What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
MaskingTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantIsocetyl Alcohol
EmollientCyclopentasiloxane
EmollientCyclohexasiloxane
EmollientPanthenol
Skin ConditioningPropylparaben
PreservativePrunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
MaskingTriticum Vulgare Germ Oil
EmollientWater
Skin ConditioningCocos Nucifera Oil
MaskingParaffinum Liquidum
EmollientAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
EmollientCitric Acid
BufferingIngredients 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 safflower, one of humanity's oldest crops.
Safflower seed oil contains a high percentage of linoleic acid and oleic acid. It also contains Vitamin E. These three components are effective moisturizers.
Vitamin E helps nourish your skin's lipid barrier. It is also a potent antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules, or unstable molecules that may damage your skin cells.
Due to its high fatty acid content, this ingredient may not be malassezia folliculitis safe.
Thoughout history, safflower has been used for dying fabrics and in food as a saffron substitute.
Learn more about Carthamus Tinctorius Seed OilTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl Acetate