What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingPolyacrylamide
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningC13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Caffeine
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingLycium Barbarum Fruit Extract
Astringent
Disodium EDTA
Laureth-7
EmulsifyingTerminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
CI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Propylene Glycol, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Dimethiconol, Carbomer, Polyacrylamide, Sodium Hydroxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Caffeine, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Xanthan Gum, Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract, Disodium EDTA, Laureth-7, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract, CI 15985
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
EmollientVitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Polyacrylamide
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantSodium Citrate
BufferingC13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantGlycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate
HumectantLaureth-7
EmulsifyingCitric Acid
Buffering
Propanediol
Solvent
Erythritol
Humectant
Lecithin
Emollient
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Hibiscus Esculentus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningAphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Extract
HumectantDaucus Carota Sativa Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
CI 75130
Cosmetic ColorantTocopherol
Antioxidant
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Coffea Arabica Seed Extract
Masking
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Water, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Cyclohexasiloxane, Polyacrylamide, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Mica, Sodium Citrate, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Phenoxyethanol, CI 77891, Glycine Soja Oil, Benzyl Alcohol, Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate, Laureth-7, Citric Acid, Propanediol, Erythritol, Lecithin, CI 77491, Titanium Dioxide, Hibiscus Esculentus Fruit Extract, Aphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Extract, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract, CI 75130, Tocopherol, Potassium Sorbate, Coffea Arabica Seed Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Tin Oxide, Sodium Benzoate
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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.
This ingredient is also known as "C13-14 Isoalkane".
C13-14 Isoparaffin is created from petroleum-based mineral oils. It is an emollient and helps thicken a product.
As an emollient, it helps keep the skin soft and smooth by creating a barrier on top. This barrier traps moisture in, keeping the skin hydrated.
C13-14 Isoparaffin may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about C13-14 IsoparaffinDimethicone 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 DimethiconeGlycerin (or glycerol) is a compound naturally found in your skin. It's a powerhouse humectant that pulls water into the stratum corneum.
Topically, glycerin does several things at once:
Your skin makes glycerin on its own (mostly from sebaceous oil breakdown) and shuttles it to your outermost layer of skin, or your epidermis, via aquaporin-3.
Aquaporin-3 is a transporter that is essential for normal skin hydration, elasticity, and repair. Interestingly, mice lacking in AQP3 have dry and less elastic skin that can be fully corrected with glycerin.
This ingredient is non-irritating, plays well with almost every ingredient, and works across all skin types. Typical use is anywhere between 3-10% but can go up to 79% in some leave-on products.
Just know very high concentrations (>40%) can feel tacky in low humidity.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinLaureth-7 is created by the ethoxylation of lauryl alcohol using ethylene oxide. Lauryl alcohol is a fatty alcohol with hydrating properties.
This ingredient is an emulsifier and cleansing ingredient. As an emulsifier, it is used to prevent ingredients from separating. It also helps cleanse the skin by gathering dirt, oil, and pollutants to be rinsed away.
Phenoxyethanol 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.
Polyacrylamide is a synthetic polymer. It is used to stabilize products and bind ingredients. When hydrated, Polyacrylamide forms a soft gel.
Polyacrylamide is low-toxicity. If source properly, it is deemed safe to use in cosmetics.
It should be noted the precursor to Polyacrylamide is acrylamide. Acrylamide is a carcinogen. Most reputable sources of Polyacrylamide will screen for residual acrylamide to make sure the count is in a safe range. Acrylamide is not able to be absorbed through the skin.
We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about PolyacrylamideSodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (SAP) is a water-soluble form of Vitamin C. It is the salt of ascorbic acid.
This ingredient is commonly used in skincare because it's more formulation-stable while still offering the same benefits as pure ascorbic acid. Ascorbic acid is notorious for breaking down when exposed to sunlight and oxygen whereas SAP has been shown to be more stable.
Studies show SAP has anti-acne and antioxidant benefits. One study found 5% of SAP lotion to be an effective ingredient for treating acne vulgaris. This is because research shows that SAP may help control acne by reducing acne-causing bacteria and slowing the oxidation of skin oils caused by UV exposure.
In addition to acne, vitamin C is important for skin structure. Lab studies suggest SAP may support collagen production in skin cells, making it a great ingredient in anti-aging routines.
Vitamin C has many benefits: it helps reduce redness, improve skin texture, fade the appearance of dark spots, and brighten the skin.
Read more about other types of Vitamin C:
Learn more about Sodium Ascorbyl PhosphateTerminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract is from the Kakadu plum. The Kakadu plum is native to northern Australia. The Kakadu plum holds the record for having the highest amount of natural vitamin C.
This ingredient is an antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are capable of damaging our cells and other genetic material. Antioxidants help stabilize free-radicals and thus may reduce the signs of aging.
The high vitamin C content of Kakadu plum also helps lighten skin. Vitamin C has been shown to block the process of skin darkening that leads to hyperpigmentation.
Kakadu plums have been used by indigenous cultures as medicine to help treat colds and as an antiseptic.
Learn more about Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit ExtractWater. 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
