What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Menthol
Masking
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningHydroxyethyl Urea
Humectant
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
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 ConditioningDipropylene Glycol
HumectantPEG-2 Laurate
Emulsifying
Sodium Sulfate
Sodium Taurine Cocoyl Methyltaurate
CleansingCitric Acid
Buffering
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Ammonium Lactate
Buffering
PPG-70 Glyceryl Ether
EmollientEthylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
BHT
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Parfum
Masking
Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Menthol, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Hydroxyethyl Urea, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Lactic Acid, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Camellia Seed Oil, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Royal Jelly Extract, Glycine Max Seed Extract, Dipropylene Glycol, PEG-2 Laurate, Sodium Sulfate, Sodium Taurine Cocoyl Methyltaurate, Citric Acid, Salicylic Acid, Disodium EDTA, Ammonium Lactate, PPG-70 Glyceryl Ether, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Butylene Glycol, BHT, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningLauramidopropyl Betaine
CleansingSodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
Cleansing
Sodium Lauroyl Methylaminopropionate
CleansingCocamide Mea
EmulsifyingGlycerin
Humectant
Cocamide Methyl Mea
Parfum
Masking
PPG-7
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Polyquaternium-10
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Polyquaternium-47
Skin ConditioningArginine
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Menthol
Masking
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Salvia Hispanica Seed Oil
Moisturising
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Squalane
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
Skin Conditioning
Coptis Japonica Root Extract
Skin ConditioningMaltodextrin
Absorbent
Acacia Senegal Gum
MaskingRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialChrysanthemum Sibiricum Extract
AntimicrobialSorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Keratin
Skin ConditioningLavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract
Cleansing
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Citrus Junos Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSoluble Collagen
Humectant
Water, Lauramidopropyl Betaine, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Sodium Lauroyl Methylaminopropionate, Cocamide Mea, Glycerin, Cocamide Methyl Mea, Parfum, PPG-7, Butylene Glycol, Polyquaternium-10, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Polyquaternium-47, Arginine, Disodium EDTA, Menthol, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Salvia Hispanica Seed Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Squalane, Panthenol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Coptis Japonica Root Extract, Maltodextrin, Acacia Senegal Gum, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Chrysanthemum Sibiricum Extract, Sorbitan Olivate, Keratin, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Citrus Junos Fruit Extract, Soluble Collagen
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 GlycolCitric Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) naturally found in citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and limes.
Like other AHAs, citric acid can exfoliate skin by breaking down the bonds that hold dead skin cells together. This helps reveal smoother and brighter skin underneath.
However, this exfoliating effect only happens at high concentrations (20%) which can be hard to find in cosmetic products.
Due to this, citric acid is usually included in small amounts as a pH adjuster. This helps keep products slightly more acidic and compatible with skin's natural pH.
In skincare formulas, citric acid can:
While it can provide some skin benefits, research shows lactic acid and glycolic acid are generally more effective and less irritating exfoliants.
Most citric acid used in skincare today is made by fermenting sugars (usually from molasses). This synthetic version is identical to the natural citrus form but easier to stabilize and use in formulations.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAMenthol is a compound found in mint plants, such as peppermint. In its pure form, it is a clear crystalline substance.
Menthol is known for its cooling sensation; however, the cooling is actually from your skin being sensitized. Menthol can worsen rosacea. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Menthol also has antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about MentholParfum 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 āFRAGRANCEā or āPARFUMā 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.
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil is oil expressed from the leaves of the rosemary plant.
Rosemary Leaf Oil is a fragrance and helps give your product a scent. If you are sensitive to irritating fragrances, this one contains camphor. Camphor has been found to irritate skin.
This oil also contains antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. As an antioxidant, it may protect you skin against damage. This can help slow down the signs of aging.
Learn more about Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf OilSodium 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 BenzoateWater. 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
