What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningC13-15 Alkane
SolventCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Squalane
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Betaine
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientPentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
Emollient
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Rapeseed Oil
Emollient
Cetearyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Arginine
Masking
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil Unsaponifiables
Emollient
Linoleic Acid
Cleansing
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Linolenic Acid
Cleansing
Oryza Sativa Hull Extract
MoisturisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSodium Lauroyl Lactylate
EmulsifyingHyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Water, C13-15 Alkane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Squalane, Cetearyl Alcohol, Betaine, 1,2-Hexanediol, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Diisostearyl Malate, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Hydrogenated Rapeseed Oil, Cetearyl Glucoside, Hydroxyacetophenone, Arginine, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Unsaponifiables, Linoleic Acid, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Linolenic Acid, Oryza Sativa Hull Extract, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Hyaluronic Acid
Water
Skin ConditioningSqualane
Emollient
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Glyceryl Stearate Citrate
Emollient
Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate
Emulsifying
Dimethicone
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Synechococcus Elongatus Lysate Filtrate
Skin ConditioningJojoba Esters
Emollient
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Oil
Skin Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Nymphaea Coerulea Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-3 Beeswax
Emulsifying
Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Oryza Sativa Bran Oil
Emollient
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil
Emollient
Phospholipids
Skin Conditioning
Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Tuber Aestivum Extract
Skin ProtectingAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingAminomethyl Propanol
BufferingCaprylhydroxamic Acid
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Citric Acid
Buffering
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Lecithin
Emollient
Phenethyl Alcohol
MaskingPolyglyceryl-6 Distearate
Emulsifying
Propanediol
Solvent
Sodium Anisate
AntimicrobialSodium Levulinate
Skin ConditioningSodium Metabisulfite
Antioxidant
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Sucrose
Humectant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingBenzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Water, Squalane, Isononyl Isononanoate, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate, Dimethicone, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Sodium Hyaluronate, Synechococcus Elongatus Lysate Filtrate, Jojoba Esters, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Nymphaea Coerulea Flower Extract, Polyglyceryl-3 Beeswax, Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil, Oryza Sativa Bran Oil, Palmitic Acid, Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil, Phospholipids, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract, Tocopherol, Tuber Aestivum Extract, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Aminomethyl Propanol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Citric Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Lecithin, Phenethyl Alcohol, Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate, Propanediol, Sodium Anisate, Sodium Levulinate, Sodium Metabisulfite, Stearic Acid, Sucrose, Xanthan Gum, Benzyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Sorbic Acid
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is a synthetic polymer. It is used to thicken and improve the texture of products. Due to its properties, it can prevent water and oil ingredients from separating.
Cetyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product.
Its main roles are:
Though it has "alcohol" in the name, it is not related to denatured alcohol or ethyl alcohol.
The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
Learn more about Cetyl AlcoholGlycerin 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 GlycerinPyrus Malus Fruit Extract is extract from Apples. Apples are rich in Vitamin C, sugars, and antioxidants.
The sugar in Apples are humectants and help hydrate the skin. On top of that, apples also contain some acids, such as malic acid. These acids may have a mild exfoliating effect.
Last, the phytochemicals found in apples are strong antioxidants. These antioxidants help with anti-aging as they protect your skin cells against oxidative damage.
Learn more about Pyrus Malus Fruit ExtractSqualane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.
Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.
Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.
Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).
In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.
The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.
Is squalane vegan?
This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.
Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.
Read more about squalene with an "e".
Is squalane an oil?
Squalane is often called an oil, but it’s technically not; it’s a hydrocarbon, meaning it’s only made of carbon and hydrogen, unlike true oils which are triglycerides made of fatty acids and glycerol.
The term “oil-free” isn’t regulated, so companies can define it however they want. Some exclude all oils, while others just avoid mineral oil or comedogenic oils.
While some people avoid oils thinking they cause breakouts, the right kind of oil (or oil-like ingredient like squalane) can actually help balance and hydrate your skin. It’s worth testing out simple oils or squalane to see what works best for your skin.
Learn more about SqualaneWater. 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 WaterXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan Gum
