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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane
EmollientTrehalose
Humectant
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTromethamine
BufferingCyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Polyacrylate-13
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPolyisobutene
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
Solvent
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Disodium EDTA
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract
EmollientCoptis Chinensis Root Extract
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Dextrin
AbsorbentTheobroma Cacao Extract
Skin ConditioningBHT
Antioxidant
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningRoyal Jelly
Propolis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Royal Jelly Protein
Skin ConditioningIris Florentina Root Extract
MaskingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Copper Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Dimethicone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane, Trehalose, Polysorbate 20, Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Cyclopentasiloxane, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Cyclohexasiloxane, Polyacrylate-13, Xanthan Gum, Polyisobutene, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Adenosine, Propanediol, Sorbitan Isostearate, Disodium EDTA, Centella Asiatica Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract, Coptis Chinensis Root Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Beta-Glucan, Dextrin, Theobroma Cacao Extract, BHT, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Extract, Royal Jelly, Propolis Extract, Hydrolyzed Royal Jelly Protein, Iris Florentina Root Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Copper Tripeptide-1, Ethylhexylglycerin
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Methylpropanediol
SolventOctyldodeceth-16
EmulsifyingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTromethamine
BufferingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAvena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Potentilla Anserina Extract
Skin ConditioningPolyquaternium-51
Skin Conditioning
Cynara Scolymus Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningDioscorea Japonica Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Laminaria Japonica Extract
Skin Protecting
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Viola Mandshurica Flower Extract
Antioxidant
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantCholesterol
Emollient
Ectoin
Skin Conditioning
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Propanediol
Solvent
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Ceramide As
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide Ns
Skin Conditioning
Sucrose Distearate
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
MaskingCeramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Water, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycerin, Panthenol, Methylpropanediol, Octyldodeceth-16, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Potentilla Anserina Extract, Polyquaternium-51, Cynara Scolymus Leaf Extract, Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Viola Mandshurica Flower Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Beta-Glucan, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water, Tocopherol, Ceramide NP, Dipropylene Glycol, Cholesterol, Ectoin, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Propanediol, Glyceryl Stearate, Ceramide As, Ceramide AP, Ceramide Ns, Sucrose Distearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Ceramide EOP
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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
Beta-Glucan is a soluble polysaccharide (a chain of glucose sugars) sourced from the cells walls of oats, baker's yeast, mushrooms, and seaweed.
It's a rare ingredient that pulls double-duty as a heavy-duty hydrator and skin-soothing repair agent.
On the surface, it acts as a humectant that holds water in place and reduces moisture loss for a plumper, smoother feel, while its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties make it a great pick for calming redness or sensitive skin
The more interesting story is underneath:
Despite its large molecular size, oat beta-glucan has been shown to penetrate the epidermis and reach the dermis by slipping between skin cells. Here, it interacts with fibroblasts and macrophages to nudge collagen synthesis and support wound repair.
A small 2005 split-face clinical study of 27 subjects found topical beta-glucan produced measurable reductions in wrinkle depth, height, and roughness after 8 weeks of use.
It is worth noting the trial was small and the penetration testing used frozen, irradiated skin so the anti-aging data is encouraging rather than definitive.
This ingredient gets along with pretty much everything and is typically used around 0.1-1%.
Fungal acne: This ingredient is not a food source for the Malassezia yeast because it is a glucose polysaccharide with no fatty acid or ester component.
Learn more about Beta-GlucanButylene 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 GlycolCarbomer is a high-molecular weight polymer of acrylic acid. It is used to form gels and thicken formulas.
Due to its large molecular size, carbomer has minimal skin penetration and is considered an inert ingredient.
A high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Don't worry, most products contain 1% or less of carbomer.
Learn more about CarbomerEthylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Learn more about EthylhexylglycerinGlycerin (or glycerol) is a compound naturally found in your skin. It's a powerhouse humectant that pulls water into the stratum corneum.
Topically, glycerin does several things at once:
Your skin makes glycerin on its own (mostly from sebaceous oil breakdown) and shuttles it to your outermost layer of skin, or your epidermis, via aquaporin-3.
Aquaporin-3 is a transporter that is essential for normal skin hydration, elasticity, and repair. Interestingly, mice lacking in AQP3 have dry and less elastic skin that can be fully corrected with glycerin.
This ingredient is non-irritating, plays well with almost every ingredient, and works across all skin types. Typical use is anywhere between 3-10% but can go up to 79% in some leave-on products.
Just know very high concentrations (>40%) can feel tacky in low humidity.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
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 PropanediolTromethamine helps balance the pH and improve the texture of a product. It is synthetically created.
As an emulsifier, Tromethamine prevents oil and water ingredients from separating. This helps stabilize the product and elongate a product's shelf life. Tromethamine also makes a product thicker.
Tromethamine helps balance the pH level of a product. Normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5). The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome. Being slightly acidic allows our skin to create an "acid mantle". This acid mantle is a thin barrier that protects our skin from bacteria and contaminants.
Oral Tromethanmine is an anti-inflammatory drug but plays the role of masking, adding fragrance, and/or balancing pH in skincare.
1,3-Propanediol, 2-amino-2-(hydroxymethyl)-
Learn more about TromethamineWater. 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. Remember to stay hydrated!
Learn more about Water
