What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine
EmulsifyingCocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Behentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Paraffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Amodimethicone
Potassium Chloride
Disodium EDTA
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
DMDM Hydantoin
Preservative
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Methylchloroisothiazolinone
Preservative
Methylisothiazolinone
Preservative
Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Behentrimonium Chloride, Parfum, Paraffinum Liquidum, Lactic Acid, Amodimethicone, Potassium Chloride, Disodium EDTA, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, DMDM Hydantoin, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine
EmulsifyingGlycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Behentrimonium Methosulfate
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Dimethicone
Emollient
Isododecane
EmollientIsohexadecane
EmollientCitric Acid
Buffering
Parfum
Masking
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PPG-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate
EmollientGuar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningAmodimethicone
Polyquaternium-73
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Quaternium-87
CleansingIsopentyldiol
Humectant
Disodium EDTA
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingJojoba Esters
Emollient
C11-15 Pareth-7
EmulsifyingLaureth-9
EmulsifyingTrideceth-12
EmulsifyingHydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol
Skin ConditioningAcetic Acid
BufferingGlycereth-26
Humectant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingEtidronic Acid
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Phospholipids
Skin Conditioning
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Copaifera Officinalis Resin
MaskingIsomalt
HumectantQuaternium-95
UV AbsorberTocopherol
Antioxidant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil
Emollient
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Oil
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Pea Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
Emollient
Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract
Astringent
Persea Gratissima Fruit Extract
EmollientPunica Granatum Extract
AstringentMalus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract
Skin ConditioningAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract
Antimicrobial
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingLecithin
Emollient
Vitis Vinifera Fruit Cell Extract
Skin ConditioningWater, Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Glycerin, Propanediol, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Cetrimonium Chloride, Dimethicone, Isododecane, Isohexadecane, Citric Acid, Parfum, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Glyceryl Stearate, PPG-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Amodimethicone, Polyquaternium-73, Sodium Benzoate, Quaternium-87, Isopentyldiol, Disodium EDTA, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Jojoba Esters, C11-15 Pareth-7, Laureth-9, Trideceth-12, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol, Acetic Acid, Glycereth-26, Sodium Hydroxide, Etidronic Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Phospholipids, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Persea Gratissima Oil, Ascorbic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Copaifera Officinalis Resin, Isomalt, Quaternium-95, Tocopherol, Panthenol, Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil, Glycine Soja Oil, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Oil, Hydrolyzed Pea Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract, Persea Gratissima Fruit Extract, Punica Granatum Extract, Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract, Alcohol, Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract, Xanthan Gum, Lecithin, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Cell Extract
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
You may know this ingredient as argan oil. Argan Oil has antioxidant, hydrating, and soothing properties.
Studies have shown argan oil can help fight again radical damage from the sun. This makes it effective at preventing hyperpigmentation.
Large amounts of vitamin E found in argan oil helps the skin retain water. Argan oil also contains fatty acids such as linoleic acid, oleic acid, and palmitic acid. It is also a good source of lipids.
Another benefit of argan oil is skin-soothing. It can help reduce inflammation-related skin symptoms.
Argan Oil is effective at regulating sebum production in pores. This can make it effective at treating hormonal acne.
Traditionally, argan oil was used for its antibacterial and antifungal properties. However, argan oil contains fatty acids that may make it not fungal-acne safe.
Argan Trees are native to Morocco.
Learn more about Argania Spinosa Kernel OilCetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholDimethicone 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 DimethiconeDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAParfum 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 ParfumWe don't have a description for Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine yet.
Water. 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
