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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Dicaprylyl Ether
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Xylitylglucoside
Humectant
Glyceryl Stearate Citrate
Emollient
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Lauryl Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Silica
Abrasive
Anhydroxylitol
Humectant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate
Emulsifying
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Xylitol
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Sodium Acrylates Copolymer
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingDehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningLecithin
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Carrageenan
Emulsion StabilisingSclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingGlycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Capryloyl Glycine
CleansingCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningPrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Flower Extract
HumectantCocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Glycine Soja Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Pisum Sativum Extract
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Maris Sal
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningRobinia Pseudoacacia Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCocos Nucifera Fruit Extract
EmollientLinalool
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Water, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dicaprylyl Ether, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Cetearyl Alcohol, Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil, Parfum, Xylitylglucoside, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Behenyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Lauryl Laurate, Silica, Anhydroxylitol, Tocopherol, Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate, Phenoxyethanol, Xylitol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Dehydroacetic Acid, Allantoin, Sodium Gluconate, Lecithin, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Citric Acid, Sodium Carrageenan, Sclerotium Gum, Glycine Soja Oil, Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil, Capryloyl Glycine, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Extract, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Flower Extract, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Glycine Soja Seed Extract, Pisum Sativum Extract, Disodium EDTA, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Maris Sal, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Fruit Extract, Robinia Pseudoacacia Flower Extract, Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract, Linalool, Geraniol, Limonene
Water
Skin ConditioningAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Glycerin
Humectant
Rosa Damascena Flower Water
Masking
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
CleansingAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Parfum
Masking
Sucrose Cocoate
Emulsifying
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningSodium Hydroxide
BufferingXylitylglucoside
Humectant
Anhydroxylitol
Humectant
Xylitol
Humectant
Citric Acid
Buffering
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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.
This ingredient is created from dehydrating xylitol in acidic conditions. Xylitol is a famous sugar and humectant.
Much like its predecessor, anhydroxylitol is a humectant. Humectants attract and hold water to moisturize the skin.
This ingredient is most commonly found in a popular trio called Aquaxyl. Aquaxyl is made up of anhydroxylitol (24 - 34%), xylitylglucoside (35 - 50%), and xylitol (5 - 15%).
According to a manufacturer, Aquaxyl is known for a 3-D hydration concept and an anti-dehydration shield to reinforce the outer layer of skin.
This ingredient is often derived from plants such as wood and sugarcane.
Learn more about AnhydroxylitolCitric 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 AcidGlycerin 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 GlycerinParfum 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.
This is the synthetic salt of gluconic acid, a form of PHA and mild exfoliant.
It is mainly used to stabilize oil and butter formulations from going bad. Sodium gluconate is a humectant, pH regulator, and chelating agent.
Chelating agents help neutralize unwanted metals from affecting the formulation.
Sodium gluconate is water-soluble.
Learn more about Sodium GluconateWater. 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 WaterXylitol is a humectant and prebiotic. It can help with dry skin.
In studies, xylitol has been shown to improve dry skin. It decreased transepidermal water loss, or when water passes through the skin and evaporates. Xylitol also showed to help improve the biomechanical properties of the skin barrier.
The prebiotic property of xylitol may also help reinforce our skin's natural microbiome. Having a healthy microbiome prevents infection by bad bacteria and helps with hydration.
As a humectant, Xylitol helps draw moisture from both the air and from deeper skin layers. This helps keep skin hydrated.
Xylitol is a sugar alcohol and commonly used as a sugar substitute. It is naturally occurring in plants such as strawberries and pumpkin.
Learn more about XylitolXylitylglucoside is created from xylitol and glucose, two humectants.
Not surprisingly, this ingredient is also a humectant. It attracts and holds water in your skin, helping to maintain hydration.
This ingredient is most commonly found in a popular trio called Aquaxyl. Aquaxyl is made up of anhydroxylitol(24 - 34%), xylitylglucoside (35 - 50%), and xylitol (5 - 15%).
According to a manufacturer, Aquaxyl is known for a 3-D hydration concept and an anti-dehydration shield to reinforce the outer layer of skin.
Learn more about Xylitylglucoside
