What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate
Skin ConditioningOlea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Hydrogenated Polybutene
Petrolatum
Emollient
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientCeresin
Emulsion StabilisingParaffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
Skin ConditioningDipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate
EmulsifyingPhytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Honey
Humectant
Royal Jelly Extract
Skin Conditioning
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
Polyglyceryl-6 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
BHT
Antioxidant
Water
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
CI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantTocopheryl Acetate, Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Hydrogenated Polybutene, Petrolatum, Diisostearyl Malate, Ceresin, Paraffinum Liquidum, Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate, Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Polyethylene, Honey, Royal Jelly Extract, Microcrystalline Wax, Polyglyceryl-6 Diisostearate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, BHT, Water, Tocopherol, Alcohol Denat., CI 15985, CI 19140
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate
Skin ConditioningPetrolatum
Emollient
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientDextrin Palmitate
Emulsifying
Paraffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Hydrogenated Polybutene
Polyglyceryl-6 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Glycerin
Humectant
Squalane
Emollient
Trehalose
Humectant
Honey
Humectant
Royal Jelly Extract
Skin Conditioning
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Paraffin
Perfuming
Dimethicone
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
BHT
Antioxidant
Water
Skin ConditioningAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Parfum
Masking
Tocopheryl Acetate, Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate, Petrolatum, Diisostearyl Malate, Dextrin Palmitate, Paraffinum Liquidum, Microcrystalline Wax, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Polybutene, Polyglyceryl-6 Diisostearate, Beeswax, Glycerin, Squalane, Trehalose, Honey, Royal Jelly Extract, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Paraffin, Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, BHT, Water, Alcohol Denat., Parfum
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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.
Alcohol Denat. is an alcohol with a denaturant property. It is created by mixing ethanol with other additives.
This ingredient gets a bad rep because it is irritating and drying - mostly due to its astringent property. Astringents draw out natural oils in tissue, constricting pores and leaving your skin dried out.
However, alcohol denat. is not all that bad.
Due to its low molecular weight, alcohol denat. tends to evaporate quickly. One study on pig skin found half of applied alcohol evaporated in 10 seconds and less than 3% stayed on skin.
This also helps other ingredients become better absorbed upon application.
Studies are conflicted about whether this ingredient causes skin dehydration. One study from 2005 found adding emollients to propanol-based sanitizer decreased skin dryness and irritation. Another study found irritation only occurs if your skin is already damaged.
Small amounts of alcohol are generally tolerated by oily skin or people who live in humid environments.
The rule of thumb is if this alcohol is near the end of an ingredients list, it will probably not affect your skin much.
Also...
This ingredient has antimicrobial and solvent properties.
The antimicrobial property helps preserve products and increase their shelf life. As a solvent, it helps dissolve other ingredients.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
Learn more about Alcohol Denat.BHT is a synthetic antioxidant and preservative.
As an antioxidant, it helps your body fight off free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.
As a preservative, it is used to stabilize products and prevent them from degrading. Specifically, BHT prevents degradation from oxidation.
The concerns related to BHT come from oral studies; this ingredient is currently allowed for use by both the FDA and EU.
However, it was recently restricted for use in the UK as of April 2024.
Learn more about BHTDiisostearyl Malate is an emollient and most often used in lip products. It comes from isostearyl alcohol, a fatty acid, and malic acid, an AHA.
As an emollient, Diisostearyl Malate helps create a thin film on your skin to trap moisture in. This helps keep your skin soft and smooth.
Honey comes from bees. It is mainly made up of the sugars fructose and glucose.
Besides sugar, honey also contains amino acids, peptides, Vitamins A, C, and E. Vitamins A, C, and E.
As a humectant, honey is great at hydrating the skin. Humectants draw moisture from the air and hold it to your skin.
Honey also has antioxidant and antioxidant properties. Fun fact: darker honey has more antioxidants than light honey.
The antibacterial property of honey may make it effective at helping to treat acne. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Many people wonder if honey is vegan. It is technically a byproduct from bees. This is because honey is created from the digestive enzymes in a bee's stomach.
Remember to be kind to bees :) They are important for many ecosystems and are endangered.
Learn more about HoneyHydrogenated Polybutene is a synthetic polymer. It is used to alter the texture of an ingredient.
Microcrystalline Wax is created by de-oiling petroleum. It is highly refined and purified before being added to cosmetics.
Microcrystalline Wax is used to enhance the texture and create even consistency. It helps stabilize a product by preventing ingredients from separating.
Paraffinum Liquidum is also known as liquid paraffin. It is a type of highly refined mineral oil.
Like other oils, Paraffinum Liquidum has emollient properties. Emollients help soothe and soften the skin. By creating a barrier to trap moisture within, emollients help keep your skin hydrated.
Paraffinum Liquidum does not irritate the skin and is non-comedogenic.
Learn more about Paraffinum LiquidumPetrolatum is more commonly known as petroleum jelly. It is created by mixing waxes and mineral oils.
This ingredient is effective at reducing water loss by 99%. This is because it is an occlusive. Occlusives create a hydrophobic barrier on the skin to prevent evaporation. This property makes it great for hydrating dry skin.
Pro tip: Use occlusives, such as this ingredient, on damp skin for the best results.
The quality or origin of petrolatum is only known when disclosed by the brand. Most cosmetic petrolatum has gone through several purification stages.
Another benefit of occlusives is it protects your skin against infection or allergies.
Petrolatum may not be safe for fungal-acne. Studies show mineral oil / petroleum leads to the growth of M. Furfur, a type of yeast.
Learn more about PetrolatumPolyglyceryl-6 Diisostearate isn't fungal acne safe.
Royal Jelly Extract comes from a secretion made by worker honeybees. This secretion is white and described as creamy.
This compound has antibacterial, anti-aging, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Studies show Royal Jelly to contain amino acids, fatty acids, and a variety of vitamins, including Vitamin Bs. Many of these components are antioxidants, which help with anti-aging. The fatty acids in Royal Jelly make it a hydrating ingredient.
Several animal studies show Royal Jelly to boost collagen production and reduce inflammation.
The Vitamin Bs found in Royal Jelly include:
Royal Jelly is derived from honeybees. This means it is not vegan.
Learn more about Royal Jelly ExtractWe don't have a description for Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate yet.
Tocopheryl 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 AcetateWater. 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!
Learn more about Water
