What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientPotassium Azeloyl Diglycinate
Skin Conditioning
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
Solvent
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Lactate
Buffering
Sodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningSclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingPolyglyceryl-2 Stearate
Emulsifying
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Water, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate, Maltodextrin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Propanediol, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Panthenol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Lactic Acid, Benzoic Acid, Citric Acid, Sodium Lactate, Sodium Gluconate, Sclerotium Gum, Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate, Xanthan Gum, Glyceryl Stearate, Stearyl Alcohol
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate
Skin Conditioning
Azelaic Acid
Buffering
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantCetearyl Olivate
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingDimethicone
Emollient
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingGlycyrrhetinic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid
Skin ConditioningSalix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent
Apricot Kernel Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters
Emollient
Proline
Skin Conditioning
Magnolol
Antioxidant
Honokiol
Antioxidant
Sodium Phytate
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Bisabolol
Antioxidant
Capryloyl Glycine
CleansingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Sorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate
EmulsifyingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPolysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate
Skin Conditioning
Isohexadecane
EmollientSorbitan Palmitate
Emulsifying
Sodium Bicarbonate
Abrasive
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Glycerin, Propanediol, Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate, Azelaic Acid, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Dipropylene Glycol, Cetearyl Olivate, Cetyl Alcohol, Sorbitan Olivate, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Dimethicone, Sodium Hydroxide, Glycyrrhetinic Acid, Hydroxyphenyl Propamidobenzoic Acid, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Apricot Kernel Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters, Proline, Magnolol, Honokiol, Sodium Phytate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Bisabolol, Capryloyl Glycine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Butylene Glycol, Sorbitan Oleate, Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate, Xanthan Gum, Polysorbate 80, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Isohexadecane, Sorbitan Palmitate, Sodium Bicarbonate, Phenoxyethanol, CI 19140, CI 42090
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate (PAD) comes from the condensation of azelaic acid mixed with glycine.
This ingredient has similar properties to azelaic acid; it can help reduce sebum production and soothe skin. PAD also inhibits tyrosinase activity to help brighten skin. Tyrosinase is an enzyme that controls melanin production.
A study from 2023 found 5% PAD combined with nicotinamide (a form of niacin) effectively reduced melanin production after 6 weeks.
Several studies from the 2010's also show PAD to be effective in alleviating symptoms of Rosacea.
Though this ingredient is considered a gentle active, higher amounts may result in irritation.
Unlike azelaic acid, this ingredient is water-soluble. This property makes it easier to formulate into skincare products.
Learn more about Potassium Azeloyl DiglycinatePropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolWater. 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. Remember to stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan Gum
