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Ingredients Side-by-side
Petrolatum
EmollientHydroxystearic/Linolenic/Oleic Polyglycerides
EmollientHelianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin ConditioningSucrose Acetate Isobutyrate
C18-38 Alkyl Hydroxystearoyl Stearate
EmollientDimethicone
EmollientEthylhexyl Palmitate
EmollientButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin ConditioningC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialCapryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer
Skin ConditioningDiheptyl Succinate
EmollientTribehenin
EmollientSqualane
EmollientSorbitan Isostearate
EmulsifyingCeramide NP
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
EmollientPersea Gratissima Oil
Skin ConditioningSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
EmollientTetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
AntioxidantTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantPalmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
EmollientChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
MaskingLactic Acid
BufferingPetrolatum, Hydroxystearic/Linolenic/Oleic Polyglycerides, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate, C18-38 Alkyl Hydroxystearoyl Stearate, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Diheptyl Succinate, Tribehenin, Squalane, Sorbitan Isostearate, Ceramide NP, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Persea Gratissima Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Lactic Acid
Petrolatum
EmollientLanolin
EmollientTheobroma Cacao Seed Butter
EmollientCera Alba
EmollientOzokerite
Emulsion StabilisingPolyglyceryl-3 Beeswax
EmulsifyingButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin ConditioningMel
EmollientIsohexadecane
EmollientHydrogenated Vegetable Oil
EmollientPrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin ConditioningC18-38 Alkyl Hydroxystearoyl Stearate
EmollientPersea Gratissima Oil
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
MaskingTripeptide-1
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantEthylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Cera Microcristallina
Emulsion StabilisingButylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
Potassium Carbonate
BufferingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPetrolatum, Lanolin, Theobroma Cacao Seed Butter, Cera Alba, Ozokerite, Polyglyceryl-3 Beeswax, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Mel, Isohexadecane, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, C18-38 Alkyl Hydroxystearoyl Stearate, Persea Gratissima Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Tripeptide-1, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Cera Microcristallina, Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Potassium Carbonate, Xanthan Gum
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This ingredient is also known as shea butter. It is an effective skin hydrator and emollient.
Emollients help soothe and soften your skin. It does this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.
Shea butter is rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals, or molecules that may harm the body. It is also full of fatty acids including stearic acid and linoleic acid. These acids help replenish the skin and keep skin moisturized.
While Shea Butter has an SPF rating of about 3-4, it is not a sunscreen replacement.
Shea butter may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Butyrospermum Parkii ButterThis ingredient is a fatty-acid ester commonly used in makeup. It is use an emollient and emulsifier, and insoluble in water.
According to a manufacturer, it is a waxy solid and prevents other waxes from crystallizing.
It is created from stearic acid.
Learn more about C18-38 Alkyl Hydroxystearoyl StearateChamomilla 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 ExtractPersea Gratissima Oil is also known as avocado oil.
Avocado Oil has antioxidant properties. It is mostly made up of the glycerides of fatty acids. About 67% of these fatty acids is made up of oleic acid. Palmitic acid and linoleic acid are also present.
These fatty acids help hydrate and soften the skin. It may increase collagen content in the skin. Collagen helps keep your skin plump and firm. This ingredient helps reduce inflammation and has not shown to clog pores.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe due to its high fatty acid content.
Avocados also have B vitamins, vitamin K, vitamin C, vitamin E, and potassium.
Learn more about Persea Gratissima OilPetrolatum is more commonly known as petroleum jelly. It is created by mixing waxes and mineral oils.
This ingredient is effective at reducing water loss by 99%. This is because it is an occlusive. Occlusives create a hydrophobic barrier on the skin to prevent evaporation. This property makes it great for hydrating dry skin.
Pro tip: Use occlusives, such as this ingredient, on damp skin for the best results.
The quality or origin of petrolatum is only known when disclosed by the brand. Most cosmetic petrolatum has gone through several purification stages.
Another benefit of occlusives is it protects your skin against infection or allergies.
Petrolatum may not be safe for fungal-acne. Studies show mineral oil / petroleum leads to the growth of M. Furfur, a type of yeast.
Learn more about PetrolatumTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl Acetate