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Ingredients Side-by-side
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Lauryl PEG/PPG-18/18 Methicone
Skin Conditioning
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingCetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emollient
Magnesium Sulfate
Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Isoamyl P-Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Glucose
Humectant
Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
Skin Conditioning
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientParfum
Masking
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Fructose
Humectant
Fructooligosaccharides
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
Emollient1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Water
Skin Conditioning
Borago Officinalis Extract
Emollient
Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract
AstringentChamomilla Recutita Flower/Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialSalvia Sclarea Extract
AntiseborrhoeicPropanediol
Solvent
Hyacinthus Orientalis Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans
HumectantCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Bambusa Arundinacea Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
Emollient
Benzyl Glycol
SolventSodium Benzoate
Masking
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Cyclopentasiloxane, Water, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Zinc Oxide, Lauryl PEG/PPG-18/18 Methicone, CI 77891, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Magnesium Sulfate, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Isoamyl P-Methoxycinnamate, Glucose, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Aluminum Hydroxide, Parfum, Stearic Acid, Glyceryl Caprylate, Caprylyl Glycol, Fructose, Fructooligosaccharides, Dimethicone, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycerin, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Water, Borago Officinalis Extract, Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower/Leaf Extract, Salvia Sclarea Extract, Propanediol, Hyacinthus Orientalis Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans, Centella Asiatica Extract, Bambusa Arundinacea Stem Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Citric Acid, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Benzyl Glycol, Sodium Benzoate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Hyaluronic Acid
Water
Skin ConditioningDibutyl Adipate
EmollientButyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
Solvent
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol
UV Filter
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone
UV Absorber
Glycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Laminaria Japonica Extract
Skin Protecting
Sargassum Fulvellum Extract
Skin ConditioningUndaria Pinnatifida Extract
Skin ConditioningHizikia Fusiforme Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningBehenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate
Emulsion StabilisingPolyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
Emulsifying
Decyl Glucoside
CleansingTromethamine
BufferingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingPolyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Betaine
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Fructan
Skin ConditioningTremella Fuciformis Polysaccharide
Emulsion Stabilising
Water, Dibutyl Adipate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Propanediol, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Niacinamide, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Caprylyl Methicone, Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Sargassum Fulvellum Extract, Undaria Pinnatifida Extract, Hizikia Fusiforme Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Pentylene Glycol, Behenyl Alcohol, Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Decyl Glucoside, Tromethamine, Carbomer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Xanthan Gum, Tocopherol, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Betaine, Panthenol, Fructan, Tremella Fuciformis Polysaccharide
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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.Â
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 preservativesÂ
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 GlycolEthylhexylglycerin (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.
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 GlycerinHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid is a form of hyaluronic acid. It is created by the hydrolysis of hyaluronic acid with a high molecular weight. Once created, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid has a low molecular weight.
Low molecular weight HA has been shown to hydrate and increase elasticity of the skin. Increasing elasticity is also associated with reduction of wrinkle depth.
One study found topical low molecular weight hyaluronic acid may be considered for the treatment of rosacea in the adult population. However, we always recommend speaking with a professional about your skin concerns.
Hyaluronic acids are a humectant. This means they draw moisture from the air. Hyaluronic acids help moisturize, soothe, and protect the skin.
Read more about other common forms of hyaluronic acid:
Learn more about Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidPolymethylsilsesquioxane is a silicone used as a film forming agent.
When applied to the skin, this ingredient creates an invisible film on the surface. This film still allows oxygen to pass through, but prevents moisture from escaping. This can help condition and hydrate the skin. It also leaves a silky feel when applied.
Polymethylsilsesquioxane has not been shown to clog pores. It has been deemed safe to use up to 55%, but most cosmetics use much less.
If you have concerns about using this ingredient, we recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about PolymethylsilsesquioxanePropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolSodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateWater. 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
