What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Salicylic Acid 2%
Masking
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Water
Skin ConditioningPEG-4
HumectantPPG-11 Stearyl Ether
EmollientParfum
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Beta-Caryophyllene
Masking
Camphor
Masking
Cinnamal
Perfuming
Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil
Citrus Limon Peel Oil
Masking
Coumarin
Perfuming
Eucalyptus Globulus Oil
Eugenia Caryophyllus Oil
Eugenol
Perfuming
Eugenyl Acetate
Masking
Geraniol
Perfuming
Geranyl Acetate
Perfuming
Lavandula Oil/Extract
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Linalyl Acetate
Masking
Menthol
Masking
Pinene
Masking
Terpineol
Masking
Salicylic Acid 2%, Alcohol, Water, PEG-4, PPG-11 Stearyl Ether, Parfum, Disodium EDTA, Beta-Caryophyllene, Camphor, Cinnamal, Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Coumarin, Eucalyptus Globulus Oil, Eugenia Caryophyllus Oil, Eugenol, Eugenyl Acetate, Geraniol, Geranyl Acetate, Lavandula Oil/Extract, Limonene, Linalool, Linalyl Acetate, Menthol, Pinene, Terpineol
Water
Skin ConditioningStearic Acid
Cleansing
Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil
Perfuming
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Gelatin
Parfum
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ammonium Hydroxide
BufferingMethylparaben
Preservative
Camphor
Masking
Menthol
Masking
DMDM Hydantoin
Preservative
Propylparaben
Preservative
Calcium Hydroxide
BufferingEucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
Perfuming
Disodium EDTA
Sodium Bicarbonate
Abrasive
Calcium Chloride
AstringentMagnesium Sulfate
Potassium Chloride
Water, Stearic Acid, Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil, Glycine Soja Oil, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Gelatin, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Ammonium Hydroxide, Methylparaben, Camphor, Menthol, DMDM Hydantoin, Propylparaben, Calcium Hydroxide, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Bicarbonate, Calcium Chloride, Magnesium Sulfate, Potassium Chloride
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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.
Camphor is a waxy solid with a strong scent. It is made using turpentine oil.
This ingredient is used for medicinal purposes due to its cooling effect. In medicine, camphor is a common anti-inflammation ingredient.
Camphor also possesses antibacterial and antifungal properties.
One study found camphor to be a potential anti-wrinkle ingredient. This might be due to its ability to increase elastin and collagen production. Collagen and elastin are responsible for plump and youthful looking skin.
It is best to use cosmetics with a small amount of camphor under 11%. Using topical camphor may induce irritation and redness.
In the past, camphor was traditionally made by distilling the wood of the camphor tree.
Learn more about CamphorDisodium EDTA is a chelating agent. It grabs onto and deactivates metal ions that sneak into your products from water, packaging, or air.
This ingredient mainly works behind the scenes and helps with:
On top of that, this ingredient can counteract the effects of hard water by binding to the minerals in it.
One thing worth knowing is that Disodium EDTA has been shown to be a mild penetration enhancer. It can help other ingredients absorb into skin more effectively which can be a double-edged sword (great for actives, but can also make the active too strong if you have sensitive skin).
Clinical patch testing showed no significant skin irritation at typical use concentrations and minimal dermal absorption.
You'll most likely see this ingredient near the end of an ingredient list. It's typically found in concentrations less than 1%.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAMenthol is a compound found in mint plants, such as peppermint. In its pure form, it is a clear crystalline substance.
Menthol is known for its cooling sensation; however, the cooling is actually from your skin being sensitized. Menthol can worsen rosacea. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Menthol also has antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about MentholParfum 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 ParfumWater. 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
