What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Octyldodecanol
Emollient
Mandelic Acid
Antimicrobial
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Potassium Hydroxide
BufferingSilica
Abrasive
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
PEG-75 Stearate
Surfactant
Isoceteth-20
EmulsifyingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Ceteth-20
CleansingSteareth-20
CleansingSodium Citrate
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
O-Cymen-5-Ol
Antimicrobial
Disodium EDTA
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
T-Butyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
Antioxidant
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
Astringent
Glycerin
Humectant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialEpilobium Fleischeri Extract
Skin ConditioningPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Water, Propylene Glycol, Octyldodecanol, Mandelic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Potassium Hydroxide, Silica, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, PEG-75 Stearate, Isoceteth-20, Phenoxyethanol, Butylene Glycol, Ceteth-20, Steareth-20, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Xanthan Gum, Chlorphenesin, O-Cymen-5-Ol, Disodium EDTA, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Centella Asiatica Extract, T-Butyl Alcohol, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Glycerin, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Epilobium Fleischeri Extract, Potassium Sorbate
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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.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolSalicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is a well-known ingredient for treating skin that struggles with acne and clogged pores. It exfoliates both the skin's surface and deep within the pores to help clear out buildup, control oil, and reduce inflammation.
Unlike AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids), salicylic acid is oil-soluble. This allows it to penetrate into pores which makes it especially effective for treating blackheads and preventing future breakouts.
Salicylic acid is also known for its soothing properties. It has a similar structure to aspirin and can calm inflamed or irritated skin, making it a good option for acne-prone skin that is also sensitive.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing this ingredient into your routine.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun sensitivity, itβs still important to wear sunscreen daily to protect your skin.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidWater. 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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