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Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Steartrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate
EmollientCetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Polyquaternium-10
Dicocodimonium Chloride
EmulsifyingGlyceryl Tri-Hydrogenated Rosinate
EmollientDisodium EDTA
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Isomalt
HumectantHydrolyzed Keratin
Humectant
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Mangifera Indica Seed Oil
Emollient
Salicylic Acid
Masking
O-Cymen-5-Ol
Antimicrobial
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Punica Granatum Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract
Skin ConditioningKeratin
Skin ConditioningCitrus Reticulata Peel Extract
Skin ConditioningPanax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Wasabia Japonica Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialPisum Sativum Sprout Extract
Skin ConditioningSasa Veitchii Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningPrunus Lannesiana Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningPaeonia Albiflora Root Extract
Skin ConditioningRosa Centifolia Flower Extract
Astringent
Rosa Damascena Flower Extract
Masking
Citrus Junos Seed Extract
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Conchiolin Protein
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingLecithin
Emollient
Argania Spinosa Callus Culture Extract
Skin ConditioningRosa Hybrid Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Malic Acid
Buffering
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Prunus Yedoensis Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningWater, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Steartrimonium Chloride, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Isopropyl Alcohol, Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Cetrimonium Chloride, Polyquaternium-10, Dicocodimonium Chloride, Glyceryl Tri-Hydrogenated Rosinate, Disodium EDTA, Butylene Glycol, Lactic Acid, Isomalt, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Mangifera Indica Seed Oil, Salicylic Acid, O-Cymen-5-Ol, Alcohol, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract, Keratin, Citrus Reticulata Peel Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Wasabia Japonica Leaf Extract, Pisum Sativum Sprout Extract, Sasa Veitchii Leaf Extract, Prunus Lannesiana Flower Extract, Paeonia Albiflora Root Extract, Rosa Centifolia Flower Extract, Rosa Damascena Flower Extract, Citrus Junos Seed Extract, Hydrolyzed Conchiolin Protein, Xanthan Gum, Lecithin, Argania Spinosa Callus Culture Extract, Rosa Hybrid Flower Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Malic Acid, Ascorbic Acid, Prunus Yedoensis Leaf Extract
Water
Skin ConditioningLauramidopropyl Betaine
CleansingSodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
Cleansing
Sodium Lauroyl Methylaminopropionate
CleansingGlycerin
Humectant
Cocamide Methyl Mea
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract
Cleansing
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Acacia Senegal Gum
MaskingSoluble Collagen
Humectant
Squalane
Emollient
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
Skin Conditioning
Salvia Hispanica Seed Oil
Emollient
Citrus Junos Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningHydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Cetearyl Olivate
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Keratin
Skin ConditioningGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Coptis Japonica Root Extract
Skin ConditioningArginine
Masking
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Citric Acid
Buffering
PPG-7
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Menthol
Masking
Parfum
Masking
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Polyquaternium-10
Polyquaternium-47
Skin ConditioningWater, Lauramidopropyl Betaine, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Sodium Lauroyl Methylaminopropionate, Glycerin, Cocamide Methyl Mea, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract, Panthenol, Acacia Senegal Gum, Soluble Collagen, Squalane, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Salvia Hispanica Seed Oil, Citrus Junos Fruit Extract, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Keratin, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Coptis Japonica Root Extract, Arginine, Maltodextrin, Citric Acid, PPG-7, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Menthol, Parfum, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Benzoate, Polyquaternium-10, Polyquaternium-47
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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.
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 GlycolDisodium EDTA is a chelating agent. It grabs onto and deactivates metal ions that sneak into your products from water, packaging, or air.
This ingredient mainly works behind the scenes and helps with:
On top of that, this ingredient can counteract the effects of hard water by binding to the minerals in it.
One thing worth knowing is that Disodium EDTA has been shown to be a mild penetration enhancer. It can help other ingredients absorb into skin more effectively which can be a double-edged sword (great for actives, but can also make the active too strong if you have sensitive skin).
Clinical patch testing showed no significant skin irritation at typical use concentrations and minimal dermal absorption.
You'll most likely see this ingredient near the end of an ingredient list. It's typically found in concentrations less than 1%.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAGlycerin (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 GlycerinKeratin is a protein naturally found in our hair and skin.
In haircare, it has been shown to seal broken cuticles. This can help prevent breakage and split ends.
Parfum 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 ParfumPhenoxyethanol 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.
Polyquaternium-10 is an ammonium salt of hydroxyethylcellulose. It is a white and granular powder used as a film-former and anti-static agent.
This ingredient is commonly found in hair conditioning products. According to a manufacturer, its positive charge makes it great for absorbing hair proteins. The manufacturer also states this ingredient helps with curl retention.
For haircare friends: this ingredient is not a silicone.
Learn more about Polyquaternium-10Water. 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!
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