What's inside
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientPolybutene
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientEthylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Aroma
Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Acetyl Dipeptide-31 Amide
Skin Conditioning
Sesamum Indicum Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emollient
Dimethyl Isosorbide
SolventStevioside
MaskingGlucosyl Stevioside
MaskingHydrogenated Polyisobutene, Polybutene, Diisostearyl Malate, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Aroma, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Acetyl Dipeptide-31 Amide, Sesamum Indicum Seed Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Stevioside, Glucosyl Stevioside
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientEthylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Synthetic Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Squalane
Emollient
Isosorbide Dicaprylate
Skin ConditioningShea Butter Ethyl Esters
Emollient
Isopropyl Palmitate
Emollient
Ethyl Linoleate
Emollient
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Capsicum Frutescens Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Punica Granatum Flower Extract
Skin Conditioning
Swertia Chirata Extract
HumectantUndaria Pinnatifida Extract
Skin ConditioningEthyl Oleate
Emollient
Zingiber Officinale Root Oil
Masking
Canola Oil
Emollient
Ethyl Linolenate
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Lecithin
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Trihydroxystearin
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
Ethyl Palmitate
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningEthyl Stearate
Emollient
Glyceryl Behenate
Emollient
Euphorbia Cerifera Wax
Sorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Glucomannan
Skin ConditioningMethyl Nicotinate
SoothingPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Synthetic Beeswax, Synthetic Wax, Squalane, Isosorbide Dicaprylate, Shea Butter Ethyl Esters, Isopropyl Palmitate, Ethyl Linoleate, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Capsicum Frutescens Fruit Extract, Punica Granatum Flower Extract, Swertia Chirata Extract, Undaria Pinnatifida Extract, Ethyl Oleate, Zingiber Officinale Root Oil, Canola Oil, Ethyl Linolenate, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Lecithin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Trihydroxystearin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Ethyl Palmitate, Water, Ethyl Stearate, Glyceryl Behenate, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Sorbitan Oleate, Glucomannan, Methyl Nicotinate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Caprylyl Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This ingredient is a high-molecular weight synthetic polymer. It is used to modify the viscosity of a formula, improve slip, and create a more "cushiony" texture.
Due to its large molecular size, this ingredient is not absorbed into the skin.
This ingredient is a lightweight emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Though it behaves like an oil, it is not technically one due to its chemical composition. It is very stable, resistant to oxidation, and unlikely to go rancid. In practice, that translates to a long shelf life and a consistently elegant skin feel.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this. Be sure to patch test if you have concerns.
Fractionated coconut oil and MCT Oil are both listed as Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride according to INCI. This is because INCI names are based on the ingredient’s final chemical composition and not its marketing name or source.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideThis is a synthetic polymer used to thicken formulas, improve texture, and enhance spreadability.
Due to its large molecule size, this ingredient does not penetrate the skin and is considered well-tolerated.
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is a synthetic polymer. Polymers are compounds with high molecular weight. Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is an emollient and texture enhancer.
In one study, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene showed better skin hydration levels than Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. As an emollient, it helps keep your skin soft and hydrated by trapping moisture in.
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is often used as a mineral oil replacement.
Learn more about Hydrogenated PolyisobutenePentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate (long name, huh?) is a synthetic antioxidant.
It is used to help stabilize other antioxidants or prevent the color from changing in a product.
As an antioxidant, it helps fight free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are capable of damaging our cells and other genetic material. Thus, antioxidants may reduce the signs of aging.
This ingredient is oil-soluble.
Learn more about Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl HydroxyhydrocinnamateSodium Hyaluronate is the salt form of hyaluronic acid. It is a long sugar chain that is naturally found in your skin, joints, and connective tissue that maintains hydration and elasticity.
In skincare, it works as a humectant. It pulls water from the environment and deeper layers of skin and binds it to the surface.
Interestingly, the size of the molecule affects its behavior:
Some clinical evidence links low molecular weight versions to improved wrinkle depth, elasticity, anti-inflammatory effects, and barrier repair.
Many serums use a blend of both weights so you can get surface hydration plus longer-lasting and deeper effects.
You'll typically see concentrations between 0.1-2% for this ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl Acetate
