What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Isododecane
EmollientSilica
Abrasive
Triethylhexanoin
MaskingGlycerin
Humectant
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate
Emulsifying
Quaternium-90 Bentonite
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Propylene Carbonate
SolventMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Tribehenin
Emollient
Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingHydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate
HumectantMaltooligosyl Glucoside
Skin ConditioningQuartz
Abrasive
Astrocaryum Tucuma Seed Butter
Emollient
Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter
Skin Conditioning
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientTocopherol
Antioxidant
Lecithin
Emollient
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Glyceryl Oleate
Emollient
Citric Acid
Buffering
Citral
Perfuming
Iron Oxides
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Cyclopentasiloxane, Isododecane, Silica, Triethylhexanoin, Glycerin, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate, Quaternium-90 Bentonite, Sodium Chloride, Propylene Carbonate, Mica, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Caprylyl Glycol, Tribehenin, Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate, Maltooligosyl Glucoside, Quartz, Astrocaryum Tucuma Seed Butter, Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter, Aluminum Hydroxide, Tocopherol, Lecithin, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Glyceryl Stearate, Glyceryl Oleate, Citric Acid, Citral, Iron Oxides, CI 77891
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Isododecane
EmollientCetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate
Emulsifying
Triethylhexanoin
MaskingGlycerin
Humectant
Phenylisopropyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Silica
Abrasive
Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate
HumectantPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Hoya Lacunosa Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningMangifera Indica Seed Butter
Skin Conditioning
Shea Butter Ethyl Esters
Emollient
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Diamond Powder
Abrasive
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingSodium Chloride
Masking
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
O-Cymen-5-Ol
Antimicrobial
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Tropolone
Skin ConditioningPolymethylsilsesquioxane
Alumina
Abrasive
Magnesium Oxide
AbsorbentCitric Acid
Buffering
Iron Oxides
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Cyclopentasiloxane, Isododecane, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate, Triethylhexanoin, Glycerin, Phenylisopropyl Dimethicone, Silica, Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate, Phenoxyethanol, Hoya Lacunosa Flower Extract, Mangifera Indica Seed Butter, Shea Butter Ethyl Esters, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Diamond Powder, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Sodium Chloride, Alcohol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, O-Cymen-5-Ol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Tropolone, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Alumina, Magnesium Oxide, Citric Acid, Iron Oxides, CI 77491, CI 77492, 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.
This ingredient is a high molecular weight silicone. It has emulsifying and skin conditioning properties.
Citric Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) naturally found in citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and limes.
Like other AHAs, citric acid can exfoliate skin by breaking down the bonds that hold dead skin cells together. This helps reveal smoother and brighter skin underneath.
However, this exfoliating effect only happens at high concentrations (20%) which can be hard to find in cosmetic products.
Due to this, citric acid is usually included in small amounts as a pH adjuster. This helps keep products slightly more acidic and compatible with skin's natural pH.
In skincare formulas, citric acid can:
While it can provide some skin benefits, research shows lactic acid and glycolic acid are generally more effective and less irritating exfoliants.
Most citric acid used in skincare today is made by fermenting sugars (usually from molasses). This synthetic version is identical to the natural citrus form but easier to stabilize and use in formulations.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidCyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
It is also an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneGlycerin 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 GlycerinWe don't have a description for Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate yet.
Isododecane is a fragrance, emollient, and solvent.
As an emollient, it helps your skin stay soft and hydrated. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin.
Isododecane's role as a solvent makes it a great texture enhancer. It spreads smoothly on skin and does not leave a sticky feeling behind. Isododecane also helps prevent color transfer in makeup products.
Isododecane is not absorbed into skin.
Learn more about IsododecanePhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate isn't fungal acne safe.
Silica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.
Though it has exfoliant properties, the function of silica varies depending on the product.
The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and adds smoothness, making it a great texture enhancer.
It is also used as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.
In some products, tiny microneedles called spicules are made from silica or hydrolyzed sponge. When you rub them in, they lightly polish away dead skin layers and enhance the penetration of active ingredients.
Learn more about SilicaChances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideTriethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone used to bind and stabilize ingredients.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. This can help elongate the shelf life of products.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is often used to coat mineral sunscreens ingredients to help give a better feel. It also helps reduce oxidative stress in sunscreens.
Learn more about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneTriethylhexanoin is created from glycerin and 2-ethylhexanoic acid. It is a solvent and emollient.
As a solvent, Triethylhexanoin helps dissolve ingredients to stable bases or help evenly distribute ingredients throughout the product.
It is also an emollient and helps condition the skin.
Learn more about TriethylhexanoinWater. 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 WaterThis ingredient is a combination of red, black, and yellow iron oxide pigments. This combination of colors is usually found in foundation, because it results in a "skin" color.
