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What's inside
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Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientOlea Europaea Fruit Oil
MaskingHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientPEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
EmollientPersea Gratissima Oil
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialPanax Ginseng Root Extract
EmollientSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Extract
AbrasiveCurcuma Longa Root Extract
MaskingAloe Barbadensis Flower Extract
EmollientCarthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
MaskingSolanum Melongena Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningWater
Skin ConditioningSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
EmollientMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningIsostearic Acid
CleansingButylene Glycol
HumectantTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantCetyl Ethylhexanoate, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, Persea Gratissima Oil, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Extract, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Water, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Isostearic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Tocopheryl Acetate
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientCoconut Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters
EmollientEthyl Oleate
EmollientSorbitan Oleate
EmulsifyingOlea Europaea Fruit Oil
MaskingSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
EmollientHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
EmollientDipropylene Glycol
HumectantCitrus Aurantium Amara Flower Water
MaskingPolyquaternium-51
Skin ConditioningPrunus Persica Leaf Extract
EmollientMalt Juice
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantGlycerin
HumectantButylene Glycol
HumectantTocopherol
AntioxidantPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeMethylparaben
PreservativeHydrogenated Polyisobutene, Coconut Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters, Ethyl Oleate, Sorbitan Oleate, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Dipropylene Glycol, Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Water, Polyquaternium-51, Prunus Persica Leaf Extract, Malt Juice, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben
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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 GlycolHydrogenated Polyisobutene is a synthetic polymer. Polymers are compounds with high molecular weight. Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is an emollient and texture enhancer.
In one study, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene showed better skin hydration levels than Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. As an emollient, it helps keep your skin soft and hydrated by trapping moisture in.
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is often used as a mineral oil replacement.
Learn more about Hydrogenated PolyisobuteneOlea Europaea Fruit Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the ripe fruit of the Olive. In other words - olive oil.
The primary contents of olive oil are glycerides of the fatty acids linoleic, oleic and palmitic.
Olive oil also contains antioxidants such as Vitamin E. Antioxidants may help reduce signs of aging by fighting unstable free-radical molecules. It also contains Vitamins A (retinol), D, and K.
The squalene in olive oil makes it a great emollient. Emollients help soothe and soften your skin by trapping moisture in. This makes olive oil a great skin moisturizer.
Studies show olive oil to have antibacterial and antifungal properties in low concentrations. Another study found olive oil irritated sensitive oily skin. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Due to the fatty acid content, this ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Olea Europaea Fruit OilThis oil comes from the seeds of the desert shrub called Jojoba. It is more commonly known as jojoba oil, a non-comedogenic oil.
Jojoba oil does not contain fragrance and has many fatty-acids, making it a great soothing ingredient.
It also contains Vitamin E, a great moisturizing ingredient. Vitamin E is also an antioxidant and protects your skin against oxidative damage.
This ingredient humectant properties, meaning it helps draw moisture from the air. This helps keep your skin hydrated.
While jojoba has antibacterial properties, it is only able to kill some strains of bacteria.
Studies also show it helps in wound healing. In fact, Indigenous cultures have used jojoba as a moisturizer and to help treat burns for centuries.
Fun fact: Jojoba oil similar to natural human skin sebum, so it has a great effect on dry skin. It is also promising with helping to regulate sebum production.
Due to its fatty acid content, Jojoba oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil