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Ingredients Side-by-side
Coconut Alkanes
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Isododecane
EmollientMethylheptyl Isostearate
Skin ConditioningC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialOlea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil
Masking
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
Masking
Jasminum Officinale Oil
Masking
Limonene
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Parfum
Masking
Coconut Alkanes, Dimethicone, Isododecane, Methylheptyl Isostearate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Jasminum Officinale Oil, Limonene, Geraniol, Linalool, Citronellol, Parfum
Dimethicone
Emollient
Disiloxane
Skin Conditioning
Mel
EmollientIsostearoyl Hydrolyzed Collagen
Cleansing
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Propolis Cera
AntiseborrhoeicHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
Oenothera Biennis Oil
Emollient
Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
Emollient
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCalendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Masking
Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract
Antimicrobial
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialRaphanus Sativus Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Octyldodecanol
Emollient
Octyldodecyl Oleate
Emollient
Glucomannan
Skin ConditioningTrihydroxystearin
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Triethyl Citrate
Masking
Isostearic Acid
Cleansing
Copaifera Officinalis Resin
MaskingBenzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol
UV AbsorberBeta-Caryophyllene
Masking
Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil
Coumarin
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Linalyl Acetate
Masking
Pinene
Masking
Dimethicone, Disiloxane, Mel, Isostearoyl Hydrolyzed Collagen, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopherol, Propolis Cera, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract, Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Raphanus Sativus Seed Extract, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Octyldodecanol, Octyldodecyl Oleate, Glucomannan, Trihydroxystearin, Parfum, Triethyl Citrate, Isostearic Acid, Copaifera Officinalis Resin, Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol, Beta-Caryophyllene, Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil, Coumarin, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Linalool, Linalyl Acetate, Pinene
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil comes from the seeds of the safflower plant. It is a skin conditioning agent that helps soften skin and keep it hydrated.
This seed oil has an unusual fatty acid profile: it is one of the highest linoleic acid plant oils out there (~55-77%). It also has low amounts of oleic acid, and this high-linoleic/low-oleic ratio gets people excited.
Linoleic acid helps maintain skin barrier integrity and is a building block for the ceramides in your stratum corneum. Notably, people with acne tend to have lower linoleic acid in their skin lipids as well (and this gets worse as acne gets more severe).
Overall, it's a lightweight, fast-absorbing oil that has a long safety track record. Lab testing has found it to be non-irritating for skin or eyes.
The Malassezia yeast can metabolize the fatty acids in this oil to grow; therefore this ingredient may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Carthamus Tinctorius Seed OilDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz. It is also known as polydimethylsiloxane.
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 DimethiconeHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil is a plant oil derived from the seeds of a sunflower.
It is rich in fatty acids, primarily linoleic acid and oleic acid. This gives it emollient and skin conditioning properties.
The reason this ingredient is so effective is because it forms a thin film on the skin that reduces transepidermal water loss (TEWL) while supplying linoleic acid to the stratum corneum to improve barrier strength.
The high linoleic acid content is particularly noteworthy for acne-prone skin.
Research suggests that acne-prone skin tends to be deficient in linoleic acid in sebum. Topical application may help replenish this to support a healthier follicular environment and less comedone-promoting sebum.
One randomized study found sunflower seed oil preserved skin barrier integrity in adult volunteers with and without atopic dermatitis (outperforming olive oil).
This ingredient is well-studied, gentle, and an effective emollient suitable for most skin types.
On fungal acne: This ingredient may not be Fungal acne (Malassezia folliculitis) safe. This is because it contains fatty acids with carbon chain lengths in the C11-C24 range.
Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed OilLimonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about LimoneneLinalool 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 LinaloolParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about Parfum
