What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingDicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientTriticum Vulgare Germ Oil
EmollientPrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
EmollientSesamum Indicum Seed Oil
EmollientSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
EmollientSclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil
HumectantGlycine Soja Oil
EmollientParfum
MaskingTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantBenzyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialGeraniol
PerfumingLinalool
PerfumingLimonene
PerfumingCitronellol
PerfumingTocopherol
AntioxidantBenzyl Salicylate
PerfumingEugenol
PerfumingCitral
PerfumingAnise Alcohol
PerfumingCitric Acid
BufferingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Triticum Vulgare Germ Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil, Glycine Soja Oil, Parfum, Tocopheryl Acetate, Benzyl Benzoate, Geraniol, Linalool, Limonene, Citronellol, Tocopherol, Benzyl Salicylate, Eugenol, Citral, Anise Alcohol, Citric Acid
Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil
EmollientCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
EmollientMacadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
EmollientLimnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin ConditioningC9-12 Alkane
SolventSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
EmollientHeptyl Undecylenate
EmollientBrassica Campestris Seed Oil
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingButyrospermum Parkii Oil
EmollientTetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
AntioxidantCananga Odorata Flower Oil
MaskingCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Oil
AstringentPelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
MaskingCitrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
MaskingRosa Damascena Flower Oil
MaskingJasminum Sambac Flower Extract
MaskingJasminum Officinale Flower Extract
MaskingHelichrysum Angustifolium Flower Oil
MaskingRosa Canina Fruit Oil
EmollientOxycoccus Palustris Seed Oil
AntioxidantVanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSalicylic Acid
MaskingIris Pallida Root Extract
MaskingPhoenix Dactylifera Fruit Extract
EmollientOenothera Biennis Oil
EmollientOlea Europaea Fruit Oil
MaskingCoffea Arabica Seed Oil
MaskingPersea Gratissima Oil
Skin ConditioningTocotrienols
Skin ConditioningEchium Plantagineum Seed Oil
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantPhytosterols
Skin ConditioningHippophae Rhamnoides Oil
EmollientVaccinium Myrtillus Seed Oil
Skin ConditioningBixa Orellana Seed Extract
MaskingCrithmum Maritimum Extract
Skin ConditioningLaminaria Ochroleuca Extract
Skin ConditioningPistacia Lentiscus Gum
MaskingLavandula Angustifolia Oil
MaskingCommiphora Myrrha Oil
MaskingCommiphora Mukul Resin Extract
Skin ConditioningPogostemon Cablin Leaf/Stem Extract
AntimicrobialGold
Cosmetic ColorantOlibanum
MaskingBrassica Campestris Sterols
EmollientVitis Vinifera Seed Oil
EmollientPrunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
MaskingTriticum Vulgare Germ Oil
EmollientSorbitan Oleate
EmulsifyingDipteryx Odorata Seed Extract
MaskingTocopherol
AntioxidantHydrogenated Vegetable Oil
EmollientDiethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate
Skin ProtectingLinalool
PerfumingBenzyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialGeraniol
PerfumingBenzyl Salicylate
PerfumingCitronellol
PerfumingFarnesol
PerfumingLimonene
PerfumingCoumarin
PerfumingBenzyl Alcohol
PerfumingBHT
AntioxidantPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeSesamum Indicum Seed Oil, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, C9-12 Alkane, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Heptyl Undecylenate, Brassica Campestris Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butyrospermum Parkii Oil, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Cananga Odorata Flower Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil, Jasminum Sambac Flower Extract, Jasminum Officinale Flower Extract, Helichrysum Angustifolium Flower Oil, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Oxycoccus Palustris Seed Oil, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract, Salicylic Acid, Iris Pallida Root Extract, Phoenix Dactylifera Fruit Extract, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Coffea Arabica Seed Oil, Persea Gratissima Oil, Tocotrienols, Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Phytosterols, Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil, Vaccinium Myrtillus Seed Oil, Bixa Orellana Seed Extract, Crithmum Maritimum Extract, Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract, Pistacia Lentiscus Gum, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Commiphora Myrrha Oil, Commiphora Mukul Resin Extract, Pogostemon Cablin Leaf/Stem Extract, Gold, Olibanum, Brassica Campestris Sterols, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Triticum Vulgare Germ Oil, Sorbitan Oleate, Dipteryx Odorata Seed Extract, Tocopherol, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Linalool, Benzyl Benzoate, Geraniol, Benzyl Salicylate, Citronellol, Farnesol, Limonene, Coumarin, Benzyl Alcohol, BHT, Phenoxyethanol
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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.
Benzyl Benzoate is usually created from the condensation of benzoic acid and benzyl alcohol. It is used as a preservative, solvent, and has a floral/balsamic scent in large amounts.
As a preservative, Benzyl Benzoate works against bacteria and fungus. It is often used to treat scabies and lice in medicine.
Solvents are used to keep ingredients together in a product. They can help dissolve ingredients to stable bases or help evenly distribute ingredients throughout the product.
Due to its fragrance, Benzyl Benzoate can be sensitizing and may cause contact dermatitis. It is a known EU allergen. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Benzyl Benzoate can be naturally found in cranberries and peaches.
Learn more about Benzyl BenzoateBenzyl Salicylate is a solvent and fragrance additive. It is an ester of benzyl alcohol and salicylic acid. This ingredient can be naturally found in some plants and plant extracts.
In fragrances, Benzyl Salicylate may be a solvent or a fragrance component. In synthetic musk scents, it is used as a solvent. For floral fragrances such as lilac and jasmine, it is used as a fragrance component. The natural scent of Benzyl Salicylate is described as "lightly-sweet, slightly balsamic".
While Benzyl Salicylate has been associated with contact dermatitis and allergies, emerging studies show it may not be caused by this ingredient alone.
However, this ingredient is often used with fragrances and other components that may cause allergies. It is still listed as a known allergen in the EU. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Another study from 2021 shows Benzyl Salicylate may have anti-inflammatory properties.
Learn more about Benzyl SalicylateThis ingredient is an 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.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCitronellol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is often derived from plants such as roses. In fact, it can be found in many essential oils including geranium, lavender, neroli, and more. The scent of Citronellol is often described as "fresh, grassy, and citrus-like".
Since the Citronellol molecule is already unstable, Citronellol becomes irritating on the skin when exposed to air.
Citronellol is a modified terpene. Terpenes are unsaturated hydrocarbons found in plants. They make up the primary part of essential oils.
Citronellol is not able to be absorbed into deeper layers of the skin. It has low permeability,
Citronellol is also a natural insect repellent.
Learn more about CitronellolGeraniol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is the main component of citronellol. It is a monoterpenoid and an alcohol.
Monoterpenes are naturally found in many parts of different plants.
Geraniol can be found in many essential oils including Rose Oil and Citronella Oil. The scent of Geraniol is often described as "rose-like". Many foods also contain Geraniol for fruit flavoring.
Geraniol can irritate the skin when exposed to air. However, irritation depends on the ability of geraniol to penetrate into the skin. In general, geraniol is not able to penetrate skin easily.
Geraniol is colorless and has low water-solubility. However, it is soluble in common organic solvents.
Like citronellol, it is a natural insect repellent.
2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, (2E)-
Learn more about GeraniolHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil derived from the seeds of a Sunflower. Sunflower seed oil is non-fragrant. It is an emollient, meaning it helps to soften the skin.
Sunflower seed oil contains many fatty acids. The fatty acids found in sunflower seeds include (from highest amount to least): linoleic acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid, arachidic acid, oleic acid, and linolenic acid.
These fatty acids help the skin create ceramides. Ceramides play a role in repairing the skin barrier.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil helps moisturize the skin. This in turn helps the skin look more rejuvenated and smoother.
Sunflowers are rich in vitamin E.
Historians believe Indigenous cultures of North America domesticated sunflowers before corn. Thus they relied on sunflower oil for a variety of uses. One such use is moisturizing skin and hair.
Sunflower seed oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed OilLimonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about LimoneneLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolSesame oil comes from sesame seeds. Sesame oil is rich in fatty acids and Vitamin E.
It has antibacterial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties. The phenolic compounds of this ingredient (including vitamin E) give it these properties.
Unrefined sesame oil has a comedogenic rating of 3, while refined sesame oil has a rating of 1. This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
The fatty acids in sesame oil include linoleic acid (41%), oleic acid (39%), palmitic acid (8%), stearic acid (5%), and some small traces of others.
Learn more about Sesamum Indicum Seed OilThis oil comes from the seeds of the desert shrub called Jojoba. It is more commonly known as jojoba oil, a non-comedogenic oil.
Jojoba oil does not contain fragrance and has many fatty-acids, making it a great soothing ingredient.
It also contains Vitamin E, a great moisturizing ingredient. Vitamin E is also an antioxidant and protects your skin against oxidative damage.
This ingredient humectant properties, meaning it helps draw moisture from the air. This helps keep your skin hydrated.
While jojoba has antibacterial properties, it is only able to kill some strains of bacteria.
Studies also show it helps in wound healing. In fact, Indigenous cultures have used jojoba as a moisturizer and to help treat burns for centuries.
Fun fact: Jojoba oil similar to natural human skin sebum, so it has a great effect on dry skin. It is also promising with helping to regulate sebum production.
Due to its fatty acid content, Jojoba oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Simmondsia Chinensis Seed OilTocopherol (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 AcetateWheatgerm oil is a yellow/reddish oil derived from germs on the common wheat. It is rich in Vitamin E, an ingredient with many skin benefits.
About 80% of the oil is made up of fatty acids. The majority of these include linoleic acid and linolenic acid.
Studies show this oil can aid in wound healing and soothing inflammation.
This ingredient may not be acne or fungal-acne safe.
Sometimes, the Vitamin E derived from wheat germ can contain gluten. However, most plant derived oil is processed to remove all proteins.
Learn more about Triticum Vulgare Germ Oil