What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
CleansingGlycerin
HumectantCocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingSodium Chloride
MaskingParfum
MaskingHibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCocos Nucifera Oil
MaskingGardenia Taitensis Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningGuar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningChlorphenesin
AntimicrobialTetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
CleansingTocopherol
AntioxidantPolyacrylate-33
Glycol Distearate
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeSodium Benzoate
MaskingCitric Acid
BufferingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingLinalool
PerfumingLimonene
PerfumingCoumarin
PerfumingWater, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Sodium Chloride, Parfum, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Gardenia Taitensis Flower Extract, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Chlorphenesin, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Tocopherol, Polyacrylate-33, Glycol Distearate, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Linalool, Limonene, Coumarin
Water
Skin ConditioningMyristic Acid
CleansingPalmitic Acid
EmollientLauric Acid
CleansingStearic Acid
CleansingPotassium Hydroxide
BufferingCocamidopropyl Betaine
CleansingSodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
CleansingPerlite
AbsorbentSodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate
CleansingGlycerin
HumectantPropanediol
SolventPEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
EmulsifyingCocos Nucifera Water
MaskingPanthenol
Skin ConditioningRice Oil Glycereth-8 Esters
CleansingShea Butter Glycereth-8 Esters
CleansingMentha Piperita Oil
MaskingEucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
PerfumingSalix Alba Bark Extract
AstringentGlycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
BleachingAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantMenthol
MaskingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDipropylene Glycol
HumectantP-Anisic Acid
MaskingSodium Phytate
Polyquaternium-7
Menthyl Lactate
MaskingCetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingLactic Acid
BufferingBHT
AntioxidantCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeChlorphenesin
AntimicrobialPotassium Sorbate
PreservativeSodium Benzoate
MaskingLimonene
PerfumingWater, Myristic Acid, Palmitic Acid, Lauric Acid, Stearic Acid, Potassium Hydroxide, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Perlite, Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate, Glycerin, Propanediol, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Cocos Nucifera Water, Panthenol, Rice Oil Glycereth-8 Esters, Shea Butter Glycereth-8 Esters, Mentha Piperita Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Tocopheryl Acetate, Menthol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, P-Anisic Acid, Sodium Phytate, Polyquaternium-7, Menthyl Lactate, Cetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose, Xanthan Gum, Lactic Acid, BHT, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Limonene
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Chlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative. It helps protect a product against bacteria in order to extend shelf life. In most cases, Chlorphenesin is paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol and caprylyl glycol.
Chlorphenesin is a biocide. This means it is able to help fight the microorganisms on our skin. It is also able to fight odor-releasing bacteria.
Chlorphenesin is soluble in both water and glycerin.
Studies show Chlorphenesin is easily absorbed by our skin. You should speak with a skincare professional if you have concerns about using Chlorphenesin.
Learn more about ChlorphenesinGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinLimonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term '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.
Learn more about LimonenePhenoxyethanol 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.
Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateThis gentle cleansing and foaming ingredient is known for leaving a smooth feeling in skin and hair. It is made using coconut oil.
According to the manufacturer, it is soluble in water and has resistance to hard water, acid, and alkali.
Due to its coconut base, it may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Sodium Methyl Cocoyl TaurateWater. 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