What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Alpha-Arbutin
Antioxidant
Glycerin
Humectant
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sphingolipids
Emollient
Phospholipids
Skin Conditioning
Biosaccharide Gum-1
Humectant
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingAcacia Senegal Gum
MaskingAlgin
Masking
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingLecithin
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Sodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Honey
Humectant
Cinnamic Acid
Perfuming
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientLevulinic Acid
Perfuming
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Sodium Levulinate
Skin ConditioningSodium Phytate
Citric Acid
Buffering
Water, Propanediol, Alpha-Arbutin, Glycerin, Hyaluronic Acid, Sphingolipids, Phospholipids, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Beta-Glucan, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Hydroxyacetophenone, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Dipropylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Xanthan Gum, Acacia Senegal Gum, Algin, Benzoic Acid, Sorbic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Lecithin, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Honey, Cinnamic Acid, Glyceryl Caprylate, Levulinic Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Tocopherol, Sodium Levulinate, Sodium Phytate, Citric Acid
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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.
Alpha-Arbutin is made from hydroquinone and glucose. It may also be derived from the fermentation of soybeans.
This ingredient an antioxidant, meaning it helps protect your skin cells against damage.
Studies show this ingredient helps improve hyperpigmentation and fade discoloration.
Alpha-Arbutin may be used with other ingredients that help with hyperpigmentation. These ingredients include retinol, Vitamin C, niacinamide, and tranexamic acid.
Learn more about Alpha-ArbutinPhenoxyethanol 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.
Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolWater. 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!
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