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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Behentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Cetyl Esters
Emollient
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Polyquaternium-37
Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
EmollientTocopherol
Antioxidant
Glycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
PPG-1 Trideceth-6
Skin ConditioningChlorhexidine Dihydrochloride
Antimicrobial
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Wheat Amino Acids
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol
Skin ConditioningSodium Chloride
Masking
Sorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Benzophenone-4
UV Absorber
Citric Acid
Buffering
Limonene
Perfuming
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Disodium EDTA
Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Behentrimonium Chloride, Cetyl Esters, Isopropyl Myristate, Isopropyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Polyquaternium-37, Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Tocopherol, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, PPG-1 Trideceth-6, Chlorhexidine Dihydrochloride, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract, Wheat Amino Acids, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol, Sodium Chloride, Sorbitan Oleate, Benzophenone-4, Citric Acid, Limonene, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract, Ascorbic Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Disodium EDTA
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Behentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Acetamide Mea
HumectantCanola Oil
Emollient
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Allium Sativum Bulb Extract
Skin ConditioningAnthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
Masking
Arctium Lappa Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Arnica Montana Flower Extract
Masking
Hedera Helix Extract
AntimicrobialLamium Album Flower Extract
AstringentNasturtium Officinale Leaf Extract
Masking
Pinus Sylvestris Bud Extract
Perfuming
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialHydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Acrylates Copolymer
Polyquaternium-37
PPG-1 Trideceth-6
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Sorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
EmollientIsopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Disodium EDTA
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Water, Dimethicone, Cetearyl Alcohol, Parfum, Behentrimonium Chloride, Acetamide Mea, Canola Oil, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Allium Sativum Bulb Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Arctium Lappa Root Extract, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Hedera Helix Extract, Lamium Album Flower Extract, Nasturtium Officinale Leaf Extract, Pinus Sylvestris Bud Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol, Citric Acid, Acrylates Copolymer, Polyquaternium-37, PPG-1 Trideceth-6, Caprylyl Glycol, Propylene Glycol, Sorbitan Oleate, Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Isopropyl Alcohol, Disodium EDTA, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Linalool, Hydroxycitronellal
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 preservative and often used for it's anti-static properties. You'll most likely see this ingredient in hair conditioners.
It does not cause irritation or sensitization in leave-on products at 1-5%.
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 AlcoholCitric Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) naturally found in citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and limes.
Like other AHAs, citric acid can exfoliate skin by breaking down the bonds that hold dead skin cells together. This helps reveal smoother and brighter skin underneath.
However, this exfoliating effect only happens at high concentrations (20%) which can be hard to find in cosmetic products.
Due to this, citric acid is usually included in small amounts as a pH adjuster. This helps keep products slightly more acidic and compatible with skin's natural pH.
In skincare formulas, citric acid can:
While it can provide some skin benefits, research shows lactic acid and glycolic acid are generally more effective and less irritating exfoliants.
Most citric acid used in skincare today is made by fermenting sugars (usually from molasses). This synthetic version is identical to the natural citrus form but easier to stabilize and use in formulations.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAWe don't have a description for Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol yet.
Isopropyl Alcohol is more commonly known as rubbing alcohol. It is most commonly used as a solvent, meaning it helps other ingredients dissolve.
This ingredient is an astringent alcohol. Astringent alcohols may also irritate skin as they high amounts may strip away your skin's natural oils.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
According to the National Rosacea Society based in the US, you should be mindful of products with these alcohols in the top half of ingredients.
Any type of sanitizing product will have high amounts of alcohol to help kill bacteria and viruses.
Learn more about Isopropyl AlcoholParfum 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.
We don't have a description for Polyquaternium-37 yet.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateWe don't have a description for PPG-1 Trideceth-6 yet.
Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate is a mixture of Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate and Propylene Glycol Dicaprate.
It is an emollient and helps hydate the skin.
Sorbitan Oleate is created from compounds in oleic acid and sorbitol.
It is used to stabilize a product by preventing ingredients from separating. Emulsifiers help keep ingredients together, such as oils and water.
According to a manufacturer, the ingredient Sorbitan Monooleate shares an INCI name with this one.
Sorbitan Oleate may not be fungal acne safe. It can also worsen oily skin.
Learn more about Sorbitan OleateWater. 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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