What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Tromethamine
BufferingSodium Citrate
BufferingPPG-13-Decyltetradeceth-24
Emulsifying1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Betaine
Humectant
Salix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Phytate
Prunus Mume Fruit Extract
Humectant
Lactuca Scariola Sativa Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
Emollient
Enantia Chlorantha Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningArgania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil
Emollient
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Beta-Sitosterol
Emulsion Stabilising
Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Oleanolic Acid
Skin ConditioningSodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin Conditioning
Potassium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningWater, Butylene Glycol, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract, Alcohol, Salicylic Acid, Tromethamine, Sodium Citrate, PPG-13-Decyltetradeceth-24, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Gluconolactone, Betaine, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Panthenol, Parfum, Allantoin, Citric Acid, Sodium Phytate, Prunus Mume Fruit Extract, Lactuca Scariola Sativa Leaf Extract, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Enantia Chlorantha Bark Extract, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Beta-Glucan, Sodium Hyaluronate, Caprylyl Glycol, Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Beta-Sitosterol, Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract, Oleanolic Acid, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Tocopherol, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Potassium Hyaluronate
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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.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
Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is a well-known ingredient for treating skin that struggles with acne and clogged pores. It exfoliates both the skin's surface and deep within the pores to help clear out buildup, control oil, and reduce inflammation.
Unlike AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids), salicylic acid is oil-soluble. This allows it to penetrate into pores which makes it especially effective for treating blackheads and preventing future breakouts.
Salicylic acid is also known for its soothing properties. It has a similar structure to aspirin and can calm inflamed or irritated skin, making it a good option for acne-prone skin that is also sensitive.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing this ingredient into your routine.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun sensitivity, it’s still important to wear sunscreen daily to protect your skin.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
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