What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
EmollientHydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Isododecane
EmollientPolyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingMagnesium Sulfate
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientMethyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Water
Skin ConditioningSynthetic Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Disiloxane
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientMethyl Hydrogenated Rosinate
Perfuming
Sorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantSorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantLimnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Leptospermum Scoparium Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Honey Extract
Humectant
Centella Asiatica Extract, Titanium Dioxide, Butylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Isododecane, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Sorbitan Isostearate, CI 77492, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Magnesium Sulfate, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Water, Synthetic Beeswax, Disiloxane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Aluminum Hydroxide, Methyl Hydrogenated Rosinate, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, CI 77491, Sorbitan Olivate, Sodium Benzoate, CI 77499, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Potassium Sorbate, Ceramide NP, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Phytosphingosine, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Pentylene Glycol, Leptospermum Scoparium Leaf Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Madecassoside, Honey Extract
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Polyisobutene
Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Skin Conditioning
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientDipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/Hexastearate/Hexarosinate
Skin ConditioningIsodecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientSynthetic Wax
Abrasive
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantMethyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion StabilisingBisabolol
Antioxidant
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientSorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Dimethicone
Emollient
Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
EmollientPolyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Lecithin
Emollient
Isostearic Acid
Cleansing
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emollient
Dehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Titanium Dioxide, Polyisobutene, Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Diisostearyl Malate, Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/Hexastearate/Hexarosinate, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Synthetic Wax, Mica, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Tocopheryl Acetate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Microcrystalline Wax, Bisabolol, Aluminum Hydroxide, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Tocopherol, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, Dimethicone, Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Lecithin, Isostearic Acid, Isopropyl Myristate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Dehydroacetic Acid, CI 77491
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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.
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 HydroxideThis ingredient is a lightweight emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Though it behaves like an oil, it is not technically one due to its chemical composition. It is very stable, resistant to oxidation, and unlikely to go rancid. In practice, that translates to a long shelf life and a consistently elegant skin feel.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this. Be sure to patch test if you have concerns.
Fractionated coconut oil and MCT Oil are both listed as Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride according to INCI. This is because INCI names are based on the ingredientās final chemical composition and not its marketing name or source.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCi 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 77491This ingredient comes as a powder made up of small, porous, microbeads. It is used to add a silky feel to products and also helps absorb oil.
This ingredient is an emulsifier. It is created from Polyglycerin-3 and Ricinoleic Acid.
As an emulsifier, it prevents waters and oils from separating. According to a manufacturer this ingredient is fully biodegradable.
This ingredient may not be safe for Malassezia folliculitis due to its Ricinoleic Acid base. Ricinoleic Acid is a fatty acid derived from castor oil.
Learn more about Polyglyceryl-3 PolyricinoleateSorbitan Sesquioleate is derived from sorbitol and oleic acid. It is an emulsifier and prevents ingredients from separating.
Specifically, this ingredient is a water-in-oil emulsifier, meaning it helps water dissolve into oil.
Some studies suggest this ingredient may cause irritation in some people. If you are unsure, it is best to patch test.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Sorbitan SesquioleateTitanium dioxide is a mineral UV filter widely used in sunscreens and cosmetics.
It is one of only two UV filters officially classified as āmineralā by regulatory agencies, the other being zinc oxide.
Titanium dioxide provides broad-spectrum protection mostly in the UVB and UVAII range, with some protection in the UVAI range.
While its UVA protection isnāt as strong as zinc oxideās, the difference is minor.
A common myth is that mineral UV filters reflect UV light. However, modern research shows titanium dioxide absorbs UV radiation like chemical filters (~95% absorption & 5% reflection).
Thanks to its non-irritating nature, titanium dioxide is suitable for sensitive, acne-prone, or redness-prone skin. It is unlikely to cause "eye sting" like other sunscreen ingredients.
A major drawback of this ingredient is its white cast and thick texture. This is why mineral sunscreens often leave a white cast and are less cosmetically elegant than chemical/hybrid sunscreens.
To improve white cast and spreadability, micronized or nano-sized titanium dioxide is often used.
There are ongoing concerns surrounding nano-titanium oxide's impact on marine ecosystems.
There is no conclusive evidence that any form of titanium oxide (or any other sunscreen ingredients) will cause harm to marine ecosystems or coral reefs. The science is still developing but many consumers are keeping a close eye on this issue.
Please note, many destinations have reef-safety sunscreen rules. For instance, the U.S. Virgin Islands advises all visitors to use non-nano mineral sunscreens.
Nano mineral sunscreens once raised safety concerns about absorption into skin.
Extensive research has shown that they do not penetrate healthy or damaged skin; they remain safely on the surface and the top layer of dead skin (stratum corneum).
You'll likely find titanium dioxide bundled with alumina, silica, or dimethicone. These ingredients help make titanium dioxide highly photostable; this prevents it from interacting with other formula components under UV light.
Learn more about Titanium Dioxide
