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Oryza Sativa Extract
Absorbent
Water
Skin ConditioningBiotin
AntiseborrhoeicCaffeine
Skin Conditioning
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Zingiber Officinale Root Oil
Masking
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Lauroyl Collagen Amino Acids
Cleansing
Sodium Cocoyl Amino Acids
Cleansing
Sodium Taurine Cocoyl Methyltaurate
Cleansing
Sodium Sarcosinate
Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate
Cleansing
Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate
SurfactantSodium Chloride
MaskingHydrolyzed Keratin
Humectant
Zingiber Officinale Root Extract
Masking
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Serine
Masking
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPolyquaternium-10
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Citrate
BufferingOryza Sativa Extract, Water, Biotin, Caffeine, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Zingiber Officinale Root Oil, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Lauroyl Collagen Amino Acids, Sodium Cocoyl Amino Acids, Sodium Taurine Cocoyl Methyltaurate, Sodium Sarcosinate, Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Sodium Chloride, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Panthenol, Serine, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polyquaternium-10, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Piroctone Olamine
Preservative
Sodium Chloride
MaskingCitric Acid
Buffering
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningDimethicone Propyl Pg-Betaine
Cleansing
PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate
Emulsifying
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningSodium Salicylate
Preservative
Salix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent
Parfum
Masking
Linalool
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Betula Alba Bark Extract
Masking
Zingiber Officinale Root Oil
Masking
Citronellol
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Sr-Spider Polypeptide-1
Skin Protecting
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Piroctone Olamine, Sodium Chloride, Citric Acid, Panthenol, Sodium Benzoate, Polysorbate 20, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Gluconate, Dimethicone Propyl Pg-Betaine, PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Sodium Salicylate, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Parfum, Linalool, Limonene, Betula Alba Bark Extract, Zingiber Officinale Root Oil, Citronellol, Citral, Isopropyl Alcohol, Benzyl Alcohol, Sr-Spider Polypeptide-1, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol
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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.
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 AcidThis ingredient is derived from guar gum. It is a skin conditioning agent that creates a thin, breathable film to reduce water loss during cleansing.
This leaves the skin feeling soft rather than stripped and also contributes to a creamier lather.
Due to the large molecule size, this ingredient is unlikely to penetrate skin.
Learn more about Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium ChloridePanthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolChances 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.
You might see people debate whether Sodium Chloride is comedogenic, but there actually haven't been any comedogenic tests done on it. Either way, the overall formulation of a product matters a lot more than any single ingredient.
You might see this ingredient used in scrubs as a 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. Remember to stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterZingiber Officinale is more commonly known as ginger.
Studies show the ginger root has antioxidant, anti-inflammation, and antimicrobial properties.
The antioxidant properties help protect your body from free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells. As a result, ginger may help slow down signs of aging such as hyperpigmentation and wrinkles.
Ginger originates from Southeast Asia but has spread throughout the world. It is now a common spice used in many cultures.
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