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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Linoleic Acid
Cleansing
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Cetearyl Olivate
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientPropanediol
Solvent
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Octyldodecanol
Emollient
Synthetic Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Colloidal Oatmeal
Absorbent
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide Ns
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide As
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Squalane
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Calcium Chloride
AstringentArginine
Masking
Methionine
Skin ConditioningCysteine
Antioxidant
Lysine
Skin ConditioningLinolenic Acid
Cleansing
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Oleic Acid
Emollient
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Artemisia Capillaris Extract
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Pantolactone
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Malt Extract
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Glutamic Acid
Humectant
Aspartic Acid
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningStearic Acid
Cleansing
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientTaraxacum Officinale Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Gardenia Florida Extract
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Viola Tricolor Extract
Skin ProtectingPolyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTromethamine
BufferingPolyacrylate-13
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Linoleic Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol, Cetearyl Olivate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Propanediol, Sorbitan Olivate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Octyldodecanol, Synthetic Beeswax, Colloidal Oatmeal, Ceramide NP, Ceramide Ns, Ceramide AP, Ceramide As, Ceramide EOP, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, Squalane, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Calcium Chloride, Arginine, Methionine, Cysteine, Lysine, Linolenic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid, Palmitic Acid, Oleic Acid, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Madecassoside, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Artemisia Capillaris Extract, Panthenol, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Pantolactone, Hydrolyzed Malt Extract, Glyceryl Stearate, Glutamic Acid, Aspartic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Stearic Acid, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Taraxacum Officinale Leaf Extract, Hydrolyzed Gardenia Florida Extract, Hydrolyzed Viola Tricolor Extract, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Polyacrylate-13, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Pentylene Glycol, Tocopherol
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Calendula Officinalis Flower Water
Masking
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Actinidia Chinensis Fruit Extract
EmollientPrunus Persica Fruit Extract
Abrasive
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Water
Masking
Bambusa Textilis Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningArctium Lappa Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Morus Alba Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMorus Alba Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Apium Graveolens Extract
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Fructooligosaccharides
Humectant
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Myrciaria Dubia Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningGanoderma Lucidum Extract
Skin ProtectingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningMorus Alba Twig Extract
Skin ConditioningMorus Alba Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningTromethamine
BufferingXylose
HumectantTocopherol
Antioxidant
Water, Glycerin, Propanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Calendula Officinalis Flower Water, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Actinidia Chinensis Fruit Extract, Prunus Persica Fruit Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Water, Bambusa Textilis Stem Extract, Arctium Lappa Root Extract, Morus Alba Leaf Extract, Morus Alba Fruit Extract, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Apium Graveolens Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Beta-Glucan, Fructooligosaccharides, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Myrciaria Dubia Fruit Extract, Ganoderma Lucidum Extract, Butylene Glycol, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Adenosine, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Carbomer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Morus Alba Twig Extract, Morus Alba Bark Extract, Tromethamine, Xylose, Tocopherol
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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
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 GlycolCarbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create a gel consistency.
A high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Don't worry, most products contain 1% or less of carbomer.
Ethylhexylglycerin (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 GlycerinHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid is a form of hyaluronic acid. It is created by the hydrolysis of hyaluronic acid with a high molecular weight. Once created, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid has a low molecular weight.
Low molecular weight HA has been shown to hydrate and increase elasticity of the skin. Increasing elasticity is also associated with reduction of wrinkle depth.
One study found topical low molecular weight hyaluronic acid may be considered for the treatment of rosacea in the adult population. However, we always recommend speaking with a professional about your skin concerns.
Hyaluronic acids are a humectant. This means they draw moisture from the air. Hyaluronic acids help moisturize, soothe, and protect the skin.
Read more about other common forms of hyaluronic acid:
Learn more about Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidPropanediol 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 PropanediolSodium 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 HyaluronateTocopherol (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 TocopherolTromethamine helps balance the pH and improve the texture of a product. It is synthetically created.
As an emulsifier, Tromethamine prevents oil and water ingredients from separating. This helps stabilize the product and elongate a product's shelf life. Tromethamine also makes a product thicker.
Tromethamine helps balance the pH level of a product. Normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5). The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome. Being slightly acidic allows our skin to create an "acid mantle". This acid mantle is a thin barrier that protects our skin from bacteria and contaminants.
Oral Tromethanmine is an anti-inflammatory drug but plays the role of masking, adding fragrance, and/or balancing pH in skincare.
1,3-Propanediol, 2-amino-2-(hydroxymethyl)-
Learn more about TromethamineWater. 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
