What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Cyclopentasiloxane
EmollientC13-14 Isoparaffin
EmollientPhenyl Trimethicone
Skin ConditioningParfum
MaskingBenzyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialAlpha-Isomethyl Ionone
PerfumingLinalool
PerfumingHexyl Cinnamal
PerfumingBenzyl Salicylate
PerfumingLimonene
PerfumingCitronellol
PerfumingCarthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
MaskingOlea Europaea Fruit Oil
MaskingRicinus Communis Seed Oil
MaskingCanola Oil
EmollientPrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Protein
Skin ConditioningTriticum Vulgare Germ Oil
EmollientEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV AbsorberAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
EmollientBHT
AntioxidantCyclopentasiloxane, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Phenyl Trimethicone, Parfum, Benzyl Benzoate, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Linalool, Hexyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Salicylate, Limonene, Citronellol, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Canola Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Protein, Triticum Vulgare Germ Oil, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, BHT
Cyclopentasiloxane
EmollientDimethicone
EmollientPhenyl Trimethicone
Skin ConditioningParfum
MaskingLimonene
PerfumingLinalool
PerfumingHexyl Cinnamal
PerfumingMica
Cosmetic ColorantCitronellol
PerfumingCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantSilica
AbrasivePlukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil
EmollientBenzyl Alcohol
PerfumingCitral
PerfumingGossypium Herbaceum Seed Oil
Skin ConditioningTin Oxide
AbrasiveGeraniol
PerfumingAcorus Calamus Root Extract
PerfumingAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
EmollientButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
MaskingCinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Extract
AntimicrobialCocos Nucifera Fruit Extract
EmollientCommiphora Myrrha Resin Extract
Skin ConditioningMacadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
EmollientOlea Europaea Fruit Oil
MaskingArgania Spinosa Kernel Oil
EmollientGlycerin
HumectantGlyceryl Stearate
EmollientLecithin
EmollientPolyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
EmulsifyingAmyl Cinnamal
PerfumingBenzyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialWater
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Phenyl Trimethicone, Parfum, Limonene, Linalool, Hexyl Cinnamal, Mica, Citronellol, CI 77891, CI 77491, Silica, Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil, Benzyl Alcohol, Citral, Gossypium Herbaceum Seed Oil, Tin Oxide, Geraniol, Acorus Calamus Root Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Extract, Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract, Commiphora Myrrha Resin Extract, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Lecithin, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Amyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Benzoate, Water
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of the aloe, Aloe barbadensis, Liliaceae.
Aloe is one of the most well-known natural soothing ingredients, and for good reason. Itâs full of water and has a cooling, calming effect on the skin, especially when itâs sunburned, itchy, or irritated. Aloe also helps your skin stay hydrated and smooth by mimicking what healthy skin naturally produces. On top of that, it contains vitamins and nutrients that support skin recovery.Â
It doesnât protect you from the sun, but it can help your skin bounce back after too much time in it.
Letâs get into the details:
Aloe contains antioxidant Vitamins A, C, and E, which help fight off free radicals (unstable molecules from things like pollution that can damage your skin).
Itâs also rich in polysaccharides, which are natural sugars that help hydrate the skin by acting like the skinâs own moisturizing agents. These, along with other sugars like monosaccharides, help form a protective barrier that locks in moisture.
Aloe works as both a humectant and an emollient. That means it draws water into the skin (humectant) and helps trap it there (emollient), making it an effective natural moisturizer.
Youâll also find a mix of other skin-supporting ingredients in aloe, including folic acid, choline, calcium, amino acids, fatty acids, and even Vitamin B12.
Out of the 420+ species of aloe, Aloe barbadensis is the most widely used in skincare products thanks to its gentle yet effective properties.
There are over 420 species of aloe but Aloe Barbadensis is the most commonly used for topical products.
Learn more about Aloe Barbadensis Leaf ExtractBenzyl Benzoate is usually created from the condensation of benzoic acid and benzyl alcohol. It is used as a preservative, solvent, and has a floral/balsamic scent in large amounts.
As a preservative, Benzyl Benzoate works against bacteria and fungus. It is often used to treat scabies and lice in medicine.
Solvents are used to keep ingredients together in a product. They can help dissolve ingredients to stable bases or help evenly distribute ingredients throughout the product.
Due to its fragrance, Benzyl Benzoate can be sensitizing and may cause contact dermatitis. It is a known EU allergen. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Benzyl Benzoate can be naturally found in cranberries and peaches.
Learn more about Benzyl BenzoateCitronellol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is often derived from plants such as roses. In fact, it can be found in many essential oils including geranium, lavender, neroli, and more. The scent of Citronellol is often described as "fresh, grassy, and citrus-like".
Since the Citronellol molecule is already unstable, Citronellol becomes irritating on the skin when exposed to air.
Citronellol is a modified terpene. Terpenes are unsaturated hydrocarbons found in plants. They make up the primary part of essential oils.
Citronellol is not able to be absorbed into deeper layers of the skin. It has low permeability,
Citronellol is also a natural insect repellent.
Learn more about CitronellolCyclopentasiloxane, 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 CyclopentasiloxaneHexyl Cinnamal is a fragrance ingredient with a similar scent to jasmine. It can be naturally found in chamomile essential oil.
This ingredient is a known EU allergen and may sensitize the skin. The EU requires this ingredient to be listed separately on an ingredients list.
Hexyl Cinnamal is not water soluble but is soluble in oils.
Learn more about Hexyl CinnamalLimonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term '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.
Learn more about LimoneneLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolOlea Europaea Fruit Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the ripe fruit of the Olive. In other words - olive oil.
The primary contents of olive oil are glycerides of the fatty acids linoleic, oleic and palmitic.
Olive oil also contains antioxidants such as Vitamin E. Antioxidants may help reduce signs of aging by fighting unstable free-radical molecules. It also contains Vitamins A (retinol), D, and K.
The squalene in olive oil makes it a great emollient. Emollients help soothe and soften your skin by trapping moisture in. This makes olive oil a great skin moisturizer.
Studies show olive oil to have antibacterial and antifungal properties in low concentrations. Another study found olive oil irritated sensitive oily skin. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Due to the fatty acid content, this ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Olea Europaea Fruit OilParfum 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 âFRAGRANCEâ or âPARFUMâ 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 ParfumPhenyl Trimethicone is a silicon-based polymer. It is derived from silica.
Phenyl Trimethicone is used as an emollient and prevents products from foaming.
As an emollient, it helps trap moisture in the skin. It is considered an occlusive.
Learn more about Phenyl Trimethicone