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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Rice Ferment Filtrate
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Aspergillus/Rice Ferment Extract
HumectantSaccharomyces/Rice Ferment Filtrate Extract
Antioxidant
Oryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin Conditioning
Saccharomyces/Barley Seed Ferment Filtrate
HumectantGalactomyces Ferment Filtrate
Humectant
Hydroxyethyl Urea
Humectant
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
Astringent
Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Bifida Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract
Skin ConditioningSphingomonas Ferment Extract
Skin Conditioning
Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningSalix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningTaraxacum Officinale Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Phytate
Water, Butylene Glycol, Rice Ferment Filtrate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Aspergillus/Rice Ferment Extract, Saccharomyces/Rice Ferment Filtrate Extract, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Saccharomyces/Barley Seed Ferment Filtrate, Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, Bifida Ferment Lysate, Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Sphingomonas Ferment Extract, Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract, Taraxacum Officinale Leaf Extract, Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Phytate
Water
Skin ConditioningGalactomyces Ferment Filtrate
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Oryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin Conditioning
Phaseolus Radiatus Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycine Soja Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Salix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent
Carica Papaya Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Betaine
Humectant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCapryloyl Salicylic Acid
Exfoliating
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingOctanediol
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Disodium EDTA
Water, Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Phaseolus Radiatus Seed Extract, Glycine Soja Seed Extract, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Carica Papaya Fruit Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Panthenol, Betaine, Allantoin, Gluconolactone, Ethylhexylglycerin, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Octanediol, Tocopherol, Disodium EDTA
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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.
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
Butylene 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 GlycolEthylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Learn more about EthylhexylglycerinGalactomyces Ferment Filtrate (GFF) is a byproduct of fermenting Galactomyces yeast (the same yeast traditionally used to brew sake, Japan's beloved rice wine).
Sake brewers have long been known for their remarkably youthful hands. This is what actually first sparked scientific interest in GFF's skin benefits.
GFF works by stimulating filaggrin production in the skin. Filaggrin is a protein that binds structural proteins in the outer skin layer together to form a tight barrier that shields against allergens, bacteria, and moisture loss.
It's also a key building block of our natural moisturizing factors (NMF), or the network of compounds that keep skin plump and hydrated.
By boosting filaggrin, GFF helps strengthen both our barrier and our skin's ability to retain moisture.
Beyond hydration, GFF has notable antioxidant properties that help protect against oxidative stress and UV-induced inflammation.
Research also suggests it may help regulate sebum and keratin production. This could be an interesting option for those concerned about oiliness or skin texture.
Fungal acne:
This ingredient doesn't contain fatty acids or oils that could feed Malassezia, and the yeast used to make it (Galactomyces) is a different genera of fungi from Malassezia. The presence of one doesn't stimulate the other.
However, there is a concern raised by some communities that this ingredient could trigger a reaction in people who are broadly sensitive to yeast/fungal-derived ingredients.
Learn more about Galactomyces Ferment FiltrateOryza Sativa Bran Extract comes from the outer layer of a rice kernel. It is a byproduct of milling rice, or the operation to produce a whole grain rice product.
This ingredient has moisturizing properties due to its components of polysaccharides and omega-3 fatty acids. It also contains calcium, selenium, phosphorus, iron, and zinc.
Oryza Sativa Bran Extract contains numerous antioxidants such as ferulic acid. Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are capable of damaging our cells and other genetic material.
Learn more about Oryza Sativa Bran ExtractSalix Alba Bark Extract comes from the bark of the white willow tree. The official CosIng listing states this ingredient to have astringent, skin conditioning, soothing, and tonic properties.
Its star compound is salicin, a natural glucoside that is chemically related to salicylic acid. That's why you'll often see it marketed as a "natural BHA alternative" but that's a bit of a stretch.
Your skin can't convert salicin to salicylic acid because it needs specific enzymes that aren't present on the skin's surface. It won't behave like true salicylic acid, especially at the concentrations used in cosmetics.
However, this ingredient has its own perks. It contains flavonoids, polyphenols, and tannins that give it proven antioxidant and soothing properties.
An 8-week clinical study found a cream with 2% of this extract improved skin microcirculation, elasticity, and dark circles. This is most likely due to its role in increasing hyaluronic acid synthesis in fibroblasts and improved vascular integrity.
Another study found a topical serum with 0.5% salicin showed improvements in visible signs of aging, hyperpigmentation, and texture.
Just be careful if you have a known aspirin/salicylate allergy and be sure to consult with a medical professional about using this ingredient if you do.
Fun fact: Willow Bark extract has been used for thousands of years and ancient civilizations used white willow to help treat pain and fevers.
Learn more about Salix Alba Bark ExtractWater. 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. Remember to stay hydrated!
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