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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPolyisobutene
Octyldodecanol
EmollientSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Glycerides
Emollient1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPunica Granatum Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
EmulsifyingCitrus Paradisi Peel Oil
MaskingButylene Glycol
HumectantGalactomyces Ferment Filtrate
HumectantWater
Skin ConditioningRice Ferment Filtrate
Skin ConditioningCarica Papaya Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPrunus Mume Fruit Extract
HumectantVitis Vinifera Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyisobutene, Octyldodecanol, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, 1,2-Hexanediol, Punica Granatum Flower Extract, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil, Butylene Glycol, Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Water, Rice Ferment Filtrate, Carica Papaya Fruit Extract, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Prunus Mume Fruit Extract, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
EmollientRicinus Communis Seed Oil
MaskingHydrogenated Castor Oil Dimer Dilinoleate
Skin ConditioningMacadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin ConditioningBis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate
EmollientButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin ConditioningPhytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Skin ConditioningPrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin ConditioningSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
EmollientEuphorbia Cerifera Wax
Phytosteryl/Behenyl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
Skin ConditioningPyrus Malus Seed Oil
EmollientTribehenin
EmollientTrilaurin
Skin ConditioningCamellia Japonica Seed Oil
EmollientBrassica Campestris Seed Oil
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
CleansingChamaecyparis Obtusa Water
MaskingSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantAvena Sativa Kernel Extract
AbrasiveAnthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
MaskingHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
HumectantRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialPortulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin ConditioningHyaluronic Acid
HumectantAcetylated Sucrose Distearate
EmollientC10-18 Triglycerides
EmollientTocopherol
AntioxidantWater
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
HumectantHydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans
HumectantButylene Glycol
HumectantGlycerin
HumectantBenzyl Glycol
SolventEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Castor Oil Dimer Dilinoleate, Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Phytosteryl/Behenyl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Pyrus Malus Seed Oil, Tribehenin, Trilaurin, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Brassica Campestris Seed Oil, Centella Asiatica Extract, Chamaecyparis Obtusa Water, Sodium Hyaluronate, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Acetylated Sucrose Distearate, C10-18 Triglycerides, Tocopherol, Water, Propanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Benzyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin
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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.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolThis oil comes from the seeds of the desert shrub called Jojoba. It is more commonly known as jojoba oil, a non-comedogenic oil.
Jojoba oil does not contain fragrance and has many fatty-acids, making it a great soothing ingredient.
It also contains Vitamin E, a great moisturizing ingredient. Vitamin E is also an antioxidant and protects your skin against oxidative damage.
This ingredient humectant properties, meaning it helps draw moisture from the air. This helps keep your skin hydrated.
While jojoba has antibacterial properties, it is only able to kill some strains of bacteria.
Studies also show it helps in wound healing. In fact, Indigenous cultures have used jojoba as a moisturizer and to help treat burns for centuries.
Fun fact: Jojoba oil similar to natural human skin sebum, so it has a great effect on dry skin. It is also promising with helping to regulate sebum production.
Due to its fatty acid content, Jojoba oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Simmondsia Chinensis Seed OilWater. 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