What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Glycerin
Humectant
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Menthol
Masking
Hydroxyethyl Urea
Humectant
Aminopropyl Dimethicone
Steartrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientLactic Acid
Buffering
Polysilicone-13
Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
Skin ConditioningCamellia Seed Oil
Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Royal Jelly Extract
Skin Conditioning
Glycine Max Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningIsopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantIsopropyl Myristate
Emollient
PEG-2 Laurate
Emulsifying
Amodimethicone
Salicylic Acid
Masking
PPG-2-Deceth-12
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
Ammonium Lactate
Buffering
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Glycerin, Stearyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Behenyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Menthol, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Aminopropyl Dimethicone, Steartrimonium Chloride, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Lactic Acid, Polysilicone-13, Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Camellia Seed Oil, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Royal Jelly Extract, Glycine Max Seed Extract, Isopropyl Alcohol, Dipropylene Glycol, Isopropyl Myristate, PEG-2 Laurate, Amodimethicone, Salicylic Acid, PPG-2-Deceth-12, Disodium EDTA, Ammonium Lactate, Cetrimonium Chloride, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Butylene Glycol, Tocopherol, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Sodium Cocoamphoacetate
CleansingSodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Cleansing
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantGlycol Distearate
Emollient
Cocamide Mea
EmulsifyingSorbitol
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Sodium Chloride
Masking
PCA
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningPolyquaternium-64
Hydrolyzed Silk Gland Powder
HumectantRoyal Jelly Extract
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Cassia Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Sodium Methyl Lauroyl Taurate
CleansingSodium Edtmp
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Paraben
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Cocoamphoacetate, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycol Distearate, Cocamide Mea, Sorbitol, Dimethicone, Sodium Chloride, PCA, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Polyquaternium-64, Hydrolyzed Silk Gland Powder, Royal Jelly Extract, Citric Acid, Cassia Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Sodium Methyl Lauroyl Taurate, Sodium Edtmp, Butylene Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Paraben, Parfum
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 GlycolDimethicone 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 DimethiconeDipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created humectant, stabilizer, and solvent.
This ingredient helps:
Dipropylene glycol is technically an alcohol, but it belongs to the glycol family (often considered part of the ‘good’ alcohols). This means it is hydrating and gentle on skin unlike drying solvent alcohols like denatured alcohol.
As a masking agent, Dipropylene Glycol can be used to cover the smell of other ingredients. However, it does not have a scent.
Studies show Dipropylene Glycol is considered safe to use in skincare.
Learn more about Dipropylene GlycolParfum 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 ParfumPhenoxyethanol 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.
Royal Jelly Extract comes from a secretion made by worker honeybees. This secretion is white and described as creamy.
This compound has antibacterial, anti-aging, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Studies show Royal Jelly to contain amino acids, fatty acids, and a variety of vitamins, including Vitamin Bs. Many of these components are antioxidants, which help with anti-aging. The fatty acids in Royal Jelly make it a hydrating ingredient.
Several animal studies show Royal Jelly to boost collagen production and reduce inflammation.
The Vitamin Bs found in Royal Jelly include:
Royal Jelly is derived from honeybees. This means it is not vegan.
Learn more about Royal Jelly ExtractSodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium Benzoate
