What's inside
What's inside
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Methyl Gluceth-20
Humectant
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
PPG-5-Ceteth-20
EmulsifyingGlycolic Acid
Buffering
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Salix Nigra Bark Extract
Skin ProtectingEctoin
Skin Conditioning
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Sorbitol
Humectant
Dihydroxy Methylchromone
Antioxidant
Bakuchiol
Antimicrobial
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Sodium PCA
Humectant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingParfum
Masking
Sodium Phytate
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Chloride
MaskingSodium Carbonate
BufferingAlpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Water, Butylene Glycol, Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract, Methyl Gluceth-20, Salicylic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Pentylene Glycol, PPG-5-Ceteth-20, Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid, Salix Nigra Bark Extract, Ectoin, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Sorbitol, Dihydroxy Methylchromone, Bakuchiol, Polysorbate 20, Sodium PCA, Allantoin, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Hydroxide, Parfum, Sodium Phytate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Carbonate, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Limonene
Water
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningHamamelis Virginiana Water
Astringent
Isoceteth-20
EmulsifyingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Saccharum Officinarum Extract
MoisturisingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingPvp
Emulsion StabilisingChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract
MaskingCitrus Limon Fruit Extract
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Acer Saccharum Extract
Skin ConditioningCarvone
Masking
Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil
Limonene
Perfuming
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Chamomilla Recutita Extract
Skin Conditioning
Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana Water, Isoceteth-20, Phenoxyethanol, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Sodium Hydroxide, Pvp, Chlorphenesin, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon Fruit Extract, Disodium EDTA, Acer Saccharum Extract, Carvone, Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil, Limonene, Propylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Extract
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term '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.
Learn more about LimonenePhenoxyethanol 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.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateSodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideWater. 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!
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