What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine
EmulsifyingDicaprylyl Ether
Emollient
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Amodimethicone
Vp/Dmapa Acrylates Copolymer
Parfum
Masking
Polyacrylate-1 Crosspolymer
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Trideceth-12
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Linalool
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Benzalkonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Hydrolyzed Rhodophyceae Extract
Water, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Dicaprylyl Ether, Lactic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Amodimethicone, Vp/Dmapa Acrylates Copolymer, Parfum, Polyacrylate-1 Crosspolymer, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Trideceth-12, Ethylhexylglycerin, Cetrimonium Chloride, Linalool, Limonene, Benzyl Salicylate, Hexyl Cinnamal, Benzalkonium Chloride, Hydrolyzed Rhodophyceae Extract
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
C15-19 Alkane
SolventStearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine
EmulsifyingIsododecane
EmollientParfum
Masking
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Behentrimonium Methosulfate
C11-13 Isoparaffin
Solvent
Steareth-2
EmulsifyingSteareth-21
CleansingGlycerin
Humectant
Cetyl Esters
Emollient
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Isohexadecane
EmollientHydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingDimethicone
Emollient
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Benzophenone-4
UV Absorber
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Disodium EDTA
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Cinnamidopropyltrimonium Chloride
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Protein
Skin ConditioningTrisiloxane
Skin Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Jojoba Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Rice Protein
Skin ConditioningStyrax Benzoin Resin Extract
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Vegetable Protein
Skin ConditioningPhospholipids
Skin Conditioning
Kaempferia Galanga Root Extract
Skin ConditioningLeontopodium Alpinum Extract
Skin ConditioningDisodium Phosphate
BufferingPolysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Potassium Benzoate
Preservative
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Sodium Phosphate
BufferingCitrulline
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Litchi Chinensis Pericarp Extract
Skin ConditioningMoringa Oleifera Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningRetinyl Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Tetrasodium EDTA
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, C15-19 Alkane, Stearyl Alcohol, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Isododecane, Parfum, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, C11-13 Isoparaffin, Steareth-2, Steareth-21, Glycerin, Cetyl Esters, Cetrimonium Chloride, Chlorphenesin, Dimethiconol, Isohexadecane, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Dimethicone, Sorbic Acid, Benzophenone-4, Panthenol, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Disodium EDTA, Butylene Glycol, Cinnamidopropyltrimonium Chloride, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Protein, Trisiloxane, Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Protein, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Styrax Benzoin Resin Extract, Citric Acid, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, Phospholipids, Kaempferia Galanga Root Extract, Leontopodium Alpinum Extract, Disodium Phosphate, Polysorbate 60, Potassium Sorbate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Sodium Benzoate, Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract, Tocopherol, Potassium Benzoate, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Sodium Phosphate, Citrulline, Tocopheryl Acetate, Litchi Chinensis Pericarp Extract, Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Retinyl Palmitate, Tetrasodium EDTA, Benzyl Alcohol, Limonene, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool
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 a preservative, antimicrobial, and emulsifier. It is often used in cosmetics for its ability to cleanse, condition, and reduce static.
Cetrimonium chloride is a quaternary ammonium salt, meaning it has a water-soluble structure.
Cetyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product.
Its main roles are:
Though it has "alcohol" in the name, it is not related to denatured alcohol or ethyl alcohol.
The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
Learn more about Cetyl AlcoholEthylhexylglycerin (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.
Hexyl Cinnamal is a fragrance ingredient with a similar scent to jasmine. It can be naturally found in chamomile essential oil.
This ingredient is a known EU allergen and may sensitize the skin. The EU requires this ingredient to be listed separately on an ingredients list.
Hexyl Cinnamal is not water soluble but is soluble in oils.
Learn more about Hexyl CinnamalLimonene 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 ParfumPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
We don't have a description for Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine yet.
Stearyl Alcohol is a type of fatty alcohol from stearic acid. It is a white, waxy compound used to emulsify ingredients.
Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
They are usually derived from natural fats and oils and therefore do not have the same drying or irritating effect as solvent alcohols. FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
Learn more about Stearyl AlcoholWater. 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
