What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientCera Microcristallina
Emulsion StabilisingDimethicone
Emollient
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Squalane
Emollient
C9-12 Alkane
SolventEthylhexyl Stearate
Emollient
Sodium Chloride
MaskingLauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Fructose
Humectant
Albizia Julibrissin Bark Extract
MaskingDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingHdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Propylene Carbonate
SolventPolyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate
Emulsifying
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Sodium Isostearate
CleansingAesculus Hippocastanum Extract
Antioxidant
Caffeine
Skin Conditioning
Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
Chenopodium Quinoa Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningCucumis Sativus Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningDiamond Powder
Abrasive
Dunaliella Salina Extract
Skin ConditioningHordeum Vulgare Extract
EmollientMorus Alba Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningSaccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Pantolactone
Humectant
Phytosterols
Skin Conditioning
Polyglutamic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Withania Somnifera Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Citric Acid
Buffering
Darutoside
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Propanediol
Solvent
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Citrate
BufferingO-Cymen-5-Ol
Antimicrobial
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater, Glycerin, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Cera Microcristallina, Dimethicone, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Squalane, C9-12 Alkane, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Sodium Chloride, Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Fructose, Albizia Julibrissin Bark Extract, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Propylene Carbonate, Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Sodium Isostearate, Aesculus Hippocastanum Extract, Caffeine, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Chenopodium Quinoa Seed Extract, Cucumis Sativus Seed Extract, Diamond Powder, Dunaliella Salina Extract, Hordeum Vulgare Extract, Morus Alba Leaf Extract, Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Panthenol, Pantolactone, Phytosterols, Polyglutamic Acid, Withania Somnifera Root Extract, Benzyl Alcohol, Citric Acid, Darutoside, Caprylyl Glycol, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Sodium Benzoate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Phenoxyethanol, Propanediol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Citrate, O-Cymen-5-Ol, Ethylhexylglycerin
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
C9-12 Alkane
SolventCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Sucrose Stearate
EmollientArgania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
Emollient
Zingiber Officinale Root Extract
Masking
Bisabolol
Antioxidant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
O-Cymen-5-Ol
Antimicrobial
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Sucrose Palmitate
EmollientCitrus Aurantium Peel Oil
Citrus Limon Peel Oil
Masking
Juniperus Virginiana Oil
Masking
Limonene
Perfuming
Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes
Masking
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Glycerin, C9-12 Alkane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Persea Gratissima Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Water, Propanediol, Sucrose Stearate, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Bisabolol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Parfum, O-Cymen-5-Ol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Sucrose Palmitate, Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Juniperus Virginiana Oil, Limonene, Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservativesÂ
C9-12 Alkane is synethically created using alkanes, or paraffins. It is added to products as a solvent. This means its main purpose is to help dissolve ingredients and create even texture.
Caprylhydroxamic Acid is a chelating agent that helps cosmetics stay fresh, stable, and consistent over time.
Chelating agents help prevent metal ions from binding to other ingredients. This helps prevent unwanted reactions and effects from using the product. It also helps prevent the growth of unwanted microbes in products that contain water.
Caprylhydroxamic Acid is often used with natural antimicrobial products as an alternative to preservatives.
Learn more about Caprylhydroxamic AcidCoco-Caprylate/Caprate is created from fatty coconut alcohol, caprylic acid, and capric acid.
It is a lightweight emollient. Emollients create a thin barrier on the skin to trap moisture in. This helps keep your skin hydrated and soft.
Once applied, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate is absorbed quickly and leaves a silky feel.
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Coco-Caprylate/CaprateGlycerin (or glycerol) is a compound naturally found in your skin. It's a powerhouse humectant that pulls water into the stratum corneum.
Topically, glycerin does several things at once:
Your skin makes glycerin on its own (mostly from sebaceous oil breakdown) and shuttles it to your outermost layer of skin, or your epidermis, via aquaporin-3.
Aquaporin-3 is a transporter that is essential for normal skin hydration, elasticity, and repair. Interestingly, mice lacking in AQP3 have dry and less elastic skin that can be fully corrected with glycerin.
This ingredient is non-irritating, plays well with almost every ingredient, and works across all skin types. Typical use is anywhere between 3-10% but can go up to 79% in some leave-on products.
Just know very high concentrations (>40%) can feel tacky in low humidity.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil is a plant oil derived from the seeds of a sunflower.
It is rich in fatty acids, primarily linoleic acid and oleic acid. This gives it emollient and skin conditioning properties.
The reason this ingredient is so effective is because it forms a thin film on the skin that reduces transepidermal water loss (TEWL) while supplying linoleic acid to the stratum corneum to improve barrier strength.
The high linoleic acid content is particularly noteworthy for acne-prone skin.
Research suggests that acne-prone skin tends to be deficient in linoleic acid in sebum. Topical application may help replenish this to support a healthier follicular environment and less comedone-promoting sebum.
One randomized study found sunflower seed oil preserved skin barrier integrity in adult volunteers with and without atopic dermatitis (outperforming olive oil).
This ingredient is well-studied, gentle, and an effective emollient suitable for most skin types.
On fungal acne: This ingredient may not be Fungal acne (Malassezia folliculitis) safe. This is because it contains fatty acids with carbon chain lengths in the C11-C24 range.
Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed OilThis ingredient is more commonly known as IPMP or Isopropyl Methylphenol. It is a preservative and has antimicrobial properties.
According to the EPA, this ingredient is allowed for use in cleansers, creams, powders, bath products, toothpaste, perfume, and more.
Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolTocopheryl 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 AcetateWater. 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
