What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantButylene Glycol
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Squalene
Emollient
Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Tromethamine
BufferingDicaprylyl Ether
Emollient
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-10 Dilaurate
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Bambusa Vulgaris Extract
Skin Conditioning
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Pyrus Malus Seed Oil
Emollient
Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Mentha Piperita Extract
CleansingAloe Ferox Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Artemisia Vulgaris Extract
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Ocimum Basilicum Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningChamomilla Recutita Flower Water
MaskingRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Panax Ginseng Seed Oil
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Nardostachys Jatamansi Rhizome/Root Extract
Skin ConditioningWater, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Squalene, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Caprylyl Glycol, Tromethamine, Dicaprylyl Ether, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Pentylene Glycol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Panthenol, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Carbomer, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polyglyceryl-10 Dilaurate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, 1,2-Hexanediol, Disodium EDTA, Allantoin, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Ceramide NP, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract, Bambusa Vulgaris Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Pyrus Malus Seed Oil, Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil, Mentha Piperita Extract, Aloe Ferox Leaf Extract, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Artemisia Vulgaris Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ocimum Basilicum Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Water, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Panax Ginseng Seed Oil, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Nardostachys Jatamansi Rhizome/Root Extract
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Ethyl Hexanoate
Perfuming
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Glutathione
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Milk Extract
Skin ConditioningFucus Vesiculosus Extract
Emollient
Prunella Vulgaris Extract
Antioxidant
Madecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningHamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Nelumbium Speciosum Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningSolanum Melongena Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Hydrolyzed Collagen Extract
Skin Protecting
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantHippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Squalane
Emollient
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Sorbitan Stearate
Emulsifying
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Dimethicone
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingSaccharide Hydrolysate
HumectantXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Potassium Hydroxide
BufferingChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Disodium EDTA
Parfum
Masking
Geraniol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Water, Glycerin, Ethyl Hexanoate, Niacinamide, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclohexasiloxane, Butylene Glycol, Glutathione, Sodium Hyaluronate, Milk Extract, Fucus Vesiculosus Extract, Prunella Vulgaris Extract, Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract, Nelumbium Speciosum Flower Extract, Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract, Hydrolyzed Collagen Extract, Dipropylene Glycol, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract, Ascorbic Acid, Squalane, Beta-Glucan, Sorbitan Stearate, Stearic Acid, Dimethicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Carbomer, Saccharide Hydrolysate, Xanthan Gum, Adenosine, Potassium Hydroxide, Chlorphenesin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Parfum, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool
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.Â
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 preservativesÂ
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 GlycolCarbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create a gel consistency.
A high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Don't worry, most products contain 1% or less of carbomer.
Dipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created humectant, stabilizer, and solvent.
This ingredient helps:
Dipropylene glycol is technically an alcohol, but it belongs to the glycol family (often considered part of the ‘good’ alcohols). This means it is hydrating and gentle on skin unlike drying solvent alcohols like denatured alcohol.
As a masking agent, Dipropylene Glycol can be used to cover the smell of other ingredients. However, it does not have a scent.
Studies show Dipropylene Glycol is considered safe to use in skincare.
Learn more about Dipropylene GlycolDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAGlycerin 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 GlycerinMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract comes from the Tea Tree, Melaleuca alternifolia, Myrtaceae. This tea tree is native to Australia.
Tea Leaf extract contains antimicrobial and anti-acne properties.
This ingredient has perfuming properties and contains linalool and limonene. These fragrance and terpinen components can cause skin sensitivity.
Learn more about the benefits of Tea Tree Oil here.
Learn more about Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf ExtractSodium 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!
Learn more about Water
