What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSea Salt
Abrasive
Lauryl Glucoside
CleansingGlycerin
Humectant
Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate
Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate
Menthol
Masking
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate
CleansingCellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Polyquaternium-10
Sodium Chloride
MaskingDisodium EDTA
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingPortulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningWater, Sea Salt, Lauryl Glucoside, Glycerin, Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Menthol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Cellulose Gum, Panthenol, Xanthan Gum, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Polyquaternium-10, Sodium Chloride, Disodium EDTA, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Sea Salt
Abrasive
Sodium Chloride
MaskingRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialWater
Skin ConditioningPinus Densiflora Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Cleansing
Glycerin
Humectant
Coco-Betaine
Cleansing
Lauryl Betaine
CleansingZingiber Officinale Root Extract
Masking
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPropanediol
Solvent
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Ocimum Basilicum Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningOcimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningOriganum Vulgare Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningBifida Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Caffeine
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Menthol
Masking
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil
Masking
Abies Sibirica Oil
Masking
Cupressus Sempervirens Oil
Masking
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Verbena Officinalis Extract
EmollientStyrax Benzoin Resin Extract
Masking
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantLimonene
Perfuming
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCoccinia Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningAmber Powder
Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCurcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Corallina Officinalis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Sea Salt, Sodium Chloride, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Water, Pinus Densiflora Leaf Extract, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Glycerin, Coco-Betaine, Lauryl Betaine, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Xanthan Gum, Propanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Ocimum Basilicum Leaf Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract, Bifida Ferment Lysate, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, Caffeine, Panthenol, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Menthol, Salicylic Acid, Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil, Abies Sibirica Oil, Cupressus Sempervirens Oil, Niacinamide, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Verbena Officinalis Extract, Styrax Benzoin Resin Extract, Dipropylene Glycol, Limonene, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Amber Powder, Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Disodium EDTA, 1,2-Hexanediol
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.
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 preservatives
Disodium EDTA is a chelating agent. It grabs onto and deactivates metal ions that sneak into your products from water, packaging, or air.
This ingredient mainly works behind the scenes and helps with:
On top of that, this ingredient can counteract the effects of hard water by binding to the minerals in it.
One thing worth knowing is that Disodium EDTA has been shown to be a mild penetration enhancer. It can help other ingredients absorb into skin more effectively which can be a double-edged sword (great for actives, but can also make the active too strong if you have sensitive skin).
Clinical patch testing showed no significant skin irritation at typical use concentrations and minimal dermal absorption.
You'll most likely see this ingredient near the end of an ingredient list. It's typically found in concentrations less than 1%.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAEthylhexylglycerin 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 EthylhexylglycerinGlycerin (or glycerol) is a compound naturally found in your skin. It's a powerhouse humectant that pulls water into the stratum corneum.
Topically, glycerin does several things at once:
Your skin makes glycerin on its own (mostly from sebaceous oil breakdown) and shuttles it to your outermost layer of skin, or your epidermis, via aquaporin-3.
Aquaporin-3 is a transporter that is essential for normal skin hydration, elasticity, and repair. Interestingly, mice lacking in AQP3 have dry and less elastic skin that can be fully corrected with glycerin.
This ingredient is non-irritating, plays well with almost every ingredient, and works across all skin types. Typical use is anywhere between 3-10% but can go up to 79% in some leave-on products.
Just know very high concentrations (>40%) can feel tacky in low humidity.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract is from the Neem tree. Neem trees originate from India.
Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract contains antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
The flowers of this tree are lilac colored.
Learn more about Melia Azadirachta Flower ExtractMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract is extract from the neem plant.
The leaves of this tree contain flavonoids and polyphenols. These two compounds are antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial. Further research is needed as to their effects when applied on skin.
Menthol is a compound found in mint plants, such as peppermint. In its pure form, it is a clear crystalline substance.
Menthol is known for its cooling sensation; however, the cooling is actually from your skin being sensitized. Menthol can worsen rosacea. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Menthol also has antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about MentholPanthenol 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 PanthenolSea salt has abrasive or exfoliation properties. It can sensitize and dry out the skin.
Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt. This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
You might see people debate whether Sodium Chloride is comedogenic, but there actually haven't been any comedogenic tests done on it. Either way, the overall formulation of a product matters a lot more than any single ingredient.
You might see this ingredient used in scrubs as a primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideWater. 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!
Learn more about WaterXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan Gum
