What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Betaine
Humectant
PEG-8
HumectantPropanediol
Solvent
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2
AbsorbentPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Trideceth-9
EmulsifyingPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Glycerin
Humectant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingDisodium EDTA
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Silica
Abrasive
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Menthyl Lactate
Masking
PPG-26-Buteth-26
Skin ConditioningBeta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Sodium Chloride
MaskingCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDeoxyphytantriyl Palmitamide Mea
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Cholesterol
Emollient
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Niacinamide, Betaine, PEG-8, Propanediol, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2, Panthenol, Propylene Glycol, Trideceth-9, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Chlorphenesin, Glycerin, Allantoin, Carbomer, Disodium EDTA, Polysorbate 20, Silica, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Pentylene Glycol, Menthyl Lactate, PPG-26-Buteth-26, Beta-Glucan, Tin Oxide, Sodium Chloride, Caprylyl Glycol, Parfum, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ethylhexylglycerin, Deoxyphytantriyl Palmitamide Mea, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Ceramide NP, Cholesterol, CI 77891, CI 42090
Water
Skin ConditioningMethylpropanediol
SolventSqualane
Emollient
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Cetearyl Olivate
Dimethicone
Emollient
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract
Antioxidant
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Lactobacillus/Soymilk Ferment Filtrate
Skin ConditioningBisabolol
Antioxidant
Ectoin
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Acrylates Copolymer
Crocus Sativus Flower Extract
MaskingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingLecithin
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Aminomethyl Propanol
BufferingPentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water, Methylpropanediol, Squalane, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Cetearyl Olivate, Dimethicone, Sorbitan Olivate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Panthenol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Tremella Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Lactobacillus/Soymilk Ferment Filtrate, Bisabolol, Ectoin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Crocus Sativus Flower Extract, Tocopherol, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Lecithin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Propanediol, Aminomethyl Propanol, Pentylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol
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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.
Ethylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Learn more about EthylhexylglycerinPanthenol 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 PanthenolPentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can also help thicken or stabilize a product.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Propanediol 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 PropanediolWater. 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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