What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Trisiloxane
Skin Conditioning
Silica
Abrasive
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Retinyl Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningVitis Vinifera Seed Extract
Antimicrobial
Cola Acuminata Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Oleifera Leaf Extract
AstringentCyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Trisiloxane, Silica, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Retinyl Palmitate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Extract, Propylene Glycol, Water, Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract, Cola Acuminata Seed Extract, Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingMica
Cosmetic Colorant
PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Dimethicone
Emollient
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientStearic Acid
Cleansing
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77288
Cosmetic ColorantBoron Nitride
AbsorbentCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77007
Cosmetic ColorantSodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Methylparaben
Preservative
Phytantriol
HumectantGlyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
HumectantDisodium EDTA
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingPalmitic Acid
Emollient
Propylparaben
Preservative
Dextrin Palmitate
Emulsifying
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantRetinyl Palmitate
Skin Conditioning
Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Lysine
Skin ConditioningAnthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
Masking
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Potassium Chloride
Magnesium Chloride
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Zinc Chloride
AntimicrobialPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Montmorillonite
AbsorbentIllite
Abrasive
Kaolin
Abrasive
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Propylene Glycol, Zinc Oxide, Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate, Glycerin, Titanium Dioxide, Butylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Carbomer, Mica, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Dimethicone, Sodium Hydroxide, CI 77891, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, CI 77491, CI 77288, Boron Nitride, Caprylyl Glycol, CI 77492, CI 77007, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Methylparaben, Phytantriol, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Disodium EDTA, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Hexylene Glycol, Palmitic Acid, Propylparaben, Dextrin Palmitate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, CI 77499, Retinyl Palmitate, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Lysine, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Potassium Chloride, Magnesium Chloride, Sodium Chloride, Zinc Chloride, Potassium Sorbate, Montmorillonite, Illite, Kaolin
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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.
Cyclopentasiloxane, 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 CyclopentasiloxaneDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
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 DimethiconePropylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may develop a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolRetinyl palmitate is a form of retinoid. Retinoids are the superstar class of anti-aging ingredients that include tretinoin and retinol.
This particular ingredient has had a bumpy year with its rise and fall in popularity.
First, Retinyl palmitate is created from palmitic acid and retinol. It is a retinol ester and considered one of the weaker forms of retinoid.
This is because all retinoids have to be converted to Tretinoin, AKA retinoic acid. Retinyl Palmitate is pretty far down the line and has to go through multiple conversions before its effects are seen.
Due to this long and ineffective conversion line, the benefits of Retinyl Palmitate are debated.
Studies show Retinyl Palmitate to help:
Dermatologists say this ingredient is ineffective because it isn't used in high enough concentrations in cosmetics.
This ingredient used to be found in sunscreens to boost the efficacy of sunscreen filters.
The downfall of Retinyl Palmitate was due to released reports about the ingredient being correlated to sun damage and skin tumors.
While there is a study showing this ingredient to cause DNA damage when exposed to UV-A, there is no concrete proof of it being linked to skin cancer. It is safe to use when used correctly.
All retinoids increase your skin's sensitivity to the sun in the first few months of usage. Be especially careful with reapplying sunscreen when using any form of retinoid.
Currently, this ingredient is still allowed in cosmetics all over the world. In Canada, cosmetics must have a warning label stating the product to contain Retinyl Palmitate
Fun fact: This ingredient is often added to low-fat milk to increase the levels of Vitamin A.
Learn more about Retinyl PalmitateTocopheryl 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
