What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
EmollientPolyisobutene
Tridecyl Trimellitate
EmollientDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientPentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
EmollientSynthetic Wax
AbrasivePolyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
EmulsifyingPersea Gratissima Oil
Skin ConditioningRubus Chamaemorus Seed Oil
Skin ConditioningRubus Idaeus Seed Oil
EmollientTin Oxide
AbrasiveAroma
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Tocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantBenzyl Alcohol
PerfumingBis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Polyisobutene, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Diisostearyl Malate, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Synthetic Wax, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Persea Gratissima Oil, Rubus Chamaemorus Seed Oil, Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil, Tin Oxide, Aroma, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Tocopheryl Acetate, Phenoxyethanol, CI 15850, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 77891, CI 19140, Benzyl Alcohol
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientPhytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Skin ConditioningBis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
EmollientPolyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
EmulsifyingHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientCeresin
Emulsion StabilisingCera Microcristallina
Emulsion Stabilising1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningParfum
MaskingBenzyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantPassiflora Edulis Seed Oil
EmollientBenzyl Alcohol
PerfumingVitis Vinifera Seed Oil
EmollientEuterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
Punica Granatum Fruit Extract
AntioxidantLycium Barbarum Fruit Extract
AstringentMalpighia Punicifolia Fruit Extract
AntioxidantPassiflora Incarnata Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Limon Fruit Extract
MaskingCitrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningFragaria Vesca Fruit Extract
AstringentVaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract
Skin ProtectingPrunus Persica Fruit Extract
AbrasiveVaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Juice
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
AntioxidantCI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantDiisostearyl Malate, Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Ceresin, Cera Microcristallina, 1,2-Hexanediol, Parfum, Benzyl Benzoate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil, Benzyl Alcohol, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract, Malpighia Punicifolia Fruit Extract, Passiflora Incarnata Flower Extract, Citrus Limon Fruit Extract, Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract, Fragaria Vesca Fruit Extract, Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract, Prunus Persica Fruit Extract, Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Juice, Tocopherol, CI 45410, CI 15985, CI 77891, CI 15850, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 42090
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Benzyl Alcohol is an aromatic alcohol with several roles: it's a preservative, solvent, and mild fragrance component with a floral scent.
This ingredient has been deemed safe for use in cosmetic formulations at concentrations up to 5%, and up to 10% in hair dyes. You'll typically see 0.5-2% in most rinse-off or leave-on products.
As a preservative, it works by disrupting the membrane of microbial proteins. This helps keep bacteria and fungi from growing in your products.
The sensitization picture is actually quite assuring as well:of nearly 71,000 patients patch tested with benzyl alcohol, only 0.21% showed a positive reaction with most of them being weakly positive.
This led researchers to conclude that benzyl alcohol cannot be regarded as a significant contact allergen.
It is worth noting this ingredient is classified as one of the EU's regulated fragrance allergens and restricted to 1% in finished products.
Labels must also declare it in concentrations above 0.001% in leave-on products and 0.01% in rinse-off products.
At concentrations around 5%, localized redness and itching can appear as a direct irritant response and not as a true allergic reaction.
Learn more about Benzyl AlcoholBis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2 is a synthetic emollient that works as a lanolin substitute.
This ingredient is a great vegan option for those avoiding animal-derived ingredients.
It mostly stays on the surface of skin where it helps hydrate due to its large molecular size and low water solubility.
Due to it being derived from fatty acids, this ingredient may not be Malassezia or fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2Ci 15850 is the pigment color red. It is an azo dye and created synthetically.
Azo dyes need to be thoroughly purified before use. This allows them to be more stable and longer-lasting.
This ingredient is common in foundations, lipsticks, and blushes. This color is described as brown/orangey red.
It has many secondary names such as Red 6 and Red 7. According to a manufacturer, Red 6 usually contains aluminum.
Learn more about CI 15850Ci 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77491 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77491CI 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created CI 77492 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77492Ci 77499 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It is created from mixing red and black iron oxides. This helps give shades of darkness to a product.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891Diisostearyl Malate is an emollient and most often used in lip products. It comes from isostearyl alcohol, a fatty acid, and malic acid, an AHA.
As an emollient, Diisostearyl Malate helps create a thin film on your skin to trap moisture in. This helps keep your skin soft and smooth.
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate is a plant-derived emulsifier and pigment-dispersing agent with a non-sticky skin feel.
It helps products glide on smoothly and prevents oil and water from separating in a formula, making it suitable for sunscreen and makeup formulations.
The EU inventory of cosmetics has no use restrictions on this ingredient and it is considered well-tolerated.
This ingredient may not be fungal acne safe because it is derived from isostearic acid.
Learn more about Polyglyceryl-2 TriisostearateTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl Acetate