What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Dimethicone
Emollient
Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2
AbsorbentSilica
Abrasive
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Glyceryl Ethylhexanoate/Stearate/Adipate
EmollientCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Tabebuia Impetiginosa Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningOctocrylene
UV Absorber
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Vp/Eicosene Copolymer
Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate
Emollient
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingPotassium Hydroxide
BufferingHydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
MaskingParfum
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
Preservative
Water, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Dimethicone, Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2, Silica, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Glyceryl Ethylhexanoate/Stearate/Adipate, Centella Asiatica Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Tabebuia Impetiginosa Bark Extract, Octocrylene, Behenyl Alcohol, Vp/Eicosene Copolymer, Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Carbomer, Potassium Hydroxide, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Parfum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
Water
Skin ConditioningZinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Isotridecyl Isononanoate
EmollientAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Cetyl-Pg Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide
Skin ConditioningThujopsis Dolabrata Branch Extract
Skin ConditioningRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialPolianthes Tuberosa Polysaccharide
Skin ConditioningZingiber Officinale Root Extract
Masking
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Glycerin
Humectant
Cholesteryl Isostearate
EmollientSqualane
Emollient
Cholesterol
Emollient
Methicone
Emollient
Polysilicone-9
Sodium Stearoxy Pg-Hydroxyethylcellulose Sulfonate
Sorbitan Stearate
Emulsifying
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
BHT
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
Water, Zinc Oxide, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Isotridecyl Isononanoate, Alcohol Denat., Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Cetyl-Pg Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide, Thujopsis Dolabrata Branch Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Polianthes Tuberosa Polysaccharide, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Cholesteryl Isostearate, Squalane, Cholesterol, Methicone, Polysilicone-9, Sodium Stearoxy Pg-Hydroxyethylcellulose Sulfonate, Sorbitan Stearate, Tocopherol, BHT, Parfum
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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.
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 GlycolDiethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate (DHHB) is a chemical UV-A absorber. It is formulated for high UVA protection (320-400 nm).
DHHB is well-liked for:
DHHB has been approved by the EU, Japan, Taiwan, and South America for use up to 10%. Unfortunately, it has not been approved for use in the US or Canada due to slow regulatory processes.
This ingredient is soluble in oils, fats, and lipids.
Learn more about Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl BenzoateDimethicone 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 DimethiconeEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is an organic compound that provides UVB protection. It often goes by the more common name of octinoxate. It is created from methoxycinnamic acid and 2-ethylhexanol.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate absorbs UVB rays with wavelengths between 280-320 nm. UV absorbers protect your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy.
UVB (290-320 nm) rays emit more energy than UVA rays. They are capable of damaging DNA, causing sunburns and are thought to be linked to skin cancer.
The state of Hawaii has banned sunscreens containing octinoxate due to its potential impact on coral reefs. More research is needed to bridge gaps in this research. The European Union allows higher levels of octinoxate in sunscreens than the US and Australia.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is oil soluble. It is not stable and may lose efficacy when exposed to sunlight.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl MethoxycinnamateParfum 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 ParfumWater. 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
