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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Magnesium Sulfate
PPG-26-Buteth-26
Skin ConditioningPvp
Emulsion StabilisingEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
PEG-12 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Achillea Millefolium Extract
CleansingAloe Barbadensis Flower Extract
EmollientChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Extract
Skin ConditioningGeranium Maculatum Extract
TonicHamamelis Virginiana Bark/Leaf/Twig Extract
Skin Conditioning
Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningQuercus Alba Bark Extract
AstringentRosa Canina Fruit Extract
Astringent
Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract
CleansingSymphytum Officinale Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Butylphenyl Methylpropional
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Water, Alcohol Denat., Magnesium Sulfate, PPG-26-Buteth-26, Pvp, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Achillea Millefolium Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Extract, Geranium Maculatum Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana Bark/Leaf/Twig Extract, Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract, Quercus Alba Bark Extract, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract, Symphytum Officinale Leaf Extract, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Chlorphenesin, Benzoic Acid, Sorbic Acid, Parfum, Limonene, Linalool, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Citral
Water
Skin ConditioningPolyquaternium-4
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Pvp
Emulsion StabilisingGlycerin
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Citric Acid
Buffering
Parfum
Masking
Tetrasodium EDTA
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
PEG-12 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Sodium PCA
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Pea Protein
EmollientHydrolyzed Vegetable Protein
Skin ConditioningAchillea Millefolium Extract
CleansingCalendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Masking
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Extract
Skin ConditioningHumulus Lupulus Extract
AntimicrobialMelissa Officinalis Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningPrunus Serotina Bark Extract
MaskingRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialSalvia Officinalis Leaf Extract
CleansingUrtica Dioica Extract
AstringentLactobacillus/Tomato Fruit Ferment Extract
Skin ConditioningKeratin Amino Acids
Skin ConditioningOryza Sativa Extract
Absorbent
Linalool
Perfuming
Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol
UV AbsorberLeuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Acyl Coenzyme A Desaturase
Skin ConditioningTris(Tetramethylhydroxypiperidinol)Citrate
StabilisingCI 16035
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Polyquaternium-4, Propylene Glycol, Pvp, Glycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Polysorbate 20, Citric Acid, Parfum, Tetrasodium EDTA, Panthenol, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Sodium PCA, Hydrolyzed Pea Protein, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, Achillea Millefolium Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Extract, Humulus Lupulus Extract, Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract, Prunus Serotina Bark Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract, Urtica Dioica Extract, Lactobacillus/Tomato Fruit Ferment Extract, Keratin Amino Acids, Oryza Sativa Extract, Linalool, Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Acyl Coenzyme A Desaturase, Tris(Tetramethylhydroxypiperidinol)Citrate, CI 16035
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Achillea Millefolium Extract comes from the yarrow plant. Yarrow is rich in antioxidants and fatty acids.
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract comes from the Chamomile flower.
Chamomile is rich in antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties. Several compounds found in chamomile help with soothing, such as bisbolol.
Antioxidant components in chamomile make it an effective ingredient to help slow the signs of aging. Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules, or molecules that may damage your skin.
Essential oils from chamomile have been found to improve wound healing due to its antimicrobial properties.
Ancient Greeks and Egyptians used Chamomile to treat skin redness and dryness. Chamomile has also been used to help treat stomach issues.
Learn more about Chamomilla Recutita Flower ExtractCitric 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 AcidLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolLemon balm is a mint-family herb with skin conditioning properties. It contains components such as rosmarinic acid, caffeic acid, geraniol, citronellal, and ursolic acid.
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 ParfumPEG-12 Dimethicone is a type of water-soluble silicone. It has skin conditioning and hydrating properties.
According to a manufacturer, this ingredient's stability is decreased by strong acid or alkali.
Phenoxyethanol 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.
Pvp is a water-soluble synthetic polymer and common hairstyling ingredient. It is a film-forming ingredient and used to "hold" specific shapes of hair.
Pvp is less effective in high-humidity. It tends to draw moisture, but this moisture dismantles the structure and "hold".
Sage leaf extract is a culinary and medicinal herb with antibacterial, antioxidant, and soothing properties.
This ingredient is made up of 75-90% ursolic acid, a potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compound.
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!
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