What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
Cleansing
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Polyquaternium-7
Cocamide Mipa
Emulsifying
Glycol Stearate
Emollient
Polyquaternium-10
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Mentha Piperita Oil
Masking
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Phytantriol
HumectantOrbignya Oleifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Zingiber Officinale Root Oil
Masking
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Equisetum Arvense Extract
AstringentLawsonia Inermis Extract
Antimicrobial
Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract
AntimicrobialAnthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
Masking
Symphytum Officinale Callus Culture Extract
Skin ConditioningHumulus Lupulus Extract
AntimicrobialUrtica Dioica Extract
AstringentHoney
Humectant
Biotin
AntiseborrhoeicRicinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningGlycereth-2 Cocoate
Emulsifying
Parfum
Masking
Water, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Polyquaternium-7, Cocamide Mipa, Glycol Stearate, Polyquaternium-10, Panthenol, Propylene Glycol, Mentha Piperita Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Disodium EDTA, Phytantriol, Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil, Zingiber Officinale Root Oil, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Equisetum Arvense Extract, Lawsonia Inermis Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Symphytum Officinale Callus Culture Extract, Humulus Lupulus Extract, Urtica Dioica Extract, Honey, Biotin, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Benzoic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycereth-2 Cocoate, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningAmmonium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate
Cleansing
Lauryl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Parfum
Masking
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
EmulsifyingMenthol
Masking
C12-13 Pareth-9
EmulsifyingPolyquaternium-10
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Polyquaternium-7
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Limonene
Perfuming
Sodium Chloride
MaskingDisodium EDTA
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningLinalool
Perfuming
Citric Acid
Buffering
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantChamomilla Recutita Flower/Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialPentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMentha Piperita Extract
CleansingMelissa Officinalis Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningTrehalose
Humectant
Piroctone Olamine
Preservative
Bambusa Vulgaris Water
Skin ConditioningMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Cocamide Methyl Mea
Surfactant
Chrysanthemum Indicum Extract
Antioxidant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Cranberry Fruit/Leaf Extract
Skin ProtectingSaponaria Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialMoringa Oleifera Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hamamelis Virginiana Bark/Leaf/Twig Extract
Skin Conditioning
Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract
Cleansing
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Pueraria Lobata Root Extract
HumectantPinus Densiflora Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Diospyros Kaki Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningOenothera Biennis Flower Extract
AstringentCamellia Sinensis Flower Extract
Perfuming
Algin
Masking
Water, Ammonium Laureth Sulfate, Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate, Lauryl Hydroxysultaine, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Propanediol, Parfum, Alcohol, PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Menthol, C12-13 Pareth-9, Polyquaternium-10, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Benzoate, Polyquaternium-7, Phenoxyethanol, Limonene, Sodium Chloride, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Linalool, Citric Acid, Benzyl Salicylate, Dipropylene Glycol, Chamomilla Recutita Flower/Leaf Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract, Mentha Piperita Extract, Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract, Trehalose, Piroctone Olamine, Bambusa Vulgaris Water, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Cocamide Methyl Mea, Chrysanthemum Indicum Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydrolyzed Cranberry Fruit/Leaf Extract, Saponaria Officinalis Leaf Extract, Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana Bark/Leaf/Twig Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract, Tocopherol, Beta-Glucan, Potassium Sorbate, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Pinus Densiflora Leaf Extract, Diospyros Kaki Fruit Extract, Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract, Camellia Sinensis Flower Extract, Algin
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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.
Disodium EDTA is a chelating agent. It grabs onto and deactivates metal ions that sneak into your products from water, packaging, or air.
This ingredient mainly works behind the scenes and helps with:
On top of that, this ingredient can counteract the effects of hard water by binding to the minerals in it.
One thing worth knowing is that Disodium EDTA has been shown to be a mild penetration enhancer. It can help other ingredients absorb into skin more effectively which can be a double-edged sword (great for actives, but can also make the active too strong if you have sensitive skin).
Clinical patch testing showed no significant skin irritation at typical use concentrations and minimal dermal absorption.
You'll most likely see this ingredient near the end of an ingredient list. It's typically found in concentrations less than 1%.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAEthylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Learn more about EthylhexylglycerinParfum 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 one of the most widely used preservatives in skincare (and for good reason!).
It has a large spectrum of antimicrobial activity and especially effective bacteria, yeast, and mold while only having a weak effect on your skin's natural microbiome.
On a cellular level, it disrupts the cell membranes of microbes by poking holes that make the cell leak. This shuts down the chemical reactions the microbe needs to make energy so it can no longer survive.
Another perk of this ingredient is that it stays functional across a wide pH range (3-10).
You'll often see it paired with boosters like Ethylhexylglycerin; one study showed that a 1:9 ratio of Ethylhexylglycerin to Phenoxyethanol damages bacterial membranes as effectively as doubling the Phenoxyethanol concentration on its own.
Typical use concentrations range from 0.3-1% depending on the formula, and this ingredient is capped at 1% int the EU.
Safety-wise, the fear mongering does not hold up to the evidence. The EU's Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety and FDA consider it safe as a preservative at up to 1%, including for children of all ages.
Adverse systemic effects only showed up in animal studies at exposures roughly 200x higher than what people get from cosmetics. And despite its very widespread use, this ingredient is a rare sensitizer and allergic reactions are uncommon.
Learn more about PhenoxyethanolPolyquaternium-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-10Polyquaternium-7 is a light to clear colored liquid. It is commonly found in haircare products for its film-forming and anti-static properties.
According to a manufacturer, it is a non-paraben and specially developed for negatively charged surfactant systems. This makes it a great hairstyle holder and helps to improve wet hair detangling without adding buildup.
Water. 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
