What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate
EmollientTriethylhexanoin
MaskingHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientStearic Acid
Cleansing
Isotridecyl Isononanoate
EmollientDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientSynthetic Wax
Abrasive
Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
Skin ConditioningSilica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientPolyethylene
Abrasive
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Emulsifying
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
Antioxidant
Honey
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Petrolatum
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningCitrus Unshiu Peel Extract
Masking
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantBarium Sulfate
Cosmetic Colorant
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientDimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Triethylhexanoin, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Stearic Acid, Isotridecyl Isononanoate, Diisostearyl Malate, Synthetic Wax, Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Polyethylene, Tocopherol, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Ceramide NP, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Honey, Sodium Hyaluronate, Petrolatum, Butylene Glycol, Water, Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract, Titanium Dioxide, CI 19140, CI 15850, Barium Sulfate, Aluminum Hydroxide
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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.
This ingredient is also known as shea butter. It is a plant-derived extract from the nuts of the Africa shea tree and one of the most well-studied emollients.
Because it has a high concentration of fatty acids (primarily oleic, stearic, and linoleic) it is able to form a protective barrier on the skin's surface. This helps seal in moisture and prevents transepidermal water loss (TEWL).
In vitro research found an increase in skin hydration by 58% and a decrease in TEWL by 37.8% after 24 hours of applying this ingredient (pretty impressive for a single ingredient!).
Besides hydration, shea butter also contains triterpenes that have anti-inflammatory potential. In particule, lupeol cinnamate has shown the highest anti-inflammatory activity in vivo.
Shea butter also contains vitamins A and E which may contribute to antioxidant activity.
While Shea Butter has an SPF rating of about 3-4, it is not a sunscreen replacement.
This ingredient may not be fungal acne safe because its fatty acids fall within the C11-C24 range that the Malassezia yeast can metabolize.
Learn more about Butyrospermum Parkii ButterPetrolatum 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.
However, it’s worth noting that petrolatum has a comedogenic rating of 0. In updated rabbit ear testing (and in human testing), petrolatum was found to be not comedogenic. This means it didn’t promote comedone formation in standard models.
Fungal acne isn’t about comedogenic ratings. It’s more about whether certain ingredients can feed the yeast on your skin, which can trigger those breakouts.
Learn more about PetrolatumSodium Hyaluronate is the salt form of hyaluronic acid. It is a long sugar chain that is naturally found in your skin, joints, and connective tissue that maintains hydration and elasticity.
In skincare, it works as a humectant. It pulls water from the environment and deeper layers of skin and binds it to the surface.
Interestingly, the size of the molecule affects its behavior:
Some clinical evidence links low molecular weight versions to improved wrinkle depth, elasticity, anti-inflammatory effects, and barrier repair.
Many serums use a blend of both weights so you can get surface hydration plus longer-lasting and deeper effects.
You'll typically see concentrations between 0.1-2% for this ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium Hyaluronate
