What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
EmollientCyclopentasiloxane
EmollientGlycerin
HumectantDipropylene Glycol
HumectantVp/Methacrylamide/Vinyl Imidazole Copolymer
Alcohol Denat.
AntimicrobialAcrylates/Steareth-20 Itaconate Copolymer
Polyacrylamide
Tromethamine
BufferingC13-14 Isoparaffin
EmollientCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientParfum
MaskingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningLaureth-7
EmulsifyingLinalool
PerfumingDisodium EDTA
Limonene
PerfumingButylene Glycol
HumectantGeraniol
PerfumingCitronellol
PerfumingHexyl Cinnamal
PerfumingBenzyl Salicylate
PerfumingPunica Granatum Fruit Extract
Antioxidant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningSqualane
EmollientArgania Spinosa Kernel Oil
EmollientPrunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
MaskingPropanediol
SolventSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantCamellia Japonica Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
AntioxidantCamellia Japonica Flower Extract
EmollientHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
HumectantSodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
HumectantPCA
HumectantLactic Acid
BufferingGlucose
HumectantHyaluronic Acid
HumectantGlycine
BufferingUrea
BufferingSodium Glycerophosphate
Serine
MaskingGlutamic Acid
HumectantPotassium Magnesium Aspartate
BufferingAspartic Acid
MaskingLeucine
Skin ConditioningSodium Chloride
MaskingAlanine
MaskingLysine
Skin ConditioningArginine
MaskingCalcium Gluconate
HumectantMagnesium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningTyrosine
MaskingPhenylalanine
MaskingProline
Skin ConditioningThreonine
Valine
MaskingIsoleucine
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
BufferingSodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
HumectantHistidine
HumectantAcetyl Glucosamine
Skin ConditioningCysteine
AntioxidantCreatine
Skin ConditioningUric Acid
BufferingMethionine
Skin ConditioningWater, Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Vp/Methacrylamide/Vinyl Imidazole Copolymer, Alcohol Denat., Acrylates/Steareth-20 Itaconate Copolymer, Polyacrylamide, Tromethamine, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Caprylyl Glycol, Parfum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Laureth-7, Linalool, Disodium EDTA, Limonene, Butylene Glycol, Geraniol, Citronellol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Salicylate, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Squalane, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Propanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Camellia Japonica Leaf Extract, Tocopherol, Camellia Japonica Flower Extract, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, PCA, Lactic Acid, Glucose, Hyaluronic Acid, Glycine, Urea, Sodium Glycerophosphate, Serine, Glutamic Acid, Potassium Magnesium Aspartate, Aspartic Acid, Leucine, Sodium Chloride, Alanine, Lysine, Arginine, Calcium Gluconate, Magnesium Gluconate, Tyrosine, Phenylalanine, Proline, Threonine, Valine, Isoleucine, Citric Acid, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Histidine, Acetyl Glucosamine, Cysteine, Creatine, Uric Acid, Methionine
Water
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
HumectantCoconut Alkanes
EmollientCetearyl Alcohol
EmollientBetaine
HumectantAmodimethicone
Quaternium-91
Parfum
MaskingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientBehentrimonium Chloride
PreservativeCetrimonium Chloride
AntimicrobialTrideceth-12
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
Geraniol
PerfumingCitrol
PerfumingLinalool
PerfumingPotassium Hydroxide
BufferingCitronellal
MaskingIsomethyl-Beta-Ionone
PerfumingLimonene
PerfumingHexyl Cinnamal
PerfumingAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
EmollientTocopherol
AntioxidantSodium Laneth-40 Maleate/Styrene Sulfonate Copolymer
Butylene Glycol
HumectantBenzyl Alcohol
PerfumingChimyl Alcohol
EmollientEugenol
PerfumingCitral
PerfumingHydrolyzed Corn Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Extensin
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Carrot Protein/Hydrolyzed Kale Protein/Hydrolyzed Lemon Protein Extract
Hydrolyzed Barley Protein
Skin ConditioningMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
AntioxidantBenzyl Salicylate
PerfumingIsoeugenol
Perfuming1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningHydroxyethyl Urea
HumectantWater, Propylene Glycol, Coconut Alkanes, Cetearyl Alcohol, Betaine, Amodimethicone, Quaternium-91, Parfum, Caprylyl Glycol, Behentrimonium Chloride, Cetrimonium Chloride, Trideceth-12, Disodium EDTA, Geraniol, Citrol, Linalool, Potassium Hydroxide, Citronellal, Isomethyl-Beta-Ionone, Limonene, Hexyl Cinnamal, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Tocopherol, Sodium Laneth-40 Maleate/Styrene Sulfonate Copolymer, Butylene Glycol, Benzyl Alcohol, Chimyl Alcohol, Eugenol, Citral, Hydrolyzed Corn Protein, Hydrolyzed Extensin, Hydrolyzed Carrot Protein/Hydrolyzed Kale Protein/Hydrolyzed Lemon Protein Extract, Hydrolyzed Barley Protein, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Benzyl Salicylate, Isoeugenol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydroxyethyl Urea
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
Benzyl Salicylate is a solvent and fragrance additive. It is an ester of benzyl alcohol and salicylic acid. This ingredient can be naturally found in some plants and plant extracts.
In fragrances, Benzyl Salicylate may be a solvent or a fragrance component. In synthetic musk scents, it is used as a solvent. For floral fragrances such as lilac and jasmine, it is used as a fragrance component. The natural scent of Benzyl Salicylate is described as "lightly-sweet, slightly balsamic".
While Benzyl Salicylate has been associated with contact dermatitis and allergies, emerging studies show it may not be caused by this ingredient alone.
However, this ingredient is often used with fragrances and other components that may cause allergies. It is still listed as a known allergen in the EU. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Another study from 2021 shows Benzyl Salicylate may have anti-inflammatory properties.
Learn more about Benzyl SalicylateButylene 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 GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolDisodium 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 EDTAGeraniol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is the main component of citronellol. It is a monoterpenoid and an alcohol.
Monoterpenes are naturally found in many parts of different plants.
Geraniol can be found in many essential oils including Rose Oil and Citronella Oil. The scent of Geraniol is often described as "rose-like". Many foods also contain Geraniol for fruit flavoring.
Geraniol can irritate the skin when exposed to air. However, irritation depends on the ability of geraniol to penetrate into the skin. In general, geraniol is not able to penetrate skin easily.
Geraniol is colorless and has low water-solubility. However, it is soluble in common organic solvents.
Like citronellol, it is a natural insect repellent.
2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, (2E)-
Learn more about GeraniolHexyl Cinnamal is a fragrance ingredient with a similar scent to jasmine. It can be naturally found in chamomile essential oil.
This ingredient is a known EU allergen and may sensitize the skin. The EU requires this ingredient to be listed separately on an ingredients list.
Hexyl Cinnamal is not water soluble but is soluble in oils.
Learn more about Hexyl CinnamalLimonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
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 LimoneneLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolParfum 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 ParfumTocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolWater. 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