What's inside
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningC13-15 Alkane
SolventCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Behentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Hydrolyzed Corn Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Soy Protein
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningCocodimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
CleansingHydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingTrametes Versicolor Extract
Polyquaternium-37
Raphanus Sativus Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Nonanoate
EmollientButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Oleifera Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Triticum Vulgare Bran Extract
Skin ConditioningSclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil
Humectant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Linoleic Acid
Cleansing
Glycerin
Humectant
Parfum
Masking
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Ethylhexyl Isononanoate
EmollientTrisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialLinalool
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Water, C13-15 Alkane, Cetearyl Alcohol, Propanediol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Behentrimonium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Hydrolyzed Corn Protein, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Cocodimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Trametes Versicolor Extract, Polyquaternium-37, Raphanus Sativus Seed Extract, Cetearyl Nonanoate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Extract, Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Triticum Vulgare Bran Extract, Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil, Citric Acid, Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Linoleic Acid, Glycerin, Parfum, Sodium Benzoate, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexyl Isononanoate, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Potassium Sorbate, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Linalool, Limonene, Hexyl Cinnamal
Water
Skin ConditioningCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Citrus Grandis Fruit Extract
Astringent
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract
MaskingMangifera Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Glycine Soja Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Macrocystis Pyrifera Extract
Skin Conditioning
Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Soy Protein
Humectant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Cetrimonium Bromide
Antimicrobial
Parfum
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Citrus Grandis Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract, Mangifera Indica Fruit Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Glycine Soja Seed Extract, Macrocystis Pyrifera Extract, Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Extract, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Phenoxyethanol, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Cetrimonium Bromide, Parfum, Ethylhexylglycerin
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is a plant oil derived from the seeds of a sunflower.
It is rich in fatty acids, primarily linoleic acid and oleic acid. This gives it emollient and skin conditioning properties.
The reason this ingredient is so effective is because it forms a thin film on the skin that reduces transepidermal water loss (TEWL) while supplying linoleic acid to the stratum corneum to improve barrier strength.
The high linoleic acid content is particularly noteworthy for acne-prone skin.
Research suggests that acne-prone skin tends to be deficient in linoleic acid in sebum. Topical application may help replenish this to support a healthier follicular environment and less comedone-promoting sebum.
One randomized study found sunflower seed oil preserved skin barrier integrity in adult volunteers with and without atopic dermatitis (outperforming olive oil).
This ingredient is well-studied, gentle, and an effective emollient suitable for most skin types.
On fungal acne: This ingredient may not be Fungal acne (Malassezia folliculitis) safe. This is because it contains fatty acids with carbon chain lengths in the C11-C24 range.
Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed OilHydrolyzed Soy Protein is a vegan protein made to mimic hydrolyzed collagen. It is created from soy, or glycine soja.
This ingredient is a humectant, meaning it helps hydrate the skin by binding to water. According to a manufacturer, it is also a great hair conditioner.
Read more about hydrolyzed collagen here.
Learn more about Hydrolyzed Soy ProteinParfum 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.
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract comes from rosemary. Rosemary is native to the Mediterranean.
While Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil can be volatile due to its fragrant properties, the fragrance components are usually removed in the leaf extract.
Rosemary Leaf Extract contains many antioxidants such as rosmarinic acid and caffeic acid. Rosemarinic acid, a compound found in rosemary leaf, has been found to help soothe skin conditions such as eczema and acne.
Learn more about Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf ExtractWater. 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!
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