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Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventPolysorbate 20
EmulsifyingHydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingLinoleamidopropyl Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate Dimethicone
Water, Propanediol, Polysorbate 20, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Linoleamidopropyl Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate Dimethicone, Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Polyquaternium-10, Pvp, Maltodextrin/Vp Copolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
EmollientGlycerin
HumectantEthyl Macadamiate
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventGlyceryl Stearate
EmollientPEG-100 Stearate
Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer
Skin ConditioningPolyester-11
Skin ConditioningBehentrimonium Chloride
PreservativeVp/Va Copolymer
Squalane
EmollientArgania Spinosa Kernel Oil
EmollientLinum Usitatissimum Seed Extract
PerfumingSalvia Hispanica Seed Extract
EmollientHelianthus Annuus Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
AntioxidantDiheptyl Succinate
EmollientXylitol
HumectantCaprylic Acid
CleansingButylene Glycol
HumectantMalic Acid
BufferingHydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingPolysorbate 60
EmulsifyingIsopropyl Alcohol
SolventTetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeBenzyl Alcohol
PerfumingSodium Phosphate
BufferingDisodium Phosphate
BufferingCitric Acid
BufferingParfum
MaskingAlpha-Isomethyl Ionone
PerfumingLimonene
PerfumingLinalool
PerfumingWater, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Ethyl Macadamiate, Propanediol, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Polyester-11, Behentrimonium Chloride, Vp/Va Copolymer, Squalane, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Linum Usitatissimum Seed Extract, Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract, Tocopherol, Diheptyl Succinate, Xylitol, Caprylic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Malic Acid, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Polysorbate 60, Isopropyl Alcohol, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl Alcohol, Sodium Phosphate, Disodium Phosphate, Citric Acid, Parfum, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Limonene, Linalool
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Citric 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 AcidEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Hydroxyethylcellulose is used to improve the texture of products. It is created from a chemical reaction involving ethylene oxide and alkali-cellulose. Cellulose is a sugar found in plant cell walls and help give plants structure.
This ingredient helps stabilize products by preventing ingredients from separating. It can also help thicken the texture of a product.
This ingredient can also be found in pill medicines to help our bodies digest other ingredients.
Learn more about HydroxyethylcelluloseParfum 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.
Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
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 PropanediolWater. 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