What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Dimethicone
Emollient
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Trisiloxane
Skin Conditioning
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Water
Skin ConditioningVitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil
Skin Protecting
Camellia Japonica Seed Oil
Emollient
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Pyrus Malus Seed Oil
Emollient
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Prunus Avium Seed Oil
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Terminalia Chebula Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningVigna Radiata Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningCorchorus Olitorius Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycine Max Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningOryza Sativa Extract
Absorbent
Laminaria Japonica Extract
Skin Protecting
Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract
Astringent
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Soy Protein Extract
Skin ConditioningMilk Protein
Skin ConditioningMalus Domestica Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Soy Protein
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningWhey Protein
Skin ConditioningSilkworm Cocoon Extract
HumectantMilk Protein Extract
Hydrolyzed Silk
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Elastin
EmollientHydrolyzed Keratin
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Rice Protein
Skin ConditioningGlycine
Buffering
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Avena Sativa Protein Extract
Skin ConditioningOryza Sativa Bran Protein
Antioxidant
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Lupine Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Sweet Almond Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Oat Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Pea Protein
EmollientHydrolyzed Sesame Protein
Skin ConditioningSerine
Masking
Glutamic Acid
Humectant
Asparagine
MaskingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Rice Bran Protein
Skin ConditioningLeucine
Skin ConditioningAspartic Acid
Masking
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Glutamine
Skin ConditioningElastin Amino Acids
Skin ConditioningAlanine
Masking
Arginine
Masking
Lysine
Skin ConditioningValine
MaskingTyrosine
MaskingPhenylalanine
Masking
Proline
Skin Conditioning
Threonine
Silk Amino Acids
HumectantSilk Powder
Skin ConditioningKeratin Amino Acids
Skin ConditioningBiotin
AntiseborrhoeicIsoleucine
Skin ConditioningCysteine
Antioxidant
Histidine
Humectant
Methionine
Skin ConditioningTryptophan
MaskingOrnithine
Skin ConditioningCarnitine
Cleansing
Cholesterol
Emollient
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Amyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Coumarin
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Butylphenyl Methylpropional
Perfuming
Parfum
Masking
Cyclopentasiloxane, Alcohol Denat., Dimethicone, Cyclohexasiloxane, Trisiloxane, Phenyl Trimethicone, Isononyl Isononanoate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Water, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Pyrus Malus Seed Oil, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Prunus Avium Seed Oil, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Tocopherol, Terminalia Chebula Fruit Extract, Vigna Radiata Seed Extract, Corchorus Olitorius Leaf Extract, Glycine Max Seed Extract, Oryza Sativa Extract, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein Extract, Milk Protein, Malus Domestica Fruit Extract, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Whey Protein, Silkworm Cocoon Extract, Milk Protein Extract, Hydrolyzed Silk, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Hydrolyzed Elastin, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Glycine, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Avena Sativa Protein Extract, Oryza Sativa Bran Protein, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Protein, Hydrolyzed Lupine Protein, Hydrolyzed Sweet Almond Protein, Hydrolyzed Oat Protein, Hydrolyzed Pea Protein, Hydrolyzed Sesame Protein, Serine, Glutamic Acid, Asparagine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrolyzed Rice Bran Protein, Leucine, Aspartic Acid, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Glutamine, Elastin Amino Acids, Alanine, Arginine, Lysine, Valine, Tyrosine, Phenylalanine, Proline, Threonine, Silk Amino Acids, Silk Powder, Keratin Amino Acids, Biotin, Isoleucine, Cysteine, Histidine, Methionine, Tryptophan, Ornithine, Carnitine, Cholesterol, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Amyl Cinnamal, Citronellol, Coumarin, Limonene, Geraniol, Linalool, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Parfum
Dimethicone
Emollient
Isohexadecane
EmollientC13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Coco-Caprylate
Emollient
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Zea Mays Oil
Emulsifying
Beta-Carotene
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Punica Granatum Seed Oil
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningMorinda Citrifolia Seed Powder
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Eclipta Prostrata Extract
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Limonene
Perfuming
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Citral
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCitronellol
Perfuming
Pseudozyma Epicola/Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil Ferment Extract Filtrate
Humectant
Dimethicone, Isohexadecane, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Coco-Caprylate, Phenyl Trimethicone, Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate, Propanediol, Zea Mays Oil, Beta-Carotene, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Punica Granatum Seed Oil, Water, Morinda Citrifolia Seed Powder, Parfum, Hexyl Cinnamal, Eclipta Prostrata Extract, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Limonene, Tocopherol, Citral, Linalool, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Citronellol, Pseudozyma Epicola/Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil Ferment Extract Filtrate
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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.
Citronellol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is often derived from plants such as roses. In fact, it can be found in many essential oils including geranium, lavender, neroli, and more. The scent of Citronellol is often described as "fresh, grassy, and citrus-like".
Since the Citronellol molecule is already unstable, Citronellol becomes irritating on the skin when exposed to air.
Citronellol is a modified terpene. Terpenes are unsaturated hydrocarbons found in plants. They make up the primary part of essential oils.
Citronellol is not able to be absorbed into deeper layers of the skin. It has low permeability,
Citronellol is also a natural insect repellent.
Learn more about CitronellolDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz. It is also known as polydimethylsiloxane.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeLimonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about LimoneneLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumPhenyl Trimethicone is a silicon-based polymer. It is derived from silica.
Phenyl Trimethicone is used as an emollient and prevents products from foaming.
As an emollient, it helps trap moisture in the skin. It is considered an occlusive.
Learn more about Phenyl TrimethiconeTocopherol is a fat-soluble antioxidant known as Vitamin E.
You'll find this ingredient in the vast majority of skincare (for good reason). It works to neutralize free radicals, or unstable molecules generated by UV exposure, pollution, and other environmental stressors, before they can cause oxidative damage to your skin cells.
Topically applied tocopherol has been shown to protect against UV damage by ramping up the skin's own natural defense enzymes.
It also acts as a skin conditioning agent; some studies show that regular topical use can improve the skin's water-binding capacity over 2-4 weeks.
This ingredient is especially loved for being a team player. When combined with Vitamin C, the photoprotective effect of both ingredients roughly doubles and the combo also helps reduce UV-induced DNA damage.
This ingredient has some brightening potential but it's more of a prevention ingredient than spot-fader. Cell studies show it can slow down melanin production but it's worth noting that it's not the most powerful brightener out there.
In formulations, it also serves as a stabilizer that helps protect other oxidation-prone ingredients from degrading.
Concentrations usually range from 0.1-1% in most leave-on products.
Learn more about TocopherolWater. 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
