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Water
Skin ConditioningCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Polyquaternium-37
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Behentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Propanediol
Solvent
Hydrogenated Castor Oil/Sebacic Acid Copolymer
Emollient
Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine
EmulsifyingHydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate
EmollientPolyglyceryl-2 Stearate
Emulsifying
Glycerin
Humectant
Amodimethicone
Parfum
Masking
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Polyquaternium-6
Quaternium-22
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
C15-19 Alkane
SolventDimethicone
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
PPG-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate
EmollientGlucomannan
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables
Emollient
Polyimide-1
Cetyl Esters
Emollient
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningOryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin Conditioning
Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate
Skin ConditioningRosa Canina Fruit Oil
Emollient
Arginine
Masking
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Sodium Lactate
Buffering
Sorbitol
Humectant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Helianthus Annuus Extract
Emollient
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Momordica Cochinchinensis Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialTocopherol
Antioxidant
Citral
Perfuming
Polyglutamic Acid
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Lactobacillus Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Cetyl Alcohol, Polyquaternium-37, Cetearyl Alcohol, Behentrimonium Chloride, Propanediol, Hydrogenated Castor Oil/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate, Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate, Glycerin, Amodimethicone, Parfum, Glyceryl Stearate, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Stearyl Alcohol, Isopropyl Alcohol, Polyquaternium-6, Quaternium-22, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, C15-19 Alkane, Dimethicone, Panthenol, PPG-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate, Glucomannan, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables, Polyimide-1, Cetyl Esters, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Pentylene Glycol, Chlorphenesin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Arginine, Lactic Acid, Sodium Lactate, Sorbitol, Citric Acid, Helianthus Annuus Extract, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Momordica Cochinchinensis Seed Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Tocopherol, Citral, Polyglutamic Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Benzoate, Lactobacillus Ferment, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Sodium Hydroxide, CI 19140, CI 15985
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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.
Cetyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product.
Its main roles are:
Though it has "alcohol" in the name, it is not related to denatured alcohol or ethyl alcohol.
The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient may not be fungal acne safe. It is a primary fatty alcohol with a chain length above 12 carbons. A study from 2019 show Malassezia can feed on fatty alcohols in this range, so it may trigger fungal acne in those prone to it.
Learn more about Cetyl AlcoholCitric 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 AcidPanthenol 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 PanthenolParfum 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 ParfumStearyl Alcohol is a type of fatty alcohol from stearic acid. It is a white, waxy compound used to emulsify ingredients used as an emollient or to thicken a product.
Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Fatty alcohols are usually derived from natural fats and oils and therefore do not have the same drying or irritating effect as solvent (ethanol) alcohols.
The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient may not be fungal acne safe. It is a primary fatty alcohol with a chain length above 12 carbons. A study from 2019 show Malassezia can feed on fatty alcohols in this range, so it may trigger fungal acne in those prone to it.
Learn more about Stearyl AlcoholWater. 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. Remember to stay hydrated!
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