What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
Antioxidant
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialChrysanthellum Indicum Extract
Skin ConditioningAdansonia Digitata Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningRoyal Jelly Extract
Skin Conditioning
Honey Extract
Humectant
Yeast Extract
Skin Conditioning
Paullinia Cupana Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningOlea Europaea Fruit Extract
BleachingJuniperus Communis Fruit Extract
Perfuming
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Psidium Guajava Leaf Extract
AstringentDisodium EDTA
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingCeramide AP
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Illicium Verum Fruit Extract
Perfuming
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Borago Officinalis Seed Oil
Emollient
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Brassica Campestris Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Triethanolamine
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Sodium Hyaluronate, Niacinamide, Butylene Glycol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Panthenol, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Centella Asiatica Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Chrysanthellum Indicum Extract, Adansonia Digitata Seed Extract, Royal Jelly Extract, Honey Extract, Yeast Extract, Paullinia Cupana Seed Extract, Olea Europaea Fruit Extract, Juniperus Communis Fruit Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Psidium Guajava Leaf Extract, Disodium EDTA, Carbomer, Ceramide AP, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Illicium Verum Fruit Extract, Adenosine, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Brassica Campestris Seed Oil, Triethanolamine, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Methylpropanediol
SolventPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Salicylate
Preservative
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water
Masking
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Water
Antimicrobial
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Citric Acid
Buffering
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Trehalose
Humectant
Sodium PCA
Humectant
Sorbitol
Humectant
Urea
Buffering
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Polyquaternium-51
Skin Conditioning
Malic Acid
Buffering
Tartaric Acid
Buffering
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Citrus Limon Fruit Extract
Masking
Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Saccharum Officinarum Extract
MoisturisingVitis Vinifera Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Angelica Dahurica Root Extract
Skin ConditioningChrysanthemum Morifolium Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningChamomilla Recutita Leaf Extract
Masking
Hippophae Rhamnoides Extract
MaskingMorus Alba Root Extract
BleachingThuja Occidentalis Leaf Extract
Antioxidant
Vitex Trifolia Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningUrtica Dioica Extract
AstringentPersea Gratissima Fruit Extract
EmollientAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Sambucus Nigra Fruit Extract
AstringentAsarum Sieboldii Root Extract
Skin ConditioningCnidium Officinale Root Extract
Skin ConditioningEclipta Prostrata Extract
Skin ConditioningJuglans Regia Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Extract
Abrasive
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Methylparaben
Preservative
Glyoxal
Antimicrobial
Sodium Nitrate
SoothingWater, Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Salicylate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Water, Propylene Glycol, Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid, Citric Acid, Centella Asiatica Extract, Trehalose, Sodium PCA, Sorbitol, Urea, Panthenol, Polyquaternium-51, Malic Acid, Tartaric Acid, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Citrus Limon Fruit Extract, Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Angelica Dahurica Root Extract, Chrysanthemum Morifolium Flower Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Leaf Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Extract, Morus Alba Root Extract, Thuja Occidentalis Leaf Extract, Vitex Trifolia Fruit Extract, Urtica Dioica Extract, Persea Gratissima Fruit Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Sambucus Nigra Fruit Extract, Asarum Sieboldii Root Extract, Cnidium Officinale Root Extract, Eclipta Prostrata Extract, Juglans Regia Seed Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Extract, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Ethylhexylglycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Glyoxal, Sodium Nitrate
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.Â
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 preservativesÂ
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of the aloe, Aloe barbadensis, Liliaceae.
Aloe is one of the most well-known natural soothing ingredients, and for good reason. It’s full of water and has a cooling, calming effect on the skin, especially when it’s sunburned, itchy, or irritated. Aloe also helps your skin stay hydrated and smooth by mimicking what healthy skin naturally produces. On top of that, it contains vitamins and nutrients that support skin recovery.Â
It doesn’t protect you from the sun, but it can help your skin bounce back after too much time in it.
Let’s get into the details:
Aloe contains antioxidant Vitamins A, C, and E, which help fight off free radicals (unstable molecules from things like pollution that can damage your skin).
It’s also rich in polysaccharides, which are natural sugars that help hydrate the skin by acting like the skin’s own moisturizing agents. These, along with other sugars like monosaccharides, help form a protective barrier that locks in moisture.
Aloe works as both a humectant and an emollient. That means it draws water into the skin (humectant) and helps trap it there (emollient), making it an effective natural moisturizer.
You’ll also find a mix of other skin-supporting ingredients in aloe, including folic acid, choline, calcium, amino acids, fatty acids, and even Vitamin B12.
Out of the 420+ species of aloe, Aloe barbadensis is the most widely used in skincare products thanks to its gentle yet effective properties.
There are over 420 species of aloe but Aloe Barbadensis is the most commonly used for topical products.
Learn more about Aloe Barbadensis Leaf ExtractButylene 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 GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolCentella Asiatica Extract (Centella) is derived from an herb native to Southeast Asia. It is famous for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Centella is rich in antioxidants and amino acids, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside.
Studies show the compounds in centella help with:
The combination of all these properties makes centella effective at soothing, hydrating, and protecting the skin.
Other great components of centella include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Fun fact: Centella has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.
Learn more about Centella Asiatica ExtractPanthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolPhenoxyethanol 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.
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium Hyaluronate
