What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Dimethicone
Emollient
Isohexadecane
EmollientC13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Coco-Caprylate
Emollient
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Zea Mays Oil
Emulsifying
Beta-Carotene
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Punica Granatum Seed Oil
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningMorinda Citrifolia Leaf Powder
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Citral
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Pseudozyma Epicola/Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil Ferment Extract Filtrate
Humectant
Dimethicone, Isohexadecane, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Coco-Caprylate, Phenyl Trimethicone, Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate, Propanediol, Zea Mays Oil, Beta-Carotene, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Punica Granatum Seed Oil, Water, Morinda Citrifolia Leaf Powder, Parfum, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Tocopherol, Citral, Linalool, Citronellol, Pseudozyma Epicola/Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil Ferment Extract Filtrate
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialIsododecane
EmollientCaprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Dimethicone
Emollient
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Bis-Hydroxy/Methoxy Amodimethicone
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Isostearoyl Hydrolyzed Keratin
CleansingOlea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Ceramide Ng
Skin Conditioning
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientRicinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Beta-Carotene
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Isododecane, Caprylyl Methicone, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Dimethicone, Phenyl Trimethicone, Bis-Hydroxy/Methoxy Amodimethicone, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Dimethiconol, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Isostearoyl Hydrolyzed Keratin, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Ceramide Ng, Isononyl Isononanoate, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Beta-Carotene
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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.
Beta-Carotene is a fat-soluble carotenoid pigment. It is the thing responsible for giving carrots, sweet potatoes, apricots, and other orange-yellow produce their color.
It is a potent antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals (mainly reactive oxygen species) that come at your skin from both the environment and internal processes.
When applied topically, beta-carotene accumulates in your outermost layer of skin and acts as a first-line defense against photo-oxidative stress.
Research has established that carotenoids like beta-carotene boosts your skin's innate resistance against UVB induced erythema. Please know this does not mean beta-carotene can replace your sunscreen.
Newer studies show it can also help inhibit molecular markers of oxidative stress like MMP-1 and MMP-9, enzymes that break down collagen.
In some cases, it can be used as a cosmetic colorant as well (INCI name: CI 40800).
Beta-carotene pairs well with other antioxidants like Vitamin E and Vitamin C for a synergistic effect.
Learn more about Beta-CaroteneDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz. It is also known as polydimethylsiloxane.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil is a plant oil derived from the seeds of a sunflower.
It is rich in fatty acids, primarily linoleic acid and oleic acid. This gives it emollient and skin conditioning properties.
The reason this ingredient is so effective is because it forms a thin film on the skin that reduces transepidermal water loss (TEWL) while supplying linoleic acid to the stratum corneum to improve barrier strength.
The high linoleic acid content is particularly noteworthy for acne-prone skin.
Research suggests that acne-prone skin tends to be deficient in linoleic acid in sebum. Topical application may help replenish this to support a healthier follicular environment and less comedone-promoting sebum.
One randomized study found sunflower seed oil preserved skin barrier integrity in adult volunteers with and without atopic dermatitis (outperforming olive oil).
This ingredient is well-studied, gentle, and an effective emollient suitable for most skin types.
On fungal acne: This ingredient may not be Fungal acne (Malassezia folliculitis) safe. This is because it contains fatty acids with carbon chain lengths in the C11-C24 range.
Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed OilPhenyl Trimethicone is a silicon-based polymer. It is derived from silica.
Phenyl Trimethicone is used as an emollient and prevents products from foaming.
As an emollient, it helps trap moisture in the skin. It is considered an occlusive.
Learn more about Phenyl Trimethicone
