What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Cocos Nucifera Water
Masking
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Caffeine
Skin Conditioning
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Prunus Serotina Fruit Extract
MaskingRhodiola Rosea Root Extract
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningRhodiola Rosea Extract
EmollientHericium Erinaceum Extract
Skin ConditioningCocos Nucifera Fruit Juice
Emollient
Ganoderma Lucidum Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningLentinus Edodes Mycelium Extract
Skin ConditioningGrifola Frondosa Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Phytate
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Chloride
MaskingLactobacillus/Arundinaria Gigantea Leaf Ferment Filtrate
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Water, Glycerin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Cocos Nucifera Water, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Caffeine, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Prunus Serotina Fruit Extract, Rhodiola Rosea Root Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Rhodiola Rosea Extract, Hericium Erinaceum Extract, Cocos Nucifera Fruit Juice, Ganoderma Lucidum Stem Extract, Lentinus Edodes Mycelium Extract, Grifola Frondosa Extract, Sodium Phytate, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid, Sodium Chloride, Lactobacillus/Arundinaria Gigantea Leaf Ferment Filtrate, Panthenol, Parfum
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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 AcidEthylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Learn more about EthylhexylglycerinSodium Hyaluronate is the salt form of hyaluronic acid. It is a long sugar chain that is naturally found in your skin, joints, and connective tissue that maintains hydration and elasticity.
In skincare, it works as a humectant. It pulls water from the environment and deeper layers of skin and binds it to the surface.
Interestingly, the size of the molecule affects its behavior:
Some clinical evidence links low molecular weight versions to improved wrinkle depth, elasticity, anti-inflammatory effects, and barrier repair.
Many serums use a blend of both weights so you can get surface hydration plus longer-lasting and deeper effects.
You'll typically see concentrations between 0.1-2% for this ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium Hyaluronate
