What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
HumectantCyclopentasiloxane
EmollientSodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentGluconolactone
Skin ConditioningPhytic Acid
Hydrolyzed Soy Protein
HumectantC15-19 Alkane
SolventCyclohexasiloxane
EmollientOryza Sativa Seed Protein
AntioxidantDimethiconol
EmollientTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantDicaprylyl Maleate
EmollientSantalum Album Oil
MaskingCitrus Bergamia Peel Oil Expressed
PerfumingAmyris Balsamifera Bark Oil
MaskingOryza Sativa Extract
AbsorbentCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
MaskingHelianthus Annuus Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
HumectantPolyglyceryl-6 Laurate
EmulsifyingPanthenol
Skin ConditioningPolyglycerin-6
HumectantSorbitan Oleate
EmulsifyingSorbitan Isostearate
EmulsifyingCalcium Gluconate
HumectantParfum
MaskingLinalool
PerfumingHexyl Cinnamal
PerfumingLimonene
PerfumingPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeTriethylene Glycol
MaskingSodium Benzoate
MaskingPotassium Sorbate
PreservativeWater, Glycerin, Cyclopentasiloxane, Sodium Polyacrylate, Gluconolactone, Phytic Acid, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, C15-19 Alkane, Cyclohexasiloxane, Oryza Sativa Seed Protein, Dimethiconol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Dicaprylyl Maleate, Santalum Album Oil, Citrus Bergamia Peel Oil Expressed, Amyris Balsamifera Bark Oil, Oryza Sativa Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract, Butylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-6 Laurate, Panthenol, Polyglycerin-6, Sorbitan Oleate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Calcium Gluconate, Parfum, Linalool, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Phenoxyethanol, Triethylene Glycol, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate
Water
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
HumectantTrisiloxane
Skin ConditioningHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningPolyacrylamide
C13-14 Isoparaffin
EmollientParfum
MaskingPhenoxyethanol
PreservativePvp
Emulsion StabilisingLaureth-7
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningLaureth-4
EmulsifyingLinalool
PerfumingSerica Powder
Skin ConditioningBenzophenone-4
UV AbsorberLimonene
PerfumingGeraniol
PerfumingEugenol
PerfumingCI 60730
Cosmetic ColorantCI 60725
Cosmetic ColorantCI 17200
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantTocopherol
AntioxidantWater, Propylene Glycol, Trisiloxane, Hexylene Glycol, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Polyacrylamide, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Pvp, Laureth-7, Ethylhexylglycerin, Laureth-4, Linalool, Serica Powder, Benzophenone-4, Limonene, Geraniol, Eugenol, CI 60730, CI 60725, CI 17200, CI 19140, Tocopherol
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 ParfumPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Water. 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