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Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
CleansingDisodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate
CleansingCocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingCocamide Mea
EmulsifyingSodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate
CleansingGlycol Distearate
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
EmulsifyingHydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol
Skin ConditioningArgania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Silk Amino Acids
HumectantKeratin Amino Acids
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Keratin
Humectant
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialLavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract
Cleansing
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Extract
Abrasive
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Amodimethicone
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Trideceth-12
EmulsifyingDimethiconol
Emollient
Divinyldimethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer
C12-13 Pareth-23
CleansingC12-13 Pareth-3
EmulsifyingPolyquaternium-10
Sodium PCA
Humectant
Quaternium-80
Polyquaternium-7
Cinnamidopropyltrimonium Chloride
PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate
Emulsifying
PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
EmulsifyingCitric Acid
Buffering
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
CI 17200
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantSodium Acetate
BufferingIsopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Tetrasodium EDTA
Disodium EDTA
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Butylphenyl Methylpropional
Perfuming
Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde
Masking
Linalool
Perfuming
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Water, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Cocamide Mea, Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate, Glycol Distearate, Dimethicone, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Persea Gratissima Oil, Silk Amino Acids, Keratin Amino Acids, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Propylene Glycol, Panthenol, Amodimethicone, Cetrimonium Chloride, Trideceth-12, Dimethiconol, Divinyldimethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer, C12-13 Pareth-23, C12-13 Pareth-3, Polyquaternium-10, Sodium PCA, Quaternium-80, Polyquaternium-7, Cinnamidopropyltrimonium Chloride, PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate, PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Chlorphenesin, CI 17200, CI 19140, Sodium Acetate, Isopropyl Alcohol, Tetrasodium EDTA, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Parfum, Cyclopentasiloxane, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, Linalool, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate
CleansingGlycol Distearate
Emollient
Sodium Laureth-8 Sulfate
Cleansing
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingSodium Chloride
Masking
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Sodium Methylparaben
Preservative
Magnesium Laureth-8 Sulfate
Cleansing
Magnesium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Sodium Oleth Sulfate
Cleansing
Hydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Polyquaternium-30
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Ethylparaben
Preservative
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingMagnesium Oleth Sulfate
Cleansing
Amyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Methylparaben
Preservative
Linalool
Perfuming
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
2-Oleamido-1,3-Octadecanediol
Skin ConditioningLimonene
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Behentrimonium Methosulfate
Quaternium-33
Trehalose
Humectant
Tamarindus Indica Seed Polysaccharide
Skin ConditioningMyrothamnus Flabellifolia Leaf Extract
EmollientCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingParfum
Masking
Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Glycol Distearate, Sodium Laureth-8 Sulfate, Hexylene Glycol, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Methylparaben, Magnesium Laureth-8 Sulfate, Magnesium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Oleth Sulfate, Hydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Alcohol Denat., Polyquaternium-30, Salicylic Acid, Ethylparaben, Carbomer, Magnesium Oleth Sulfate, Amyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Alcohol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Methylparaben, Linalool, Benzyl Salicylate, 2-Oleamido-1,3-Octadecanediol, Limonene, Citronellol, Cetyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Quaternium-33, Trehalose, Tamarindus Indica Seed Polysaccharide, Myrothamnus Flabellifolia Leaf Extract, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Parfum
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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 AcidGlycol Distearate serves as a pearlizing or opacifying agent in cosmetic products.
It's often included in cleansers and haircare products to give them a lustrous or shimmering appearance.
It is derived from stearic acid, a natural fatty acid commonly found in vegetable oils and animal fats.
Glycol Distearate isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Glycol DistearateLinalool 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 ParfumSodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateWater. 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!
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