What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Phospholipids
Skin Conditioning
Phytonadione Epoxide
AstringentLinoleic Acid
Cleansing
Docosahexaenoic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Pinus Pinaster Bark Extract
Antioxidant
Eicosapentaenoic Acid
Emollient
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Curcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Phosphatidylcholine
EmulsifyingNiacinamide
Smoothing
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingPhenylpropanol
Masking
Linolenic Acid
Cleansing
Arnica Montana Flower Extract
Masking
Cordyceps Sinensis Extract
Antioxidant
Trametes Versicolor Extract
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Bisabolol
Masking
Sorbitol
Humectant
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningT-Butyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Sodium Citrate
BufferingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Water, Propanediol, Phospholipids, Phytonadione Epoxide, Linoleic Acid, Docosahexaenoic Acid, Pinus Pinaster Bark Extract, Eicosapentaenoic Acid, Phytosphingosine, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Phosphatidylcholine, Niacinamide, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Phenylpropanol, Linolenic Acid, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Cordyceps Sinensis Extract, Trametes Versicolor Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Bisabolol, Sorbitol, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, T-Butyl Alcohol, Sodium Citrate, Xanthan Gum, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Tocopherol, Citric Acid
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Phytonadione Epoxide
AstringentCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Sodium Acrylates Copolymer
Caffeine
Skin Conditioning
Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Ruscus Aculeatus Root Extract
AstringentSolidago Virgaurea Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Limon Peel Extract
EmollientPunica Granatum Extract
AstringentGlycerin
Humectant
Olive Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters
Emollient
Lecithin
Emollient
Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2
AbsorbentSodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Lauryl Glucoside
CleansingWater, Propanediol, Phytonadione Epoxide, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Caffeine, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Ruscus Aculeatus Root Extract, Solidago Virgaurea Extract, Citrus Limon Peel Extract, Punica Granatum Extract, Glycerin, Olive Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters, Lecithin, Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Lauryl Glucoside
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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.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinWe don't have a description for Phytonadione Epoxide yet.
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 SorbatePropanediol 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 PropanediolSodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateWater. 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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