What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Behentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Quaternium-18
Methyl Gluceth-20
Humectant
Quaternium-80
Cocodimonium Hydroxypropyl Silk Amino Acids
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Keratin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
Citric Acid
Buffering
Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Behentrimonium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Sorbic Acid, Parfum, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclohexasiloxane, Quaternium-18, Methyl Gluceth-20, Quaternium-80, Cocodimonium Hydroxypropyl Silk Amino Acids, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Butylene Glycol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Behentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Acacia Concinna Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningTamarindus Indica Extract
SmoothingCitric Acid
Buffering
Hydrolyzed Wheat Starch
Skin ConditioningAlthaea Officinalis Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract
AstringentPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Carica Papaya Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Behentrimonium Chloride, Propylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Isopropyl Alcohol, Niacinamide, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Acacia Concinna Fruit Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Tamarindus Indica Extract, Citric Acid, Hydrolyzed Wheat Starch, Althaea Officinalis Root Extract, Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Carica Papaya Fruit Extract, Tocopherol, Benzyl Salicylate, Limonene
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 preservative and often used for it's anti-static properties. You'll most likely see this ingredient in hair conditioners.
It does not cause irritation or sensitization in leave-on products at 1-5%.
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 GlycolCetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholCitric Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) naturally found in citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and limes.
Like other AHAs, citric acid can exfoliate skin by breaking down the bonds that hold dead skin cells together. This helps reveal smoother and brighter skin underneath.
However, this exfoliating effect only happens at high concentrations (20%) which can be hard to find in cosmetic products.
Due to this, citric acid is usually included in small amounts as a pH adjuster. This helps keep products slightly more acidic and compatible with skin's natural pH.
In skincare formulas, citric acid can:
While it can provide some skin benefits, research shows lactic acid and glycolic acid are generally more effective and less irritating exfoliants.
Most citric acid used in skincare today is made by fermenting sugars (usually from molasses). This synthetic version is identical to the natural citrus form but easier to stabilize and use in formulations.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidParfum 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. Stay hydrated!
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