What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
Cleansing
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Disodium Lauroamphodiacetate
CleansingPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Gleditsia Australis Seed Extract
Lamium Album Flower Extract
AstringentPanax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Cocamide Dipa
EmulsifyingPolyquaternium-68
Polyquaternium-7
Polyquaternium-10
Parfum
Masking
Silicone Quaternium-16
Skin Conditioning
Undeceth-11
EmollientUndeceth-5
EmulsifyingButyloctanol
HumectantThymus Serpyllum Extract
Skin ConditioningMonarda Didyma Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Extract
Antioxidant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Aspalathus Linearis Extract
Skin ConditioningMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Trioleate
Cleansing
Propanediol
Solvent
Citric Acid
Buffering
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Water, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Disodium Lauroamphodiacetate, Propylene Glycol, Gleditsia Australis Seed Extract, Lamium Album Flower Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Cocamide Dipa, Polyquaternium-68, Polyquaternium-7, Polyquaternium-10, Parfum, Silicone Quaternium-16, Undeceth-11, Undeceth-5, Butyloctanol, Thymus Serpyllum Extract, Monarda Didyma Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Aspalathus Linearis Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Panthenol, PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Trioleate, Propanediol, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Chlorphenesin, Benzoic Acid, Sorbic Acid
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingDisodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate
CleansingSodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate
CleansingSodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
CleansingGlycol Distearate
Emollient
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Parfum
Masking
Divinyldimethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer
Glycereth-26
Humectant
Decyl Glucoside
CleansingPotassium Hydroxide
BufferingPPG-5-Ceteth-20
EmulsifyingCitric Acid
Buffering
Polyquaternium-7
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
PEG-55 Propylene Glycol Oleate
Polyquaternium-10
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Amodimethicone
Coco-Betaine
CleansingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingLimonene
Perfuming
C11-15 Pareth-7
EmulsifyingBenzoic Acid
Masking
Laureth-9
EmulsifyingGlycerin
Humectant
Geraniol
Perfuming
C12-13 Pareth-23
CleansingC12-13 Pareth-3
EmulsifyingTrideceth-12
EmulsifyingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Linalool
Perfuming
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Magnesium Nitrate
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Nigella Sativa Seed Oil
Emollient
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Biotin
AntiseborrhoeicLinum Usitatissimum Seed Oil
Perfuming
Tetrasodium EDTA
Methylchloroisothiazolinone
Preservative
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Magnesium Chloride
Methylisothiazolinone
Preservative
Sorbitol
Humectant
Zingiber Officinale Root Extract
Masking
Water, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Glycol Distearate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Parfum, Divinyldimethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer, Glycereth-26, Decyl Glucoside, Potassium Hydroxide, PPG-5-Ceteth-20, Citric Acid, Polyquaternium-7, Propylene Glycol, PEG-55 Propylene Glycol Oleate, Polyquaternium-10, Sodium Chloride, Amodimethicone, Coco-Betaine, Carbomer, Limonene, C11-15 Pareth-7, Benzoic Acid, Laureth-9, Glycerin, Geraniol, C12-13 Pareth-23, C12-13 Pareth-3, Trideceth-12, Sodium Benzoate, Linalool, Salicylic Acid, Magnesium Nitrate, Benzyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Nigella Sativa Seed Oil, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Biotin, Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil, Tetrasodium EDTA, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Sorbic Acid, Magnesium Chloride, Methylisothiazolinone, Sorbitol, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Benzoic Acid is used to preserve and adjust the pH of products.
The antimicrobial property of Benzoic Acid helps elongate a product's shelf life. Its main role is to reduce fungi growth and is not found to be effective at fighting bacteria. Therefore Benzoic Acid is always added along with other preservatives.
In its pure form, Benzoic Acid looks like a white crystalline solid. It has slight solubility in water.
The name of Benzoic Acid comes from gum benzoin, which used to be the sole source of deriving this ingredient. Benzoic Acid is the most simple aromatic carboxylic acid.
Benzoic Acid is naturally occuring in strawberries, mustard, cinnamon, and cloves. It has a slight scent but is not considered to be a fragrance.
Learn more about Benzoic AcidCitric 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 BetaineParfum 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 āFRAGRANCEā or āPARFUMā 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.
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-10Polyquaternium-7 is a light to clear colored liquid. It is commonly found in haircare products for its film-forming and anti-static properties.
According to a manufacturer, it is a non-paraben and specially developed for negatively charged surfactant systems. This makes it a great hairstyle holder and helps to improve wet hair detangling without adding buildup.
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 GlycolSorbic Acid is a preservative. It is the most commonly used food preservative in the world.
Sorbic Acid is a natural antibiotic and highly effective at preventing the growth of fungus. It is less effective against bacteria.
Potassium Sorbate, another commonly-used preservative, is the potassium salt of Sorbic Acid.
Sorbic Acid may worsen eczema. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
Learn more about Sorbic AcidWater. 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
