What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCoco-Betaine
CleansingTea-Cocoyl Glutamate
CleansingDisodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate
CleansingSodium Lauroyl Methylaminopropionate
CleansingSodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate
CleansingPolyquaternium-10
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Menthol
Masking
PPG-3 Myristyl Ether
EmollientRehmannia Chinensis Root Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Nobilis Peel Extract
Masking
Pentasodium Pentetate
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil
Masking
Citrus Aurantifolia Oil
Cleansing
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Mentha Arvensis Extract
MaskingNiacinamide
Smoothing
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Chrysanthemum Zawadskii Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Biota Orientalis Leaf Extract
HumectantAcorus Calamus Root Extract
Perfuming
Morus Alba Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningXanthium Strumarium Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPanax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Acacia Senegal Gum
MaskingPeat Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Glycine Soja Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract
Skin Protecting
Rubus Fruticosus Fruit Extract
AstringentRibes Nigrum Fruit Extract
Astringent
Nigella Sativa Seed Extract
Perfuming
Oryza Sativa Extract
Absorbent
Sesamum Indicum Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningSalvia Hispanica Seed Extract
EmollientPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Propolis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Water, Coco-Betaine, Tea-Cocoyl Glutamate, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Sodium Lauroyl Methylaminopropionate, Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate, Polyquaternium-10, Caprylyl Glycol, Menthol, PPG-3 Myristyl Ether, Rehmannia Chinensis Root Extract, Citrus Nobilis Peel Extract, Pentasodium Pentetate, Salicylic Acid, Panthenol, Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil, Citrus Aurantifolia Oil, Butylene Glycol, Mentha Arvensis Extract, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Chrysanthemum Zawadskii Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract, Biota Orientalis Leaf Extract, Acorus Calamus Root Extract, Morus Alba Bark Extract, Xanthium Strumarium Fruit Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Acacia Senegal Gum, Peat Water, Glycerin, Citric Acid, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Ethylhexylglycerin, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Glycine Soja Seed Extract, Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract, Rubus Fruticosus Fruit Extract, Ribes Nigrum Fruit Extract, Nigella Sativa Seed Extract, Oryza Sativa Extract, Sesamum Indicum Seed Extract, Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract, Potassium Sorbate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Ceramide NP, Propolis Extract
Water
Skin ConditioningCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Behentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Glycerin
Humectant
Amodimethicone
PPG-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate
EmollientSteareth-20
CleansingMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningHamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Menthol
Masking
Menthyl Lactate
MaskingGlucose
Humectant
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Polyquaternium-37
Polyquaternium-47
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
EmollientPPG-1 Trideceth-6
Skin ConditioningAcrylates/Stearyl Methacrylate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingSorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Water, Cetyl Alcohol, Behentrimonium Chloride, Glycerin, Amodimethicone, PPG-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate, Steareth-20, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract, Menthol, Menthyl Lactate, Glucose, Lactic Acid, Polyquaternium-37, Polyquaternium-47, Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, PPG-1 Trideceth-6, Acrylates/Stearyl Methacrylate Copolymer, Sorbitan Oleate, Propylene Glycol, Isopropyl Alcohol, Sodium Hydroxide, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, 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.
Citric Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) naturally found in citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and limes.
Like other AHAs, citric acid can exfoliate skin by breaking down the bonds that hold dead skin cells together. This helps reveal smoother and brighter skin underneath.
However, this exfoliating effect only happens at high concentrations (20%) which can be hard to find in cosmetic products.
Due to this, citric acid is usually included in small amounts as a pH adjuster. This helps keep products slightly more acidic and compatible with skin's natural pH.
In skincare formulas, citric acid can:
While it can provide some skin benefits, research shows lactic acid and glycolic acid are generally more effective and less irritating exfoliants.
Most citric acid used in skincare today is made by fermenting sugars (usually from molasses). This synthetic version is identical to the natural citrus form but easier to stabilize and use in formulations.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidGlycerin 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 GlycerinMenthol is a compound found in mint plants, such as peppermint. In its pure form, it is a clear crystalline substance.
Menthol is known for its cooling sensation; however, the cooling is actually from your skin being sensitized. Menthol can worsen rosacea. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Menthol also has antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about MentholPotassium 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 SorbateWater. 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
