What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Methylpropanediol
SolventNiacinamide
Smoothing
Ceratonia Siliqua Gum
EmollientHydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Collagen Extract
Skin Conditioning
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Alteromonas Ferment Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Chamaecyparis Obtusa Water
MaskingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningAsiaticoside
Antioxidant
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningMadecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Glycosphingolipids
EmollientGlycolipids
Skin ConditioningGlutathione
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
Skin Conditioning
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5
Humectant
Copper Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-2
Skin Conditioning
Hexapeptide-11
Skin Conditioning
Hexapeptide-9
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
Skin Conditioning
Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Cholesterol
Emollient
Calcium Gluconate
HumectantButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Pantolactone
Humectant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Potassium Chloride
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
Gossypium Herbaceum Extract
Skin ConditioningGluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Bifida Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Chondrus Crispus Powder
Abrasive
Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingMaltodextrin
Absorbent
Sucrose
Humectant
Sucrose Stearate
EmollientCellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingAlgin
Masking
Bisabolol
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil
Emollient
Chondrus Crispus
Masking
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Trehalose
Humectant
Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine
EmulsifyingSorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Polyglycerin-3
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Phytate
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Salvia Officinalis Oil
Masking
Lavandula Hybrida Oil
Emollient
Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil
Masking
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
Masking
Abies Sibirica Oil
Masking
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Water, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Methylpropanediol, Niacinamide, Ceratonia Siliqua Gum, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Collagen Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Butylene Glycol, Alteromonas Ferment Extract, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Centella Asiatica Extract, Chamaecyparis Obtusa Water, Panthenol, Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid, Madecassoside, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glycosphingolipids, Glycolipids, Glutathione, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5, Copper Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-2, Hexapeptide-11, Hexapeptide-9, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Tripeptide-1, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Cholesterol, Calcium Gluconate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Cetyl Alcohol, Pantolactone, Allantoin, Potassium Chloride, Jojoba Esters, Gossypium Herbaceum Extract, Gluconolactone, Bifida Ferment Lysate, Chondrus Crispus Powder, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Maltodextrin, Sucrose, Sucrose Stearate, Cellulose Gum, Algin, Bisabolol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, 1,2-Hexanediol, Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil, Chondrus Crispus, Hydroxyacetophenone, Trehalose, Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Glyceryl Stearate, Stearyl Alcohol, Polyglycerin-3, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Sodium Phytate, Sodium Benzoate, Caprylyl Glycol, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Salvia Officinalis Oil, Lavandula Hybrida Oil, Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Abies Sibirica Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Tocopherol
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Snail Secretion Filtrate
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDipropylene Glycol
HumectantSodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Disodium EDTA
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate
Skin Conditioning
Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Snail Secretion Filtrate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Panthenol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Hexylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Dipropylene Glycol, Sodium Polyacrylate, Allantoin, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Sodium Hyaluronate, Disodium EDTA, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate
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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
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 GlycolDipotassium 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 GlycyrrhizateDipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created humectant, stabilizer, and solvent.
This ingredient helps:
Dipropylene glycol is technically an alcohol, but it belongs to the glycol family (often considered part of the ‘good’ alcohols). This means it is hydrating and gentle on skin unlike drying solvent alcohols like denatured alcohol.
As a masking agent, Dipropylene Glycol can be used to cover the smell of other ingredients. However, it does not have a scent.
Studies show Dipropylene Glycol is considered safe to use in skincare.
Learn more about Dipropylene GlycolGlycerin 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 GlycerinHydroxyacetophenone is antioxidant with skin conditioning and soothing properties. It also boosts the efficiency of preservatives.
This ingredient is not irritating or sensitizing.
Panthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolPolyglyceryl-10 Laurate is an ester of lauric acid and Polyglycerin-10.
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate is a cleansing agent and emulsifier. It helps gather dirt, oil, and other pollutants to be rinsed away. As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating, such as oil and water.
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polyglyceryl-10 LaurateSodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateWater. 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
