What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
Cleansing
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Glycerin
Humectant
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate
CleansingAcrylates/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Copolymer
Parfum
Masking
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
CleansingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Capryloyl/Caproyl Methyl Glucamide
EmulsifyingPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Sorbeth-230 Tetraoleate
Emulsifying
PEG-9 Cocoate
Emulsifying
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningBis-Cetearyl Amodimethicone
Linoleamidopropyl Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate
Silicone Quaternium-22
Potassium Hydroxide
BufferingPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Cetyl Triethylmonium Dimethicone PEG-8 Succinate
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
C12-16 Alketh-9
EmulsifyingLaureth-3
EmulsifyingDecyl Glucoside
CleansingQuaternium-95
UV AbsorberDipropylene Glycol
HumectantPolyglyceryl-3 Caprate
EmulsifyingSodium Sulfate
Tetrasodium EDTA
Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Sorbitan Laurate
Emulsifying
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingPropanediol
Solvent
Sodium PCA
Humectant
Saccharum Officinarum Extract
MoisturisingCeteareth-25
CleansingCeteareth-7
Emulsifying
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Citrullus Lanatus Seed Oil
Emollient
Palmitamidopropyltrimonium Chloride
Citric Acid
Buffering
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Limon Fruit Extract
Masking
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Sodium Sulfite
Preservative
Acer Saccharum Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Quinoa
Skin ConditioningLitchi Chinensis Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycolic Acid
Buffering
Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol
Skin ConditioningSodium Lactate
BufferingArginine
Masking
Leontopodium Alpinum Flower/Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Coco Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate
CleansingHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingAspartic Acid
Masking
PCA
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Acacia Seyal Gum Extract
HumectantPisum Sativum Sprout Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Benzoate
Masking
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Glycine
Buffering
Alanine
MaskingDisodium EDTA
Serine
Masking
Valine
MaskingIsoleucine
Skin ConditioningProline
Skin ConditioningThreonine
Histidine
Humectant
Phenylalanine
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningBiotin
AntiseborrhoeicNiacinamide
Smoothing
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Glycerin, Salicylic Acid, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Acrylates/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Copolymer, Parfum, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Phenoxyethanol, Capryloyl/Caproyl Methyl Glucamide, Polysorbate 20, Sorbeth-230 Tetraoleate, PEG-9 Cocoate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Bis-Cetearyl Amodimethicone, Linoleamidopropyl Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate, Silicone Quaternium-22, Potassium Hydroxide, Propylene Glycol, Cetyl Triethylmonium Dimethicone PEG-8 Succinate, Chlorphenesin, C12-16 Alketh-9, Laureth-3, Decyl Glucoside, Quaternium-95, Dipropylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-3 Caprate, Sodium Sulfate, Tetrasodium EDTA, Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Sorbitan Laurate, Sodium Hydroxide, Propanediol, Sodium PCA, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Ceteareth-25, Ceteareth-7, Benzoic Acid, Citrullus Lanatus Seed Oil, Palmitamidopropyltrimonium Chloride, Citric Acid, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Extract, Citrus Limon Fruit Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Sulfite, Acer Saccharum Extract, Hydrolyzed Quinoa, Litchi Chinensis Fruit Extract, Glycolic Acid, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol, Sodium Lactate, Arginine, Leontopodium Alpinum Flower/Leaf Extract, Sodium Coco Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate, Hexylene Glycol, Aspartic Acid, PCA, Butylene Glycol, Tin Oxide, Acacia Seyal Gum Extract, Pisum Sativum Sprout Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Ascorbic Acid, Panthenol, Potassium Sorbate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Glycine, Alanine, Disodium EDTA, Serine, Valine, Isoleucine, Proline, Threonine, Histidine, Phenylalanine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Biotin, Niacinamide, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Linalool, CI 77891
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Cleansing
Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingDecyl Glucoside
CleansingGlycol Distearate
Emollient
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
EmulsifyingSodium Cocoyl Glycinate
CleansingMaltooligosyl Glucoside
Skin ConditioningLinoleamidopropyl Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate
Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters
Skin Conditioning
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingPolyglyceryl-6 Caprylate
EmulsifyingCeteareth-60 Myristyl Glycol
EmulsifyingCassia Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate
EmulsifyingHydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate
HumectantFurcellaria Lumbricalis Extract
Skin ConditioningPolyquaternium-47
Skin ConditioningPhytantriol
HumectantHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
PPG-2 Hydroxyethyl Cocamide
EmulsifyingPEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate
Emulsifying
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Parfum
Masking
Linalool
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Water, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Decyl Glucoside, Glycol Distearate, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate, Maltooligosyl Glucoside, Linoleamidopropyl Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters, Behenyl Alcohol, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate, Ceteareth-60 Myristyl Glycol, Cassia Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate, Furcellaria Lumbricalis Extract, Polyquaternium-47, Phytantriol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Jojoba Esters, PPG-2 Hydroxyethyl Cocamide, PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Parfum, Linalool, Hexyl Cinnamal, Citronellol, Limonene
Alternatives
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Citric 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 AcidDecyl Glucoside is a glucose-based surfactant and emulsion stabilizer. It is created by reacting glucose with the fatty acids from plants.
Surfactants help clean the skin by trapping oil, sebum, and dirt to be washed away. As an emulsion stabilizer, it stabilizes the ingredients in a product by preventing them from separating.
This ingredient is biodegradable and non-toxic. This ingredient is commonly found in baby shampoos.
Decyl Glucoside is sometimes used to stabilize the UV filter Tinosorb.
Learn more about Decyl GlucosideHexyl Cinnamal is a fragrance ingredient with a similar scent to jasmine. It can be naturally found in chamomile essential oil.
This ingredient is a known EU allergen and may sensitize the skin. The EU requires this ingredient to be listed separately on an ingredients list.
Hexyl Cinnamal is not water soluble but is soluble in oils.
Learn more about Hexyl CinnamalLimonene 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 LinaloolWe don't have a description for Linoleamidopropyl Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate yet.
Parfum 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 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 BenzoateWater. 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
