What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientIsohexadecane
EmollientVinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Isododecane
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Tridecyl Trimellitate
EmollientCetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Boron Nitride
AbsorbentPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Dimethicone
Emollient
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Sorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer
Skin Conditioning
Trimethoxycaprylylsilane
SmoothingTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Silica
Abrasive
Propylene Carbonate
SolventParfum
Masking
Methicone
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Isononyl Isononanoate, Isohexadecane, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Isododecane, Glycerin, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Propylene Glycol, Boron Nitride, Phenoxyethanol, Dimethicone, Phenyl Trimethicone, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer, Trimethoxycaprylylsilane, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Mica, Silica, Propylene Carbonate, Parfum, Methicone, Tocopherol, Benzyl Benzoate, CI 77891, CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499
Dimethicone
Emollient
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Isododecane
EmollientAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Acrylates/Polytrimethylsiloxymethacrylate Copolymer
Skin ConditioningPEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingWater
Skin ConditioningSilica
Abrasive
Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingPropylene Carbonate
SolventParfum
Masking
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientTin Oxide
Abrasive
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil
Masking
Linalool
Perfuming
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
BHT
Antioxidant
Dimethicone, Cyclohexasiloxane, Isododecane, Alcohol Denat., Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Phenyl Trimethicone, Acrylates/Polytrimethylsiloxymethacrylate Copolymer, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Water, Silica, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Propylene Carbonate, Parfum, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Aluminum Hydroxide, Tin Oxide, Benzyl Salicylate, Hexyl Cinnamal, Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil, Linalool, Benzyl Alcohol, Limonene, BHT
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
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 DimethiconeDisteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.
It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.
Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.
Learn more about Disteardimonium HectoriteIsododecane is a fragrance, emollient, and solvent.
As an emollient, it helps your skin stay soft and hydrated. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin.
Isododecane's role as a solvent makes it a great texture enhancer. It spreads smoothly on skin and does not leave a sticky feeling behind. Isododecane also helps prevent color transfer in makeup products.
Isododecane is not absorbed into skin.
Learn more about IsododecaneParfum 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-10 Dimethicone is silicone with conditioner and emulsifier properties. It mostly acts as an emollient in skincare and and humectant in haircare.
According to the manufacturer, acidic formulations decrease the stability of this ingredient. It works best in neutral or near neutral formulations.
Phenyl Trimethicone is a silicon-based polymer. It is derived from silica.
Phenyl Trimethicone is used as an emollient and prevents products from foaming.
As an emollient, it helps trap moisture in the skin. It is considered an occlusive.
Learn more about Phenyl TrimethiconeThis ingredient is a solvent. It helps dissolve active ingredients and alter the texture of products.
Propylene Carbonate is commonly used in makeup and with clay, such as montmorillonite or bentonite.
Studies show this ingredient to be safe for cosmetics. When it is undiluted, it can cause skin irritation. (It is always diluted in skincare and makeup). This ingredient is water-soluble.
Propylene Carbonate is created from propylene glycol and carbonic acid.
Learn more about Propylene CarbonateSilica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.
Though it has exfoliant properties, the function of silica varies depending on the product.
The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and adds smoothness, making it a great texture enhancer.
It is also used as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.
In some products, tiny microneedles called spicules are made from silica or hydrolyzed sponge. When you rub them in, they lightly polish away dead skin layers and enhance the penetration of active ingredients.
Learn more about SilicaThis ingredient is used in makeup and skincare to thicken formulas, reduce shine, and give skin a silky-smooth feel.
It’s a white silicone powder that sits in fine lines and pores to blur their appearance though its effectiveness depends on the particle size.
You'll typically find this ingredient in amounts between 0.1-20%.
Learn more about Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane CrosspolymerWater. 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. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about Water
