What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Triethylhexanoin
MaskingGlycerin
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Squalane
Emollient
Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
Emollient
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientPolyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
Emulsifying
Trisiloxane
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Pentaerythrityl Distearate
Emulsifying
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Polyglycerin-3
Humectant
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingParfum
Masking
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
Hydrolyzed Ginseng Saponins
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin
MaskingPropanediol
Solvent
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Methoxy PEG-114/Polyepsilon Caprolactone
BufferingDaucus Carota Sativa Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Bioflavonoids
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Proanthocyanidin
Antioxidant
Honey
Humectant
Limonene
Perfuming
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Rehmannia Glutinosa Root Extract
Skin ConditioningPaeonia Lactiflora Root Extract
Skin ConditioningLilium Candidum Bulb Extract
Skin ConditioningPolygonatum Odoratum Rhizome Extract
Skin ConditioningLinalool
Perfuming
Panax Ginseng Berry Extract
Skin Conditioning
Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningPanax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Beta-Carotene
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Polyaspartate
HumectantCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Sodium Methyl Stearoyl Taurate
CleansingAcetyl Heptapeptide-4
Humectant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingAcetyl Octapeptide-3
Humectant
Water, Butylene Glycol, Triethylhexanoin, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Squalane, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Trisiloxane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Diisostearyl Malate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Pentaerythrityl Distearate, Behenyl Alcohol, Polyglycerin-3, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Parfum, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Hydrolyzed Ginseng Saponins, Glyceryl Caprylate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Propanediol, Sorbitan Isostearate, Polysorbate 60, Methoxy PEG-114/Polyepsilon Caprolactone, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract, Benzyl Salicylate, Bioflavonoids, Hydrolyzed Proanthocyanidin, Honey, Limonene, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Rehmannia Glutinosa Root Extract, Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract, Lilium Candidum Bulb Extract, Polygonatum Odoratum Rhizome Extract, Linalool, Panax Ginseng Berry Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Beta-Carotene, Tocopherol, Phytosphingosine, Sodium Polyaspartate, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Methyl Stearoyl Taurate, Acetyl Heptapeptide-4, Citric Acid, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Sodium Hydroxide, Acetyl Octapeptide-3
Water
Skin ConditioningPanthenol 10%
Skin Conditioning
Squalane
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Bambusa Vulgaris Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters
Skin Conditioning
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Tromethamine
BufferingDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningMadecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Copper Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Water, Panthenol 10%, Squalane, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Bambusa Vulgaris Extract, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Hydroxyacetophenone, Tromethamine, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan Gum, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hyaluronate, Madecassoside, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Madecassic Acid, Copper Tripeptide-1
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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.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Ā
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservativesĀ
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer (let's call it AAVC for short) is a synthetically created polymer. It's used as a film-forming agent and used to thicken the consistency of products.
AAVC is able to increase the consistency and viscosity of products due to its large molecule size. It also prevents ingredients from separating.
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 GlycolDisodium 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 EDTAEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Squalane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.
Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.
Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.
Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).
In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.
The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.
Is squalane vegan?
This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.
Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.
Read more about squalene with an "e".
Is squalane an oil?
Squalane is often called an oil, but itās technically not; itās a hydrocarbon, meaning itās only made of carbon and hydrogen, unlike true oils which are triglycerides made of fatty acids and glycerol.
The term āoil-freeā isnāt regulated, so companies can define it however they want. Some exclude all oils, while others just avoid mineral oil or comedogenic oils.
While some people avoid oils thinking they cause breakouts, the right kind of oil (or oil-like ingredient like squalane) can actually help balance and hydrate your skin. Itās worth testing out simple oils or squalane to see what works best for your skin.
Learn more about SqualaneWater. 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
