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Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingSodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate
CleansingCaprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
CleansingSodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
Cleansing
Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate
CleansingParfum
Masking
Disodium Cocoamphodipropionate
CleansingLauramidopropyl Betaine
CleansingAcrylates Crosspolymer-4
Emulsion StabilisingCoconut Acid
Cleansing
Sorbeth-230 Tetraoleate
Emulsifying
Citric Acid
Buffering
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Polyquaternium-73
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Sodium Isethionate
CleansingLinoleamidopropyl Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate
Silicone Quaternium-22
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Sodium Methyl Isethionate
EmulsifyingSodium Cocoyl Glutamate
CleansingGlycol Stearate
Emollient
Polyquaternium-67
Decyl Glucoside
CleansingLauric Acid
Cleansing
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Potassium Hydroxide
BufferingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Sulfate
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantPolyglyceryl-3 Caprate
EmulsifyingTetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientPolyglyceryl-6 Oleate
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Laurate
Emulsifying
Oryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Glycol Distearate
Emollient
Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract
EmollientSodium Laurate
CleansingCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Quaternium-95
UV AbsorberCinnamidopropyltrimonium Chloride
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Sodium Surfactin
CleansingHelianthus Annuus Extract
Emollient
Sodium PCA
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Sodium Lactate
BufferingLactobacillus/Arundinaria Gigantea Leaf Ferment Filtrate
Skin ConditioningLitchi Chinensis Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPalmitamidopropyltrimonium Chloride
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingArginine
Masking
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Rice Protein
Skin ConditioningGalactoarabinan
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Aspartic Acid
Masking
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialTocopherol
Antioxidant
Sodium Acetate
BufferingPCA
Humectant
Trehalose
Humectant
Xylitol
Humectant
Leontopodium Alpinum Extract
Skin ConditioningPanthenyl Hydroxypropyl Steardimonium Chloride
Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Arctium Lappa Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hedera Helix Extract
AntimicrobialTrigonella Foenum-Graecum Seed Extract
Perfuming
Glycine
Buffering
Sodium Phosphate
BufferingAlanine
MaskingCitrullus Lanatus Seed Oil
Emollient
Dimethiconol Meadowfoamate
EmollientIsopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningSerine
Masking
Valine
MaskingIsoleucine
Skin ConditioningProline
Skin ConditioningThreonine
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Eclipta Prostrata Extract
Skin ConditioningLonicera Japonica Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Histidine
Humectant
Phenylalanine
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin Conditioning
Limonene
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Water, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate, Parfum, Disodium Cocoamphodipropionate, Lauramidopropyl Betaine, Acrylates Crosspolymer-4, Coconut Acid, Sorbeth-230 Tetraoleate, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Polyquaternium-73, Hydroxyacetophenone, Sodium Isethionate, Linoleamidopropyl Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate, Silicone Quaternium-22, Chlorphenesin, Sodium Methyl Isethionate, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Glycol Stearate, Polyquaternium-67, Decyl Glucoside, Lauric Acid, Propylene Glycol, Potassium Hydroxide, Panthenol, Sodium Sulfate, Dipropylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-3 Caprate, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Polyglyceryl-6 Oleate, Sorbitan Laurate, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Glycerin, Glycol Distearate, Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract, Sodium Laurate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Quaternium-95, Cinnamidopropyltrimonium Chloride, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Surfactin, Helianthus Annuus Extract, Sodium PCA, Propanediol, Sodium Lactate, Lactobacillus/Arundinaria Gigantea Leaf Ferment Filtrate, Litchi Chinensis Fruit Extract, Palmitamidopropyltrimonium Chloride, Sodium Hydroxide, Arginine, Butylene Glycol, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Galactoarabinan, Tocopheryl Acetate, Aspartic Acid, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Tocopherol, Sodium Acetate, PCA, Trehalose, Xylitol, Leontopodium Alpinum Extract, Panthenyl Hydroxypropyl Steardimonium Chloride, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Arctium Lappa Root Extract, Hedera Helix Extract, Trigonella Foenum-Graecum Seed Extract, Glycine, Sodium Phosphate, Alanine, Citrullus Lanatus Seed Oil, Dimethiconol Meadowfoamate, Isopropyl Alcohol, Pentylene Glycol, Serine, Valine, Isoleucine, Proline, Threonine, Potassium Sorbate, Eclipta Prostrata Extract, Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Histidine, Phenylalanine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Limonene, Hexyl Cinnamal
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Glycerin
Humectant
Coco-Betaine
CleansingCocamide Mipa
EmulsifyingSodium Chloride
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingHydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Linalool
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Paeonia Albiflora Flower Extract
TonicParfum
Masking
Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Glycerin, Coco-Betaine, Cocamide Mipa, Sodium Chloride, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Hydroxide, Hexylene Glycol, Hydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Salicylic Acid, Linalool, Limonene, Geraniol, Citronellol, Butylene Glycol, Paeonia Albiflora Flower Extract, Parfum
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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.
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 GlycolCitric Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) naturally found in citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and limes.
Like other AHAs, citric acid can exfoliate skin by breaking down the bonds that hold dead skin cells together. This helps reveal smoother and brighter skin underneath.
However, this exfoliating effect only happens at high concentrations (20%) which can be hard to find in cosmetic products.
Due to this, citric acid is usually included in small amounts as a pH adjuster. This helps keep products slightly more acidic and compatible with skin's natural pH.
In skincare formulas, citric acid can:
While it can provide some skin benefits, research shows lactic acid and glycolic acid are generally more effective and less irritating exfoliants.
Most citric acid used in skincare today is made by fermenting sugars (usually from molasses). This synthetic version is identical to the natural citrus form but easier to stabilize and use in formulations.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidGlycerin 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 GlycerinLimonene 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 LimoneneParfum 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 âFRAGRANCEâ or âPARFUMâ 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 ParfumSodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateSodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideWater. 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!
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