What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Amodimethicone
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Octylacrylamide/Acrylates/Butylaminoethyl Methacrylate Copolymer
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Rice Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Grapeseed Oil
Emollient
Citric Acid
Buffering
Disodium EDTA-Copper
AstringentPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Amodimethicone, Cetrimonium Chloride, Propylene Glycol, Octylacrylamide/Acrylates/Butylaminoethyl Methacrylate Copolymer, Tocopherol, Panthenol, Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Hydrogenated Grapeseed Oil, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA-Copper, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Isohexadecane
EmollientCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Behentrimonium Methosulfate
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Amodimethicone
Stearalkonium Chloride
Preservative
Propoxytetramethyl Piperidinyl Dimethicone
Citric Acid
Buffering
Methyl Dihydroabietate
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Trideceth-12
EmulsifyingStearyl Alcohol
Emollient
C11-15 Pareth-7
EmulsifyingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Acetic Acid
BufferingSodium Acetate
BufferingDisodium EDTA
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Retinyl Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Sulfite
Preservative
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Citral
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Water, Butylene Glycol, Isohexadecane, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclohexasiloxane, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Cetyl Alcohol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Amodimethicone, Stearalkonium Chloride, Propoxytetramethyl Piperidinyl Dimethicone, Citric Acid, Methyl Dihydroabietate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Trideceth-12, Stearyl Alcohol, C11-15 Pareth-7, Sodium Benzoate, Acetic Acid, Sodium Acetate, Disodium EDTA, Potassium Sorbate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ascorbic Acid, Retinyl Palmitate, Sodium Sulfite, Tocopherol, Citral, Limonene, Linalool
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This water-soluble silicone is used for its hydrating and softening properties. It is used to add a silky feel to skincare products and has great benefits for haircare.
In haircare, this ingredient:
- Adds shine
- Protects color
- Offers thermal protection
- Boosts hair strength
- Does not build up as easily
This ingredient is a preservative, antimicrobial, and emulsifier. It is often used in cosmetics for its ability to cleanse, condition, and reduce static.
Cetrimonium chloride is a quaternary ammonium salt, meaning it has a water-soluble structure.
Citric 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 AcidCyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
It is also an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumPhenoxyethanol 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.
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolWater. 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
