What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Methylpropanediol
SolventGlycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Polyglycerin-3
Humectant
Tromethamine
BufferingNiacinamide
Smoothing
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Soluble Collagen
Humectant
C12-14 Alketh-12
EmulsifyingDimethicone
Emollient
Methyl Gluceth-20
Humectant
Methyl Gluceth-10
EmulsifyingGlycereth-26
Humectant
Coptis Japonica Extract
AntimicrobialHydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingLecithin
Emollient
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Eclipta Prostrata Extract
Skin ConditioningCoccinia Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSuccinic Acid
BufferingSodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Viola Odorata Flower/Leaf Extract
MaskingHedera Helix Leaf/Stem Extract
AntimicrobialPogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil
Masking
Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract
Skin ConditioningMentha Viridis Extract
MaskingRibes Nigrum Fruit Extract
Astringent
Punica Granatum Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Lactobacillus Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Cymbopogon Martini Oil
Masking
Lavandula Hybrida Oil
Emollient
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Gleditsia Triacanthos Seed Extract
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientPolylactic Acid
Abrasive
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Cholesterol
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Retinal
Skin Conditioning
Brassica Campestris Sterols
Emollient
Ceteth-5
EmulsifyingCeteth-3
EmulsifyingPotassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Bakuchiol
Antimicrobial
Disodium EDTA
Water, Gluconolactone, Methylpropanediol, Glycerin, Propanediol, Polyglycerin-3, Tromethamine, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Soluble Collagen, C12-14 Alketh-12, Dimethicone, Methyl Gluceth-20, Methyl Gluceth-10, Glycereth-26, Coptis Japonica Extract, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Lecithin, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Eclipta Prostrata Extract, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Succinic Acid, Sodium Polyacrylate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Allantoin, Butylene Glycol, Adenosine, Viola Odorata Flower/Leaf Extract, Hedera Helix Leaf/Stem Extract, Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil, Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract, Mentha Viridis Extract, Ribes Nigrum Fruit Extract, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Cymbopogon Martini Oil, Lavandula Hybrida Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Gleditsia Triacanthos Seed Extract, Glyceryl Caprylate, Polylactic Acid, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Cholesterol, Silica, Retinal, Brassica Campestris Sterols, Ceteth-5, Ceteth-3, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Bakuchiol, Disodium EDTA
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Oil
Skin Conditioning
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate
Skin Conditioning
Phytol
Emollient
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Retinyl Linoleate
Skin Conditioning
Ubiquinone
Antioxidant
Bisabolol
Masking
Squalane
Emollient
Dimethyl Isosorbide
SolventC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialDicaprylyl Ether
Emollient
Retinol
Skin Conditioning
Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Retinal
Skin Conditioning
BHT
Antioxidant
Solanum Lycopersicum Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Acmella Oleracea Extract
Skin ProtectingPolyglyceryl-4 Oleate
Emulsifying
Olea Europaea Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Myrtus Communis Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol
Antioxidant
Sorbitan Laurate
Emulsifying
C18-36 Acid Glycol Ester
EmollientC18-36 Acid Triglyceride
EmollientLactic Acid
Buffering
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Skin Conditioning
Canola Oil
Emollient
Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Aroma
Beta-Carotene
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Tridecane
Perfuming
Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil
Emollient
Undecane
EmollientCyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Dimethiconol, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Phytol, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Retinyl Linoleate, Ubiquinone, Bisabolol, Squalane, Dimethyl Isosorbide, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Dicaprylyl Ether, Retinol, Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Tocopherol, Retinal, BHT, Solanum Lycopersicum Fruit Extract, Acmella Oleracea Extract, Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate, Olea Europaea Leaf Extract, Myrtus Communis Leaf Extract, Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol, Sorbitan Laurate, C18-36 Acid Glycol Ester, C18-36 Acid Triglyceride, Lactic Acid, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Canola Oil, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Aroma, Beta-Carotene, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tridecane, Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil, Undecane
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeRetinal is a form of retinoid. Retinoids are the gold-standard class of anti-aging ingredients.
Retinal has many benefits as other retinoids: improve skin texture, reduce large pores, reduce the effects of aging, reduce the visibility of dark spots, heal scars, and fight acne.
Studies show retinal may work at a faster rate than retinol due to its structure.
All retinoids have to be converted into retinoic acid before starting to work. Some retinoids take several steps of conversion before binding. Retinal is only one step away, making it more potent.
Like other retinoids, retinal may be irritating. It is best to ease into using this ingredient frequently.
Using the 'ramp up' method, start by using retinol once a week. This gives your skin time to adjust and decrease irritation. Once you feel ready, you can slowly increase the frequency of retinol use.
Using retinoids will increase sun-sensitivity in the first few weeks of use. Though studies show retinoids increase your skin's natural SPF with continuous use, it is best to always wear sunscreen and sun-protection.
Learn more about Retinal
