What's inside
What's inside
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropane
Butane
Polyquaternium-4
Isobutane
Pvp
Emulsion StabilisingVp/Va Copolymer
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Chitosan
Polyquaternium-16
Parfum
Masking
Laureth-4
Emulsifying
Disodium EDTA
Formic Acid
Preservative
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Methylparaben
Preservative
Histidine
Humectant
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Panthenyl Ethyl Ether
Water
Skin ConditioningVp/Va Copolymer
Isobutane
Propane
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Glycerin
Humectant
Pvp
Emulsion StabilisingPEG-12 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/Pvp Crosspolymer
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol
Skin ConditioningHydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Corn Starch
Wheat Amino Acids
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Laureth-23
Cleansing
Laureth-4
Emulsifying
Polyquaternium-4
Polyquaternium-11
Oleth-20
CleansingButyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Octyldodecyl Citrate Crosspolymer
HumectantDimethicone PEG-8 Meadowfoamate
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Disodium EDTA
BHT
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
Linalool
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Citric Acid
Buffering
Aminomethyl Propanol
BufferingPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water, Vp/Va Copolymer, Isobutane, Propane, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Glycerin, Pvp, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Persea Gratissima Oil, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/Pvp Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Corn Starch, Wheat Amino Acids, Caprylyl Methicone, Laureth-23, Laureth-4, Polyquaternium-4, Polyquaternium-11, Oleth-20, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Octyldodecyl Citrate Crosspolymer, Dimethicone PEG-8 Meadowfoamate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Butylene Glycol, Disodium EDTA, BHT, Parfum, Linalool, Citral, Geraniol, Limonene, Citric Acid, Aminomethyl Propanol, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Disodium EDTA is a chelating agent. It grabs onto and deactivates metal ions that sneak into your products from water, packaging, or air.
This ingredient mainly works behind the scenes and helps with:
On top of that, this ingredient can counteract the effects of hard water by binding to the minerals in it.
One thing worth knowing is that Disodium EDTA has been shown to be a mild penetration enhancer. It can help other ingredients absorb into skin more effectively which can be a double-edged sword (great for actives, but can also make the active too strong if you have sensitive skin).
Clinical patch testing showed no significant skin irritation at typical use concentrations and minimal dermal absorption.
You'll most likely see this ingredient near the end of an ingredient list. It's typically found in concentrations less than 1%.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAThis ingredient is a low-molecular weight gas using as a propellant in foams, sprays, and mousses.
It is not intended to interact with skin in a meaningful way as it evaporates almost immediately after dispensing and only leaving behind the actual product formula.
If it does somehow make it onto your skin, it is chemically inert and does not penetrate or get absorbed into skin. Safety assessments note that adverse skin reactions to this ingredient are uncommon.
Learn more about IsobutaneLaureth-4 is created by reacting ethylene oxide with Lauryl Alcohol. It is a surfactant and emulsifier.
Surfactants reduce the surface tension of ingredients so they can mix better. Emulsifiers prevent ingredients such as oil and water from separating.
Parfum 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 Polyquaternium-4 yet.
Propane is a gas derived from petroleum and natural gas. In cosmetics, its only used as an aerosol propellant (it pushes your product out of the can when you press the nozzle).
That's why you'll find it in hair sprays, dry shampoos, deodorants, mousses, shaving foams, and sunscreen sprays.
It is volatile, meaning it only remains on skin for less than 10 seconds before evaporating. It doesn't really linger long enough on skin to act as a skincare ingredient in any meaningful way.
Hairspray concentrations are between 6-17%.
The CIR Expert Panel concluded it to be safe as a cosmetic ingredient under present concentration and usage.
Learn more about PropanePvp is a water-soluble synthetic polymer and common hairstyling ingredient. It is a film-forming ingredient and used to "hold" specific shapes of hair.
In cosmetics, PVP helps products like sunscreens and color cosmetics last longer and wear more evenly.
It is less effective in high-humidity. It tends to draw moisture, but this moisture dismantles the structure and "hold".
PVP is generally well tolerated on skin and toxicity studies are negative for dermal irritation.
Learn more about PvpVP/VA Copolymer is a synthetic polymer made by joining two smaller molecules (vinylpyrrolidone and vinyl acetate) into a larger chain.
It is mainly used as a film-former and fixing agent. When a product dries, it creates a thin and flexible layer on the skin, hair, or nails. This film helps hold hairstyles into place, adds a smooth feel to skin, and traps moisture to reduce dryness.
Irritation is rare at normal concentrations and it doesn't penetrate deeply into skin.
Learn more about Vp/Va CopolymerWater. 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
