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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantPhenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Methyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
Solvent
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Tridecyl Trimellitate
EmollientLauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Honey Extract
Humectant
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Leptospermum Scoparium Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Magnesium Sulfate
Water
Skin ConditioningDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientButylene Glycol
Humectant
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientAlumina
Abrasive
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Lactobacillus
Skin ConditioningAcrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer
Skin Conditioning
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCentella Asiatica Extract, CI 77891, Phenyl Trimethicone, Dimethicone, Methyl Trimethicone, Propanediol, Diisostearyl Malate, Glycerin, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Caprylyl Methicone, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Mica, 1,2-Hexanediol, Honey Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Leptospermum Scoparium Leaf Extract, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Magnesium Sulfate, Water, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Glyceryl Caprylate, Butylene Glycol, Stearic Acid, Aluminum Hydroxide, Alumina, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Lactobacillus, Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Ceramide NP, Madecassoside, Phytosphingosine, Tocopherol, CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499
Water
Skin ConditioningTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
4-Methylbenzylidene Camphor
UV Absorber
Propanediol
Solvent
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientCetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialPhenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Isoamyl P-Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Glycerin
Humectant
Silica
Abrasive
Isotridecyl Isononanoate
EmollientCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantTrimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantSorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantPropylene Carbonate
SolventEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientMethicone
Emollient
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantPolyglyceryl-6 Polyhydroxystearate
Emulsifying
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Polyglycerin-6
HumectantHibiscus Syriacus Flower Extract
Antioxidant
Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract
AstringentTocopherol
Antioxidant
Rosa Damascena Flower Water
Masking
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Potassium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningHyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Water, Titanium Dioxide, Cyclopentasiloxane, Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Zinc Oxide, Butylene Glycol, 4-Methylbenzylidene Camphor, Propanediol, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Phenyl Trimethicone, Niacinamide, Isoamyl P-Methoxycinnamate, Glycerin, Silica, Isotridecyl Isononanoate, CI 77492, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Cyclohexasiloxane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Dipropylene Glycol, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Sodium Chloride, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Panthenol, CI 77491, Propylene Carbonate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Methicone, CI 77499, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyhydroxystearate, Adenosine, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, Polyglycerin-6, Hibiscus Syriacus Flower Extract, Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract, Tocopherol, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Sodium Hyaluronate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Potassium Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
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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.Â
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 preservativesÂ
Aluminum Hydroxide is a form of aluminum. It can be naturally found in nature as the mineral gibbsite. In cosmetics, Aluminum Hydroxide is used as a colorant, pH adjuster, and absorbent.
As a colorant, Aluminum Hydroxide may add opacity, or reduce the transparency. Aluminum hydroxide is contains both basic and acidic properties.
According to manufacturers, this ingredient is an emollient and humectant. This means it helps hydrate the skin.
In medicine, this ingredient is used to help relieve heartburn and help heal ulcers.
There is currently no credible scientific evidence linking aluminum hydroxide in cosmetics to increased cancer risk.
Major health organizations allow the use of aluminum hydroxide in personal care products and have not flagged it as a carcinogenic risk at typical usage levels.
Learn more about Aluminum HydroxideButylene 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 GlycolCi 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77491 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77491Ci 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77492 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77492Ci 77499 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It is created from mixing red and black iron oxides. This helps give shades of darkness to a product.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Disteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.
It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.
Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.
Learn more about Disteardimonium HectoriteGlycerin 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 GlycerinPhenyl Trimethicone is a silicon-based polymer. It is derived from silica.
Phenyl Trimethicone is used as an emollient and prevents products from foaming.
As an emollient, it helps trap moisture in the skin. It is considered an occlusive.
Learn more about Phenyl TrimethiconePropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolTocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolTriethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone used to bind and stabilize ingredients.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. This can help elongate the shelf life of products.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is often used to coat mineral sunscreens ingredients to help give a better feel. It also helps reduce oxidative stress in sunscreens.
Learn more about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneThis silicone is an emollient. Emollients create a thin film on the skin to prevent moisture from escaping.
It is not soluble in water and helps increase water-resistance in products.
According to a manufacturer, it can blend seamlessly with silicone oils, such as Cyclopentasiloxane.
Learn more about TrimethylsiloxysilicateWater. 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
