What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate
CleansingLauryl Glucoside
CleansingDisodium Cocoamphodipropionate
CleansingSodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingSodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
CleansingAcrylates Copolymer
Parfum
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Citric Acid
Buffering
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningGlycol Distearate
Emollient
Cocamide Mipa
EmulsifyingTrisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Laureth-4
Emulsifying
Cannabidiol - Derived From Extract Or Tincture Or Resin Of Cannabis
Antioxidant
Menthol
Masking
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Oryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin Conditioning
Polyquaternium-6
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Polyquaternium-53
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Menthyl Lactate
MaskingHelianthus Annuus Extract
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Pea Protein
EmollientEthylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialTocopherol
Antioxidant
Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Formic Acid
Preservative
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
Perfuming
Mentha Piperita Oil
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Limonene
Perfuming
CI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate, Lauryl Glucoside, Disodium Cocoamphodipropionate, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Acrylates Copolymer, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Citric Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycol Distearate, Cocamide Mipa, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Laureth-4, Cannabidiol - Derived From Extract Or Tincture Or Resin Of Cannabis, Menthol, Sodium Benzoate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Polyquaternium-6, Panthenol, Polyquaternium-53, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Caprylyl Glycol, Menthyl Lactate, Helianthus Annuus Extract, Hydrolyzed Pea Protein, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Tocopherol, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Formic Acid, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Mentha Piperita Oil, Potassium Sorbate, Limonene, CI 15985, CI 42090
Water
Skin ConditioningCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate
CleansingGlycerin
Humectant
Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
Cleansing
Lauramidopropyl Betaine
CleansingMangifera Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPrunus Cerasus Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Papain
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil
Emollient
Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
CleansingCitric Acid
Buffering
Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract
Astringent
Mangifera Indica Juice
Skin ConditioningTrisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Sodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate
UV AbsorberGuar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Litchi Chinensis Pericarp Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Benzoate
Masking
Punica Granatum Bark Extract
MaskingSodium Cocoyl Glutamate
CleansingTetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Averrhoa Carambola Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientPolyglyceryl-6 Oleate
Emulsifying
Sodium Surfactin
CleansingAscorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingParfum
Masking
Dehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Beta-Carotene
Skin ConditioningCI 40800
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate, Glycerin, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Lauramidopropyl Betaine, Mangifera Indica Fruit Extract, Prunus Cerasus Fruit Extract, Papain, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract, Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Citric Acid, Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract, Mangifera Indica Juice, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Sodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Panthenol, Litchi Chinensis Pericarp Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Punica Granatum Bark Extract, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Averrhoa Carambola Fruit Extract, Glyceryl Caprylate, Polyglyceryl-6 Oleate, Sodium Surfactin, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Hydroxide, Parfum, Dehydroacetic Acid, Benzyl Alcohol, Beta-Carotene, CI 40800
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Citric 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 AcidCocamidopropyl Betaine is a fatty acid created by mixing similar compounds in coconut oil and dimethylaminopropylamine, a compound with two amino groups.
This ingredient is a surfactant and cleanser. It helps gather the dirt, pollutants, and other impurities in your skin to be washed away. It also helps thicken a product and make the texture more creamy.
Being created from coconut oil means Cocamidopropyl Betaine is hydrating for the skin.
While Cocamidopropyl Betaine was believed to be an allergen, a study from 2012 disproved this. It found two compounds in unpure Cocamidopropyl Betaine to be the irritants: aminoamide and 3-dimethylaminopropylamine. High-grade and pure Cocamidopropyl Betaine did not induce allergic reactions during this study.
Learn more about Cocamidopropyl BetainePanthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolParfum 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 ParfumPotassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateSodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateSodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate is a cleansing ingredient. It is a surfactant, meaning it helps gather dirt, oil, and other pollutants. This helps them be rinsed away easily.
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate is used to help stabilize a product.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it helps prevent metal ions from binding to other ingredients. This prevents unwanted reactions in products. Metal ions can come into a product via the water ingredient. They are found in trace amounts and are not known to be harmful.
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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