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Ingredients Side-by-side
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin ConditioningEthyl Palmate
EmollientSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
EmollientPolyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate
EmulsifyingGlycerin
HumectantPropanediol
SolventPolyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
EmulsifyingSilica
AbrasiveOctyldodecyl Myristate
EmollientTrihydroxystearin
Skin ConditioningMagnesium Sulfate
Glyceryl Oleate
EmollientPolyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate
Skin ConditioningLonicera Caprifolium Flower Extract
PerfumingCaprylyl Glyceryl Ether
CleansingCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
EmollientMicrocrystalline Cellulose
AbsorbentXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTriheptanoin
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingPhysalis Pubescens Fruit Juice
Skin ConditioningRicinoleic Acid
CleansingLonicera Japonica Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingRaspberry Ketone
MaskingBoswellia Serrata Resin Extract
SmoothingCaprylhydroxamic Acid
C9-12 Alkane
SolventDilinoleic Acid/Butanediol Copolymer
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
BleachingHydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialArginine
MaskingCellulose
AbsorbentAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
Skin ConditioningMagnesium Chloride
Hippophae Rhamnoides Extract
MaskingMica
Cosmetic ColorantCastor Oil/Ipdi Copolymer
Tocopherol
AntioxidantLecithin
EmollientAscorbyl Palmitate
AntioxidantHydrogenated Palm Glycerides Citrate
EmollientCalcium Chloride
AstringentCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Ethyl Palmate, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate, Glycerin, Propanediol, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Silica, Octyldodecyl Myristate, Trihydroxystearin, Magnesium Sulfate, Glyceryl Oleate, Polyglyceryl-2 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Lonicera Caprifolium Flower Extract, Caprylyl Glyceryl Ether, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Xanthan Gum, Triheptanoin, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Physalis Pubescens Fruit Juice, Ricinoleic Acid, Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Raspberry Ketone, Boswellia Serrata Resin Extract, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, C9-12 Alkane, Dilinoleic Acid/Butanediol Copolymer, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Arginine, Cellulose, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Magnesium Chloride, Hippophae Rhamnoides Extract, Mica, Castor Oil/Ipdi Copolymer, Tocopherol, Lecithin, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides Citrate, Calcium Chloride, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499
Water
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate
EmulsifyingSilica
AbrasiveDicaprylyl Ether
EmollientC9-12 Alkane
SolventCoconut Alkanes
EmollientPropanediol
SolventC15-19 Alkane
SolventPolyglyceryl-2 Isostearate
EmulsifyingSorbitan Sesquiisostearate
EmulsifyingPolyhydroxystearic Acid
EmulsifyingMica
Cosmetic ColorantDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingHelianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Cera
EmollientMagnesium Sulfate
Olea Europaea Oil Unsaponifiables
Skin ConditioningSodium Dehydroacetate
PreservativeHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingLevulinic Acid
PerfumingCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
EmollientSodium Levulinate
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
HumectantRhus Verniciflua Peel Wax
Shorea Robusta Resin
TonicMelia Azadirachta Seed Oil
EmollientXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTocopherol
AntioxidantOpuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningDisodium Phosphate
BufferingCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, Silica, Dicaprylyl Ether, C9-12 Alkane, Coconut Alkanes, Propanediol, C15-19 Alkane, Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate, Sorbitan Sesquiisostearate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Mica, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Helianthus Annuus Seed Cera, Magnesium Sulfate, Olea Europaea Oil Unsaponifiables, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Levulinic Acid, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Sodium Levulinate, Glycerin, Rhus Verniciflua Peel Wax, Shorea Robusta Resin, Melia Azadirachta Seed Oil, Xanthan Gum, Tocopherol, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract, Disodium Phosphate, CI 77891, CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499
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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.
C9-12 Alkane is synethically created using alkanes, or paraffins. It is added to products as a solvent. This means its main purpose is to help dissolve ingredients and create even texture.
Ci 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 77891Coco-Caprylate/Caprate is created from fatty coconut alcohol, caprylic acid, and capric acid.
It is a lightweight emollient. Emollients create a thin barrier on the skin to trap moisture in. This helps keep your skin hydrated and soft.
Once applied, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate is absorbed quickly and leaves a silky feel.
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Coco-Caprylate/CaprateGlycerin 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 GlycerinHydrogenated Lecithin is created from the hydrogenation of lecithin (a group of phospholipids). Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction between hydrogen and another element.
This ingredient is an emollient and emulsifier. As an emollient, it helps soften skin by trapping moisture within. As an emulsifier, it prevents oil and water ingredients from separating.
Magnesium Sulfate is a salt. More specifically, it is an epsom salt, or the bath salt used to help relieve muscle aches.
Despite having ‘sulfate’ in the name, it isn’t a surfactant or cleansing agent like sodium lauryl sulfate. Unlike those sulfates, magnesium sulfate doesn’t have the same cleansing or foaming properties (it's simply a type of salt).
In cosmetics, Magnesium Sulfate is used to thicken a product or help dilute other solids. It is a non-reactive and non-irritating ingredient.
One study shows magnesium deficiency may lead to inflammation of the skin. Applying magnesium topically may help reduce inflammation.
You can find this ingredient in sea water or mineral deposits.
Learn more about Magnesium SulfateMica is a naturally occurring mineral used to add shimmer and color in cosmetics. It can also help improve the texture of a product or give it an opaque, white/silver color.
Serecite is the name for very fine but ragged grains of mica.
This ingredient is often coated with metal oxides like titanium dioxide. Trace amounts of heavy metals may be found in mica, but these metals are not harmful in our personal products.
Mica has been used since prehistoric times throughout the world. Ancient Egyptian, Indian, Greek, Roman, Aztec, and Chinese civilizations have used mica.
Learn more about MicaPropanediol 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 PropanediolSilica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.
Though it has exfoliant properties, the function of silica varies depending on the product.
The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and adds smoothness, making it a great texture enhancer.
It is also used as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.
In some products, tiny microneedles called spicules are made from silica or hydrolyzed sponge. When you rub them in, they lightly polish away dead skin layers and enhance the penetration of active ingredients.
Learn more about SilicaTocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan Gum