What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Propanediol
Solvent
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Morus Alba Extract
AstringentOryza Sativa Extract
Absorbent
Laminaria Digitata Extract
Skin Protecting
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide Ns
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide As
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Anhydroxylitol
Humectant
Xylitylglucoside
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Polyisobutene
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPolyacrylate-13
Xylitol
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Cetyl-Pg Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide
Skin ConditioningCholesterol
Emollient
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Sodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningSodium Hydroxide
BufferingParfum
Masking
CI 16185
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Niacinamide, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Propanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Morus Alba Extract, Oryza Sativa Extract, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide Ns, Ceramide NP, Ceramide As, Ceramide AP, Phenoxyethanol, Anhydroxylitol, Xylitylglucoside, Sodium Hyaluronate, Polyisobutene, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Polyacrylate-13, Xylitol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polysorbate 20, Sorbitan Isostearate, Cetyl-Pg Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide, Cholesterol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Sodium Gluconate, Sodium Hydroxide, Parfum, CI 16185, CI 15985
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Octocrylene
UV Absorber
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Emulsifying Wax
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Hydrogenated Soybean Oil
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Coco-Caprylate
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Nelumbo Nucifera Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Japonica Flower Extract
EmollientTorreya Nucifera Extract
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Glutathione
Sodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantParfum
Masking
Water, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Octocrylene, Stearyl Alcohol, Titanium Dioxide, Cetearyl Alcohol, Emulsifying Wax, Zinc Oxide, Hydrogenated Soybean Oil, Glycerin, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Coco-Caprylate, Butylene Glycol, Nelumbo Nucifera Extract, Camellia Japonica Flower Extract, Torreya Nucifera Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Benzyl Alcohol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glutathione, Sodium Gluconate, CI 77492, Parfum
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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.
Ethylhexylglycerin 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 EthylhexylglycerinParfum 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 ParfumPhenoxyethanol 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.
This is the synthetic salt of gluconic acid, a form of PHA and mild exfoliant.
It is mainly used to stabilize oil and butter formulations from going bad. Sodium gluconate is a humectant, pH regulator, and chelating agent.
Chelating agents help neutralize unwanted metals from affecting the formulation.
Sodium gluconate is water-soluble.
Learn more about Sodium GluconateSodium Hyaluronate is the salt form of hyaluronic acid. It is a long sugar chain that is naturally found in your skin, joints, and connective tissue that maintains hydration and elasticity.
In skincare, it works as a humectant. It pulls water from the environment and deeper layers of skin and binds it to the surface.
Interestingly, the size of the molecule affects its behavior:
Some clinical evidence links low molecular weight versions to improved wrinkle depth, elasticity, anti-inflammatory effects, and barrier repair.
Many serums use a blend of both weights so you can get surface hydration plus longer-lasting and deeper effects.
You'll typically see concentrations between 0.1-2% for this ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateWater. 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!
Learn more about Water
