What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Dimethicone
Emollient
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Emulsifying
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Distearyldimonium Chloride
Kaolin
Abrasive
Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Silica
Abrasive
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantParfum
Masking
Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantWater
Skin ConditioningMethylpropanediol
SolventBackhousia Citriodora Leaf Extract
AstringentThymus Vulgaris Extract
Perfuming
Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Distearyldimonium Chloride, Kaolin, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Titanium Dioxide, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Silica, 1,2-Hexanediol, CI 77491, CI 19140, Parfum, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopherol, CI 77499, Diisostearyl Malate, CI 15850, Water, Methylpropanediol, Backhousia Citriodora Leaf Extract, Thymus Vulgaris Extract
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate
Skin Conditioning
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCI 17200
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantSorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Parfum
Masking
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientAmmonium Polyacrylate
StabilisingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingArginine
Masking
Linalool
Perfuming
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantHexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Water, Dimethicone, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Butylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Polysorbate 60, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, CI 77891, Ethylhexylglycerin, CI 17200, CI 15985, Sorbitan Isostearate, Benzyl Benzoate, Parfum, Aluminum Hydroxide, Ammonium Polyacrylate, Carbomer, Arginine, Linalool, Phenoxyethanol, CI 42090, Hexyl Cinnamal, 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.
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
Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz. It is also known as polydimethylsiloxane.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeThis ingredient is a silicone elastomer that works as a texture enhancer, adds a silky slip, and also helps absorb excess oil.
Because it's a large macromolecule that's insoluble in water and chemically inert, it's not expected to penetrate or be absorbed into skin.
Human patch tests with a facial lotion containing 1% of this ingredient found no sensitization.
Learn more about Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone CrosspolymerEthylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Learn more about EthylhexylglycerinParfum 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 ParfumTocopherol is a fat-soluble antioxidant known as Vitamin E.
You'll find this ingredient in the vast majority of skincare (for good reason). It works to neutralize free radicals, or unstable molecules generated by UV exposure, pollution, and other environmental stressors, before they can cause oxidative damage to your skin cells.
Topically applied tocopherol has been shown to protect against UV damage by ramping up the skin's own natural defense enzymes.
It also acts as a skin conditioning agent; some studies show that regular topical use can improve the skin's water-binding capacity over 2-4 weeks.
This ingredient is especially loved for being a team player. When combined with Vitamin C, the photoprotective effect of both ingredients roughly doubles and the combo also helps reduce UV-induced DNA damage.
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.
In formulations, it also serves as a stabilizer that helps protect other oxidation-prone ingredients from degrading.
Concentrations usually range from 0.1-1% in most leave-on products.
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. Remember to stay hydrated!
Learn more about Water
