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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 ConditioningCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Behentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Glycerin
Humectant
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Dioleoylethyl Hydroxyethylmonium Methosulfate
Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Glycereth-2 Cocoate
Emulsifying
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
C12-13 Pareth-3
EmulsifyingC12-13 Pareth-23
CleansingLinalool
Perfuming
Chondrus Crispus Extract
Skin Conditioning
Limonene
Perfuming
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Water, Cetyl Alcohol, Behentrimonium Chloride, Glycerin, Stearyl Alcohol, Propylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Dioleoylethyl Hydroxyethylmonium Methosulfate, Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate, Parfum, Glycereth-2 Cocoate, Persea Gratissima Oil, Isopropyl Alcohol, Sodium Benzoate, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Citric Acid, Sodium Chloride, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Isopropyl Myristate, C12-13 Pareth-3, C12-13 Pareth-23, Linalool, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Limonene, Benzyl Salicylate, Hexyl Cinnamal, Salicylic Acid
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Benzyl Salicylate is a solvent and fragrance additive. It is an ester of benzyl alcohol and salicylic acid. This ingredient can be naturally found in some plants and plant extracts.
In fragrances, Benzyl Salicylate may be a solvent or a fragrance component. In synthetic musk scents, it is used as a solvent. For floral fragrances such as lilac and jasmine, it is used as a fragrance component. The natural scent of Benzyl Salicylate is described as "lightly-sweet, slightly balsamic".
While Benzyl Salicylate has been associated with contact dermatitis and allergies, emerging studies show it may not be caused by this ingredient alone.
However, this ingredient is often used with fragrances and other components that may cause allergies. It is still listed as a known allergen in the EU. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Another study from 2021 shows Benzyl Salicylate may have anti-inflammatory properties.
Learn more about Benzyl SalicylateCetyl 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 AlcoholHexyl 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 ParfumPeg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is derived from castor oil and polyethylene glycol (PEG). It is used as a emollient and emulsifier.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. It also helps make the other ingredients more soluble; it is often used to solubilize fragrances. This increases spreadability and elongates shelf life in a product.
Emollients help soothe and soften the skin. They do this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.
This ingredient may or may not be vegan, depending on the source.
Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil may not be fungal-acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any questions or concerns.
Learn more about PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor OilStearyl 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!
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