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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Morinda Citrifolia Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningWater
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Betaine
Humectant
Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
Emollient
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningSodium Chloride
Masking
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Lactobacillus/Acerola Cherry Ferment
Skin ProtectingLactococcus Ferment
Skin ConditioningBifida Ferment Filtrate
Skin Conditioning
Lactococcus Ferment Lysate
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus/Punica Granatum Fruit Ferment Extract
Skin Conditioning
Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Bisabolol
Masking
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Sodium Citrate
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Caffeine
Skin Conditioning
Morinda Citrifolia Fruit Extract, Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Betaine, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Pentylene Glycol, Sodium Chloride, Butylene Glycol, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Lactobacillus/Acerola Cherry Ferment, Lactococcus Ferment, Bifida Ferment Filtrate, Lactococcus Ferment Lysate, Lactobacillus/Punica Granatum Fruit Ferment Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, Bisabolol, Allantoin, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ceramide NP, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Caffeine
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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.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
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 preservatives
Betaine is a common humectant (a substance that promotes retention of moisture). It's known to be gentle on the skin and can help balance hydration.
This ingredient is best for improving hydration and soothing irritated skin. Studies also show it helps even out skin tone.
Fun fact: Betaine is naturally created in the skin and body. The kind found within cosmetic products can be either plant-derived or synthetic.
Another name for betaine is trimethylglycine.
Learn more about BetaineEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Sodium Citrate is the sodium salts of citric acid. In skincare, it is used to alter pH levels and acts as a preservative.
Its main functions are to maintain the pH of a product and neutralize metal ions.
The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome; normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5).
Being slightly acidic allows our skin to create an "acid mantle". This acid mantle is a thin barrier that protects our skin from bacteria and contaminants.
Learn more about Sodium CitrateWater. 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!
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