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Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingGlycerin
HumectantHydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
CleansingPropanediol
SolventPotassium Cocoyl Glycinate
Acrylates Copolymer
Cetearyl Alcohol
EmollientPotassium Cocoate
EmulsifyingSorbitan Olivate
EmulsifyingSalicylic Acid
MaskingGlycol Distearate
EmollientGlyceryl Stearate
EmollientCitric Acid
BufferingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientButylene Glycol
Humectant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientCentella Asiatica Extract
CleansingDisodium 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
Cocos Nucifera Oil
MaskingWater
Skin ConditioningOlea Europaea Fruit Oil
MaskingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
EmollientOryza Sativa Powder
Avena Sativa Kernel Meal
AbrasiveZea Mays Starch
AbsorbentCentella Asiatica Extract
CleansingLactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract
Skin ConditioningBifida Ferment Extract
HumectantSodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentStearic Acid
CleansingLauric Acid
CleansingButylene Glycol
Humectant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientCocos Nucifera Oil, Water, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Sodium Hydroxide, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Oryza Sativa Powder, Avena Sativa Kernel Meal, Zea Mays Starch, Centella Asiatica Extract, Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Bifida Ferment Extract, Sodium Polyacrylate, Stearic Acid, Lauric Acid, Butylene Glycol, 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.
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 GlycolCentella Asiatica Extract (Centella) is derived from an herb native to Southeast Asia. It is famous for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Centella is rich in antioxidants and amino acids, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside.
Studies show the compounds in centella help with:
The combination of all these properties makes centella effective at soothing, hydrating, and protecting the skin.
Other great components of centella include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Fun fact: Centella has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.
Learn more about Centella Asiatica ExtractWater. 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