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Water
Skin ConditioningAmmonium Lauryl Sulfate
Cleansing
Ammonium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Disodium Cocoamphodipropionate
CleansingCocamide Mea
Emulsifying
Trideceth-7 Carboxylic Acid
CleansingOlea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Lecithin
Emollient
Sulfated Castor Oil
Cleansing
Glycerin
Humectant
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Lauryl Glucoside
CleansingSodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Glycol Distearate
Emollient
Laureth-10
EmulsifyingPEG-12 Oleate
EmulsifyingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Polyquaternium-7
Polyquaternium-10
PPG-5-Ceteth-10 Phosphate
Emulsifying
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Silicone Quaternium-2 Panthenol Succinate
Cetyl Triethylmonium Dimethicone PEG-8 Succinate
Coco-Glucoside
Cleansing
Glyceryl Oleate
Emollient
Disodium EDTA
Citric Acid
Buffering
DMDM Hydantoin
Preservative
Methylchloroisothiazolinone
Preservative
Methylisothiazolinone
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Butylphenyl Methylpropional
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
CI 42053
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate, Ammonium Laureth Sulfate, Disodium Cocoamphodipropionate, Cocamide Mea, Trideceth-7 Carboxylic Acid, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Lecithin, Sulfated Castor Oil, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Lauryl Glucoside, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Glycol Distearate, Laureth-10, PEG-12 Oleate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyquaternium-7, Polyquaternium-10, PPG-5-Ceteth-10 Phosphate, Cetrimonium Chloride, Silicone Quaternium-2 Panthenol Succinate, Cetyl Triethylmonium Dimethicone PEG-8 Succinate, Coco-Glucoside, Glyceryl Oleate, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid, DMDM Hydantoin, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Parfum, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Hexyl Cinnamal, CI 42053, CI 19140
Ketoconazole 1%
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
BHT
Antioxidant
Blue 1 Lake
Cosmetic ColorantCitric Acid
Buffering
Cocamide Mea
Emulsifying
Parfum
Masking
Glycol Distearate
Emollient
Hydrochloric Acid
BufferingHydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingPolyquaternium-7
Sodium Chloride
MaskingSodium Cocoyl Sarcosinate
Cleansing
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingSodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Tetrasodium EDTA
Water
Skin Conditioning
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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.
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 AcidThis ingredient is made by combining the fatty acids from coconut oil with monoethanolamine. It is an emulsifier that helps boost foam, thicken texture, and help keep ingredients together in a formula.
Glycol Distearate serves as a pearlizing or opacifying agent in cosmetic products.
It's often included in cleansers and haircare products to give them a lustrous or shimmering appearance.
It is derived from stearic acid, a natural fatty acid commonly found in vegetable oils and animal fats.
Glycol Distearate isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Glycol DistearateParfum 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 ParfumPolyquaternium-7 is a light to clear colored liquid. It is commonly found in haircare products for its film-forming and anti-static properties.
According to a manufacturer, it is a non-paraben and specially developed for negatively charged surfactant systems. This makes it a great hairstyle holder and helps to improve wet hair detangling without adding buildup.
Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) is a foaming, cleansing, and emulsifying ingredient. It is created from palm kernel oil or coconut oil. SLES is not the same as sodium lauryl sulfate. It is much milder and less likely to irritate.
SLES helps create foam in personal products. It also prevents ingredients from separating, helping to elongate the shelf life.
Sodium Laureth Sulfate is a type of sulfate. It can be drying. We recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient if you have concerns.
Learn more about Sodium Laureth SulfateWater. 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!
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