What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Tridecyl Trimellitate
EmollientPolyisobutene
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientEthylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
Emollient
Cera Microcristallina
Emulsion StabilisingHydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientCalcium Aluminum Borosilicate
Petrolatum
Emollient
Isostearic Acid
Cleansing
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientDibutyl Lauroyl Glutamide
Skin ConditioningEuphorbia Cerifera Cera
Astringent
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Dibutyl Ethylhexanoyl Glutamide
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Squalane
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantTridecyl Trimellitate, Polyisobutene, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Synthetic Wax, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Cera Microcristallina, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Diisostearyl Malate, Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate, Petrolatum, Isostearic Acid, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Isononyl Isononanoate, Dibutyl Lauroyl Glutamide, Euphorbia Cerifera Cera, Phenoxyethanol, Dibutyl Ethylhexanoyl Glutamide, Tocopheryl Acetate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Squalane, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dimethicone, Tin Oxide, Tocopherol, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77499
Dimethicone
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Octyldodecanol
Emollient
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientPolysilicone-11
Hydrated Silica
Abrasive
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingSynthetic Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Dicalcium Phosphate
Abrasive
Parfum
Masking
Copernicia Cerifera Cera
Emollient
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emollient
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77742
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantDimethicone, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyethylene, Octyldodecanol, Aluminum Hydroxide, Polysilicone-11, Hydrated Silica, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Synthetic Wax, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Synthetic Beeswax, Dicalcium Phosphate, Parfum, Copernicia Cerifera Cera, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499, CI 77007, CI 77742, CI 42090, CI 15850, CI 19140, CI 77891
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 lightweight emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Though it behaves like an oil, it is not technically one due to its chemical composition. It is very stable, resistant to oxidation, and unlikely to go rancid. In practice, that translates to a long shelf life and a consistently elegant skin feel.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this. Be sure to patch test if you have concerns.
Fractionated coconut oil and MCT Oil are both listed as Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride according to INCI. This is because INCI names are based on the ingredient’s final chemical composition and not its marketing name or source.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCi 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77491 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77491Ci 77499 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It is created from mixing red and black iron oxides. This helps give shades of darkness to a product.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz. It is also known as polydimethylsiloxane.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeSynthetic Wax is a manufactured hydrocarbon wax. In formulas, it works as an occlusive emollient that helps reduce water loss and improves the spreadability of products.
Research comparing synthetic wax to traditional mineral-derived products found that formulas containing it perform as well for skin hydration.
It is considered non-comedogenic and vegan-friendly.
It has a well-established safety record by the CIR Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety.
Learn more about Synthetic Wax
