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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Myristyl Myristate
Emollient
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
Antioxidant
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Propanediol
Solvent
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Punica Granatum Extract
AstringentXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Caffeine
Skin Conditioning
Ascorbyl Glucoside
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingTin Oxide
Abrasive
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Sodium Stearate
CleansingCeteareth-20
Cleansing
Calcium Chloride
AstringentCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Dimethicone, Cetearyl Alcohol, Isopropyl Myristate, Myristyl Myristate, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Propanediol, Phenoxyethanol, Mica, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, Punica Granatum Extract, Xanthan Gum, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Carbomer, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Caffeine, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Ethylhexylglycerin, Lactobacillus Ferment, Tocopherol, Sodium Hydroxide, Tin Oxide, Citric Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glycine Soja Oil, Sodium Stearate, Ceteareth-20, Calcium Chloride, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77492
Water
Skin ConditioningCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Glycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Cellulose
AbsorbentSodium Acrylates Copolymer
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Enantia Chlorantha Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningMagnesium PCA
Humectant
Lecithin
Emollient
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingNelumbo Nucifera Flower Water
TonicNymphaea Coerulea Flower Water
Skin ConditioningOleanolic Acid
Skin ConditioningTrisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWithania Somnifera Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Avena Sativa Leaf/Stalk Extract
Skin ConditioningChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningPassiflora Incarnata Extract
AstringentScutellaria Lateriflora Extract
Skin ConditioningFructose
Humectant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingVitex Agnus-Castus Extract
AstringentPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Water, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Pentylene Glycol, Propanediol, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Maltodextrin, Cellulose, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Enantia Chlorantha Bark Extract, Magnesium PCA, Lecithin, Xanthan Gum, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Water, Nymphaea Coerulea Flower Water, Oleanolic Acid, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Withania Somnifera Root Extract, Avena Sativa Leaf/Stalk Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract, Passiflora Incarnata Extract, Scutellaria Lateriflora Extract, Fructose, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Vitex Agnus-Castus Extract, Potassium Sorbate
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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.
Citric Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) naturally found in citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and limes.
Like other AHAs, citric acid can exfoliate skin by breaking down the bonds that hold dead skin cells together. This helps reveal smoother and brighter skin underneath.
However, this exfoliating effect only happens at high concentrations (20%) which can be hard to find in cosmetic products.
Due to this, citric acid is usually included in small amounts as a pH adjuster. This helps keep products slightly more acidic and compatible with skin's natural pH.
In skincare formulas, citric acid can:
While it can provide some skin benefits, research shows lactic acid and glycolic acid are generally more effective and less irritating exfoliants.
Most citric acid used in skincare today is made by fermenting sugars (usually from molasses). This synthetic version is identical to the natural citrus form but easier to stabilize and use in formulations.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidCoco-Caprylate/Caprate is created from fatty coconut alcohol, caprylic acid, and capric acid.
It is a lightweight emollient. Emollients create a thin barrier on the skin to trap moisture in. This helps keep your skin hydrated and soft.
Once applied, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate is absorbed quickly and leaves a silky feel.
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Coco-Caprylate/CaprateEthylhexylglycerin (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.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Propanediol 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 Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideWater. 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 WaterXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan Gum
