What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Dihydroxyacetone
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
Skin Conditioning
Dimethyl Isosorbide
SolventTerminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Ethoxydiglycol
HumectantCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
PEG-12 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
Emulsifying
Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
CleansingArgania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
Emollient
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Sodium Lauroamphoacetate
CleansingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Caramel
Cosmetic ColorantSodium Metabisulfite
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
CI 16035
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Propylene Glycol, Dihydroxyacetone, Glycerin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract, Ethoxydiglycol, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, PEG-12 Dimethicone, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Ascorbic Acid, Sodium Lauroamphoacetate, Phenoxyethanol, Caramel, Sodium Metabisulfite, Parfum, Citric Acid, CI 16035, CI 19140, CI 42090
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
Cleansing
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate
CleansingAcrylates Copolymer
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Polyquaternium-10
Parfum
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate
Emulsifying
Hydrolyzed Lupine Protein
Skin ConditioningPolyquaternium-7
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingNiacinamide
Smoothing
Caffeine
Skin Conditioning
PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
EmulsifyingSodium Starch Octenylsuccinate
AbsorbentTetrasodium EDTA
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Styrene/Vp Copolymer
Calcium Pantothenate
Silicone Quaternium-22
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Benzoate
Masking
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantPolyglyceryl-3 Caprate
EmulsifyingGlycerin
Humectant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Pyridoxine Hcl
Skin ConditioningRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialPalmitamidopropyltrimonium Chloride
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Biotin
AntiseborrhoeicSilica
Abrasive
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Water, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Chloride, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Acrylates Copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Polyquaternium-10, Parfum, Citric Acid, PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate, Hydrolyzed Lupine Protein, Polyquaternium-7, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Allantoin, Sodium Hydroxide, Niacinamide, Caffeine, PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate, Tetrasodium EDTA, Maltodextrin, Styrene/Vp Copolymer, Calcium Pantothenate, Silicone Quaternium-22, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Dipropylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-3 Caprate, Glycerin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Pyridoxine Hcl, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Palmitamidopropyltrimonium Chloride, Propylene Glycol, Biotin, Silica, Sorbic Acid, Potassium Sorbate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
You may know this ingredient as argan oil. Argan Oil has antioxidant, hydrating, and soothing properties.
Studies have shown argan oil can help fight again radical damage from the sun. This makes it effective at preventing hyperpigmentation.
Large amounts of vitamin E found in argan oil helps the skin retain water. Argan oil also contains fatty acids such as linoleic acid, oleic acid, and palmitic acid. It is also a good source of lipids.
Another benefit of argan oil is skin-soothing. It can help reduce inflammation-related skin symptoms.
Argan Oil is effective at regulating sebum production in pores. This can make it effective at treating hormonal acne.
Traditionally, argan oil was used for its antibacterial and antifungal properties. However, argan oil contains fatty acids that may make it not fungal-acne safe.
Argan Trees are native to Morocco.
Learn more about Argania Spinosa Kernel OilCitric 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 BetaineGlycerin 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 GlycerinParfum 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.
Propylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may develop a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolWater. 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
