What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
PEG-4 Rapeseedamide
Ceteareth-25
CleansingToluene-2,5-Diamine Sulfate
Ammonium Hydroxide
BufferingParaffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Sodium Sulfite
Preservative
Polyquaternium-22
Ceteth-10 Phosphate
CleansingDicetyl Phosphate
Emulsifying4-Chlororesorcinol
Amodimethicone
Sodium Hydrosulfite
EDTA
C12-14 Sec-Pareth-7
EmulsifyingOleyl Alcohol
Emollient
M-Aminophenol
Erythorbic Acid
Antioxidant
2,4-Diaminophenoxyethanol Hcl
C12-14 Sec-Pareth-5
EmulsifyingDimethicone
Emollient
Linalool
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
4-Amino-2-Hydroxytoluene
Lanolin Alcohol
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Acetic Acid
BufferingMethylparaben
Preservative
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
Preservative
Hydrolyzed Keratin
Humectant
Ethyl Ester Of Hydrolyzed Silk
Skin ConditioningPropylparaben
Preservative
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
DMDM Hydantoin
Preservative
Imidazolidinyl Urea
Preservative
Disodium EDTA
BHT
Antioxidant
Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Propylene Glycol, PEG-4 Rapeseedamide, Ceteareth-25, Toluene-2,5-Diamine Sulfate, Ammonium Hydroxide, Paraffinum Liquidum, Parfum, Sodium Sulfite, Polyquaternium-22, Ceteth-10 Phosphate, Dicetyl Phosphate, 4-Chlororesorcinol, Amodimethicone, Sodium Hydrosulfite, EDTA, C12-14 Sec-Pareth-7, Oleyl Alcohol, M-Aminophenol, Erythorbic Acid, 2,4-Diaminophenoxyethanol Hcl, C12-14 Sec-Pareth-5, Dimethicone, Linalool, Limonene, 4-Amino-2-Hydroxytoluene, Lanolin Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Acetic Acid, Methylparaben, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Alcohol, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Ethyl Ester Of Hydrolyzed Silk, Propylparaben, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Potassium Sorbate, DMDM Hydantoin, Imidazolidinyl Urea, Disodium EDTA, BHT
Water
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Ammonium Hydroxide
BufferingC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialStearic Acid
Cleansing
Steareth-21
CleansingStearamidopropyl Dimethylamine
EmulsifyingLauryl Glucoside
CleansingParaffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Keratin
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Keratin
Humectant
Silk Amino Acids
HumectantMelanin
Skin ProtectingSodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Cleansing
Polyquaternium-53
Polysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Ceteth-10 Phosphate
CleansingDicetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Glycol Distearate
Emollient
Isostearic Acid
Cleansing
Oleyl Alcohol
Emollient
Phosphoric Acid
BufferingSodium Metasilicate
BufferingSodium Sulfite
Preservative
EDTA
Erythorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
1-Naphthol
N,N'-Bis(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2-Nitro-P-Phenylenediamine
M-Aminophenol
Mica
Cosmetic Colorant
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Water, Propylene Glycol, Ammonium Hydroxide, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Stearic Acid, Steareth-21, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Lauryl Glucoside, Paraffinum Liquidum, Cetyl Alcohol, Keratin, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Silk Amino Acids, Melanin, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Polyquaternium-53, Polysorbate 80, Carbomer, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteth-10 Phosphate, Dicetyl Phosphate, Glyceryl Stearate, Glycol Distearate, Isostearic Acid, Oleyl Alcohol, Phosphoric Acid, Sodium Metasilicate, Sodium Sulfite, EDTA, Erythorbic Acid, Parfum, 1-Naphthol, N,N'-Bis(2-Hydroxyethyl)-2-Nitro-P-Phenylenediamine, M-Aminophenol, Mica, Titanium Dioxide
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
We don't have a description for Ammonium Hydroxide yet.
Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholWe don't have a description for Ceteth-10 Phosphate yet.
We don't have a description for Dicetyl Phosphate yet.
EDTA is the shortened name for ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid. It is a chelating agent and used to stabilize products.
Chelating Agents are used to prevent trace metal ions from binding to other ingredients. This can prevent unwanted reactions or changed efficacy of products.
Erythorbic Acid is an antioxidant.
Hydrolyzed Keratin is derived from keratin. Keratin is a large protein that is naturally found in our hair and skin.
Studies show keratin is able to seal broken hair cuticles, helping to prevent split ends and breakage.
As a humectant, hydrolyzed keratin helps draw moisture from the air to your hair and skin. This helps keep your skin and hair hydrated.
Learn more about Hydrolyzed KeratinWe don't have a description for M-Aminophenol yet.
Oleyl Alcohol is a type of fatty alcohol made from oleic acid.
Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product. They are usually derived from natural fats and oils and therefore do not have the same drying or irritating effect as solvent alcohols.
Paraffinum Liquidum is also known as liquid paraffin. It is a type of highly refined mineral oil.
Like other oils, Paraffinum Liquidum has emollient properties. Emollients help soothe and soften the skin. By creating a barrier to trap moisture within, emollients help keep your skin hydrated.
Paraffinum Liquidum does not irritate the skin and is non-comedogenic.
Learn more about Paraffinum LiquidumParfum 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 ParfumPropylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may develop a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolSodium Sulfite is a preservative. Preservatives help prevent mold and bacteria from growing in cosmetics.
This ingredient has been shown to break the bonds in hair, acting as a natural straightener.
It is commonly used in food. It should be noted sodium sulfite degrades both vitamins B1 and E.
Fun fact: Sulfites are naturally occuring in wine.
Learn more about Sodium SulfiteWater. 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!
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