What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Clitoria Ternatea Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningDipropylene Glycol
HumectantWater
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Methylpropanediol
SolventGlycereth-25 PCA Isostearate
Emulsifying
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Citrate
BufferingNelumbo Nucifera Seed Extract
Antimicrobial
Schizonepeta Tenuifolia Extract
Skin ConditioningPortulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Scrophularia Buergeriana Root Extract
EmollientTocopherol
Antioxidant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate
Skin Conditioning
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
Perfuming
Hamamelis Virginiana Water
Astringent
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract
AntimicrobialSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Ocimum Basilicum Extract
Antioxidant
Mentha Piperita Extract
CleansingChamomilla Recutita Flower Water
MaskingCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Aloe Ferox Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Disodium EDTA
Clitoria Ternatea Flower Extract, Dipropylene Glycol, Water, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Methylpropanediol, Glycereth-25 PCA Isostearate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Sodium Citrate, Nelumbo Nucifera Seed Extract, Schizonepeta Tenuifolia Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Scrophularia Buergeriana Root Extract, Tocopherol, Citric Acid, Panthenol, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Hamamelis Virginiana Water, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ocimum Basilicum Extract, Mentha Piperita Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Water, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Aloe Ferox Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Pentylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Disodium EDTA
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycereth-26
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate
Emulsifying
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
CleansingCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
Antioxidant
Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract
Antimicrobial
Curcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingDisodium EDTA
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingArginine
Masking
Citrus Grandis Peel Oil
Masking
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Masking
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
Masking
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Cynanchum Atratum Extract
Skin ConditioningRose Flower Oil
Masking
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin Conditioning
Limonene
Perfuming
Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Glycereth-26, Dipropylene Glycol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate, Panthenol, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Caprylyl Glycol, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Disodium EDTA, Carbomer, Arginine, Citrus Grandis Peel Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Madecassoside, Ceramide NP, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Asiaticoside, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Cynanchum Atratum Extract, Rose Flower Oil, Hyaluronic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Limonene
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.Â
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 preservativesÂ
Centella Asiatica Extract (Centella) is derived from an herb native to Southeast Asia. It is famous for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Centella is rich in antioxidants and amino acids, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside.
Studies show the compounds in centella help with:
The combination of all these properties makes centella effective at soothing, hydrating, and protecting the skin.
Other great components of centella include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Fun fact: Centella has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.
Learn more about Centella Asiatica ExtractDipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created humectant, stabilizer, and solvent.
This ingredient helps:
Dipropylene glycol is technically an alcohol, but it belongs to the glycol family (often considered part of the ‘good’ alcohols). This means it is hydrating and gentle on skin unlike drying solvent alcohols like denatured alcohol.
As a masking agent, Dipropylene Glycol can be used to cover the smell of other ingredients. However, it does not have a scent.
Studies show Dipropylene Glycol is considered safe to use in skincare.
Learn more about Dipropylene GlycolDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid is a form of hyaluronic acid. It is created by the hydrolysis of hyaluronic acid with a high molecular weight. Once created, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid has a low molecular weight.
Low molecular weight HA has been shown to hydrate and increase elasticity of the skin. Increasing elasticity is also associated with reduction of wrinkle depth.
One study found topical low molecular weight hyaluronic acid may be considered for the treatment of rosacea in the adult population. However, we always recommend speaking with a professional about your skin concerns.
Hyaluronic acids are a humectant. This means they draw moisture from the air. Hyaluronic acids help moisturize, soothe, and protect the skin.
Read more about other common forms of hyaluronic acid:
Learn more about Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic 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 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 GlycolSodium 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 HyaluronateSodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer is a type of hyaluronic acid. In fact, it is modified version of hyaluronic acid.
The structure of Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer allows it to stay in the skin's top layer for a longer period of time. This allows for even more hydration and humectant action than hyaluronic acid.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium Hyaluronate CrosspolymerWater. 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
