What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningMethyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate
EmollientDimethicone
Emollient
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingSodium Chloride
MaskingDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientDimethiconol
Emollient
Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingHydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
BHT
Antioxidant
Camellia Japonica Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Hydrolyzed Silk
Humectant
Laminaria Japonica Extract
Skin Protecting
Prunus Yedoensis Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningAngelica Keiskei Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract
Skin ConditioningOlea Europaea Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Junos Peel Extract
Skin ConditioningHibiscus Esculentus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningAlpinia Speciosa Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Methyl Trimethicone, Titanium Dioxide, Butylene Glycol, Alcohol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone, Phenyl Trimethicone, Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate, Dimethicone, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Sodium Chloride, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Aluminum Hydroxide, Dimethiconol, Disodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Hydrolyzed Collagen, BHT, Camellia Japonica Seed Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Hydrolyzed Silk, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Prunus Yedoensis Leaf Extract, Angelica Keiskei Leaf/Stem Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract, Olea Europaea Leaf Extract, Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract, Citrus Junos Peel Extract, Hibiscus Esculentus Fruit Extract, Alpinia Speciosa Leaf Extract, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499
Water
Skin ConditioningPentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Triisostearin
Skin Conditioning
Squalane
Emollient
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Trehalose
Humectant
Isodecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientPetrolatum
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Maltitol
HumectantPotassium Methoxysalicylate
BleachingHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientStearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Myristyl Myristate
Emollient
Beheneth-20
EmulsifyingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Silica
Abrasive
Theanine
EmollientDimethylacrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Crosspolymer
Microcrystalline Wax
Emulsion StabilisingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Phytosteryl Macadamiate
Skin Conditioning
Trisodium EDTA
Polyvinyl Alcohol
PEG/PPG-14/7 Dimethyl Ether
Skin ConditioningPEG/PPG-17/4 Dimethyl Ether
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
Retinyl Acetate
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Citrate
BufferingHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
BHT
Antioxidant
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
Emollient
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Metabisulfite
Antioxidant
Sodium Metaphosphate
BufferingEctoin
Skin Conditioning
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantAlpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Linalool
Perfuming
Lilium Candidum Bulb Extract
Skin ConditioningGeraniol
Perfuming
Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract
Skin ConditioningBenzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Hydrolyzed Silk
Humectant
Limonene
Perfuming
Olea Europaea Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Iris Florentina Root Extract
MaskingPaeonia Albiflora Root Extract
Skin ConditioningSanguisorba Officinalis Root Extract
CleansingCrataegus Monogyna Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningFagus Sylvatica Bud Extract
TonicPanax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Glycine
Buffering
Rubus Suavissimus Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningInositol
Humectant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Pinus Sylvestris Cone Extract
Masking
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantRosa Canina Fruit Extract
Astringent
Perilla Ocymoides Leaf Extract
TonicSerine
Masking
Zingiber Aromaticus Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Isostearic Acid
Cleansing
Hydrolyzed Yeast
Skin ConditioningBenzoic Acid
Masking
Hydrolyzed Conchiolin Protein
Skin ConditioningLauryl Betaine
CleansingPotentilla Erecta Root Extract
Skin ConditioningPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Uncaria Gambir Extract
AstringentSodium Carboxymethyl Beta-Glucan
CleansingCentaurea Cyanus Flower Extract
Astringent
Bupleurum Falcatum Root Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Benzoate
Masking
Water, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Triisostearin, Squalane, Behenyl Alcohol, Trehalose, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Petrolatum, Dimethicone, Maltitol, Potassium Methoxysalicylate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Stearyl Alcohol, Myristyl Myristate, Beheneth-20, Phenoxyethanol, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Silica, Theanine, Dimethylacrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Crosspolymer, Microcrystalline Wax, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Phytosteryl Macadamiate, Trisodium EDTA, Polyvinyl Alcohol, PEG/PPG-14/7 Dimethyl Ether, PEG/PPG-17/4 Dimethyl Ether, Tocopheryl Acetate, Parfum, Retinyl Acetate, Sodium Citrate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Alcohol, BHT, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Citric Acid, Sodium Metabisulfite, Sodium Metaphosphate, Ectoin, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, CI 77492, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Citronellol, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Linalool, Lilium Candidum Bulb Extract, Geraniol, Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract, Benzyl Benzoate, Hydrolyzed Silk, Limonene, Olea Europaea Leaf Extract, Iris Florentina Root Extract, Paeonia Albiflora Root Extract, Sanguisorba Officinalis Root Extract, Crataegus Monogyna Flower Extract, Fagus Sylvatica Bud Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Glycine, Rubus Suavissimus Leaf Extract, Inositol, Tocopherol, Pinus Sylvestris Cone Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, CI 77491, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Perilla Ocymoides Leaf Extract, Serine, Zingiber Aromaticus Extract, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Isostearic Acid, Hydrolyzed Yeast, Benzoic Acid, Hydrolyzed Conchiolin Protein, Lauryl Betaine, Potentilla Erecta Root Extract, Polysorbate 20, Uncaria Gambir Extract, Sodium Carboxymethyl Beta-Glucan, Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract, Bupleurum Falcatum Root Extract, Sodium Benzoate
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 called ethanol or ethyl alcohol. It is denatured, meaning made undrinkable for cosmetic use.
In formulas, it:
Is it bad for your skin?
The answer comes down to concentration. Patch and wash studies have found highly concentrated alcohol-based hand rubs (60-100%) cause less barrier disruption than washing with a basic detergent like SLS. The only measurable effect in these studies was a temporary dip in skin hydration.
Concentrations below 12-15% in leave-on cosmetics is generally well-tolerated. Concentrations above start to see increased transepidermal water loss (TEWL) and reduced hydration.
In concentrations about 58%, it creates temporary channels in your skin's lipid layers to become more permeable and allow other ingredients to slip through easily.
This ingredient can be up to 80% of the formula in alcohol-based perfumes.
Overall, this ingredient is probably harmless if found lower down an ingredients list but worth side-eyeing if it's high up (especially if your barrier is already struggling).
Alcohol can worsen dry skin, eczema, and oily skin, especially at higher concentrations. This is because it can increase transepidermal water loss and decrease hydration to disrupt the skin barrier.
According to the National Rosacea Society based in the US, you should be mindful of products with these alcohols in the top half of ingredients.
True allergic contact dermatitis to ethanol is uncommon, but be sure to patch test if you have dry or sensitive skin.
Learn more about AlcoholWe don't have a description for Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract yet.
BHT is a synthetic antioxidant and preservative.
As an antioxidant, it helps your body fight off free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.
As a preservative, it is used to stabilize products and prevent them from degrading. Specifically, BHT prevents degradation from oxidation.
The concerns related to BHT come from oral studies; this ingredient is currently allowed for use by both the FDA and EU.
However, it was recently restricted for use in the UK as of April 2024.
Learn more about BHTButylene 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 GlycolCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract (tea extract) is one of the most well-researched plant extracts in skincare with an impressive resume.
Black tea, green tea, and oolong tea are all harvested from the Camellia Sinensis plant.
Studies show green tea extract and its catechins (like epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG)) help your skin cells product energy more efficiently and reducing the number of free-radicals that can damage your skin from the inside.
In lab-grown skin models, this translated to younger, healthier, and stronger skin.
There's also good sun protection data; researchers saw less DNA damage and redness on human skin when green tea was applied before UVB exposure. And the more they applied, the better the protection.
Needless to say, this ingredient shouldn't replace your sunscreen. But it is a great supportive ingredient that you can already find in many sunscreens and antioxidant serums.
A 2009 study found a 2% green tea lotion was effective for mild-to-moderate acne thanks to its anti-inflammatory and mild antimicrobial activity.
The quality of the extract matters a lot here:
Good extracts contain 50-90% catechins while lower quality ones are mostly there for marketing. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the quality or source of their ingredients.
Human Repeated Insult Patch Testing showed no irritation or sensitization at use concentrations (0.86% in leave-on products and up to 30% as leaf water).
Learn more about Camellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractCi 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77491 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 77491CI 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 DimethiconeYou can find hydrolyzed silk in both haircare and skincare products. According to a manufacturer, it can help improve skin and hair hydration.
This ingredient is created by adding acid or enzymes to 'hydrolyze' silk protein.
Due to the origins of this ingredient, it is not vegan. Silk is an animal product from silkworms.
Depending on the source, this ingredient can be considered cruelty-free. It is created from left-over cocoons of silkworms. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about where their hydrolyzed silk comes from.
Learn more about Hydrolyzed SilkOlive tree leaves contain more antioxidants than olive fruit.
This is due to its rich flavonoid and polyphenol content. However, the antioxidant content varies depending on plant variety, harvesting method, leaf maturity, and extraction method.
This ingredient also has a natural fragrance. Read more about fragrance in cosmetics here.
Learn more about Olea Europaea Leaf ExtractPhenoxyethanol 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.
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. Remember to stay hydrated!
Learn more about Water
