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Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingGlycerin
Humectant
Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Cleansing
Propanediol
Solvent
Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate
Acrylates Copolymer
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Potassium Cocoate
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Glycol Distearate
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Citric Acid
Buffering
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Disodium EDTA
Water, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Glycerin, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Propanediol, Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate, Acrylates Copolymer, Cetearyl Alcohol, Potassium Cocoate, Sorbitan Olivate, Salicylic Acid, Glycol Distearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Citric Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glyceryl Caprylate, Centella Asiatica Extract, Disodium EDTA
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingLauryl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingGlycol Distearate
Emollient
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingArginine
Masking
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Cleansing
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Menthyl Lactate
MaskingPolyquaternium-67
Microcrystalline Cellulose
AbsorbentSodium Phytate
Zea Mays Starch
AbsorbentButylene Glycol
Humectant
Mannitol
Humectant
Phenethyl Alcohol
Masking1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Acetate
BufferingTriticum Vulgare Sprout Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningMentha Suaveolens Leaf Extract
AstringentEthylcellulose
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingSolanum Melongena Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningAmber Powder
Curcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Corallina Officinalis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil
Humectant
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Algin
Masking
Collagen Extract
Skin Conditioning
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Water, Glycerin, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Lauryl Hydroxysultaine, Glycol Distearate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Arginine, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Sodium Chloride, Glyceryl Caprylate, Caprylyl Glycol, Menthyl Lactate, Polyquaternium-67, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Sodium Phytate, Zea Mays Starch, Butylene Glycol, Mannitol, Phenethyl Alcohol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Sodium Acetate, Triticum Vulgare Sprout Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Mentha Suaveolens Leaf Extract, Ethylcellulose, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Amber Powder, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Algin, Collagen Extract, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
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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.
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
Butylene 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 GlycolGlycerin 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 GlycerinGlyceryl Caprylate comes from glycerin and caprylic acid, a fatty acid from coconut. It has emollient and emulsifier properties.
As an emollient, it helps hydrate your skin. Emollients work by creating a barrier on your skin to trap moisture in, helping to keep your skin soft and smooth.
On the other hand, emulsifiers prevent ingredients (such as oil and water) from separating.
Learn more about Glyceryl CaprylateGlycol Distearate serves as a pearlizing or opacifying agent in cosmetic products.
It's often included in cleansers and haircare products to give them a lustrous or shimmering appearance.
It is derived from stearic acid, a natural fatty acid commonly found in vegetable oils and animal fats.
Glycol Distearate isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Glycol DistearateHydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate is a modified starch used to help thicken a product.
It is also used in foods.
Sodium cocoyl isethionate is a natural ingredient from coconut oil. It is an ultra gentle cleanser that gives a nice foam without drying the skin or impacting the skin barrier.
The amount of foam created depends on the amount of sodium cocoyl isethionate used in the product.
This ingredient also helps improve the spreadability of a product.
Learn more about Sodium Cocoyl IsethionateThis gentle cleansing and foaming ingredient is known for leaving a smooth feeling in skin and hair. It is made using coconut oil.
According to the manufacturer, it is soluble in water and has resistance to hard water, acid, and alkali.
Due to its coconut base, it may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Sodium Methyl Cocoyl TaurateWater. 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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