What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Betaine
Humectant
Quaternium-22
Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingPvp
Emulsion StabilisingGuar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningFurcellaria Lumbricalis Extract
Skin ConditioningPelvetia Canaliculata Extract
Skin ProtectingXylitylglucoside
Humectant
Polyquaternium-44
Anhydroxylitol
Humectant
Maltitol
HumectantCitric Acid
Buffering
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Xylitol
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Hydroxide
BufferingSorbic Acid
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Parfum
Masking
Citral
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Water, Propanediol, Betaine, Quaternium-22, Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Cetrimonium Chloride, Panthenol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Pvp, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Furcellaria Lumbricalis Extract, Pelvetia Canaliculata Extract, Xylitylglucoside, Polyquaternium-44, Anhydroxylitol, Maltitol, Citric Acid, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Xylitol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hydroxide, Sorbic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Parfum, Citral, Citronellol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Linalool
Water
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Water
Skin Conditioning
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-3 Caprate/Caprylate/Succinate
EmollientLactic Acid
Buffering
Vinegar
Malus Sylvestris Flower Extract
Antioxidant
Propanediol
Solvent
Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
CleansingVitis Vinifera Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPolyacrylamidopropyltrimonium Chloride
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil
Masking
Hydroxypropylgluconamide
HumectantCitric Acid
Buffering
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Lauryl Methyl Gluceth-10 Hydroxypropyldimonium Chloride
Citrus Limon Peel Extract
EmollientSaccharum Officinarum Extract
MoisturisingHydroxypropylammonium Gluconate
HumectantSoy Amino Acids
Skin ConditioningWheat Amino Acids
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Equisetum Arvense Extract
AstringentSerenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Urtica Dioica Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningGlucose
Humectant
Tartaric Acid
Buffering
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Fructose
Humectant
Gluconic Acid
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Malic Acid
Buffering
Arginine Hcl
Skin ConditioningSerine
Masking
Threonine
Commiphora Myrrha Resin
MaskingStyrax Benzoin Resin Extract
Masking
Acer Saccharum Extract
Skin ConditioningCaesalpinia Spinosa Gum
Skin ConditioningMyroxylon Balsamum Resin
MaskingSodium Metabisulfite
Antioxidant
Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Glycerin, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Water, Propylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-3 Caprate/Caprylate/Succinate, Lactic Acid, Vinegar, Malus Sylvestris Flower Extract, Propanediol, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract, Polyacrylamidopropyltrimonium Chloride, Sodium Benzoate, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil, Hydroxypropylgluconamide, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol, Niacinamide, Lauryl Methyl Gluceth-10 Hydroxypropyldimonium Chloride, Citrus Limon Peel Extract, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Hydroxypropylammonium Gluconate, Soy Amino Acids, Wheat Amino Acids, Ethylhexylglycerin, Panthenol, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Disodium EDTA, Equisetum Arvense Extract, Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Urtica Dioica Leaf Extract, Glucose, Tartaric Acid, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Fructose, Gluconic Acid, Gluconolactone, Malic Acid, Arginine Hcl, Serine, Threonine, Commiphora Myrrha Resin, Styrax Benzoin Resin Extract, Acer Saccharum Extract, Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum, Myroxylon Balsamum Resin, Sodium Metabisulfite
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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.
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.
Panthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolPropanediol 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 PropanediolSodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateSodium 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
