What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Gamma-Docosalactone
Skin ConditioningMeadowfoam Estolide
Skin ConditioningMeadowfoam Delta-Lactone
Skin ConditioningIsostearoyl Hydrolyzed Keratin
CleansingIsostearoyl Hydrolyzed Silk
Skin ConditioningArgania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Opuntia Ficus-Indica Seed Oil
Emollient
Abies Alba Seed Oil
Antimicrobial
Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil
Emollient
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Bis-Ethoxydiglycol Cyclohexane 1,4-Dicarboxylate
EmollientPhytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
Skin ConditioningIsostearoyl Hydrolyzed Collagen
Cleansing
Ceramide Ng
Skin Conditioning
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientIsostearic Acid
Cleansing
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientCholesterol
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Gamma-Docosalactone, Meadowfoam Estolide, Meadowfoam Delta-Lactone, Isostearoyl Hydrolyzed Keratin, Isostearoyl Hydrolyzed Silk, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Seed Oil, Abies Alba Seed Oil, Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Persea Gratissima Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Bis-Ethoxydiglycol Cyclohexane 1,4-Dicarboxylate, Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Isostearoyl Hydrolyzed Collagen, Ceramide Ng, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Tocopherol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Diisostearyl Malate, Isostearic Acid, Isononyl Isononanoate, Cholesterol, Parfum
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Keratin Amino Acids
Skin ConditioningGlycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCitral
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
CI 26100
Cosmetic ColorantCI 47000
Cosmetic ColorantIngredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
You may know this ingredient as argan oil. It has emollient and skin conditioning properties that help soften skin and reinforce the lipid barrier.
The fatty acid profile of argan oil is roughly 45-55% oleic acid, 28-36% linoleic acid, 10-15% palmitic acid, and 5-7% stearic acid. It also contains vitamin E, sterols, squalene, and polyphenols like ferulic acid.
Two clinical studies in postmenopausal women found that applying argan oil for 60 days significantly improved skin elasticity and moisturization (reduced transepidermal water loss and increased epidermal water content).
Since it is high in oleic and linoleic acid, this ingredient may not be fungal acne safe. Both of these fall in the C11-C24 range that Malassezia yeast can metabolize.
Learn more about Argania Spinosa Kernel OilCyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
It is also an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneEthylhexylglycerin 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 EthylhexylglycerinTocopherol 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 Tocopherol
