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Ingredients Side-by-side
Polybutene
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientDiphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin ConditioningBis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
EmollientOctyldodecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientHydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientDiisopropyl Dimer Dilinoleate
EmollientC10-30 Cholesterol/Lanosterol Esters
EmulsifyingOzokerite
Emulsion StabilisingPolyethylene
AbrasiveSynthetic Wax
AbrasiveSilica Silylate
EmollientMica
Cosmetic ColorantAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
EmollientSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantQuartz
AbrasiveBHT
AntioxidantButylene Glycol
HumectantCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientEthylhexyl Palmitate
EmollientHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingPentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
EmollientSilica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientParfum
MaskingPhenoxyethanol
PreservativePolybutene, 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
Triisostearin
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientPolyglyceryl-10 Pentaisostearate
EmollientDextrin Palmitate
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDiethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate
Skin ProtectingParfum
MaskingSqualane
EmollientSimethicone
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin ConditioningWater
Skin ConditioningRicinus Communis Seed Oil
MaskingButylene Glycol
HumectantGlycerin
HumectantTocopherol
AntioxidantSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantMaltodextrin
AbsorbentHydrogenated Castor Oil
EmollientLycium Chinense Fruit Extract
Antioxidant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCalcium Pantothenate
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingUrea
BufferingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientMagnesium Lactate
BufferingPapain
Skin ConditioningSoluble Collagen
HumectantPotassium Lactate
BufferingProline
Skin ConditioningAlanine
MaskingSerine
MaskingMagnesium Chloride
Sodium Citrate
BufferingCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantTriisostearin, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Polyglyceryl-10 Pentaisostearate, Dextrin Palmitate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Parfum, Squalane, Simethicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Water, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Tocopherol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Maltodextrin, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Calcium Pantothenate, Xanthan Gum, Urea, Caprylyl Glycol, Magnesium Lactate, Papain, Soluble Collagen, Potassium Lactate, Proline, Alanine, Serine, Magnesium Chloride, Sodium Citrate, CI 77891, CI 42090
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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.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolCaprylyl 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 ParfumSodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium Hyaluronate