What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPotassium Cocoyl Glycinate
Propanediol
Solvent
Glycerin
Humectant
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Dihydroxyethyl Stearyl Glycinate
Sodium Chloride
MaskingPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Water, Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate, Propanediol, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Glycolic Acid, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Dihydroxyethyl Stearyl Glycinate, Sodium Chloride, Propylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Hydroxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydroxyacetophenone
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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 EthylhexylglycerinPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Β
Itβs often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolWater. 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!
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