What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 2.3%
UV Absorber
Homosalate 6.6%
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexyl Salicylate 4.5%
UV Absorber
Water
Skin ConditioningSaccharomyces/Rice Ferment Filtrate
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
Solvent
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Cladosiphon Okamuranus Extract
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine
Emulsifying
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Ectoin
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Hydroxide
BufferingSilica
Abrasive
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantButyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 2.3%, Homosalate 6.6%, Ethylhexyl Salicylate 4.5%, Water, Saccharomyces/Rice Ferment Filtrate, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Propanediol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Cladosiphon Okamuranus Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine, Tocopherol, Ectoin, Caprylyl Glycol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Parfum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hydroxide, Silica, Phenoxyethanol, CI 77491
Zinc Oxide 15.98%
Cosmetic Colorant
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Propanediol
Solvent
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialPolyglyceryl-6 Stearate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Arachidyl Alcohol
Emollient
Squalane
Emollient
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Glucoside
Humectant
Xylitylglucoside
Humectant
Bioflavonoids
Skin ConditioningBisabolol
Antioxidant
Xylitol
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12
Skin Conditioning
Brassica Oleracea Italica Extract
AstringentCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Pinus Pinaster Bark Extract
Antioxidant
Artemisia Annua Extract
MaskingCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Ubiquinone
Antioxidant
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Anhydroxylitol
Humectant
Arachidyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingAstaxanthin
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Lecithin
Emollient
Isostearic Acid
Cleansing
Coco-Glucoside
Cleansing
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate
Emulsion Stabilising
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
Emollient
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Pectin
Emulsion Stabilising1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Sodium Citrate
BufferingPolyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingHydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingStearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingHaematococcus Pluvialis Oil
Antioxidant
Propylene Carbonate
SolventCarrageenan
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantZinc Oxide 15.98%, Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Propanediol, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Arachidyl Alcohol, Squalane, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Panthenol, Glyceryl Glucoside, Xylitylglucoside, Bioflavonoids, Bisabolol, Xylitol, Butylene Glycol, Ceramide NP, Hydroxyacetophenone, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12, Brassica Oleracea Italica Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Pinus Pinaster Bark Extract, Artemisia Annua Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Ubiquinone, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Allantoin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Anhydroxylitol, Arachidyl Glucoside, Astaxanthin, Tocopherol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Lecithin, Isostearic Acid, Coco-Glucoside, Behenyl Alcohol, Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sorbitan Isostearate, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Pectin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Sodium Citrate, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Haematococcus Pluvialis Oil, Propylene Carbonate, Carrageenan, CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499
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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.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of the aloe, Aloe barbadensis, Liliaceae.
Aloe is one of the most well-known natural soothing ingredients, and for good reason. It’s full of water and has a cooling, calming effect on the skin, especially when it’s sunburned, itchy, or irritated. Aloe also helps your skin stay hydrated and smooth by mimicking what healthy skin naturally produces. On top of that, it contains vitamins and nutrients that support skin recovery.Â
It doesn’t protect you from the sun, but it can help your skin bounce back after too much time in it.
Let’s get into the details:
Aloe contains antioxidant Vitamins A, C, and E, which help fight off free radicals (unstable molecules from things like pollution that can damage your skin).
It’s also rich in polysaccharides, which are natural sugars that help hydrate the skin by acting like the skin’s own moisturizing agents. These, along with other sugars like monosaccharides, help form a protective barrier that locks in moisture.
Aloe works as both a humectant and an emollient. That means it draws water into the skin (humectant) and helps trap it there (emollient), making it an effective natural moisturizer.
You’ll also find a mix of other skin-supporting ingredients in aloe, including folic acid, choline, calcium, amino acids, fatty acids, and even Vitamin B12.
Out of the 420+ species of aloe, Aloe barbadensis is the most widely used in skincare products thanks to its gentle yet effective properties.
There are over 420 species of aloe but Aloe Barbadensis is the most commonly used for topical products.
Learn more about Aloe Barbadensis Leaf ExtractButylene 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 ExtractThis ingredient is a lightweight emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid. Though it behaves like an oil, it is not technically one due to its chemical composition. It is very stable, resistant to oxidation, and unlikely to go rancid. In practice, that translates to a long shelf life and a consistently elegant skin feel.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this. Be sure to patch test if you have concerns.
Fractionated coconut oil and MCT Oil are both listed as Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride according to INCI. This is because INCI names are based on the ingredient’s final chemical composition and not its marketing name or source.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCi 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 77491Ethylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Learn more about EthylhexylglycerinPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolTocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateWater. 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!
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