What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
MaskingPetrolatum
EmollientParaffinum Liquidum
EmollientDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientCeresin
Emulsion StabilisingHydrogenated Coco-Glycerides
EmollientDipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate
EmulsifyingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV AbsorberCyclodextrin
AbsorbentPolyethylene
AbrasiveDimethicone
EmollientSqualane
EmollientTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantIsotridecyl Isononanoate
EmollientMicrocrystalline Wax
Emulsion StabilisingParfum
MaskingSilica
AbrasiveButyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV AbsorberBHT
AntioxidantCI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantBlue 1 Lake
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45380
Cosmetic ColorantOlea Europaea Fruit Oil, Petrolatum, Paraffinum Liquidum, Diisostearyl Malate, Ceresin, Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides, Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Cyclodextrin, Polyethylene, Dimethicone, Squalane, Tocopheryl Acetate, Isotridecyl Isononanoate, Microcrystalline Wax, Parfum, Silica, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, BHT, CI 15985, Blue 1 Lake, CI 45380
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 7.5%
UV AbsorberBenzophenone-3 5%
UV AbsorberHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientPetrolatum
EmollientPolybutene
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Lanolin
EmollientOzokerite
Emulsion StabilisingMyristyl Myristate
EmollientPolyethylene
AbrasiveCetyl Lactate
EmollientButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin ConditioningBis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate
EmollientEuphorbia Cerifera Wax
Silica
AbrasiveZinc
AntioxidantStearoxymethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer
EmollientCopernicia Cerifera Wax
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
EmollientSynthetic Wax
AbrasiveTribehenin
EmollientSorbitan Isostearate
EmulsifyingPalmitoyl Oligopeptide
CleansingPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
AntioxidantIsopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
EmollientAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientStearic Acid
CleansingCopper Powder
AntimicrobialMica
Cosmetic ColorantTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate 7.5%, Benzophenone-3 5%, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Petrolatum, Polybutene, Phenyl Trimethicone, Hydrogenated Lanolin, Ozokerite, Myristyl Myristate, Polyethylene, Cetyl Lactate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Silica, Zinc, Stearoxymethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Synthetic Wax, Tribehenin, Sorbitan Isostearate, Palmitoyl Oligopeptide, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Copper Powder, Mica, Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides, CI 15850
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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.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is an organic compound that provides UVB protection. It often goes by the more common name of octinoxate. It is created from methoxycinnamic acid and 2-ethylhexanol.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate absorbs UVB rays with wavelengths between 280-320 nm. UV absorbers protect your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy.
UVB (290-320 nm) rays emit more energy than UVA rays. They are capable of damaging DNA, causing sunburns and are thought to be linked to skin cancer.
The state of Hawaii has banned sunscreens containing octinoxate due to its potential impact on coral reefs. More research is needed to bridge gaps in this research. The European Union allows higher levels of octinoxate in sunscreens than the US and Australia.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is oil soluble. It is not stable and may lose efficacy when exposed to sunlight.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl MethoxycinnamatePetrolatum 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 PetrolatumPolyethylene is a synthetic ingredient that helps the skin retain moisture. It is a polymer.
It is also typically used within product formulations to help bind solid ingredients together and thicken oil-based ingredients. When added to balms and emulsions, it helps increase the melting point temperature.
Silica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.
Though it has exfoliant properties, the function of silica varies depending on the product.
The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and adds smoothness, making it a great texture enhancer.
It is also used as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.
In some products, tiny microneedles called spicules are made from silica or hydrolyzed sponge. When you rub them in, they lightly polish away dead skin layers and enhance the penetration of active ingredients.
Learn more about Silica