What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate
Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate
CleansingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingHydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Amorphophallus Konjac Root Powder
Abrasive
Glucomannan
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Lauryl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingPolyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Camellia Japonica Flower Extract
EmollientOlea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Disodium 2-Sulfolaurate
CleansingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Propanediol
Solvent
Sodium Phytate
Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-10 Isostearate
Skin Conditioning
Dextrin
AbsorbentHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Pinus Sylvestris Leaf Oil
Masking
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingCananga Odorata Flower Oil
Masking
Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate
Skin Conditioning
Linalool
Perfuming
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Sodium Citrate
BufferingCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Masking
Vincetoxicum Atratum Extract
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAlthaea Rosea Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Methylpropanediol
SolventInositol
Humectant
Soluble Collagen
Humectant
Arginine
Masking
Quercetin
Antioxidant
Water, Glycerin, Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Xanthan Gum, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Chloride, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Amorphophallus Konjac Root Powder, Glucomannan, Citric Acid, Lauryl Hydroxysultaine, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Camellia Japonica Flower Extract, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Disodium 2-Sulfolaurate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Propanediol, Sodium Phytate, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Polyglyceryl-10 Isostearate, Dextrin, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Pinus Sylvestris Leaf Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Hexylene Glycol, Cananga Odorata Flower Oil, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Linalool, Butylene Glycol, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Sodium Citrate, Ceramide NP, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Vincetoxicum Atratum Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Althaea Rosea Flower Extract, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Methylpropanediol, Inositol, Soluble Collagen, Arginine, Quercetin
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Betaine
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
Emulsifying
Cetearyl Olivate
Glyceryl Stearate Citrate
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Macadamia Seed Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters Behenate
Emollient
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract
Skin ConditioningSaccharomyces/Potato Extract Ferment Filtrate
HumectantSaccharomyces/Barley Seed Ferment Filtrate
HumectantTromethamine
BufferingNiacinamide
Smoothing
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Masking
Nepeta Cataria Extract
TonicRubus Idaeus Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningBaptisia Tinctoria Root Extract
Skin ConditioningStellaria Media Extract
Skin ConditioningAlchemilla Vulgaris Leaf Extract
Antioxidant
Althaea Officinalis Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Rosa Damascena Flower Extract
Masking
Spiraea Ulmaria Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningViola Tricolor Extract
EmollientAscorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Cyanocobalamin
Skin ConditioningCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingMaltodextrin
Absorbent
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Sodium Citrate
BufferingElaeis Guineensis Oil
Emollient
Citric Acid
Buffering
Trisodium EDTA
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCitrus Aurantifolia Oil
Cleansing
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Masking
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Masking
Limonene
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Water, Glycerin, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Glyceryl Stearate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Cetyl Alcohol, Betaine, Panthenol, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Cetearyl Olivate, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Stearic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Macadamia Seed Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters Behenate, Sorbitan Olivate, Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Saccharomyces/Potato Extract Ferment Filtrate, Saccharomyces/Barley Seed Ferment Filtrate, Tromethamine, Niacinamide, Tocopherol, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Nepeta Cataria Extract, Rubus Idaeus Leaf Extract, Baptisia Tinctoria Root Extract, Stellaria Media Extract, Alchemilla Vulgaris Leaf Extract, Althaea Officinalis Root Extract, Rosa Damascena Flower Extract, Spiraea Ulmaria Flower Extract, Viola Tricolor Extract, Ascorbic Acid, Cyanocobalamin, Carbomer, Maltodextrin, Glycine Soja Oil, Sodium Citrate, Elaeis Guineensis Oil, Citric Acid, Trisodium EDTA, Xanthan Gum, Citrus Aurantifolia Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Limonene, Citronellol, Geraniol, Citral, Linalool
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.
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 preservatives
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 GlycolCitric Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) naturally found in citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and limes.
Like other AHAs, citric acid can exfoliate skin by breaking down the bonds that hold dead skin cells together. This helps reveal smoother and brighter skin underneath.
However, this exfoliating effect only happens at high concentrations (20%) which can be hard to find in cosmetic products.
Due to this, citric acid is usually included in small amounts as a pH adjuster. This helps keep products slightly more acidic and compatible with skin's natural pH.
In skincare formulas, citric acid can:
While it can provide some skin benefits, research shows lactic acid and glycolic acid are generally more effective and less irritating exfoliants.
Most citric acid used in skincare today is made by fermenting sugars (usually from molasses). This synthetic version is identical to the natural citrus form but easier to stabilize and use in formulations.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidGlycerin 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 GlycerinLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolPelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil is the pressed oil of the Rose Geranium plant. It is volatile, meaning it evaporates off the skin.
Fragrant components of Rose Geranium include citronellol and geraniol. These may cause allergies and skin-sensitivity. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
The scent of Rose Geranium closely resembles traditional roses.
Learn more about Pelargonium Graveolens Flower OilRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil is oil expressed from the leaves of the rosemary plant.
Rosemary Leaf Oil is a fragrance and helps give your product a scent. If you are sensitive to irritating fragrances, this one contains camphor. Camphor has been found to irritate skin.
This oil also contains antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. As an antioxidant, it may protect you skin against damage. This can help slow down the signs of aging.
Learn more about Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf OilSodium Citrate is the sodium salts of citric acid. In skincare, it is used to alter pH levels and acts as a preservative.
Its main functions are to maintain the pH of a product and neutralize metal ions.
The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome; normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5).
Being slightly acidic allows our skin to create an "acid mantle". This acid mantle is a thin barrier that protects our skin from bacteria and contaminants.
Learn more about Sodium CitrateWater. 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 WaterXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan Gum
