What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPolyester-5
Vp/Va Copolymer
Sorbitol
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Polyurethane-10
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
PPG-26-Buteth-26
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Isononanoate
Emollient
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Ceteareth-20
CleansingCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
Parfum
Masking
Cetearyl Palmitate
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Betaine
Humectant
Glycereth-26
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Glucose
Humectant
Raffinose
Skin ConditioningC12-15 Pareth-3
EmulsifyingAminomethyl Propanol
BufferingHippophae Rhamnoides Extract
MaskingHibiscus Mutabilis Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Linalool
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Water, Polyester-5, Vp/Va Copolymer, Sorbitol, Propanediol, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polyurethane-10, Pentylene Glycol, Glycerin, PPG-26-Buteth-26, Cetearyl Isononanoate, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Ceteareth-20, Cetearyl Alcohol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Parfum, Cetearyl Palmitate, Phenoxyethanol, Betaine, Glycereth-26, Butylene Glycol, Glucose, Raffinose, C12-15 Pareth-3, Aminomethyl Propanol, Hippophae Rhamnoides Extract, Hibiscus Mutabilis Flower Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Linalool, Hexyl Cinnamal
Water
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Vp/Va Copolymer
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Polyurethane-10
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Ectoin
Skin Conditioning
Rosa Damascena Flower Water
Masking
Acrylates/Lauryl Acrylate/Stearyl Acrylate/Ethylamine Oxide Methacrylate Copolymer
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
PPG-26-Buteth-26
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Parfum
Masking
Water, Phenoxyethanol, Vp/Va Copolymer, Niacinamide, Propylene Glycol, Polyurethane-10, Butylene Glycol, Panthenol, Ectoin, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Acrylates/Lauryl Acrylate/Stearyl Acrylate/Ethylamine Oxide Methacrylate Copolymer, Ceramide AP, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Ethylhexylglycerin, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, PPG-26-Buteth-26, Disodium EDTA, Parfum
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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.
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 preservatives
Butylene 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 GlycolEthylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Learn more about EthylhexylglycerinParfum 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 an emulsifier derived from castor oil.
As an emulsifying agent, it helps other ingredients like fragrances and fat-soluble vitamins dissolve cohesively.
Due to its large molecule size, it doesn't penetrate beyond the skin's surface.
This ingredient has a solid regulatory track record; the CIR Expert Panel first concluded it was safe for use in cosmetics at concentrations up to 100% in 1997. A 2012 reassessment reaffirmed that finding. Safety studies have also found no irritation or evidence of toxicity.
A 2019 study did find this ingredient to grow Malassezia, so this ingredient may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor OilPhenoxyethanol 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.
We don't have a description for Polyurethane-10 yet.
We don't have a description for PPG-26-Buteth-26 yet.
VP/VA Copolymer is a synthetic polymer made by joining two smaller molecules (vinylpyrrolidone and vinyl acetate) into a larger chain.
It is mainly used as a film-former and fixing agent. When a product dries, it creates a thin and flexible layer on the skin, hair, or nails. This film helps hold hairstyles into place, adds a smooth feel to skin, and traps moisture to reduce dryness.
Irritation is rare at normal concentrations and it doesn't penetrate deeply into skin.
Learn more about Vp/Va CopolymerWater. 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 Water
