What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningZinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
C30-45 Alkyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
PEG-9 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Silica
Abrasive
Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogen Dimethicone
Isododecane
EmollientTrimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Cyclododecane
Octyldodecyl Xyloside
EmulsifyingPEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate
Emulsifying
Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Xanthophylls
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialSaccharide Isomerate
Humectant
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Chloride
MaskingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77489
Cosmetic ColorantCyclopentasiloxane, Water, Zinc Oxide, Titanium Dioxide, Butylene Glycol, C30-45 Alkyl Dimethicone, Dimethicone, PEG-9 Dimethicone, Silica, Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Hydrogen Dimethicone, Isododecane, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Cyclododecane, Octyldodecyl Xyloside, PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil, Caprylyl Methicone, Xanthophylls, Tocopherol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Saccharide Isomerate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Chloride, Ethylhexylglycerin, CI 77492, CI 77489
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
PEG-12 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Acrylates Copolymer
Lecithin
Emollient
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Dimethicone
Emollient
Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Codonopsis Lanceolata Extract
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Chamomilla Recutita Extract
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Ferox Leaf Juice Extract
Skin ConditioningCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantParfum
Masking
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
Water, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Caprylyl Methicone, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Lecithin, Titanium Dioxide, Niacinamide, Dimethicone, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Glycerin, Codonopsis Lanceolata Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Chamomilla Recutita Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Aloe Ferox Leaf Juice Extract, CI 77891, CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499, Parfum, Xanthan Gum, Disodium EDTA
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Caprylyl Methicone is a synthetic and lightweight silicone fluid. It gives products a silky, dry-touch finish without the heaviness of pure oils.
Though the EU CosIng Database lists this ingredient as a skin conditioner, it is also used for sensory reasons. It spreads easily, cuts greasiness, and reduces tackiness.
This ingredient is volatile which means it will mostly evaporate (but it evaporates slower than older cyclomethicones, like Cyclotetrasiloxane).
Typical concentration ranges from 1-30% depending on if it's being used to tweak the feel of a product or acting as the main emollient.
Learn more about Caprylyl MethiconeCI 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created CI 77492 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77492Dimethicone 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 DimethiconeEthylhexylglycerin 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 EthylhexylglycerinPhenoxyethanol 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.
Titanium dioxide is a mineral UV filter widely used in sunscreens and cosmetics.
It is one of only two UV filters officially classified as “mineral” by regulatory agencies, the other being zinc oxide.
Titanium dioxide provides broad-spectrum protection mostly in the UVB and UVAII range, with some protection in the UVAI range.
While its UVA protection isn’t as strong as zinc oxide’s, the difference is minor.
A common myth is that mineral UV filters reflect UV light. However, modern research shows titanium dioxide absorbs UV radiation like chemical filters (~95% absorption & 5% reflection).
Thanks to its non-irritating nature, titanium dioxide is suitable for sensitive, acne-prone, or redness-prone skin. It is unlikely to cause "eye sting" like other sunscreen ingredients.
A major drawback of this ingredient is its white cast and thick texture. This is why mineral sunscreens often leave a white cast and are less cosmetically elegant than chemical/hybrid sunscreens.
To improve white cast and spreadability, micronized or nano-sized titanium dioxide is often used.
There are ongoing concerns surrounding nano-titanium oxide's impact on marine ecosystems.
There is no conclusive evidence that any form of titanium oxide (or any other sunscreen ingredients) will cause harm to marine ecosystems or coral reefs. The science is still developing but many consumers are keeping a close eye on this issue.
Please note, many destinations have reef-safety sunscreen rules. For instance, the U.S. Virgin Islands advises all visitors to use non-nano mineral sunscreens.
Nano mineral sunscreens once raised safety concerns about absorption into skin.
Extensive research has shown that they do not penetrate healthy or damaged skin; they remain safely on the surface and the top layer of dead skin (stratum corneum).
You'll likely find titanium dioxide bundled with alumina, silica, or dimethicone. These ingredients help make titanium dioxide highly photostable; this prevents it from interacting with other formula components under UV light.
Learn more about Titanium DioxideWater. 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
