What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Isodecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Dicalcium Phosphate
Abrasive
Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate
EmollientIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientPolyethylene
Abrasive
Polybutene
Silica
Abrasive
Zinc Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantDipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate
EmulsifyingDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Methicone
Emollient
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Water
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Rubus Idaeus Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningTrihydroxystearin
Skin Conditioning
Withania Somnifera Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantIsodecyl Neopentanoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dicalcium Phosphate, Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Isononyl Isononanoate, Polyethylene, Polybutene, Silica, Zinc Stearate, Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Methicone, Alcohol, Water, Tocopherol, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Rubus Idaeus Leaf Extract, Trihydroxystearin, Withania Somnifera Root Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, CI 77891, Iron Oxides, CI 77007
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Polyisobutene
Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Skin Conditioning
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientDipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/Hexastearate/Hexarosinate
Skin ConditioningIsodecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientSynthetic Wax
Abrasive
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantMethyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion StabilisingBisabolol
Antioxidant
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientSorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Dimethicone
Emollient
Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
EmollientPolyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Lecithin
Emollient
Isostearic Acid
Cleansing
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emollient
Dehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Titanium Dioxide, Polyisobutene, Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Diisostearyl Malate, Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/Hexastearate/Hexarosinate, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Synthetic Wax, Mica, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Tocopheryl Acetate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Microcrystalline Wax, Bisabolol, Aluminum Hydroxide, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Tocopherol, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, Dimethicone, Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Lecithin, Isostearic Acid, Isopropyl Myristate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Dehydroacetic Acid, CI 77491
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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.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (aka MCT Oil) is a lightweight emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping to prevent moisture loss.
Though it behaves like an oil, it is not technically one due to its chemical composition. One perk of this ingredient is that it is very stable, resistant to oxidation, and unlikely to go rancid.
In practice, that translates to a long shelf life and a consistently elegant skin feel.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this. Just patch test if you have concerns.
Fractionated coconut oil and MCT Oil are both listed as Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride according to INCI. This is because INCI names are based on the ingredient’s final chemical composition and not its marketing name or source.
This ingredient is treated as the gold standard fungal acne safe oil. Even though it is coconut derived, the problematic lauric acid is stripped out.
This leaves just caprylic (C8) and capric (C10) acid. These chain lengths actually trend antifungal; a 2020 study found caprylic acid was enough to disrupt Malassezia furfur cell membrane, with a caprylic acid derivative damaging membrane structures at concentrations as low as 0.2%.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideEthylhexyl Palmitate, also known as octyl palmitate, is created from 2-ethylhexyl alcohol and palmitic acid.
In cosmetics, it plays many roles:
One thing worth noting: a controlled study found this ingredient applied under occlusion to acne-prone subjects increased microcomedones. Just keep in mind this was under occlusive conditions and don't reflect how most products are used day-to-day.
For most people, this is a well-tolerated and lightweight ingredient.
This ingredient may not be fungal acne safe because it is a fatty acid ester.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl PalmitateWe don't have a description for Isodecyl Neopentanoate yet.
Tocopherol is a fat-soluble antioxidant known as Vitamin E.
You'll find this ingredient in the vast majority of skincare (for good reason). It works to neutralize free radicals, or unstable molecules generated by UV exposure, pollution, and other environmental stressors, before they can cause oxidative damage to your skin cells.
Topically applied tocopherol has been shown to protect against UV damage by ramping up the skin's own natural defense enzymes.
It also acts as a skin conditioning agent; some studies show that regular topical use can improve the skin's water-binding capacity over 2-4 weeks.
This ingredient is especially loved for being a team player. When combined with Vitamin C, the photoprotective effect of both ingredients roughly doubles and the combo also helps reduce UV-induced DNA damage.
This ingredient has some brightening potential but it's more of a prevention ingredient than spot-fader. Cell studies show it can slow down melanin production but it's worth noting that it's not the most powerful brightener out there.
In formulations, it also serves as a stabilizer that helps protect other oxidation-prone ingredients from degrading.
Concentrations usually range from 0.1-1% in most leave-on products.
Learn more about Tocopherol
