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What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventButylene Glycol
HumectantEthylhexyl Triazone
UV AbsorberTerephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid
UV AbsorberDibutyl Adipate
EmollientDiisopropyl Adipate
EmollientHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialNiacinamide
SmoothingTromethamine
BufferingC11-13 Isoparaffin
SolventDiethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV FilterMethyl Trimethicone
Skin ConditioningPolymethylsilsesquioxane
Polysilicone-15
UV FilterSilica
AbrasivePentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningHydroxyethyl Urea
HumectantCetearyl Olivate
C13-16 Isoalkane
SolventBis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin ConditioningPoly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate
Emulsion StabilisingSorbitan Olivate
EmulsifyingBehenyl Alcohol
EmollientHydroxyacetophenone
AntioxidantDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningSodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingDimethiconol
EmollientArginine
MaskingDehydroxanthan Gum
Emulsion StabilisingGlyceryl Stearate
EmollientSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantSodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingMethylpropanediol
SolventPolyether-1
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingAdenosine
Skin ConditioningCyanocobalamin
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingDimethyl Isosorbide
SolventOctadecane
EmollientLactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer
Skin ConditioningCamellia Japonica Flower Extract
EmollientHydroxypinacolone Retinoate
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
HumectantHydrolyzed Collagen
EmollientInositol
HumectantCollagen
MoisturisingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningQuercetin
Antioxidant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingWater, Propanediol, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid, Dibutyl Adipate, Diisopropyl Adipate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Niacinamide, Tromethamine, C11-13 Isoparaffin, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Methyl Trimethicone, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Polysilicone-15, Silica, Pentylene Glycol, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Cetearyl Olivate, C13-16 Isoalkane, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Poly C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate, Sorbitan Olivate, Behenyl Alcohol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Dimethiconol, Arginine, Dehydroxanthan Gum, Glyceryl Stearate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Methylpropanediol, Polyether-1, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Adenosine, Cyanocobalamin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Octadecane, Lactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer, Camellia Japonica Flower Extract, Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Glycerin, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Inositol, Collagen, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Quercetin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Carbomer, Xanthan Gum
Water
Skin ConditioningAlcohol Denat.
AntimicrobialDiisopropyl Sebacate
EmollientSilica
AbrasiveIsopropyl Myristate
EmollientEthylhexyl Salicylate
UV AbsorberEthylhexyl Triazone
UV AbsorberBis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin ConditioningButyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV AbsorberGlycerin
HumectantPropanediol
SolventC12-22 Alkyl Acrylate/Hydroxyethylacrylate Copolymer
StabilisingDrometrizole Trisiloxane
UV AbsorberPerlite
AbsorbentCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingTocopherol
AntioxidantHydroxyacetophenone
AntioxidantHydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantTriethanolamine
BufferingTrisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Silica Silylate
EmollientLimonene
PerfumingLinalool
PerfumingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientAlpha-Isomethyl Ionone
PerfumingTerephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid
UV AbsorberAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingHexyl Cinnamal
PerfumingParfum
MaskingWater, Alcohol Denat., Diisopropyl Sebacate, Silica, Isopropyl Myristate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Glycerin, Propanediol, C12-22 Alkyl Acrylate/Hydroxyethylacrylate Copolymer, Drometrizole Trisiloxane, Perlite, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Tocopherol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Sodium Hyaluronate, Triethanolamine, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Silica Silylate, Limonene, Linalool, Caprylyl Glycol, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Hexyl Cinnamal, Parfum
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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.
You might know this ingredient as Tinosorb S or Bemotrizinol. It is a UV filter that covers both UVA and UVB rays.
This ingredient has two peak UV absorption peaks ( 310 and 340 nm) and is able to absorb both UV-A and UV-B rays. This ingredient works by preventing UV rays from reaching and damaging your skin.
On top of that - it is highly photostable and helps prevent the photodegration of other sunscreen ingredients such as avobenzone.
Tinosorb S is allowed in the EU, Australia, and Asia. It is close to being approved by the FDA and we'll hopefully get this ingredient in the U.S. by late 2025.
Fun fact: Tinosorb S is the most effective UV absorber at maximum concentration (measured by SPF) permitted in the EU.
This ingredient is oil-soluble, so your oil-cleansers will take this right off at night.
Learn more about Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl TriazineThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCaprylyl 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 GlycolEthylhexyl Triazone is a modern chemical sunscreen that protects from UV-B radiation.
It is the most effective of existing UV-B filters, as it provides the highest level of photo-stable absorption. It protects from the entire UV-B range (280 to 320nm), with it's highest level of protection at 314nm.
Ethylhexyl Triazone is oil soluble, oderless and colorless, which mean it is able to be incorporated into a variety of different formulations.
It is not currently available within the United States due to slow changing FDA regulations. Outside of the US, it is used in formulations at concentrations up to 5%.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl TriazoneGlycerin 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 GlycerinHydroxyacetophenone is antioxidant with skin conditioning and soothing properties. It also boosts the efficiency of preservatives.
This ingredient is not irritating or sensitizing.
Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Β
Itβs often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolSilica, 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 SilicaSodium 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 HyaluronateEcamsule is a UV-A absorber (290β400 nm) patented by L'Oreal. It is derived from benzylidene camphor, making it highly photostable.
Ecamsule is able to prevent UV from reaching the skin. It absorbs UV and releases it as thermal energy.
It does this by:
The pH of ecamsule needs to be neutralized due to it being an acid. Triethanolamine is a pH adjusting ingredient often used with ecamsule.
This sunscreen ingredient is approved for use in the EU, Canada, and Asia. In the US, you will only find this ingredient in select L'Oreal products.
Learn more about Terephthalylidene Dicamphor Sulfonic AcidWater. 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