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Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
EmollientAlpha-Arbutin
AntioxidantButylene Glycol
HumectantGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
BleachingGalactomyces Ferment Filtrate
HumectantCentella Asiatica Extract
CleansingPortulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin ConditioningAlaria Esculenta Extract
Skin ProtectingDimethylmethoxy Chromanyl Palmitate
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantLactobacillus Ferment Filtrate
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
PreservativePolyacrylamide
C13-14 Isoparaffin
EmollientLaureth-7
EmulsifyingPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
EmulsifyingSodium Benzoate
MaskingDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
HumectantAllantoin
Skin ConditioningDMDM Hydantoin
PreservativeSodium PCA
HumectantParfum
MaskingTetrasodium EDTA
Propanediol
Solvent1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningIodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
PreservativeAvena Sativa Kernel Extract
AbrasivePotassium Sorbate
PreservativeWater, Cyclopentasiloxane, Alpha-Arbutin, Butylene Glycol, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Centella Asiatica Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Glycerin, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Alaria Esculenta Extract, Dimethylmethoxy Chromanyl Palmitate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Lactobacillus Ferment Filtrate, Phenoxyethanol, Polyacrylamide, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Laureth-7, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Sodium Benzoate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Allantoin, DMDM Hydantoin, Sodium PCA, Parfum, Tetrasodium EDTA, Propanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Potassium Sorbate
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
HumectantNiacinamide
SmoothingGlycerin
HumectantSea Water
HumectantErythritol
HumectantHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningBis-PEG-15 Methyl Ether Dimethicone
EmulsifyingSqualane
EmollientPhenylethyl Resorcinol
AntioxidantTranexamic Acid
AstringentSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantSodium Acrylates Copolymer
Ceramide NP
Skin ConditioningCeramide Ns
Skin ConditioningCeramide As
Skin ConditioningCeramide EOP
Skin ConditioningCeramide AP
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
CleansingArbutin
AntioxidantEctoin
Skin ConditioningAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingAllantoin
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingLecithin
EmollientPropanediol
SolventPPG-26-Buteth-26
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus/Rice Ferment Filtrate
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Methylpropanediol
SolventBeta-Glucan
Skin ConditioningPhormidium Persicinum Extract
AntioxidantTocopherol
AntioxidantPortulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin ConditioningCrocus Sativus Callus Extract
AntioxidantCaprylhydroxamic Acid
Pancratium Maritimum Extract
BleachingFructose
HumectantHydrolyzed Rhodophyceae Extract
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPhytosterols
Skin ConditioningDisodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingWater, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Sea Water, Erythritol, Hydroxyacetophenone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Bis-PEG-15 Methyl Ether Dimethicone, Squalane, Phenylethyl Resorcinol, Tranexamic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Ceramide NP, Ceramide Ns, Ceramide As, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide AP, Centella Asiatica Extract, Arbutin, Ectoin, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Allantoin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Lecithin, Propanediol, PPG-26-Buteth-26, Lactobacillus/Rice Ferment Filtrate, Disodium EDTA, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Methylpropanediol, Beta-Glucan, Phormidium Persicinum Extract, Tocopherol, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Crocus Sativus Callus Extract, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Pancratium Maritimum Extract, Fructose, Hydrolyzed Rhodophyceae Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phytosterols, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate
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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.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservativesÂ
Allantoin is a soothing ingredient known for its protective and moisturizingg properties. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.
Studies show higher concentrations of this ingredient can promote wound healing.
Though it can be derived from the comfrey plant, allantoin is produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Learn more about AllantoinButylene 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 GlycolCentella Asiatica Extract (Centella) is derived from an herb native to Southeast Asia. It is famous for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Centella is rich in antioxidants and amino acids, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside.
Studies show the compounds in centella help with:
The combination of all these properties makes centella effective at soothing, hydrating, and protecting the skin.
Other great components of centella include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Fun fact: Centella has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.
Learn more about Centella Asiatica ExtractGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinThis extract comes from Purslane, a succulent. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and hydrating properties.
Purslane is very nutritious. It contains omega-3 fatty acids, NMFs, many vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. The vitamins found in purslane include: Vitamin C, Vitamin A, and Vitamin E.
Fun fact: Purslane is a succulent with an extensive habitat. It is used in traditional Korean medicine to treat irritated skin.
Nowadays, purslane is becoming a superfood due to its highly nutritious content.
Learn more about Portulaca Oleracea ExtractPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolSodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateWater. 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