What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantCoco-Betaine
Cleansing
Lauryl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingDisodium Cocoamphodiacetate
CleansingSodium Chloride
MaskingMorinda Citrifolia Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Cleansing
Saccharomyces Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Cryptomeria Japonica Leaf Extract
HumectantNelumbo Nucifera Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate
CleansingSalicylic Acid
Masking
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
Tromethamine
BufferingMalachite Extract
Antioxidant
Coptis Chinensis Root Extract
Antioxidant
Gluconic Acid
Pyrus Communis Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningRosa Damascena Flower Water
Masking
Prunus Persica Fruit Extract
Abrasive
Hedera Helix Leaf/Stem Extract
AntimicrobialPimpinella Anisum Fruit Extract
MaskingVanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Cucumis Melo Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Citric Acid
Buffering
Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Dipropylene Glycol, Coco-Betaine, Lauryl Hydroxysultaine, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Sodium Chloride, Morinda Citrifolia Fruit Extract, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Saccharomyces Ferment, Cryptomeria Japonica Leaf Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Leaf Extract, Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate, Salicylic Acid, Hydroxyacetophenone, Pentylene Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Allantoin, Disodium EDTA, Tromethamine, Malachite Extract, Coptis Chinensis Root Extract, Gluconic Acid, Pyrus Communis Fruit Extract, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Prunus Persica Fruit Extract, Hedera Helix Leaf/Stem Extract, Pimpinella Anisum Fruit Extract, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract, Cucumis Melo Seed Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Citric Acid
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Water
Skin ConditioningDisodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate
CleansingSodium Cocoyl Glutamate
Cleansing
Methylpropanediol
Solvent1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingSalicylic Acid
Masking
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Ficus Carica Fruit Extract
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
Masking
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Rhizome/Root
EmollientAmaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hamamelis Virginiana Extract
Antiseborrhoeic
Undaria Pinnatifida Extract
Skin ConditioningGloiopeltis Furcata Extract
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Extract
Antimicrobial
Pinus Pinaster Bark Extract
Antioxidant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Disodium EDTA
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Silica
Abrasive
Capryloyl Glycine
CleansingHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingCamphor
Masking
Sarcosine
Skin Conditioning
4-Terpineol
Masking
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract, Water, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Methylpropanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Salicylic Acid, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ficus Carica Fruit Extract, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Rhizome/Root, Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana Extract, Undaria Pinnatifida Extract, Gloiopeltis Furcata Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Bark Extract, Pinus Pinaster Bark Extract, Butylene Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Ceramide NP, Allantoin, Niacinamide, Silica, Capryloyl Glycine, Hexylene Glycol, Camphor, Sarcosine, 4-Terpineol, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
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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.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservativesÂ
Allantoin is a soothing ingredient known for its protective and moisturizing properties; it's basically a quiet workhorse ingredient you can find in a huge range of cosmetics.
Though it can be derived from the comfrey plant, allantoin is produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Research shows it can encourage your skin cells to turn over and renew by stimulating keratinocyte and fibroblast proliferation.
It also has mild keratolytic properties to help loosen and shed dead skin cells without being harsh.
Studies also suggest allantoin can help calm inflammation by dialing down some of the chemical signals your skin sends out when it is irritated.
This ingredient is typically used in the 0.1-0.5% range, and the FDA recognizes it as a skin protectant in OTC products up to 2%.
Overall, allantoin is a wonderful addition to most routines; it is stable across a wide pH range (~4-8), works well with other ingredients, and is considered non-sensitizing/non-irritating.
Fun fact: Allantoin is naturally occurring in comfrey root, beets, chamomile, and wheat sprouts. Our bodies even produce it as a byproduct of uric acid metabolism.
Learn more about AllantoinButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolDisodium EDTA is a chelating agent. It grabs onto and deactivates metal ions that sneak into your products from water, packaging, or air.
This ingredient mainly works behind the scenes and helps with:
On top of that, this ingredient can counteract the effects of hard water by binding to the minerals in it.
One thing worth knowing is that Disodium EDTA has been shown to be a mild penetration enhancer. It can help other ingredients absorb into skin more effectively which can be a double-edged sword (great for actives, but can also make the active too strong if you have sensitive skin).
Clinical patch testing showed no significant skin irritation at typical use concentrations and minimal dermal absorption.
You'll most likely see this ingredient near the end of an ingredient list. It's typically found in concentrations less than 1%.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAHexylene Glycol is a multitasker ingredient that works as a solvent, humectant, emulsifier, viscosity reducer, and preservative booster.
It is able to dissolve both water and oil-soluble ingredients to stabilize tricky actives and make products spread more easily.
As a humectant, it pulls water into the skin. But it's a pretty minor moisturizing ingredient compared to other humectants, like glycerin.
Interestingly, it can act as a mild penetration enhancer. One in vitro study on human skin found a 12% concentration upped the absorption of mometasone furoate (a medicinal ingredient used to treat inflammatory skin conditions) up to 7%.
This ingredient is typically used at levels of 0.1-10% depending on the role it's playing.
A patch test study on eczema patients didn't find a significant increase in irritation versus the control group, but the potential for irritation rises at higher concentrations.
Learn more about Hexylene GlycolSalicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is a well-known ingredient for treating skin that struggles with acne and clogged pores. It exfoliates both the skin's surface and deep within the pores to help clear out buildup, control oil, and reduce inflammation.
Unlike AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids), salicylic acid is oil-soluble. This allows it to penetrate into pores which makes it especially effective for treating blackheads and preventing future breakouts.
Salicylic acid is also known for its soothing properties. It has a similar structure to aspirin and can calm inflamed or irritated skin, making it a good option for acne-prone skin that is also sensitive.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing this ingredient into your routine.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun sensitivity, it’s still important to wear sunscreen daily to protect your skin.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidWater. 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!
Learn more about Water
