What's inside
What's inside
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate
EmulsifyingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate
Emulsifying
Sodium Citrate
BufferingCaprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
CleansingDisodium EDTA
Arginine
Masking
Parfum
Masking
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAdansonia Digitata Seed Oil
Emollient
Chenopodium Quinoa Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Soy Protein
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Corn Protein
Skin ConditioningSapindus Mukorossi Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Sucrose Stearate
EmollientSphingolipids
Emollient
Cholesterol
Emollient
Water, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Phenoxyethanol, Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate, Sodium Citrate, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Disodium EDTA, Arginine, Parfum, Cetrimonium Chloride, Propylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil, Chenopodium Quinoa Seed Extract, Butylene Glycol, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Hydrolyzed Corn Protein, Sapindus Mukorossi Fruit Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ceramide NP, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sodium Benzoate, Stearic Acid, Sucrose Stearate, Sphingolipids, Cholesterol
Water
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Stearyl Dihydroxypropyldimonium Oligosaccharides
Parfum
Masking
Quaternium-80
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningMacadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Styrene/Vp Copolymer
Hydrolyzed Corn Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Soy Protein
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Helianthus Annuus Seed
Skin Conditioning
Phosphoric Acid
BufferingCitrus Limon Fruit Extract
Masking
Ananas Sativus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPassiflora Edulis Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningVitis Vinifera Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Water, Propylene Glycol, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Stearyl Dihydroxypropyldimonium Oligosaccharides, Parfum, Quaternium-80, Ethylhexylglycerin, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Styrene/Vp Copolymer, Hydrolyzed Corn Protein, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Butylene Glycol, Helianthus Annuus Seed, Phosphoric Acid, Citrus Limon Fruit Extract, Ananas Sativus Fruit Extract, Passiflora Edulis Fruit Extract, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract, Alcohol Denat., Sorbic Acid
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 a preservative, antimicrobial, and emulsifier. It is often used in cosmetics for its ability to cleanse, condition, and reduce static.
Cetrimonium chloride is a quaternary ammonium salt, meaning it has a water-soluble structure.
Ethylhexylglycerin (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.
We don't have a description for Hydrolyzed Corn Protein yet.
Hydrolyzed Soy Protein is a vegan protein made to mimic hydrolyzed collagen. It is created from soy, or glycine soja.
This ingredient is a humectant, meaning it helps hydrate the skin by binding to water. According to a manufacturer, it is also a great hair conditioner.
Read more about hydrolyzed collagen here.
Learn more about Hydrolyzed Soy ProteinWe don't have a description for Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein yet.
Parfum 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.
Propylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may develop a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolWater. 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
