What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningIsopropyl Stearate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Dicaprylyl Ether
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
Emulsifying
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Citric Acid
Buffering
Pantolactone
Humectant
Linalyl Acetate
Masking
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil
Acetyl Cedrene
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Terpineol
Masking
Rosa Odorata Extract
AstringentGeranyl Acetate
Perfuming
Parfum
Masking
Water, Isopropyl Stearate, Glycerin, Dicaprylyl Ether, Panthenol, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Tocopherol, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydroxyacetophenone, Phenoxyethanol, Citric Acid, Pantolactone, Linalyl Acetate, Limonene, Linalool, Citronellol, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Benzyl Alcohol, Geraniol, Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil, Acetyl Cedrene, Benzyl Salicylate, Hexyl Cinnamal, Terpineol, Rosa Odorata Extract, Geranyl Acetate, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningButyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
Solvent
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate Citrate
Emollient
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantHydroxyapatite
Abrasive
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Soy Protein
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Decyl Glucoside
Cleansing
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingPotassium Hydroxide
BufferingGlycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Disodium EDTA
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
Antioxidant
Ethyl Linoleate
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Rice Amino Acids
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Oryza Sativa Extract
Absorbent
Proline
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Adansonia Digitata Seed Extract
Oryza Sativa Germ Extract
EmollientCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantParfum
Masking
Homosalate 6%
Skin Conditioning
Octocrylene 6%
UV Absorber
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%
UV Absorber
Ethylhexyl Salicylate 3%
UV Absorber
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Propanediol, Titanium Dioxide, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Mica, Hydroxyapatite, Cyclohexasiloxane, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glyceryl Stearate, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Niacinamide, Tocopheryl Acetate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Decyl Glucoside, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Carbomer, Potassium Hydroxide, Glycine Soja Oil, Disodium EDTA, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Ethyl Linoleate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Rice Amino Acids, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Oryza Sativa Extract, Proline, Hydrolyzed Adansonia Digitata Seed Extract, Oryza Sativa Germ Extract, CI 77492, CI 77491, Parfum, Homosalate 6%, Octocrylene 6%, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 3%, Ethylhexyl Salicylate 3%, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Ethylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Learn more about EthylhexylglycerinHydroxyacetophenone is antioxidant with skin conditioning and soothing properties. It also boosts the efficiency of preservatives.
Though naturally occuring in Norwegian spruce needles, this ingredient is usually synthetically created.
This ingredient is not irritating or sensitizing. Recent research also suggests it may have skin-brightening effects through tyrosinase inhibition.
Learn more about HydroxyacetophenoneParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumPhenoxyethanol 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.
Water. 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!
Learn more about Water
