What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Methylpropanediol
SolventCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Hexyl Laurate
Emollient
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Ethoxydiglycol
HumectantDiethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol
UV Filter
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientButylene Glycol
Humectant
Silica
Abrasive
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Glycerin
Humectant
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Stearate
Emollient
Decyl Glucoside
CleansingInonotus Obliquus Extract
Skin ConditioningDiethylhexyl Butamido Triazone
UV Absorber
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningBisabolol
Masking
Trideceth-6
EmulsifyingGlycine Max Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningTheobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Citrate
BufferingYeast Polysaccharides
Skin ConditioningEctoin
Skin Conditioning
Biosaccharide Gum-1
Humectant
Sericin
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Diglucosyl Gallic Acid
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Carnosine
Skin Conditioning
Zingiber Officinale Root Extract
Masking
Hydrolyzed Algin
Helichrysum Italicum Extract
Antiseborrhoeic1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Biosaccharide Gum-4
Skin Conditioning
Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract
Antioxidant
Water, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Methylpropanediol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Hexyl Laurate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Ethoxydiglycol, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Polysorbate 60, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Butylene Glycol, Silica, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Polyacrylate, Glycerin, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Decyl Glucoside, Inonotus Obliquus Extract, Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone, Ethylhexylglycerin, Bisabolol, Trideceth-6, Glycine Max Seed Extract, Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter, Disodium EDTA, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Yeast Polysaccharides, Ectoin, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Sericin, Propylene Glycol, Diglucosyl Gallic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Carnosine, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Hydrolyzed Algin, Helichrysum Italicum Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Biosaccharide Gum-4, Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Hydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientHydroxystearic Acid
Cleansing
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Ceteareth-20
Cleansing
Fructan
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Tribehenin PEG-20 Esters
EmollientPhenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Silica
Abrasive
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Lecithin
Emollient
Arbutin
Antioxidant
Linolenic Acid
Cleansing
Linoleic Acid
Cleansing
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Glutathione
Parfum
Masking
Methylparaben
Preservative
Imidazolidinyl Urea
Preservative
Propylparaben
Preservative
Disodium EDTA
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Vitex Agnus Castus Extract
AstringentGlycerin
Humectant
Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Cyclodextrin
AbsorbentAscorbyl Glucoside
Antioxidant
Silanediol Salicylate
EmollientHumulus Lupulus Extract
AntimicrobialCucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
Emollient
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Saponaria Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialChamomilla Recutita Extract
Skin Conditioning
Asparagopsis Armata Extract
Skin ProtectingHydrolyzed Elastin
EmollientHydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Lavandula Angustifolia Oil
Masking
PEG-35 Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
CleansingPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Water, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Titanium Dioxide, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Hydroxystearic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Fructan, Glyceryl Stearate, Tribehenin PEG-20 Esters, Phenyl Trimethicone, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Silica, Cetyl Alcohol, Lecithin, Arbutin, Linolenic Acid, Linoleic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Glutathione, Parfum, Methylparaben, Imidazolidinyl Urea, Propylparaben, Disodium EDTA, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Vitex Agnus Castus Extract, Glycerin, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Tocopherol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cyclodextrin, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Silanediol Salicylate, Humulus Lupulus Extract, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Saponaria Officinalis Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Extract, Asparagopsis Armata Extract, Hydrolyzed Elastin, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, PEG-35 Castor Oil, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Propylene Glycol
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 GlycolDisodium 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 EDTAEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is an organic compound that provides UVB protection. It often goes by the more common name of octinoxate. It is created from methoxycinnamic acid and 2-ethylhexanol.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate absorbs UVB rays with wavelengths between 280-320 nm. UV absorbers protect your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy.
UVB (290-320 nm) rays emit more energy than UVA rays. They are capable of damaging DNA, causing sunburns and are thought to be linked to skin cancer.
The state of Hawaii has banned sunscreens containing octinoxate due to its potential impact on coral reefs. More research is needed to bridge gaps in this research. The European Union allows higher levels of octinoxate in sunscreens than the US and Australia.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is oil soluble. It is not stable and may lose efficacy when exposed to sunlight.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl MethoxycinnamateGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinPropylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may develop a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolSilica, 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 SilicaWater. 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
