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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract 90%
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Water
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Trehalose
Humectant
Sodium Citrate
BufferingC12-14 Pareth-12
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientAnastatica Hierochuntica Extract
AstringentSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract 90%, 1,2-Hexanediol, Water, Panthenol, Trehalose, Sodium Citrate, C12-14 Pareth-12, Disodium EDTA, Allantoin, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Butylene Glycol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Anastatica Hierochuntica Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Dipropylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water
Masking
Water
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Isopentyldiol
Humectant
Centella Asiatica Extract 0.3%
Cleansing
Cordyceps Militaris Extract
Skin ConditioningHibiscus Esculentus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Methylpropanediol
SolventBetaine
Humectant
Xylitol
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate
Skin Conditioning
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-6 Dioleate
Emulsifying
Pyrus Communis Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Rosa Damascena Flower Water
Masking
Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate
Emulsifying
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCucumis Melo Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Iris Florentina Root Extract
MaskingSodium Phytate
Hedera Helix Leaf/Stem Extract
AntimicrobialPolyglutamic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate
Humectant
Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water, Water, 1,2-Hexanediol, Isopentyldiol, Centella Asiatica Extract 0.3%, Cordyceps Militaris Extract, Hibiscus Esculentus Fruit Extract, Butylene Glycol, Methylpropanediol, Betaine, Xylitol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Pentylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-6 Dioleate, Pyrus Communis Fruit Extract, Adenosine, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Cucumis Melo Fruit Extract, Citric Acid, Iris Florentina Root Extract, Sodium Phytate, Hedera Helix Leaf/Stem Extract, Polyglutamic Acid, Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Ceramide NP
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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.
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 preservatives
Butylene 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 GlycolThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCitric 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 AcidEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid is a form of hyaluronic acid. It is created by the hydrolysis of hyaluronic acid with a high molecular weight. Once created, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid has a low molecular weight.
Low molecular weight HA has been shown to hydrate and increase elasticity of the skin. Increasing elasticity is also associated with reduction of wrinkle depth.
One study found topical low molecular weight hyaluronic acid may be considered for the treatment of rosacea in the adult population. However, we always recommend speaking with a professional about your skin concerns.
Hyaluronic acids are a humectant. This means they draw moisture from the air. Hyaluronic acids help moisturize, soothe, and protect the skin.
Read more about other common forms of hyaluronic acid:
Learn more about Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidPentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can also help thicken or stabilize a product.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolPolyglyceryl-10 Myristate isn't fungal acne safe.
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateWater. 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
