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Missha M Signature Real Complete BB Cream SPF 25 PA++ - Light Milky Beige Versus heimish Moringa Ceramide BB Cream SPF 30 - 21 Light Beige

BB, CC, Tinted Moisturizer
BB, CC, Tinted Moisturizer
Korean Brand South Korea
Korean Brand South Korea

Updated on January 24, 2025

Overview

What they are

These products are both bb, cc, tinted moisturizers. They have a total of 21 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain ceramides, exfoliants, hyaluronic acid, SPF and Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots

Free From

They both do not contain any parabens

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances, oils and silicones

We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that needs an update? Let us know.

Ingredient Info

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About this product

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Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products
M Signature Real Complete BB Cream SPF 25 PA++

Water

Skin Conditioning

CI 77891

Cosmetic Colorant

Cyclopentasiloxane

Emollient
Silicon Icon

Glycerin

Humectant
0 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin IconHelps brighten skin Icon

Butylene Glycol

Humectant
1 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin Icon

Zinc Oxide

Cosmetic Colorant
1 / 0 Mineral UV Filter IconHelps fight Acne IconNon-Reef-Safe Icon

Hydrogenated Polydecene

Emollient

Phenyl Trimethicone

Skin Conditioning
Silicon Icon

Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil

Emollient
1 / 0 Oil IconNot safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Arbutin

Antioxidant
Antioxidant IconGood for Dark Spots IconGood for Scar Healing Icon

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

Antimicrobial

Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone

Emulsifying
Silicon Icon

Sodium Chloride

Masking
Can worsen Dry Skin IconBad for Acne Prone Skin IconMay worsen Rosacea Icon

CI 77015

Cosmetic Colorant

Cyclohexasiloxane

Emollient
Silicon Icon

Sorbitan Isostearate

Emulsifying
1-2 / 0 Not safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Caprylyl Methicone

Skin Conditioning
Silicon Icon

Hydrogenated Polyisobutene

Emollient
1 / 2

Hydrogenated Castor Oil Isostearate

Skin Conditioning
Oil IconNot safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Beeswax

Emulsion Stabilising
0-2 / 0 May worsen Oily Skin IconBad for Acne Prone Skin IconNot safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate

Emulsifying
Not safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Sorbitan Olivate

Emulsifying
Not safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Alumina

Abrasive
Exfoliant Icon

Hexyl Laurate

Emollient
Not safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Talc

Abrasive
1 / 0 Exfoliant Icon

CI 77492

Cosmetic Colorant

Xanthan Gum

Emulsifying

Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer

Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract

Skin Conditioning

Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer

Skin Conditioning

Disteardimonium Hectorite

Stabilising

Caprylyl Glycol

Emollient

Stearic Acid

Cleansing
2-3 / 0 May worsen Oily Skin IconNot safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Anthemis Nobilis Flower Water

Masking

Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Water

Skin Conditioning

Aluminum Hydroxide

Emollient

CI 77491

Cosmetic Colorant

CI 77499

Cosmetic Colorant

Ethylhexylglycerin

Skin Conditioning

Ozokerite

Emulsion Stabilising

Phenoxyethanol

Preservative
Preservative Icon

Hydrogen Dimethicone

Silicon Icon

Hydrogenated Lecithin

Emulsifying

Tocopheryl Acetate

Antioxidant
0 / 0 Vitamin E IconAntioxidant Icon

Ceramide NP

Skin Conditioning
Ceramide IconHelps hydrate Dry Skin IconHelps reduce irritation IconHelps with Anti-Aging Icon

Propylene Carbonate

Solvent

Cholesterol

Emollient
0 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin Icon

Triethoxycaprylylsilane

Dimethicone

Emollient
1 / 0 Silicon Icon

1,2-Hexanediol

Skin Conditioning

Propanediol

Solvent

Methicone

Emollient
Silicon Icon

Adenosine

Skin Conditioning
Good for Minimizing Pores IconGood for Scar Healing Icon

Bletilla Striata Root Extract

Skin Conditioning

Echinacea Purpurea Extract

Moisturising

Perilla Ocymoides Leaf Extract

Tonic

Bacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract

Skin Conditioning

Glyceryl Caprylate

Emollient

Squalane

Emollient
1 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin Icon

Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil

Emollient
Oil IconNot safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Oleic Acid

Emollient
May worsen Oily Skin IconBad for Acne Prone Skin IconNot safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Disodium EDTA

Brassica Campestris Sterols

Emollient
Not safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Glycine

Buffering
Helps hydrate Dry Skin Icon

Parfum

Masking
Fragrance IconMay worsen Eczema IconMay worsen Rosacea Icon

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Masking

Vitis Vinifera Fruit Water

Skin Conditioning

Punica Granatum Extract

Astringent

Salicornia Herbacea Extract

Skin Conditioning

Propylene Glycol

Humectant
0 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin IconMay worsen Eczema IconMay worsen Rosacea Icon

Panax Ginseng Root Extract

Emollient
Helps hydrate Dry Skin IconHelps reduce Skin Redness IconHelps reduce irritation Icon

Cucurbita Pepo Fruit Extract

Skin Conditioning

Juglans Regia Seed Extract

Skin Conditioning

Angelica Keiskei Leaf/Stem Extract

Skin Conditioning

Oldenlandia Diffusa Extract

Skin Conditioning

Houttuynia Cordata Extract

Skin Conditioning
Helps hydrate Dry Skin IconHelps reduce Skin Redness IconHelps reduce irritation Icon

Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract

Antioxidant
Antioxidant Icon

Cnidium Officinale Root Extract

Skin Conditioning

Serine

Masking

Bambusa Textilis Stem Extract

Skin Conditioning

Glutamic Acid

Humectant

Luffa Cylindrica Fruit Extract

Skin Conditioning

Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract

Emollient

Camellia Japonica Flower Extract

Emollient

Prunus Persica Fruit Extract

Abrasive
Exfoliant Icon

Ganoderma Lucidum Extract

Skin Protecting

Vigna Radiata Seed Extract

Skin Conditioning

Lecithin

Emollient

Polysorbate 20

Emulsifying
0 / 0 Not safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Extract

Skin Conditioning

Aspartic Acid

Masking

Citrus Aurantifolia Fruit Extract

Skin Conditioning

Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract

Emollient

Leucine

Skin Conditioning

Sodium Hyaluronate

Humectant
0 / 0 Hyaluronic Acid Icon

Alcohol

Antimicrobial
Alcohol IconCan worsen Dry Skin IconMay worsen Oily Skin IconMay cause irritation IconMay worsen Eczema IconMay worsen Rosacea Icon

Coptis Japonica Root Extract

Skin Conditioning

Artemisia Vulgaris Extract

Skin Conditioning
Helps reduce Skin Redness IconHelps reduce irritation Icon

Alanine

Masking

Lysine

Skin Conditioning

Mangifera Indica Fruit Extract

Skin Conditioning

Morus Alba Root Extract

Bleaching

Taraxacum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract

Skin Conditioning

Beta-Glucan

Skin Conditioning
Helps hydrate Dry Skin IconHelps reduce Skin Redness IconHelps reduce irritation Icon

Acorus Calamus Root Extract

Perfuming
Fragrance Icon

Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract

Masking

Cornus Officinalis Fruit Extract

Skin Conditioning

Rhus Semialata Gall Extract

Skin Conditioning

Arginine

Masking
Good for Scar Healing IconNot safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Citric Acid

Buffering
AHA IconGood for Oily Skin IconGood for Skin Texture IconGood for Minimizing Pores IconGood for Scar Healing IconHelps brighten skin IconMay worsen Rosacea Icon

Tyrosine

Masking

Phenylalanine

Masking

Threonine

Valine

Masking

Proline

Skin Conditioning

Isoleucine

Skin Conditioning

Asarum Sieboldii Root Extract

Skin Conditioning

Iris Ensata Extract

Skin Conditioning

Psidium Guajava Fruit Extract

Astringent

Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract

Bleaching
Good for Dark Spots Icon

Hordeum Vulgare Leaf Extract

Skin Conditioning

Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract

Skin Conditioning

Oenanthe Javanica Extract

Antimicrobial

Histidine

Humectant

Potassium Sorbate

Preservative
Preservative Icon

Sodium Benzoate

Masking
Preservative Icon

Methionine

Skin Conditioning

Cysteine

Antioxidant
Antioxidant Icon

Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract

Skin Conditioning

Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Extract

Skin Conditioning

Ethyl Hexanediol

Solvent

Fragaria Chiloensis Fruit Extract

Skin Conditioning

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

Antimicrobial
Antioxidant IconHelps reduce Skin Redness IconHelps reduce irritation IconGood for Minimizing Pores IconHelps with Anti-Aging Icon

Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate

Antioxidant
Vitamin C IconAntioxidant IconHelps reduce Skin Redness IconGood for Skin Texture IconGood for Minimizing Pores IconHelps brighten skin Icon

Hydrolyzed Collagen

Emollient
Helps hydrate Dry Skin IconHelps with Anti-Aging Icon

Prunus Avium Fruit Extract

Skin Conditioning

Scrophularia Buergeriana Root Extract

Emollient

Linaria Japonica Extract

Skin Conditioning

Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract

Astringent

Carica Papaya Fruit Extract

Skin Conditioning

Pentylene Glycol

Skin Conditioning

Caprylhydroxamic Acid

Copper Tripeptide-1

Skin Conditioning
Peptide IconGood for Skin Texture IconHelps with Anti-Aging Icon

Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4

Skin Conditioning
Peptide IconHelps with Anti-Aging IconNot safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Acetyl Hexapeptide-8

Humectant
Peptide IconHelps with Anti-Aging Icon

Tropolone

Skin Conditioning

Water, CI 77891, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Zinc Oxide, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Phenyl Trimethicone, Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil, Arbutin, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Sodium Chloride, CI 77015, Cyclohexasiloxane, Sorbitan Isostearate, Caprylyl Methicone, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Hydrogenated Castor Oil Isostearate, Beeswax, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Sorbitan Olivate, Alumina, Hexyl Laurate, Talc, CI 77492, Xanthan Gum, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Caprylyl Glycol, Stearic Acid, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Water, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Water, Aluminum Hydroxide, CI 77491, CI 77499, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ozokerite, Phenoxyethanol, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ceramide NP, Propylene Carbonate, Cholesterol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Dimethicone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Propanediol, Methicone, Adenosine, Bletilla Striata Root Extract, Echinacea Purpurea Extract, Perilla Ocymoides Leaf Extract, Bacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Glyceryl Caprylate, Squalane, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Oleic Acid, Disodium EDTA, Brassica Campestris Sterols, Glycine, Parfum, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Water, Punica Granatum Extract, Salicornia Herbacea Extract, Propylene Glycol, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Cucurbita Pepo Fruit Extract, Juglans Regia Seed Extract, Angelica Keiskei Leaf/Stem Extract, Oldenlandia Diffusa Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract, Cnidium Officinale Root Extract, Serine, Bambusa Textilis Stem Extract, Glutamic Acid, Luffa Cylindrica Fruit Extract, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Camellia Japonica Flower Extract, Prunus Persica Fruit Extract, Ganoderma Lucidum Extract, Vigna Radiata Seed Extract, Lecithin, Polysorbate 20, Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Extract, Aspartic Acid, Citrus Aurantifolia Fruit Extract, Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract, Leucine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Alcohol, Coptis Japonica Root Extract, Artemisia Vulgaris Extract, Alanine, Lysine, Mangifera Indica Fruit Extract, Morus Alba Root Extract, Taraxacum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract, Beta-Glucan, Acorus Calamus Root Extract, Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract, Cornus Officinalis Fruit Extract, Rhus Semialata Gall Extract, Arginine, Citric Acid, Tyrosine, Phenylalanine, Threonine, Valine, Proline, Isoleucine, Asarum Sieboldii Root Extract, Iris Ensata Extract, Psidium Guajava Fruit Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Hordeum Vulgare Leaf Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Oenanthe Javanica Extract, Histidine, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Methionine, Cysteine, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Extract, Ethyl Hexanediol, Fragaria Chiloensis Fruit Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Prunus Avium Fruit Extract, Scrophularia Buergeriana Root Extract, Linaria Japonica Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Carica Papaya Fruit Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Copper Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Tropolone

Moringa Ceramide BB Cream SPF 30

Water

Skin Conditioning

Cyclopentasiloxane

Emollient
Silicon Icon

Titanium Dioxide

Cosmetic Colorant
0 / 0 Mineral UV Filter IconNon-Reef-Safe Icon

Zinc Oxide

Cosmetic Colorant
1 / 0 Mineral UV Filter IconHelps fight Acne IconNon-Reef-Safe Icon

Glycerin

Humectant
0 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin IconHelps brighten skin Icon

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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. Stay hydrated!

Learn more about Water
Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Solvent

Cyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.

D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.

It is also an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.

Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.

Learn more about Cyclopentasiloxane
Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting

Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.

A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.

As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.

Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.

Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.

In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.

This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.

Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.

Learn more about Glycerin
Cosmetic Colorant, Skin Protecting, UV Absorber

Zinc Oxide is a mineral broad-spectrum UV filter; it is the broadest UVA and UVB reflector approved by the FDA. While it is most commonly man-made for cosmetics, it can naturally occur in zincite, a rare mineral.

Today, traditional and nano-sized zinc oxide can be found in beauty products. Nano-sized zinc oxide can enhance a product's UV protection. While it is not believed to have a negative effect on skin, nano-zinc oxide may be harmful to coral reefs - though the verdict is not entirely out on this one.

Zinc Oxide also has antibacterial and calming properties. It is not water soluble.

Zinc has been used throughout history as an ingredient in paint and medicine. An Indian text from 500BC is believed to list zinc oxide as a salve for open wound. The Ancient Greek physician Dioscorides has also mentioned the use of zinc as an ointment in 1AD.

Learn more about Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant

Ci 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.

Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.

Synthetically created Ci 77492 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.

Learn more about CI 77492

Disteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.

It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.

Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.

Learn more about Disteardimonium Hectorite
Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning

Caprylyl 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 Glycol
Cleansing, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising

Stearic Acid is a fatty acid. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.

As an emollient, stearic acid helps soften skin. It aids the skin's protective barrier by preventing water loss. It also provides a gentle cleansing effect without stripping away natural oils.

Stearic acid may also be used to enhance the texture of products. It can add volume and stabilize ingredients such as water and oil. This can help water and oil ingredients from separating.

Sources of stearic acid include animal or vegetable fats/oils such as coconut or shea. It can be naturally found in butter, cocoa butter, shea butter, vegetable fats, and animal tallow.

This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.

Learn more about Stearic Acid
Emollient, Humectant, Skin Protecting

Aluminum Hydroxide is a form of aluminum. It can be naturally found in nature as the mineral gibbsite. In cosmetics, Aluminum Hydroxide is used as a colorant, pH adjuster, and absorbent.

As a colorant, Aluminum Hydroxide may add opacity, or reduce the transparency. Aluminum hydroxide is contains both basic and acidic properties.

According to manufacturers, this ingredient is an emollient and humectant. This means it helps hydrate the skin.

In medicine, this ingredient is used to help relieve heartburn and help heal ulcers.

There is currently no credible scientific evidence linking aluminum hydroxide in cosmetics to increased cancer risk.

Major health organizations allow the use of aluminum hydroxide in personal care products and have not flagged it as a carcinogenic risk at typical usage levels.

Learn more about Aluminum Hydroxide
Cosmetic Colorant

Ci 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.

Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.

Synthetically created Ci 77491 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.

Learn more about CI 77491
Cosmetic Colorant

Ci 77499 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It is created from mixing red and black iron oxides. This helps give shades of darkness to a product.

Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.

Skin Conditioning

Ethylhexylglycerin (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.

Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning

Hydrogenated Lecithin is created from the hydrogenation of lecithin (a group of phospholipids). Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction between hydrogen and another element.

This ingredient is an emollient and emulsifier. As an emollient, it helps soften skin by trapping moisture within. As an emulsifier, it prevents oil and water ingredients from separating.

Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning

Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.

One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.

Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.

Learn more about Tocopheryl Acetate
Skin Conditioning

Ceramide NP is a type of ceramide.

Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.

Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.

If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.

Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide AP Ceramide EOP

Learn more about Ceramide NP

Triethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone used to bind and stabilize ingredients.

As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. This can help elongate the shelf life of products.

Triethoxycaprylylsilane is often used to coat mineral sunscreens ingredients to help give a better feel. It also helps reduce oxidative stress in sunscreens.

Learn more about Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting

Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.

What it does:

Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:

Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.

Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.

This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.

Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.

Learn more about Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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 
Skin Conditioning

Adenosine is in every living organism. It is one of four components in nucleic acids that helps store our DNA.

Adenosine has many benefits when used. These benefits include hydrating the skin, smoothing skin, and reducing wrinkles. Once applied, adenosine increases collagen production. It also helps with improving firmness and tissue repair.

Studies have found adenosine may also help with wound healing.

In skincare products, Adenosine is usually derived from yeast.

Learn more about Adenosine
Masking, Skin Conditioning

This ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.

It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.

Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.

While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.

Learn more about Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Solvent

Propylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.

Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.

This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.

Those with sensitive skin or conditions may develop a rash when using this ingredient.

Learn more about Propylene Glycol

When to use

2 Routines
100% use in am
0% use in pm
50% use every as_needed