What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientPolyisobutene
Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Skin ConditioningRicinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientOctyldodecanol
Emollient
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Euphorbia Cerifera Wax
Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer
Abrasive
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Dextrin Palmitate
Emulsifying
Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningBenzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol
UV AbsorberCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantWater
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
Emollient
Shorea Robusta Seed Butter
Emollient
Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Camellia Japonica Seed Oil
Emollient
Rosa Centifolia Flower Extract
Astringent
Glycine
Buffering
Serine
Masking
Glutamic Acid
Humectant
Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil
Emollient
Aspartic Acid
Masking
Leucine
Skin ConditioningAlanine
MaskingLysine
Skin ConditioningCitrus Aurantifolia Flower Extract
AstringentArginine
Masking
Tyrosine
MaskingPhenylalanine
Masking
Proline
Skin ConditioningPrunus Persica Flower Extract
MoisturisingThreonine
Valine
MaskingIsoleucine
Skin ConditioningPyrus Malus Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningHistidine
Humectant
Cysteine
Antioxidant
Methionine
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningPunica Granatum Flower Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Polyisobutene, Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Diisostearyl Malate, Octyldodecanol, Synthetic Wax, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer, Microcrystalline Wax, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Dextrin Palmitate, Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol, CI 77491, Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Shorea Robusta Seed Butter, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, Butylene Glycol, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Rosa Centifolia Flower Extract, Glycine, Serine, Glutamic Acid, Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil, Aspartic Acid, Leucine, Alanine, Lysine, Citrus Aurantifolia Flower Extract, Arginine, Tyrosine, Phenylalanine, Proline, Prunus Persica Flower Extract, Threonine, Valine, Isoleucine, Pyrus Malus Flower Extract, Histidine, Cysteine, Methionine, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Extract, Punica Granatum Flower Extract
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientBis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate
EmollientMicrocrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
Octyldodecanol
Emollient
Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter
Emollient
Silica Silylate
EmollientSilica
Abrasive
Glyceryl Behenate/Eicosadioate
Emollient
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer
Abrasive
Dehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Snail Secretion Filtrate
Skin Conditioning
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
Antioxidant
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Saccharomyces Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Potassium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningSh-Oligopeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Oligopeptide-2
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Polypeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Polypeptide-22
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Polypeptide-3
Skin Conditioning
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Diisostearyl Malate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Microcrystalline Wax, Octyldodecanol, Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter, Silica Silylate, Silica, Glyceryl Behenate/Eicosadioate, Synthetic Wax, Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer, Dehydroacetic Acid, Snail Secretion Filtrate, Water, Butylene Glycol, Centella Asiatica Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid, Saccharomyces Ferment, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Potassium Hyaluronate, Sh-Oligopeptide-1, Sh-Oligopeptide-2, Sh-Polypeptide-1, Sh-Polypeptide-22, Sh-Polypeptide-3
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
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 GlycolThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideDiisostearyl Malate is an emollient and most often used in lip products. It comes from isostearyl alcohol, a fatty acid, and malic acid, an AHA.
As an emollient, Diisostearyl Malate helps create a thin film on your skin to trap moisture in. This helps keep your skin soft and smooth.
Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer is an exfoliant.
Ethylhexylglycerin (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.
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is a synthetic polymer. Polymers are compounds with high molecular weight. Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is an emollient and texture enhancer.
In one study, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene showed better skin hydration levels than Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. As an emollient, it helps keep your skin soft and hydrated by trapping moisture in.
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is often used as a mineral oil replacement.
Learn more about Hydrogenated PolyisobuteneMicrocrystalline Wax is created by de-oiling petroleum. It is highly refined and purified before being added to cosmetics.
Microcrystalline Wax is used to enhance the texture and create even consistency. It helps stabilize a product by preventing ingredients from separating.
Octyldodecanol is a fatty alcohol. It is primarily used to enhance the texture of products.
As an emulsifier, Octyldodecanol helps prevent the oils and waters from separating. It also prevents ingredients from creating foam when shaken.
Octyldodecanol is created by reducing fatty acid to an alcohol.
Due to its high molecular weight, it does not get absorbed into the skin.
Learn more about OctyldodecanolSynthetic Wax is created from fossil fuels such as natural gas. It is used to enhance texture, adjust pH, and as an occlusive.
It may also be used as an abrasive ingredient to exfoliate the skin.
Synthetic Wax may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Synthetic WaxWater. 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 Water
