What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Polybutene
Diisopropyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Tridecyl Trimellitate
EmollientPolyethylene
Abrasive
Calcium Sodium Borosilicate
Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Phospholipids
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate
Skin Conditioning
Atelocollagen
Skin Conditioning
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Aluminum Calcium Sodium Silicate
Silica
Abrasive
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Parfum
Masking
BHT
Antioxidant
Polybutene, Diisopropyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Polyethylene, Calcium Sodium Borosilicate, Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil, Persea Gratissima Oil, Phospholipids, Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate, Atelocollagen, Hyaluronic Acid, Tocopherol, Beeswax, Aluminum Calcium Sodium Silicate, Silica, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Benzoic Acid, Parfum, BHT
Trioctyldodecyl Citrate
EmollientOzokerite
Emulsion StabilisingPolybutene
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientPentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
Emollient
C10-30 Cholesterol/Lanosterol Esters
Emulsifying
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Cera Microcristallina
Emulsion StabilisingCaprylic/Capric/Stearic Triglyceride
Skin ConditioningBeeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Silica
Abrasive
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Serica
HumectantPentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
Emollient
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantIron Oxides
CI 17200
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77163
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 75470
Cosmetic ColorantTrioctyldodecyl Citrate, Ozokerite, Polybutene, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, C10-30 Cholesterol/Lanosterol Esters, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Cera Microcristallina, Caprylic/Capric/Stearic Triglyceride, Beeswax, Silica, Synthetic Wax, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Serica, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Caprylyl Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Mica, CI 77891, Iron Oxides, CI 17200, CI 19140, CI 15985, CI 42090, CI 15850, CI 45410, CI 77163, CI 75470
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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.
Beeswax is natural wax produced by honey bees to build their honeycomb.
Because it forms a protective layer on your skin, it can help lock in moisture and reduce water loss. It is also widely used as a thickener and emulsifier in lip balms and lotions. Research suggests beeswax containing moisturizers can support skin barrier integrity.
In comedogenic testing, Beeswax scored a 0-2, which is on the low end. Whether or not a product clogs your pores really comes down to the formula as a whole (not any single ingredient on its own).
Cera Alba is the white, bleached form of this ingredient.
Just so you know, beeswax is not vegan since it is animal-derived. It cannot be removed with water, but can be taken off with an oil cleanser.
People with a known Propolis allergy also report to have reactions from beeswax.
Learn more about BeeswaxEthylhexyl 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 PalmitatePolybutene is used to help control the viscosity of a product. This just means it helps adjusts the texture.
It is a polymer and does not get absorbed into the skin due to its large size.
Studies found this ingredient did not irritate skin in concentrations below 15%.
Learn more about PolybuteneSilica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.
Though it has exfoliant properties, the function of silica varies depending on the product.
The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and adds smoothness, making it a great texture enhancer.
It is also used as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.
In some products, tiny microneedles called spicules are made from silica or hydrolyzed sponge. When you rub them in, they lightly polish away dead skin layers and enhance the penetration of active ingredients.
Learn more about Silica
