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What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Tricaprylyl Citrate
EmollientPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningBis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Boron Nitride
AbsorbentCaprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride
EmollientCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract
MaskingMangifera Indica Seed Butter
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingUrea
Buffering
Yeast Amino Acids
HumectantTrehalose
Humectant
Inositol
Humectant
Taurine
BufferingBetaine
Humectant
Glycine Soja Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Iris Florentina Root Extract
MaskingDioscorea Villosa Root Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycine Soja Sterols
Emollient
Trifolium Pratense Flower Extract
Astringent
Palmitoyl Oligopeptide
Cleansing
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Skin Conditioning
Retinol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningOenothera Biennis Oil
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Borago Officinalis Seed Oil
Emollient
Dipeptide-2
Skin Conditioning
Hesperidin Methyl Chalcone
Antioxidant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Sodium PCA
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Oleyl Alcohol
Emollient
Steareth-20
CleansingLecithin
Emollient
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Sodium Potassium Aluminum Silicate
Aminomethyl Propanol
BufferingDisodium EDTA
Silica
Abrasive
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Butylene Glycol, Tricaprylyl Citrate, Pentylene Glycol, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Jojoba Esters, Glycerin, Boron Nitride, Caprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract, Mangifera Indica Seed Butter, Dimethicone, Cetyl Phosphate, Urea, Yeast Amino Acids, Trehalose, Inositol, Taurine, Betaine, Glycine Soja Seed Extract, Iris Florentina Root Extract, Dioscorea Villosa Root Extract, Glycine Soja Sterols, Trifolium Pratense Flower Extract, Palmitoyl Oligopeptide, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Retinol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, Dipeptide-2, Hesperidin Methyl Chalcone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sodium PCA, Panthenol, Oleyl Alcohol, Steareth-20, Lecithin, Carbomer, Polysorbate 20, Sodium Potassium Aluminum Silicate, Aminomethyl Propanol, Disodium EDTA, Silica, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Chlorphenesin, CI 77891
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Squalane
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Mel
EmollientAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Cellulose
AbsorbentArachidyl Alcohol
EmollientRoyal Jelly
Fructose
Humectant
C10-18 Triglycerides
Emollient
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Stearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingBehenyl Alcohol
Emollient
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric/Succinic Triglyceride
EmollientAvena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Arachidyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningZingiber Zerumbet Extract
Skin ConditioningChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Propylene Carbonate
SolventSodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Sodium Citrate
BufferingParfum
Masking
Aesculus Hippocastanum Extract
Antioxidant
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingCentella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Malva Sylvestris Extract
AstringentSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialBiosaccharide Gum-2
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Caramel
Cosmetic ColorantSodium Hydroxide
BufferingWater, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Propanediol, Squalane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Mel, Alcohol, Cellulose, Arachidyl Alcohol, Royal Jelly, Fructose, C10-18 Triglycerides, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Sodium Polyacrylate, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Behenyl Alcohol, CI 77891, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Caprylic/Capric/Succinic Triglyceride, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Arachidyl Glucoside, Caprylyl Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Zingiber Zerumbet Extract, Chlorphenesin, Propylene Carbonate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Citrate, Parfum, Aesculus Hippocastanum Extract, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Malva Sylvestris Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Biosaccharide Gum-2, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Tin Oxide, Potassium Sorbate, Caramel, Sodium Hydroxide
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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 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 TriglycerideCaprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolCetyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product.
Its main roles are:
Though it has "alcohol" in the name, it is not related to denatured alcohol or ethyl alcohol.
The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
Learn more about Cetyl AlcoholChlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative. It helps protect a product against bacteria in order to extend shelf life. In most cases, Chlorphenesin is paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol and caprylyl glycol.
Chlorphenesin is a biocide. This means it is able to help fight the microorganisms on our skin. It is also able to fight odor-releasing bacteria.
Chlorphenesin is soluble in both water and glycerin.
Studies show Chlorphenesin is easily absorbed by our skin. You should speak with a skincare professional if you have concerns about using Chlorphenesin.
Learn more about ChlorphenesinCi 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinPentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can also help thicken or stabilize a product.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolSodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateWater. 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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