What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningHomosalate
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
Solvent
Octocrylene
UV Absorber
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
Emulsifying
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Urea
Buffering
Yeast Amino Acids
HumectantTrehalose
Humectant
Inositol
Humectant
Taurine
BufferingBetaine
Humectant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingPolyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCaprylhydroxamic Acid
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Pinene
Masking
Linalyl Acetate
Masking
Parfum
Masking
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Homosalate, Propanediol, Octocrylene, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid, Urea, Yeast Amino Acids, Trehalose, Inositol, Taurine, Betaine, Tocopherol, Persea Gratissima Oil, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Sodium Hydroxide, Chlorphenesin, Limonene, Linalool, Pinene, Linalyl Acetate, Parfum, CI 77492
Zinc Oxide 12.3%
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningCoco-Caprylate
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Olivate
Skin Conditioning
Butyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
C13-15 Alkane
SolventGlyceryl Oleate Citrate
Emulsifying
Glycerin
Humectant
Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene
Skin Conditioning
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingRubia Cordifolia Stem Extract
HumectantCrocus Sativus Flower Extract
MaskingBuddleja Officinalis Flower Extract
UV FilterRosa Damascena Flower Water
Masking
Rosa Damascena Flower Oil
Masking
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Berberis Aristata Root Extract
Skin ConditioningCurcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningVetiveria Zizanoides Root Extract
Perfuming
Symplocos Racemosa Bark Extract
HumectantBrassica Juncea Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningCyperus Rotundus Root Extract
Skin ConditioningMesua Ferrea Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningPrunus Cerasoides Extract
Butea Monosperma Flower Extract
Eugenia Caryophyllus Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningInula Racemosa Root Extract
Skin ConditioningFicus Benghalensis Bark/Bud Extract
Preservative
Cinnamomum Tamala Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningSesamum Indicum Seed Oil
Emollient
Oryza Sativa Bran Oil
Emollient
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
Squalane
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Bisabolol
Masking
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Trihydroxystearin
Skin Conditioning
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingHydroxyphenoxy Propionic Acid
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Geraniol
Perfuming
Eugenol
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Farnesol
Perfuming
Geranyl Acetate
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Neral
Perfuming
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantZinc Oxide 12.3%, Water, Coco-Caprylate, Ethylhexyl Olivate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, C13-15 Alkane, Glyceryl Oleate Citrate, Glycerin, Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Rubia Cordifolia Stem Extract, Crocus Sativus Flower Extract, Buddleja Officinalis Flower Extract, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil, Glycine Soja Oil, Berberis Aristata Root Extract, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Extract, Symplocos Racemosa Bark Extract, Brassica Juncea Seed Extract, Cyperus Rotundus Root Extract, Mesua Ferrea Flower Extract, Prunus Cerasoides Extract, Butea Monosperma Flower Extract, Eugenia Caryophyllus Seed Extract, Inula Racemosa Root Extract, Ficus Benghalensis Bark/Bud Extract, Cinnamomum Tamala Leaf Extract, Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil, Oryza Sativa Bran Oil, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Jojoba Esters, Squalane, Tocopherol, Bisabolol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Caprylyl Glycol, Trihydroxystearin, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Hydroxyphenoxy Propionic Acid, Propylene Glycol, Geraniol, Eugenol, Citronellol, Limonene, Farnesol, Geranyl Acetate, Linalool, Neral, CI 77492, CI 77491
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Butyloctyl Salicylate is a chemical UV filter structurally similar to octisalate. It is a photostabilizer, SPF booster, emollient and solvent. This ingredient helps evenly spread out ingredients.
According to a manufacturer, it is suitable for pairing with micro Titanium Dioxide, Zinc Oxide, and pigments.
Photostabilizers help stabilize UV-filters and prevents them from degrading quickly.
Learn more about Butyloctyl SalicylateThis 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 TriglycerideCi 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77492 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77492Ethylhexylglycerin (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.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinLimonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term '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.
Learn more about LimoneneLinalool 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 LinaloolTocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolWater. 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
