What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Polybutene
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientOctyldodecanol
Emollient
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Dextrin Palmitate
Emulsifying
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientVanillyl Butyl Ether
MaskingRicinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Tribehenin
Emollient
Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Benzyl Nicotinate
Skin ConditioningButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Aroma
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Punica Granatum Flower Extract
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Methyl Nicotinate
SoothingButylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
Capsicum Annuum Fruit Extract
Antimicrobial
Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emollient
Canola Oil
Emollient
Capsicum Frutescens Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Zingiber Officinale Root Oil
Masking
Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Citrus Sinensis Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Anethole
Masking
Pinene
Masking
Terpineol
Masking
CI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantPolybutene, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Octyldodecanol, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Dextrin Palmitate, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Vanillyl Butyl Ether, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Tribehenin, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Benzyl Nicotinate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Aroma, Pentylene Glycol, Punica Granatum Flower Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Methyl Nicotinate, Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Capsicum Annuum Fruit Extract, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Canola Oil, Capsicum Frutescens Fruit Extract, Zingiber Officinale Root Oil, Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides, Glyceryl Stearate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Citrus Sinensis Fruit Extract, Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract, Tocopherol, Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil, Limonene, Linalool, Citral, Anethole, Pinene, Terpineol, CI 15850, CI 77491, CI 19140
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientPolyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Emulsifying
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientDimer Dilinoleyl Diisostearate
EmollientPhytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Skin Conditioning
Menthyl Lactate
Masking
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Vanillyl Butyl Ether
MaskingSilica
Abrasive
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Anemarrhena Asphodeloides Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Madecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Asiatic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Propolis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Diisostearyl Malate, Dimer Dilinoleyl Diisostearate, Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Menthyl Lactate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Vanillyl Butyl Ether, Silica, Tocopheryl Acetate, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Centella Asiatica Extract, Water, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Anemarrhena Asphodeloides Root Extract, Madecassic Acid, Asiatic Acid, Madecassoside, Asiaticoside, Propolis Extract, 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.
This ingredient is a lightweight emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Though it behaves like an oil, it is not technically one due to its chemical composition. It is very stable, resistant to oxidation, and unlikely to go rancid. In practice, that translates to a long shelf life and a consistently elegant skin feel.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this. Be sure to patch test if you have concerns.
Fractionated coconut oil and MCT Oil are both listed as Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride according to INCI. This is because INCI names are based on the ingredient’s final chemical composition and not its marketing name or source.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideHydrogenated Polyisobutene is a synthetic polymer. Polymers are compounds with high molecular weight. Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is an emollient and texture enhancer.
In one study, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene showed better skin hydration levels than Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. As an emollient, it helps keep your skin soft and hydrated by trapping moisture in.
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is often used as a mineral oil replacement.
Learn more about Hydrogenated PolyisobuteneJojoba oil is one of the most well-studied plant-derived ingredients in cosmetics. It is an emollient with a special structure.
Because it is made up of 97-98% wax esters, it closely mirrors the linear monoesters found in human sebum. This makes it skin compatible, non-greasy, and lightweight.
Unlike other plant oils, jojoba wax doesn't easily penetrate skin. It mostly works in the uppermost layers as an emollient. This just means it forms a light barrier on the skin to help retain moisture.
Formulations with jojoba esters up to 90% reduced transepidermal water loss (TEWL) and increased barrier recovery by 81% (outperforming bisabolol at 47%).
Besides barrier support, the science also suggests jojoba to have anti-inflammatory effects and potential applications for skin infections, aging, and wound healing.
Fun fact: Indigenous cultures have used jojoba as a moisturizer and to help treat burns for centuries.
Due to its fatty acid content, Jojoba oil may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Simmondsia Chinensis Seed OilSodium 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 AcetateWe don't have a description for Vanillyl Butyl Ether yet.
