What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantCeratonia Siliqua Gum
EmollientChondrus Crispus Powder
Abrasive
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Chondrus Crispus Extract
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract
Skin ProtectingChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Caffeine
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract
EmollientSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCalendula Officinalis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Lavandula Angustifolia Extract
Skin Conditioning
Syringa Vulgaris Extract
Skin ConditioningRosmarinus Officinalis Extract
AntimicrobialMentha Arvensis Leaf Extract
MaskingMonarda Didyma Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningJasminum Officinale Extract
Masking
Freesia Refracta Extract
Skin ConditioningAcetyl Tetrapeptide-5
Humectant
Trideceth-6
EmulsifyingBetaine
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Cellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientPotassium Chloride
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Sucrose
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Hydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Pantolactone
Humectant
Polyglutamic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Acetyl Glucosamine
Skin ConditioningUrea
Buffering
Yeast Amino Acids
HumectantTrehalose
Humectant
Inositol
Humectant
Taurine
BufferingPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Glutathione
Disodium EDTA
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Parfum
Masking
Water, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Ceratonia Siliqua Gum, Chondrus Crispus Powder, Butylene Glycol, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Panthenol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Caffeine, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract, Calendula Officinalis Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Extract, Syringa Vulgaris Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract, Mentha Arvensis Leaf Extract, Monarda Didyma Leaf Extract, Jasminum Officinale Extract, Freesia Refracta Extract, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5, Trideceth-6, Betaine, 1,2-Hexanediol, Cellulose Gum, Xanthan Gum, Glyceryl Caprylate, Potassium Chloride, Sodium Polyacrylate, Sucrose, Ethylhexylglycerin, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Polysorbate 20, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Allantoin, Pantolactone, Polyglutamic Acid, Acetyl Glucosamine, Urea, Yeast Amino Acids, Trehalose, Inositol, Taurine, Potassium Sorbate, Glutathione, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, CI 77891, Mica, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Carrageenan
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Caffeine
Skin Conditioning
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Ceratonia Siliqua Gum
EmollientCyamopsis Tetragonoloba Gum
Emulsion StabilisingPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningEthyl Hexanediol
SolventHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingPinus Sylvestris Leaf Extract
TonicAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Calcium Chloride
AstringentCellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Chondrus Crispus Powder
Abrasive
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Potassium Chloride
Sucrose
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCalcium Lactate
AstringentDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract
Skin Conditioning
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Illicium Verum Fruit Extract
Perfuming
Sodium Phytate
Norbornanediamine/Resorcinol Diglycidyl Ether Crosspolymer
Arginine
Masking
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientPropanediol
Solvent
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Silica
Abrasive
Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate
Skin Conditioning
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientFucus Vesiculosus Extract
Emollient
Prunella Vulgaris Extract
Antioxidant
Anemarrhena Asphodeloides Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Glycerin, Carrageenan, Butylene Glycol, Caffeine, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Ceratonia Siliqua Gum, Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba Gum, Pentylene Glycol, Ethyl Hexanediol, Hexylene Glycol, Pinus Sylvestris Leaf Extract, Allantoin, Calcium Chloride, Cellulose Gum, Chlorphenesin, Chondrus Crispus Powder, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Potassium Chloride, Sucrose, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Calcium Lactate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Hydroxyacetophenone, Illicium Verum Fruit Extract, Sodium Phytate, Norbornanediamine/Resorcinol Diglycidyl Ether Crosspolymer, Arginine, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Propanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Silica, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Fucus Vesiculosus Extract, Prunella Vulgaris Extract, Anemarrhena Asphodeloides Root Extract, Citric Acid, Tocopherol, CI 77891, CI 77492, CI 42090
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
Allantoin is a soothing ingredient known for its protective and moisturizingg properties. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.
Studies show higher concentrations of this ingredient can promote wound healing.
Though it can be derived from the comfrey plant, allantoin is produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Learn more about AllantoinButylene 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 GlycolCaffeine is most associated with coffee, tea, and cacao. In skincare, it helps with calming inflammation and is rich in antioxidants.
While caffeine is used to treat cellulite and and dark circles, further studies are needed to prove this. It has been believed to help with these skin conditions due to its ability to dilate blood vessels and increase blood flow.
Some studies are looking into caffeine's ability to protect against UV rays.
Learn more about CaffeineCellulose Gum is a water-soluble polymer that comes from cellulose. It is used to change the texture of a product and to help stabilize emulsions.
As an emulsifier, cellulose gum specifically thicken the texture of water-based products.
This ingredient is considered hypoallergenic and non-toxic. Cellulose Gum can be found in cosmetics, food, and other household goods such as paper products.
Learn more about Cellulose GumCeratonia Siliqua Gum is extracted from the seeds of the carob tree. You might know this ingredient as Carob Gum or Locust Bean Gum. It is used to stabilize other ingredients and improve the texture of products.
Carob gum is made up of long-chain polysaccharides. This makes it a natural thickener.
Yes! This ingredient comes from the seeds of a tree. The name 'Locust Bean Gum' can be misleading.
Learn more about Ceratonia Siliqua GumChondrus Crispus Powder is an exfoliant.
Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate comes from licorice root.
Extracts of licorice have demonstrated to have antibacterial, anti‐inflammatory, antiviral, antioxidant properties.
One component, glabridin, has extra potent antioxidant and soothing properties. It has also been found to block pigmentation from UVB rays in guinea pigs.
Licorice Root also contains a flavonoid. Flavonoids are a natural substance from in plants. Flavonoids also have antioxidant properties.
Another component, glycyrrhizin, has been found to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits. This may make licorice root extract effective at treating acne. However, more research is needed to support this.
Liquiritin is one of the flavone compounds found in licorice. It has been found to help lighten skin by preventing tyrosinase from reacting with tyrosine. When the two react, protein is converted to melanin. Melanin is the substance in your body that gives your features pigmentation.
Licorice root is native to Southern Europe and Asia. It has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to help with respiratory issues.
Learn more about Dipotassium GlycyrrhizateEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinPotassium Chloride can be bad for oily skin and be bad for acne prone skin.
Sucrose is a natural sugar found in fruits, vegetables, and nuts. It is the main constituent of white sugar.
In skincare, sucrose is a humectant and can be a mild exfoliant.
Sucrose is hydrophilic, meaning it attracts water. This makes it an effective humectant and helps hydrate the skin.
Studies show sugars may worsen acne-prone skin due to it disrupting the skin's natural biome. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
In some products such as body scrubs, sucrose is used as an gentle exfoliant.
The term 'sucrose' comes from the french word for sugar, 'sucre'.
Learn more about SucroseWater. 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
