What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Polyisobutene
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Macadamia Integrifolia/Tetraphylla Seed Oil
Emollient
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientRicinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion Stabilising
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
Menthyl Lactate
MaskingParaffin
Perfuming
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Menthol
Masking
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Polyisobutene, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Macadamia Integrifolia/Tetraphylla Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Microcrystalline Wax, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Menthyl Lactate, Paraffin, Synthetic Wax, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Menthol, Hyaluronic Acid
Polybutene
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientDiphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientHydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientDiisopropyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Emollient
C10-30 Cholesterol/Lanosterol Esters
Emulsifying
Ozokerite
Emulsion StabilisingPolyethylene
Abrasive
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Silica Silylate
EmollientMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Quartz
Abrasive
BHT
Antioxidant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingPentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
Emollient
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientParfum
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Polybutene, Diisostearyl Malate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Diisopropyl Dimer Dilinoleate, C10-30 Cholesterol/Lanosterol Esters, Ozokerite, Polyethylene, Synthetic Wax, Silica Silylate, Mica, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Quartz, BHT, Butylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Hexylene Glycol, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol
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 lipid-based synthetic skin-conditioning agent derived from adipic acid and a mixture of fatty acids. It is often called a lanolin substitute.
As an emollient, it helps soften and hydrate the skin. Emollients create a barrier on the skin to trap moisture in.
Due to its fatty acid base, it may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolHydrogenated Polyisobutene is a synthetic polymer. Polymers are compounds with high molecular weight. Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is an emollient and texture enhancer.
In one study, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene showed better skin hydration levels than Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. As an emollient, it helps keep your skin soft and hydrated by trapping moisture in.
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is often used as a mineral oil replacement.
Learn more about Hydrogenated PolyisobuteneParfum 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.
Synthetic Wax is created from fossil fuels such as natural gas. It is used to enhance texture, adjust pH, and as an occlusive.
It may also be used as an abrasive ingredient to exfoliate the skin.
Synthetic Wax may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Synthetic Wax
