What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Isopropyl Palmitate
Emollient
Lecithin
Emollient
Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Parfum
Masking
Aleurites Moluccanus Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Limonene
Perfuming
BHT
Antioxidant
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Oleic Acid
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Linalool
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter
Skin Conditioning
Geraniol
Perfuming
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Citral
Perfuming
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Persea Gratissima Oil, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Isopropyl Palmitate, Lecithin, Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil, Silica, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Parfum, Aleurites Moluccanus Seed Oil, Limonene, BHT, Alcohol, Oleic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, Linalool, Citronellol, Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter, Geraniol, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Tocopherol, Citral, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Lanolin
Emollient
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Triticum Vulgare Germ Oil
Emollient
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
C10-30 Cholesterol/Lanosterol Esters
Emulsifying
Cera Alba
Emollient
Silica Silylate
Emollient
Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Oat Protein
Cleansing
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein
Skin ConditioningCarthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
Water
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Equisetum Hyemale Extract
Skin ConditioningRetinyl Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Antioxidant
3-Hydroxybenzoic Acid
Skin ConditioningLinalool
Perfuming
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Coumarin
Perfuming
Citric Acid
Buffering
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Lanolin, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Glycine Soja Oil, Triticum Vulgare Germ Oil, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, C10-30 Cholesterol/Lanosterol Esters, Cera Alba, Silica Silylate, Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Oat Protein, Tocopherol, Parfum, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Water, Panthenol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Equisetum Hyemale Extract, Retinyl Palmitate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, 3-Hydroxybenzoic Acid, Linalool, Hydroxycitronellal, Limonene, Coumarin, Citric Acid
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term '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.
Learn more about LimoneneLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolParfum 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 ParfumTocopherol is a fat-soluble antioxidant known as Vitamin E.
You'll find this ingredient in the vast majority of skincare (for good reason). It works to neutralize free radicals, or unstable molecules generated by UV exposure, pollution, and other environmental stressors, before they can cause oxidative damage to your skin cells.
Topically applied tocopherol has been shown to protect against UV damage by ramping up the skin's own natural defense enzymes.
It also acts as a skin conditioning agent; some studies show that regular topical use can improve the skin's water-binding capacity over 2-4 weeks.
This ingredient is especially loved for being a team player. When combined with Vitamin C, the photoprotective effect of both ingredients roughly doubles and the combo also helps reduce UV-induced DNA damage.
This ingredient has some brightening potential but it's more of a prevention ingredient than spot-fader. Cell studies show it can slow down melanin production but it's worth noting that it's not the most powerful brightener out there.
In formulations, it also serves as a stabilizer that helps protect other oxidation-prone ingredients from degrading.
Concentrations usually range from 0.1-1% in most leave-on products.
Learn more about TocopherolVitis Vinifera Seed Oil comes from the grape vine. Grape seeds are a byproduct of creating grape juice or wine.
The components of grape seeds have many skin benefits. Research has found it to be antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory. It also contains many potent antioxidants such as Vitamin E , Vitamin C, proanthocyanidins, polyphenols, flavonoids, and anthocyanins. Proanthocyanidin has been shown to help even out skin tone.
Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are capable of damaging our cells and other genetic material. Antioxidants help stabilize free-radicals by donating extra electrons. Grape seed extract may help reduce the signs of aging.
The antimicrobial properties of grape seed may help treat acne. However, more research is needed to support this claim.
Grape seed has also been found to help absorb UV rays. Grape seed extract should not replace your sunscreen.
The fatty acids of grape seed oil give it emollient properties. Emollients help soothe and soften your skin by creating a film. This film traps moisture within, keeping your skin hydrated.
Learn more about Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
