What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate
CleansingSodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate
CleansingSodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
CleansingSodium Chloride
Masking
Glycol Distearate
Emollient
PPG-5-Ceteth-20
EmulsifyingSodium Polystyrene Sulfonate
Emulsion StabilisingDecyl Glucoside
CleansingParfum
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingPEG-55 Propylene Glycol Oleate
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Coco-Betaine
CleansingPEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate
Emulsifying
Salicylic Acid
Masking
PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
EmulsifyingGlycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol
Skin ConditioningLimonene
Perfuming
Benzophenone-4
UV Absorber
Citronellol
Perfuming
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 17200
Cosmetic ColorantPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Water, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Sodium Chloride, Glycol Distearate, PPG-5-Ceteth-20, Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate, Decyl Glucoside, Parfum, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Benzoate, Carbomer, PEG-55 Propylene Glycol Oleate, Propylene Glycol, Coco-Betaine, PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate, Salicylic Acid, PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Benzoic Acid, Tocopherol, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol, Limonene, Benzophenone-4, Citronellol, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract, Phenoxyethanol, CI 17200, Potassium Sorbate
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Behentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Cetyl Esters
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Polyquaternium-37
Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
EmollientTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningLimonene
Perfuming
PPG-1 Trideceth-6
Skin ConditioningChlorhexidine Dihydrochloride
Antimicrobial
Linalool
Perfuming
Butylphenyl Methylpropional
Perfuming
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Citronellol
Perfuming
Nelumbium Speciosum Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningBHT
Antioxidant
Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Behentrimonium Chloride, Isopropyl Myristate, Cetyl Esters, Parfum, Isopropyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Polyquaternium-37, Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract, Limonene, PPG-1 Trideceth-6, Chlorhexidine Dihydrochloride, Linalool, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Citronellol, Nelumbium Speciosum Flower Extract, BHT
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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.
Citronellol 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 CitronellolLimonene 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 LimoneneParfum 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.
Water. 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!
Learn more about Water
