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Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
HumectantButylene Glycol
HumectantHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientIsopropyl Palmitate
EmollientArginine
MaskingDimethicone
EmollientBoron Nitride
AbsorbentMethyl Gluceth-20
HumectantSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingHydroxyacetophenone
AntioxidantCetearyl Alcohol
EmollientGlyceryl Stearate Citrate
EmollientPotassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingPolyacrylamide
Betaine
HumectantDextrin Palmitate
EmulsifyingC13-14 Isoparaffin
EmollientPPG-26-Buteth-26
Skin ConditioningCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingParfum
MaskingPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
EmulsifyingTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Disodium EDTA
Allantoin
Skin ConditioningAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientLaureth-7
EmulsifyingTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantNiacinamide
SmoothingBiosaccharide Gum-4
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
HumectantSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantMalva Sylvestris Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningMentha Piperita Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningPrimula Veris Extract
Skin ConditioningAlchemilla Vulgaris Extract
AstringentVeronica Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
AstringentMelissa Officinalis Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningAchillea Millefolium Extract
CleansingSodium Polyglutamate
HumectantPropanediol
SolventHydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
BufferingPortulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
HumectantHyaluronic Acid
HumectantHydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans
HumectantHydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Benzyl Alcohol
PerfumingHexyl Cinnamal
PerfumingLimonene
PerfumingCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77288
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Isopropyl Palmitate, Arginine, Dimethicone, Boron Nitride, Methyl Gluceth-20, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, 1,2-Hexanediol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Hydroxyacetophenone, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Polyacrylamide, Betaine, Dextrin Palmitate, C13-14 Isoparaffin, PPG-26-Buteth-26, Carbomer, Parfum, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Disodium EDTA, Allantoin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Laureth-7, Tocopheryl Acetate, Niacinamide, Biosaccharide Gum-4, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Sodium Hyaluronate, Malva Sylvestris Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract, Primula Veris Extract, Alchemilla Vulgaris Extract, Veronica Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract, Achillea Millefolium Extract, Sodium Polyglutamate, Propanediol, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Citric Acid, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Benzyl Alcohol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene, CI 77891, CI 77491, CI 77288, CI 77007, CI 77492, CI 77499
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
EmollientIsododecane
EmollientDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
HumectantPEG-9 Dimethicone
Skin ConditioningTalc
AbrasiveTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Silica
AbrasivePhenoxyethanol
PreservativeDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingSodium Chloride
MaskingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientChlorphenesin
AntimicrobialPropylene Carbonate
SolventTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantDisodium EDTA
Niacinamide
SmoothingCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77288
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Dimethicone, Isododecane, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Butylene Glycol, PEG-9 Dimethicone, Talc, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Silica, Phenoxyethanol, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Sodium Chloride, Caprylyl Glycol, Chlorphenesin, Propylene Carbonate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Disodium EDTA, Niacinamide, CI 77891, CI 77288, CI 77007, CI 77499
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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.
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 GlycolThis pigment is called Ultramarine blue lazurite. It gives a saturated blue color, but can be used to create other colors as well.
According to the manufacturer, it is usually made from kaolin, sodium sulfate, sodium carbonate, sulfur, and charcoal.
Ci 77288 is used to add green pigment to products.
Ci 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 DimethiconeDisodium EDTA is a chelating agent. It grabs onto and deactivates metal ions that sneak into your products from water, packaging, or air.
This ingredient mainly works behind the scenes and helps with:
On top of that, this ingredient can counteract the effects of hard water by binding to the minerals in it.
One thing worth knowing is that Disodium EDTA has been shown to be a mild penetration enhancer. It can help other ingredients absorb into skin more effectively which can be a double-edged sword (great for actives, but can also make the active too strong if you have sensitive skin).
Clinical patch testing showed no significant skin irritation at typical use concentrations and minimal dermal absorption.
You'll most likely see this ingredient near the end of an ingredient list. It's typically found in concentrations less than 1%.
Learn more about Disodium EDTANiacinamide is a multitasking form of vitamin B3 that strengthens the skin barrier, reduces pores and dark spots, regulates oil, and improves signs of aging.
And the best part? It's gentle and well-tolerated by most skin types, including sensitive and reactive skin.
You might have heard of "niacin flush", or the reddening of skin that causes itchiness. Niacinamide has not been found to cause this.
In very rare cases, some individuals may not be able to tolerate niacinamide at all or experience an allergic reaction to it.
If you are experiencing flaking, irritation, and dryness with this ingredient, be sure to double check all your products as this ingredient can be found in all categories of skincare.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
When you apply niacinamide to your skin, your body converts it into nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD). NAD is an essential coenzyme that is already found in your cells as "fuel" and powers countless biological processes.
In your skin, NAD helps repair cell damage, produce new healthy cells, support collagen production, strengthen the skin barrier, and fight environmental stressors (like UV and pollution).
Our natural NAD levels start to decline with age, leading to slower skin repair, visible aging, and a weaker skin barrier. By providing your skin niacinamide, you're recharging your skin's NAD levels. This leads to stronger, healthier, and younger looking skin.
Another name for vitamin B3 is nicotinamide. This vitamin is water-soluble and our bodies don't store it. We obtain Vitamin B3 from either food or skincare. Meat, fish, wheat, yeast, and leafy greens contain vitamin B3.
The type of niacinamide used in skincare is synthetically created.
Learn more about NiacinamideTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateTriethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicon-based surface modifier that makes sunscreens feel silky and makeup stay put.
Its main job is to coat mineral particles like titanium dioxide, zinc oxide, and color pigments in a thin, oily layer so they spread smoothly, don't clump, and stick to skin better.
This ingredient is typically used at low levels (up to 2.5% in eyeshadow and 1% in lipstick).
Learn more about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneWater. 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