What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
Emollient
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Cera Microcristallina
Emulsion StabilisingFragaria Chiloensis Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
Rubus Fruticosus Fruit Extract
AstringentCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide Ns
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide Ng
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide As
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Cyclodextrin
AbsorbentGlycerin
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Palmitate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, Synthetic Wax, Butylene Glycol, Cera Microcristallina, Fragaria Chiloensis Fruit Extract, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract, Rubus Fruticosus Fruit Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ceramide NP, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide Ns, Ceramide Ng, Ceramide As, Ceramide AP, Ascorbic Acid, Tocopherol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Cyclodextrin, Glycerin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Water
Paraffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Triethylhexanoin
MaskingPEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
Emollient
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Cucumis Sativus Extract
Skin Conditioning
Brassica Oleracea Italica Extract
AstringentMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Spinacia Oleracea Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Paraffinum Liquidum, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Triethylhexanoin, PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, Polyethylene, Ethylhexylglycerin, Water, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Allantoin, Butylene Glycol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Cucumis Sativus Extract, Brassica Oleracea Italica Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract, Spinacia Oleracea Leaf Extract, Hydroxyacetophenone
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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 GlycolEthylhexyl Palmitate, also known as octyl palmitate, is created from 2-ethylhexyl alcohol and palmitic acid.
In cosmetics, it plays many roles:
One thing worth noting: a controlled study found this ingredient applied under occlusion to acne-prone subjects increased microcomedones. Just keep in mind this was under occlusive conditions and don't reflect how most products are used day-to-day.
For most people, this is a well-tolerated and lightweight ingredient.
This ingredient may not be fungal acne safe because it is an ester of palmitic acid, a C16 fatty acid that falls within the C11-24 range that Malassezia can metabolize.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl PalmitateEthylhexylglycerin 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 EthylhexylglycerinPEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate is a synthetic, oil-loving helper ingredient that does two jobs:
This ingredient is made by joining three building blocks: PEG, Isostearic Acid and glycerin. The PEG gives it the oil-and-water blending power.
This ingredient has been found safe for use in cosmetics and broader PEG family testing shows minimal irritation/sensitization. The molecule's large size also means it isn't expected to penetrate skin to any meaningful degree.
Fungal acne note: This ingredient may not be fungal acne safe due to isostearic acid (C18). Isostearic acid falls into the C11-24 range that Malassezia can feed on.
Learn more about PEG-20 Glyceryl TriisostearateWater. 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
