What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningC12-20 Acid PEG-8 Ester
Emulsifying
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Propanediol
Solvent
Betaine
Humectant
Pentaerythrityl Tetracaprylate/Tetracaprate
EmollientGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Mangifera Indica Seed Butter
Skin Conditioning
Xylitylglucoside
Humectant
Anhydroxylitol
Humectant
C10-30 Cholesterol/Lanosterol Esters
Emulsifying
Sorghum Bicolor Stalk Juice
Skin ConditioningXylitol
Humectant
Acetyl Glutamine
Skin ConditioningArginine
Masking
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Sh-Oligopeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Oligopeptide-2
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Polypeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Polypeptide-9
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Polypeptide-11
Bacillus
Skin ConditioningAcetyl Octapeptide-3
Humectant
S-Mu-Conotoxin Cniiic
Skin ProtectingSh-Polypeptide-59
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38
Skin Conditioning
Copper Heptapeptide-14 Pantothenate
Skin Conditioning
Heptapeptide-15 Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialTocopherol
Antioxidant
Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate
Emulsion StabilisingDimethicone
Emollient
Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingDimethiconol
Emollient
Sodium Acrylates Copolymer
Lecithin
Emollient
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientDisodium EDTA
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingBenzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol
UV AbsorberCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Octadecyl Di-T-Butyl-4-Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Phospholipids
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate
Skin Conditioning
Decylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningSilica
Abrasive
Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
MaskingButylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientPolyvinyl Alcohol
Lactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer
Skin ConditioningOctoxynol-9
EmulsifyingDextran
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Parfum
Masking
Limonene
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Cinnamyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Caramel
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantWater, C12-20 Acid PEG-8 Ester, Niacinamide, Propanediol, Betaine, Pentaerythrityl Tetracaprylate/Tetracaprate, Glyceryl Stearate, Panthenol, Glycerin, Cyclopentasiloxane, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Mangifera Indica Seed Butter, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, C10-30 Cholesterol/Lanosterol Esters, Sorghum Bicolor Stalk Juice, Xylitol, Acetyl Glutamine, Arginine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Sh-Oligopeptide-1, Sh-Oligopeptide-2, Sh-Polypeptide-1, Sh-Polypeptide-9, Sh-Polypeptide-11, Bacillus, Acetyl Octapeptide-3, S-Mu-Conotoxin Cniiic, Sh-Polypeptide-59, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38, Copper Heptapeptide-14 Pantothenate, Heptapeptide-15 Palmitate, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Tocopherol, Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate, Dimethicone, Cetyl Phosphate, Dimethiconol, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Lecithin, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Disodium EDTA, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol, Caprylyl Glycol, Octadecyl Di-T-Butyl-4-Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Phospholipids, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Decylene Glycol, Silica, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Xanthan Gum, Glyceryl Caprylate, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Lactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer, Octoxynol-9, Dextran, Polysorbate 20, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Parfum, Limonene, Geraniol, Hydroxycitronellal, Linalool, Citronellol, Cinnamyl Alcohol, Citral, CI 77891, Mica, Caramel, CI 19140
Water
Skin ConditioningC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialGlycerin
Humectant
PEG-16 Macadamia Glycerides
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Acetyl Glucosamine
Skin ConditioningAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Citrate
BufferingTetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Glycine
Buffering
Hydroxyproline
Skin ConditioningProline
Skin ConditioningAcetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Hexapeptide-48 Hcl
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Skin Conditioning
Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Pisum Sativum Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycine Soja Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Glucosamine Hcl
Ophiopogon Japonicus Root Extract
Skin ConditioningBambusa Vulgaris Leaf/Stem Extract
HumectantHydrolyzed Lupine Protein
Skin ConditioningOleic Acid
Emollient
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
C18-36 Acid Glycol Ester
EmollientPEG-7 Trimethylolpropane Coconut Ether
EmulsifyingSorbitan Laurate
Emulsifying
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingPolyisobutene
C18-36 Acid Triglyceride
EmollientCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingAcrylates Copolymer
Citric Acid
Buffering
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Glycerin, PEG-16 Macadamia Glycerides, Dimethicone, Acetyl Glucosamine, Alcohol Denat., Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Sodium Citrate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glycine, Hydroxyproline, Proline, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Hexapeptide-48 Hcl, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Pisum Sativum Extract, Glycine Soja Seed Extract, Glucosamine Hcl, Ophiopogon Japonicus Root Extract, Bambusa Vulgaris Leaf/Stem Extract, Hydrolyzed Lupine Protein, Oleic Acid, Sorbitan Isostearate, C18-36 Acid Glycol Ester, PEG-7 Trimethylolpropane Coconut Ether, Sorbitan Laurate, Hexylene Glycol, Polyisobutene, C18-36 Acid Triglyceride, Carbomer, Acrylates Copolymer, Citric Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Caprylyl 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 GlycolDimethicone 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 DimethiconeGlycerin 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 GlycerinPhenoxyethanol 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 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
