs, citric acid can exfoliate skin by breaking down the bonds that hold dead skin cells together. This helps reveal smoother and brighter skin underneath.
However, this exfoliating effect only happens at high concentrations (20%) which can be hard to find in cosmetic products.
Due to this, citric acid is usually included in small amounts as a pH adjuster. This helps keep products slightly more acidic and compatible with skin's natural pH.
In skincare formulas, citric acid can:
While it can provide some skin benefits, research shows lactic acid and glycolic acid are generally more effective and less irritating exfoliants.
Most citric acid used in skincare today is made by fermenting sugars (usually from molasses). This synthetic version is identical to the natural citrus form but easier to stabilize and use in formulations.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAParfum 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 ParfumPolyquaternium-10 is an ammonium salt of hydroxyethylcellulose. It is a white and granular powder used as a film-former and anti-static agent.
This ingredient is commonly found in hair conditioning products. According to a manufacturer, its positive charge makes it great for absorbing hair proteins. The manufacturer also states this ingredient helps with curl retention.
For haircare friends: this ingredient is not a silicone.
Learn more about Polyquaternium-10Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideWater. 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!
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