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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Lauryl Glucoside
CleansingCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Extract
Emulsion Stabilising
Citrus Grandis Fruit Extract
Astringent
Citrus Medica Limonum Peel Extract
EmollientPyrus Malus Pulp Extract
Skin ConditioningSaccharum Officinarum Extract
MoisturisingCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Polyquaternium-10
Polyquaternium-59
UV AbsorberTocopherol
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Citric Acid
Buffering
Disodium EDTA
Glycerin
Humectant
Sodium Acetate
BufferingSodium Bicarbonate
Abrasive
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningIsopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate
Emulsifying
PEG-150 Distearate
Emulsifying
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Parfum
Masking
Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Lauryl Glucoside, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Extract, Citrus Grandis Fruit Extract, Citrus Medica Limonum Peel Extract, Pyrus Malus Pulp Extract, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Polyquaternium-10, Polyquaternium-59, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Panthenol, Polysorbate 20, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Glycerin, Sodium Acetate, Sodium Bicarbonate, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Hydroxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Isopropyl Alcohol, PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate, PEG-150 Distearate, Butylene Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, Limonene, Linalool, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
Cleansing
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Glycol Distearate
Emollient
Cocamidopropylamine Oxide
CleansingGlycol Stearate
Emollient
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil
Emollient
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Schinziophyton Rautanenii Kernel Oil
Emollient
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
PEG-150 Distearate
Emulsifying
PEG-75 Lanolin
Emollient
Polyquaternium-10
Lauryl Glucoside
CleansingBenzoic Acid
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningGlycereth-2 Cocoate
Emulsifying
Citric Acid
Buffering
Disodium EDTA
Hydrolyzed Oat Protein
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Water, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Glycol Distearate, Cocamidopropylamine Oxide, Glycol Stearate, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Schinziophyton Rautanenii Kernel Oil, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, PEG-150 Distearate, PEG-75 Lanolin, Polyquaternium-10, Lauryl Glucoside, Benzoic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycereth-2 Cocoate, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Hydrolyzed Oat Protein, Propanediol, Sodium Chloride
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 AcidCocamidopropyl Betaine is a fatty acid created by mixing similar compounds in coconut oil and dimethylaminopropylamine, a compound with two amino groups.
This ingredient is a surfactant and cleanser. It helps gather the dirt, pollutants, and other impurities in your skin to be washed away. It also helps thicken a product and make the texture more creamy.
Being created from coconut oil means Cocamidopropyl Betaine is hydrating for the skin.
While Cocamidopropyl Betaine was believed to be an allergen, a study from 2012 disproved this. It found two compounds in unpure Cocamidopropyl Betaine to be the irritants: aminoamide and 3-dimethylaminopropylamine. High-grade and pure Cocamidopropyl Betaine did not induce allergic reactions during this study.
Learn more about Cocamidopropyl BetaineDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Lauryl Glucoside sugar- and lipid-based cleansing agent. It is created from glucose and lauryl alcohol.
This ingredient is a surfactant, making it easier to rinse oil, dirt, and other pollutants away.
A British study found lauryl glucoside to cause skin sensitivity for some people. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Other names for this ingredient include "Lauryl Polyglucose", "Lauryl glycoside", and "D-Glucopyranoside".
Learn more about Lauryl GlucosideParfum 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 ParfumPeg-150 Distearate is an emulsifier and thickening agent. It is created from stearic acid.
As an emulsifier, peg-150 distearate helps other ingredients dissolve. This helps prevent ingredient separation.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about PEG-150 DistearatePhenoxyethanol 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.
Polyquaternium-10 is an ammonium salt of hydroxyethylcellulose. It is a white and granular powder used as a film-former and anti-static agent.
This ingredient is commonly found in hair conditioning products. According to a manufacturer, its positive charge makes it great for absorbing hair proteins. The manufacturer also states this ingredient helps with curl retention.
For haircare friends: this ingredient is not a silicone.
Learn more about Polyquaternium-10Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideWater. 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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