What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Zinc Oxide 9%
Cosmetic Colorant
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 7.5%
UV Absorber
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Methicone
Emollient
Isododecane
EmollientPropanediol
Solvent
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Isodecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientDimethicone
Emollient
PEG-Crosspolymer
Glycerin
Humectant
Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate
Emollient
Glyceryl Citrate Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningTapioca Starch
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Isostearic Acid
Cleansing
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl PPG-20 Crosspolymer
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningGlycereth-2 Cocoate
Emulsifying
Dicaprylyl Ether
Emollient
Dehydroxanthan Gum
Emulsion StabilisingCarthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Silica Silylate
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Zingiber Officinale Root Extract
Masking
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Porphyridium Cruentum Culture Conditioned Media
Antioxidant
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Melanin
Skin ProtectingZinc Oxide 9%, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 7.5%, Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Methicone, Isododecane, Propanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Dimethicone, PEG-Crosspolymer, Glycerin, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Glyceryl Citrate Crosspolymer, Tapioca Starch, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Isostearic Acid, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl PPG-20 Crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Benzoic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycereth-2 Cocoate, Dicaprylyl Ether, Dehydroxanthan Gum, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Hyaluronic Acid, Silica Silylate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Allantoin, Porphyridium Cruentum Culture Conditioned Media, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Ceramide NP, Melanin
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%
UV Absorber
Homosalate 12%
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%
UV Absorber
Octocrylene 6%
UV Absorber
Isododecane
EmollientDimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl PPG-20 Crosspolymer
Emollient
Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
EmollientPolyester-7
Skin ConditioningIsohexadecane
EmollientJojoba Esters
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%, Homosalate 12%, Ethylhexyl Salicylate 5%, Octocrylene 6%, Isododecane, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Dimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl PPG-20 Crosspolymer, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Polyester-7, Isohexadecane, Jojoba Esters, Silica, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Tocopherol
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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.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (aka MCT Oil) is a lightweight emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping to prevent moisture loss.
Though it behaves like an oil, it is not technically one due to its chemical composition. One perk of this ingredient is that it is very stable, resistant to oxidation, and unlikely to go rancid.
In practice, that translates to a long shelf life and a consistently elegant skin feel.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this. Just patch test if you have concerns.
Fractionated coconut oil and MCT Oil are both listed as Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride according to INCI. This is because INCI names are based on the ingredient’s final chemical composition and not its marketing name or source.
This ingredient is treated as the gold standard fungal acne safe oil. Even though it is coconut derived, the problematic lauric acid is stripped out.
This leaves just caprylic (C8) and capric (C10) acid. These chain lengths actually trend antifungal; a 2020 study found caprylic acid was enough to disrupt Malassezia furfur cell membrane, with a caprylic acid derivative damaging membrane structures at concentrations as low as 0.2%.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideDimethicone/Bis-Isobutyl PPG-20 Crosspolymer is a type of silicone.
Isododecane is a fragrance, emollient, and solvent.
As an emollient, it helps your skin stay soft and hydrated. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin.
Isododecane's role as a solvent makes it a great texture enhancer. It spreads smoothly on skin and does not leave a sticky feeling behind. Isododecane also helps prevent color transfer in makeup products.
Isododecane is not absorbed into skin.
The chemical name for this ingredient is 2,2,4,6,6-PENTAMETHYLHEPTANE.
Learn more about IsododecanePolymethylsilsesquioxane is a silicone used as a film forming agent.
When applied to the skin, this ingredient creates an invisible film on the surface. This film still allows oxygen to pass through, but prevents moisture from escaping. This can help condition and hydrate the skin. It also leaves a silky feel when applied.
Polymethylsilsesquioxane has not been shown to clog pores. It has been deemed safe to use up to 55%, but most cosmetics use much less.
If you have concerns about using this ingredient, we recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about PolymethylsilsesquioxaneTocopheryl Acetate is a stable, shelf-friendly form of vitamin E.
Formulators love it because plain vitamin E oxidizes quickly once it hits air. This acetate version stays stable and resists going off, helping to extend a product's shelf life.
It's actually inactive on its own and works like a slow-release "storage" form; the enzymes in your skin called esterases gradually convert it into active vitamin E over time.
One in vivo study showed 5% of the acetate in the living layer of the epidermis converted to vitamin E after 5 days of application. This study also found the skin gained protection against UV damage even though the conversion was slow and small.
Once converted, vitamin E acts as a skin's main fat-soluble antioxidant that fights free radicals to protect skin from damage.
Topical vitamin E generally boosts the skin's photoprotection, and it reduced UV-damage in animal models.
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.
Overall, it has a pretty solid safety profile and has been found to be non-irritating and non-comedogenic. Allergic reactions may happen but stay rare due to how widely the ingredient gets used.
The concentration will vary depending on the formula; industry data shows 0.1% in baby lotions, 3% in lipsticks, and 5% in foot powders. You can also find this ingredient at 100% in a pure vitamin E oil.
Most leave-on skincare keeps it at the lower end, often between 0.5-1%.
Learn more about Tocopheryl Acetate
