What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Isocetyl Stearoyl Stearate
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
C10-18 Triglycerides
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Ethylhexyl Olivate
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-6 Palmitate/Succinate
Emulsifying
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Triheptanoin
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Dimethyl Isosorbide
SolventEthyl Lactyl Retinoate
Abrasive
Acetyl Hexapeptide-37
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Glyceryl Glucoside
Humectant
Leontopodium Alpinum Flower/Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Astaxanthin
Skin Conditioning
Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract
Antioxidant
Crataegus Monogyna Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningJasminum Sambac Flower Extract
Masking
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters
Skin Conditioning
Tremella Fuciformis Extract
Humectant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingSucrose Stearate
EmollientC9-12 Alkane
SolventGluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Calcium Gluconate
HumectantPolyurethane-10
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAmmonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Phytate
Citric Acid
Buffering
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Water, Propanediol, Isocetyl Stearoyl Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, C10-18 Triglycerides, Glycerin, Jojoba Esters, Niacinamide, Ethylhexyl Olivate, Polyglyceryl-6 Palmitate/Succinate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Triheptanoin, Butylene Glycol, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Ethyl Lactyl Retinoate, Acetyl Hexapeptide-37, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glyceryl Glucoside, Leontopodium Alpinum Flower/Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Astaxanthin, Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract, Crataegus Monogyna Flower Extract, Jasminum Sambac Flower Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters, Tremella Fuciformis Extract, Tocopherol, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Sucrose Stearate, C9-12 Alkane, Gluconolactone, Calcium Gluconate, Polyurethane-10, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Sodium Phytate, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer
Polysilicone-11
Ethylhexyl Olivate
Skin Conditioning
Boron Nitride
AbsorbentSodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPhenylethyl Resorcinol
Antioxidant
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Albizia Julibrissin Bark Extract
MaskingDecyl Glucoside
CleansingCaffeine
Skin Conditioning
Isohexadecane
EmollientVitis Vinifera Flower Cell Extract
MaskingHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Trehalose
Humectant
Urea
Buffering
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPolysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Sucrose Palmitate
EmollientSea Water
HumectantCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Sclareolide
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Tromethamine
BufferingDiethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate
Skin ProtectingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSqualane
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Silica
Abrasive
Serine
Masking
Lecithin
Emollient
Sucrose
Humectant
Plankton Extract
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Alteromonas Ferment Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Pullulan
Disodium Phosphate
BufferingAlgin
Masking
Glyceryl Polyacrylate
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Porphyridium Cruentum Extract
Skin ConditioningPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Potassium Phosphate
BufferingSigesbeckia Orientalis Extract
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Water, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Polysilicone-11, Ethylhexyl Olivate, Boron Nitride, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Phenylethyl Resorcinol, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Phenoxyethanol, Albizia Julibrissin Bark Extract, Decyl Glucoside, Caffeine, Isohexadecane, Vitis Vinifera Flower Cell Extract, Hydroxyacetophenone, Trehalose, Urea, Pentylene Glycol, Polysorbate 80, Sucrose Palmitate, Sea Water, Caprylyl Glycol, Sclareolide, Disodium EDTA, Tromethamine, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Squalane, Tocopheryl Acetate, Polysorbate 60, Silica, Serine, Lecithin, Sucrose, Plankton Extract, Propanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Alteromonas Ferment Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Sodium Chloride, Pullulan, Disodium Phosphate, Algin, Glyceryl Polyacrylate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Porphyridium Cruentum Extract, Potassium Sorbate, Potassium Phosphate, Sigesbeckia Orientalis Extract, Citric Acid
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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.
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 AcidEthylhexyl Olivate isn't fungal acne safe.
Ethylhexylglycerin (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.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinPhenoxyethanol 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.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbatePropanediol 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 PropanediolSodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateTocopheryl 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. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about Water
