What's inside
What's inside
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Dimethyl Ether
SolventWater
Skin ConditioningAcrylates Copolymer
Polyurethane-14
Aminomethyl Propanol
BufferingOctylacrylamide/Acrylates/Butylaminoethyl Methacrylate Copolymer
Amp-Acrylates Copolymer
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
Laureth-4
Emulsifying
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPanthenyl Ethyl Ether
Histidine
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Dimethyl Ether, Water, Acrylates Copolymer, Polyurethane-14, Aminomethyl Propanol, Octylacrylamide/Acrylates/Butylaminoethyl Methacrylate Copolymer, Amp-Acrylates Copolymer, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Benzyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Caprylyl Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Phenyl Trimethicone, Disodium EDTA, Laureth-4, Cetrimonium Chloride, Ethylhexylglycerin, Panthenyl Ethyl Ether, Histidine, Panthenol
Water
Skin ConditioningPolyurethane-14
Amp-Acrylates Copolymer
Polyglyceryl-6 Ricinoleate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate
EmulsifyingPolyglyceryl-4 Caprate
EmulsifyingPolyglyceryl-3 Cocoate
Emulsifying
Glycerin
Humectant
Camellia Japonica Seed Oil
Emollient
Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Beta Vulgaris Root Extract
Skin ConditioningAcacia Senegal Gum
MaskingAloe Barbadensis Leaf
Masking
Rhizobian Gum
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Sodium Polyitaconate
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAminomethyl Propanol
BufferingParfum
Masking
Undecylenoyl Glycine
CleansingCapryloyl Glycine
CleansingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Citral
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Linalool
Perfuming
Citric Acid
Buffering
Water, Polyurethane-14, Amp-Acrylates Copolymer, Polyglyceryl-6 Ricinoleate, Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Polyglyceryl-3 Cocoate, Glycerin, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Panthenol, Beta Vulgaris Root Extract, Acacia Senegal Gum, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf, Rhizobian Gum, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Polyitaconate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Aminomethyl Propanol, Parfum, Undecylenoyl Glycine, Capryloyl Glycine, Phenoxyethanol, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Sodium Benzoate, Citral, Limonene, Potassium Sorbate, Linalool, Citric Acid
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Aminomethyl Propanol is used to adjust the pH of products. It is also used as a base to create other organic compounds. Having a balanced pH is important for protecting your skin.
Aminomethyl propanol is safe to use in cosmetics up to 1%. It is soluble in water.
We don't have a description for Amp-Acrylates Copolymer yet.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant, skin conditioner, emollient, and preservative booster derived from either caprylic acid or synthetically created.
Typical use levels vary from 0.3-1% as a preservative booster and go up to 2% to condition skin.
Because it is not a free-fatty acid or alcohol, this ingredient is fungal acne safe (there's nothing for Malassezia to feed on).
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolEthylhexylglycerin 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 EthylhexylglycerinPanthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolParfum 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.
We don't have a description for Polyurethane-14 yet.
Water. 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. Remember to stay hydrated!
Learn more about Water
