What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningOctocrylene
UV Absorber
Homosalate
Skin Conditioning
Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid
UV Absorber
Dimethicone
Emollient
Dimethicone/Silsesquioxane Copolymer
PEG-Crosspolymer
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Methylpropanediol
SolventSodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingTromethamine
BufferingGlycerin
Humectant
Curcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientGlyceryl Stearates
Emollient
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingHelianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingSphingomonas Ferment Extract
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
MaskingDipropylene Glycol
HumectantPolyglycerin-3
Humectant
Pinus Densiflora Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Arbutin
Antioxidant
Glutathione
Tranexamic Acid
Astringent
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Cholesterol
Emollient
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
EmulsifyingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingUndecylenoyl Phenylalanine
Skin Conditioning
Water, Octocrylene, Homosalate, Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid, Dimethicone, Dimethicone/Silsesquioxane Copolymer, PEG-Crosspolymer, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Niacinamide, Methylpropanediol, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Tromethamine, Glycerin, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Glyceryl Stearates, Jojoba Esters, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Butylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Ethylhexylglycerin, Lactobacillus Ferment, Carbomer, Sphingomonas Ferment Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Disodium EDTA, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Dipropylene Glycol, Polyglycerin-3, Pinus Densiflora Leaf Extract, Tocopherol, Arbutin, Glutathione, Tranexamic Acid, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Xanthan Gum, Undecylenoyl Phenylalanine
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantEthylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientVitex Agnus Castus Extract
AstringentVinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Silica
Abrasive
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
Astringent
Salix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMica
Cosmetic ColorantMethicone
Emollient
Magnesium Sulfate
Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract
Skin ConditioningHouttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientParfum
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract
Masking
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Carthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Iron Oxides
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Zinc Oxide, Dipropylene Glycol, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Titanium Dioxide, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Glycerin, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Vitex Agnus Castus Extract, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Silica, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract, Mica, Methicone, Magnesium Sulfate, Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Glyceryl Caprylate, Parfum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dimethicone, Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Carthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Stearic Acid, Aluminum Hydroxide, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Iron Oxides
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
You might know this ingredient as Tinosorb S or Bemotrizinol. It is a UV filter that covers both UVA and UVB rays.
This ingredient has two peak UV absorption peaks ( 310 and 340 nm) and is able to absorb both UV-A and UV-B rays. This ingredient works by preventing UV rays from reaching and damaging your skin.
On top of that - it is highly photostable and helps prevent the photodegration of other sunscreen ingredients such as avobenzone.
Tinosorb S is allowed in the EU, Australia, and Asia. It is close to being approved by the FDA and we'll hopefully get this ingredient in the U.S. by late 2026.
Fun fact: Tinosorb S is the most effective UV absorber at maximum concentration (measured by SPF) permitted in the EU.
This ingredient is oil-soluble, so your oil-cleansers will take this right off at night.
Learn more about Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl TriazineButylene 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 GlycolDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz. It is also known as polydimethylsiloxane.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeDipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created humectant, stabilizer, and solvent.
This ingredient helps:
Dipropylene glycol is technically an alcohol, but it belongs to the glycol family (often considered part of the ‘good’ alcohols). This means it is hydrating and gentle on skin unlike drying solvent alcohols like denatured alcohol.
As a masking agent, Dipropylene Glycol can be used to cover the smell of other ingredients. However, it does not have a scent.
Studies show Dipropylene Glycol is considered safe to use in skincare.
Learn more about Dipropylene GlycolEthylhexyl Salicylate is an organic compound used to block UV rays. It primarily absorbs UVB rays but offers a small amount of UVA protection as well.
Commonly found in sunscreens, Ethylhexyl Salicylate is created from salicylic acid and 2-ethylhexanol. You might know salicylic acid as the effective acne fighter ingredient and BHA.
The ethylhexanol in this ingredient is a fatty alcohol and helps hydrate your skin, similar to oils. It is an emollient, which means it traps moisture into the skin.
According to manufacturers, Ethylhexyl Salicylate absorbs UV wavelength of 295-315 nm, with a peak absorption at 307-310 nm. UVA rays are linked to long term skin damage, such as hyperpigmentation. UVB rays emit more energy and are capable of damaging our DNA. UVB rays cause sunburn.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl SalicylateEthylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Learn more about EthylhexylglycerinGlycerin (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 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.
Water. 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
