What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Octocrylene
UV Absorber
PEG-100
Humectant
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Dimethicone
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningGluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Polysaccharides
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Rice Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Soy Protein
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingProline
Skin ConditioningWater
Skin ConditioningSodium Benzoate
Masking
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Octocrylene, PEG-100, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Dimethicone, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Gluconolactone, Glyceryl Stearate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Polysaccharides, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Proline, Water, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Polyacrylate, Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract
Titanium Dioxide 3.3%
Cosmetic Colorant
Zinc Oxide 14.9%
Cosmetic Colorant
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientButyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Dunaliella Salina Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Iron Oxides
Isododecane
EmollientIsostearic Acid
Cleansing
Lauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone
Magnesium Sulfate
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Polyglyceryl-2 Tetraisostearate
EmollientPolyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Propanediol
Solvent
Water
Skin ConditioningSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantTitanium Dioxide 3.3%, Zinc Oxide 14.9%, Aluminum Hydroxide, Butyloctyl Salicylate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Dimethicone, Dunaliella Salina Extract, Glycerin, Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract, Hydroxyacetophenone, Iron Oxides, Isododecane, Isostearic Acid, Lauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone, Magnesium Sulfate, Mica, Phenoxyethanol, Polyglyceryl-2 Tetraisostearate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Propanediol, Water, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Stearic Acid, CI 77891
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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.
Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
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 DimethiconeEthylhexylglycerin (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.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateWater. 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
