What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningOlea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Avena Sativa Kernel Meal
Abrasive
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Betaine
Humectant
Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Carrageenan
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
Levulinic Acid
Perfuming
Parfum
Masking
Sodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingSodium Levulinate
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Bisabolol
Masking
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
Skin Conditioning
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Citric Acid
Buffering
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingDehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Water, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Glycerin, Propanediol, Avena Sativa Kernel Meal, Cetearyl Alcohol, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Betaine, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, Sodium Polyacrylate, Carrageenan, Benzyl Alcohol, Jojoba Esters, Levulinic Acid, Parfum, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Sodium Levulinate, Tocopherol, Bisabolol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Citric Acid, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Extract, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Hydroxide, Dehydroacetic Acid
Water
Skin ConditioningKaolin
Abrasive
Glycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Brassica Campestris Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Hypnea Musciformis Extract
Skin ProtectingCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
CI 77288
Cosmetic ColorantArachidyl Alcohol
EmollientCeteareth-20
Cleansing
Sargassum Filipendula Extract
Skin ProtectingInulin
Skin ConditioningLactococcus Ferment Lysate
Skin ConditioningSorbitol
Humectant
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil
Perfuming
Carrageenan
Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Arachidyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingGelidiella Acerosa Extract
Skin ProtectingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingLens Esculenta Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningVitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Yogurt
Skin ProtectingCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Masking
Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Lactate
BufferingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningCharcoal Powder
Abrasive
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Extract
Emulsion Stabilising
Santalum Album Extract
CleansingCucumis Melo Cantalupensis Fruit Extract
AstringentPrunus Armeniaca Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium PCA
Humectant
Glucose
Humectant
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Coffea Arabica Seed Extract
Masking
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract
Astringent
Passiflora Incarnata Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Grandis Fruit Extract
Astringent
Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract
EmollientCucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
Emollient
Spirulina Maxima Extract
SmoothingVanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Ananas Sativus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningEuterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
Citrus Limon Peel Extract
EmollientMorinda Citrifolia Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningRubus Idaeus Fruit Extract
AstringentPunica Granatum Juice Extract
Skin ConditioningRose Extract
Skin ConditioningButter Extract
Emollient
Cananga Odorata Flower Extract
Perfuming
Garcinia Mangostana Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Chloride
Masking
Silybum Marianum Extract
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Sodium Metabisulfite
Antioxidant
Limonene
Perfuming
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Water, Kaolin, Glycerin, Propanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetearyl Alcohol, Brassica Campestris Seed Oil, Hypnea Musciformis Extract, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, CI 77288, Arachidyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Sargassum Filipendula Extract, Inulin, Lactococcus Ferment Lysate, Sorbitol, Behenyl Alcohol, Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil, Carrageenan, Citrullus Lanatus Fruit Extract, Arachidyl Glucoside, Gelidiella Acerosa Extract, Xanthan Gum, Lens Esculenta Fruit Extract, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Yogurt, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Lactate, Tocopherol, Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Charcoal Powder, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Extract, Santalum Album Extract, Cucumis Melo Cantalupensis Fruit Extract, Prunus Armeniaca Fruit Extract, Sodium PCA, Glucose, Lactic Acid, Coffea Arabica Seed Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract, Passiflora Incarnata Fruit Extract, Citrus Grandis Fruit Extract, Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Spirulina Maxima Extract, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract, Ananas Sativus Fruit Extract, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon Peel Extract, Morinda Citrifolia Fruit Extract, Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract, Punica Granatum Juice Extract, Rose Extract, Butter Extract, Cananga Odorata Flower Extract, Garcinia Mangostana Fruit Extract, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Extract, Sodium Chloride, Silybum Marianum Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Metabisulfite, Limonene, Hydroxycitronellal
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Carrageenan comes from red seaweed or algae. It is made up of polysaccharides and a highly flexible compound. Red algae cell walls are rich in carrageenan.
In cosmetics, it helps to thicken the texture. Studies show carrageenan extracted from red algae possess antioxidant properties. Components found in carrageenan include: lipids, fatty acids, Vitamin E, proteins, and several amino acids.
Learn more about different types of algae.
Carrageenan is also commonly used in medicine and food. It is a vegan alternative to animal-based gelatin.
Learn more about CarrageenanCetearyl 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 AlcoholGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinPropanediol 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 PropanediolPrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Extract is the extract from dried sweet almond seeds.
Almonds contain healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals. It is a rich source of Vitamin E, a great antioxidant and skin conditioning ingredient. Sweet almond oil contains fatty acids such as linolenic acid and triglycerides.
Prunus amygdalus dulcis is native to Iran.
Learn more about Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed ExtractTocopherol (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 TocopherolWater. 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 WaterXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan Gum
