What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Calcium Chloride
AstringentCeratonia Siliqua Gum
EmollientXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Ethyl Hexanediol
SolventPEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Citrus Grandis Seed Extract
Astringent
Bambusa Textilis Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningPinus Palustris Leaf Extract
TonicPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Junos Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Chondrus Crispus Powder
Abrasive
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77510
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningLaminaria Japonica Extract
Skin Protecting
Macrocystis Pyrifera Extract
Skin Conditioning
Enteromorpha Compressa Extract
Skin ProtectingSargassum Fulvellum Extract
Skin ConditioningSpirulina Platensis Extract
Skin ProtectingHizikia Fusiforme Extract
Skin ConditioningCodium Fragile Extract
Skin ConditioningVaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract
Skin Protecting
Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningAgave Americana Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningHydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingDisodium EDTA
Caffeine
Skin Conditioning
Sapphire Powder
Parfum
Masking
Water, Glycerin, Calcium Chloride, Ceratonia Siliqua Gum, Xanthan Gum, Butylene Glycol, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Ethyl Hexanediol, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Citrus Grandis Seed Extract, Bambusa Textilis Stem Extract, Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract, Citrus Junos Fruit Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Chondrus Crispus Powder, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, CI 77891, CI 77510, CI 77491, CI 77007, Chlorphenesin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Macrocystis Pyrifera Extract, Enteromorpha Compressa Extract, Sargassum Fulvellum Extract, Spirulina Platensis Extract, Hizikia Fusiforme Extract, Codium Fragile Extract, Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract, Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Agave Americana Leaf Extract, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Disodium EDTA, Caffeine, Sapphire Powder, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantChondrus Crispus
Masking
Ceratonia Siliqua Gum
EmollientButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glucose
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Potassium Chloride
Pearl Powder
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingCollagen
Moisturising
Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba Gum
Emulsion StabilisingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Parfum
Masking
Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract
MaskingAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Algae Extract
Emollient
Rose Extract
Skin ConditioningAnthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
Masking
Punica Granatum Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Water
Antimicrobial
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Glycine Soja Phytoplacenta Extract
Skin ConditioningCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Chondrus Crispus, Ceratonia Siliqua Gum, Butylene Glycol, Glucose, Sodium Hyaluronate, Potassium Chloride, Pearl Powder, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Collagen, Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Parfum, Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Algae Extract, Rose Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Water, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract, Glycine Soja Phytoplacenta Extract, CI 77499
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 GlycolCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is derived from the leaves of the tea plant. Black tea, green tea, and oolong tea are all harvested from this plant.
This ingredient has many skin benefits:
This ingredient contains polyphenols, a strong antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight off molecules that damage skin cells.
On top of that, the antioxidants in green tea neutralize free-radicals from the sun. This gives the skin some extra UV protection, but should not replace sunscreen.
Many components of tea have anti-inflammatory properties.
Polyphenols and L-theanine help soothe the skin and reduce irritation. The caffeine in Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract helps calm inflamed blood vessels.
Other compounds found in tea include: Vitamin Bs, linoleic acid, magnesium, calcium, iron, and zinc.
Research has shown both drinking Camellia Sinensis Leaf Tea and applying it to the skin can help boost skin elasticity and hydration. Studies also show using tea extract may reduce sebum, or oil, production.
Learn more about Camellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractCeratonia 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 GumDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAEthylhexylglycerin (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 GlycerinHydroxyethylcellulose is used to improve the texture of products. It is created from a chemical reaction involving ethylene oxide and alkali-cellulose. Cellulose is a sugar found in plant cell walls and help give plants structure.
This ingredient helps stabilize products by preventing ingredients from separating. It can also help thicken the texture of a product.
This ingredient can also be found in pill medicines to help our bodies digest other ingredients.
Learn more about HydroxyethylcelluloseParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumWater. 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
