What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Centella Asiatica Leaf Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingCetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientButylene Glycol
HumectantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone
EmollientPropylene Glycol
Humectant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningHexyl Laurate
EmollientCetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
EmulsifyingNiacinamide
SmoothingMagnesium Sulfate
Glycerin
HumectantLavandula Angustifolia Oil
MaskingCitrus Aurantifolia Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningArtemisia Capillaris Extract
Olea Europaea Fruit Extract
BleachingAnemarrhena Asphodeloides Root Extract
Skin ConditioningSorbitan Sesquioleate
EmulsifyingMicrocrystalline Wax
Emulsion StabilisingTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantZinc Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantSilica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientHydroxyacetophenone
AntioxidantAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Adenosine
Skin ConditioningWater
Skin ConditioningStearic Acid
CleansingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientGlutathione
Panthenol
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientHydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
AntioxidantSodium Chloride
MaskingHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingGlycine Soja Sterols
EmollientHydroxydecyl Ubiquinone
AntioxidantPalmitoyl Tripeptide-5
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAcetyl Hexapeptide-8
HumectantAllantoin
Skin ConditioningPalmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
AntioxidantDisodium EDTA
Linalool
PerfumingCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCentella Asiatica Leaf Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Butylene Glycol, CI 77891, Dimethicone, Propylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hexyl Laurate, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Niacinamide, Magnesium Sulfate, Glycerin, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Citrus Aurantifolia Fruit Extract, Artemisia Capillaris Extract, Olea Europaea Fruit Extract, Anemarrhena Asphodeloides Root Extract, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Microcrystalline Wax, Tocopheryl Acetate, Zinc Stearate, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Aluminum Hydroxide, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Adenosine, Water, Stearic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Glutathione, Panthenol, Propanediol, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Sodium Chloride, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Glycine Soja Sterols, Hydroxydecyl Ubiquinone, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Ethylhexylglycerin, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Allantoin, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Tocopherol, Disodium EDTA, Linalool, CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Isononanoate
EmollientButylene Glycol
HumectantDimethicone
EmollientPPG-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate
EmollientCetearyl Alcohol
EmollientPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCetyl Alcohol
EmollientMica
Cosmetic ColorantGlycerin
HumectantSafflower Oil/Palm Oil Aminopropanediol Esters
Skin ConditioningLaminaria Digitata Extract
Skin ProtectingOpuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningArabidopsis Thaliana Extract
AntioxidantLeontopodium Alpinum Meristem Cell Culture
Skin ConditioningMarrubium Vulgare Meristem Cell Culture
Skin ProtectingGalactoarabinan
Schizophyllan
HumectantTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantRetinyl Palmitate
Skin ConditioningAscorbic Acid
AntioxidantSqualane
EmollientCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientPullulan
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingSilica
AbrasivePolyglutamic Acid
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningBeta-Glucan
Skin ConditioningMicrococcus Lysate
Skin ConditioningPolysorbate 60
EmulsifyingSodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
CleansingDisodium EDTA
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingCetearyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingLecithin
EmollientXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingPolymethyl Methacrylate
Maltodextrin
AbsorbentTin Oxide
AbrasiveSodium Hydroxide
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Benzoate
MaskingParfum
MaskingLimonene
PerfumingCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Cetearyl Isononanoate, Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone, PPG-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Pentylene Glycol, Cetyl Alcohol, Mica, Glycerin, Safflower Oil/Palm Oil Aminopropanediol Esters, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract, Arabidopsis Thaliana Extract, Leontopodium Alpinum Meristem Cell Culture, Marrubium Vulgare Meristem Cell Culture, Galactoarabinan, Schizophyllan, Tocopheryl Acetate, Retinyl Palmitate, Ascorbic Acid, Squalane, Caprylyl Glycol, Pullulan, Hexylene Glycol, Silica, Polyglutamic Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol, Beta-Glucan, Micrococcus Lysate, Polysorbate 60, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Disodium EDTA, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Cetearyl Glucoside, Lecithin, Xanthan Gum, Sclerotium Gum, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Maltodextrin, Tin Oxide, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Benzoate, Parfum, Limonene, CI 77891, CI 77491
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservativesÂ
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 GlycolCi 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77491 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77491Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinTocopheryl 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 AcetateWater. 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!
Learn more about Water