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Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPropanediol
SolventGlycerin
HumectantButylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
Emollient1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
EmulsifyingHydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
EmollientPanthenol
Skin ConditioningSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
EmollientSorbitan Sesquioleate
EmulsifyingCetearyl Olivate
Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingCaprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
CleansingSorbitan Olivate
EmulsifyingEclipta Prostrata Extract
Skin ConditioningCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingArginine
MaskingPolyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-10 Myristate
Skin ConditioningAllantoin
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
HumectantCoptis Japonica Root Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningRhodomyrtus Tomentosa Fruit Extract
HumectantMoringa Oleifera Seed Oil
EmollientGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientTartaric Acid
BufferingCeramide NP
Skin ConditioningAdansonia Digitata Seed Oil
EmollientHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingCamellia Japonica Flower Extract
EmollientAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
EmollientTocopherol
AntioxidantCeramide As
Skin ConditioningCeramide Ns
Skin ConditioningFicus Carica Fruit Extract
HumectantCentella Asiatica Extract
CleansingCeramide AP
Skin ConditioningCeramide EOP
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantSodium Phytate
Parfum
MaskingWater, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Propanediol, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Panthenol, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Cetearyl Olivate, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Sorbitan Olivate, Eclipta Prostrata Extract, Carbomer, Arginine, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Allantoin, Butylene Glycol, Coptis Japonica Root Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Rhodomyrtus Tomentosa Fruit Extract, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Glyceryl Caprylate, Tartaric Acid, Ceramide NP, Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Camellia Japonica Flower Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Tocopherol, Ceramide As, Ceramide Ns, Ficus Carica Fruit Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Phytate, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventCitrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningEthyl Olivate
EmollientGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
BleachingGlycerin
HumectantPaeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract
Skin ProtectingScutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentCetearyl Olivate
Sorbitan Olivate
EmulsifyingGlutamic Acid
HumectantSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantJasminum Grandiflorum Flower Wax
MaskingCetyl Alcohol
EmollientCyamopsis Tetragonoloba Gum
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingApricot Kernel Amino Acids
Skin ConditioningAlkanna Tinctoria Root Extract
Skin ConditioningBeta-Glucan
Skin ConditioningAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingBrassica Oleracea Capitata Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningIpomoea Batatas Root Extract
Skin ConditioningOlea Europaea Leaf Extract
PerfumingHydrolyzed Corn Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Soy Protein
HumectantHydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningVaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract
Skin ProtectingFragaria Ananassa Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningRosa Damascena Flower Water
MaskingPyrus Communis Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCucumis Melo Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningIris Florentina Root Extract
MaskingVetiveria Zizanoides Root Extract
PerfumingButylene Glycol
Humectant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningWater, Propanediol, Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract, Ethyl Olivate, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Glycerin, Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Glutamic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Jasminum Grandiflorum Flower Wax, Cetyl Alcohol, Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba Gum, Xanthan Gum, Apricot Kernel Amino Acids, Alkanna Tinctoria Root Extract, Beta-Glucan, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Brassica Oleracea Capitata Leaf Extract, Ipomoea Batatas Root Extract, Olea Europaea Leaf Extract, Hydrolyzed Corn Protein, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract, Fragaria Ananassa Fruit Extract, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Pyrus Communis Fruit Extract, Cucumis Melo Seed Extract, Iris Florentina Root Extract, Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Extract, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol
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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.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Ā
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservativesĀ
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolCetearyl Olivate is an emulsifier and texture enhancer. It is derived from the fatty acids of olive oil and Cetearyl alcohol, and is biodegradable.
As an emulsifier, it is used to prevent oils and waters from separating. It can also
Manufacturers use the name Olivem 1000. This ingredient has been found to preserve the natural microbiome of skin. Having a healthy microbiome helps keep our skin healthy and protects against harmful bacteria. This ingredient is grouped with Sorbitan Olivate under the name Olivem 1000.
Learn more about Cetearyl OlivateGlycerin 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 GlycerinPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Ā
Itās 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 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 HyaluronateSorbitan Olivate is created from the fatty acids in olive oil and sorbitol.
This ingredient is an oil in water emulsifier. It helps stabilize a product by preventing oils and waters from separating. Sorbitan Olivate also helps hydrate the skin.
Manufacturers sell sorbitan olivate under the name OliveM 1000. OliveM 1000 a multifunctional ingredient. It is self-emulsifying. According to a manufacturer, OliveM 1000 does not disrupt natural skin biome.
Due to its olive oil base, this ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Sorbitan OlivateWater. 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