What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Mandelic Acid 5%
Antimicrobial
Lactic Acid 5%
Buffering
Ethoxydiglycol
Humectant3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid 2%
Skin Conditioning
Arginine
Masking
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingSalicylic Acid 1%
Masking
Lecithin
Emollient
Acetyl Glutamine
Skin ConditioningSh-Oligopeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Oligopeptide-2
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Polypeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Polypeptide-9
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Polypeptide-11
Bacillus
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Olive Oil PEG-7 Esters
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingPullulan
Curcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Centella Asiatica Callus Conditioned Media
Skin Conditioning
Ilex Paraguariensis Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Sodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningSodium Metabisulfite
Antioxidant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Water, Glycerin, Mandelic Acid 5%, Lactic Acid 5%, Ethoxydiglycol, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid 2%, Arginine, Sodium Hydroxide, Salicylic Acid 1%, Lecithin, Acetyl Glutamine, Sh-Oligopeptide-1, Sh-Oligopeptide-2, Sh-Polypeptide-1, Sh-Polypeptide-9, Sh-Polypeptide-11, Bacillus, Sodium Hyaluronate, Caprylyl Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Olive Oil PEG-7 Esters, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan Gum, Sclerotium Gum, Pullulan, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Centella Asiatica Callus Conditioned Media, Ilex Paraguariensis Leaf Extract, Sodium Gluconate, Sodium Metabisulfite, Citric Acid
Water
Skin ConditioningGluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Potassium Lactate
BufferingPropanediol
Solvent
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Sophora Flavescens Root Extract
Antioxidant
Glycyrrhiza Inflata Root Extract
Skin ConditioningScutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentOctyldodecanol
Emollient
Leptospermum Scoparium Branch/Leaf Oil
Tonic
Piper Nigrum Fruit Extract
Perfuming
Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract
AntimicrobialAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Betaine
Humectant
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
DMDM Hydantoin
Preservative
Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
Preservative
Disodium EDTA
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingTriethanolamine
BufferingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
Water, Gluconolactone, Potassium Lactate, Propanediol, Salicylic Acid, Centella Asiatica Extract, Polysorbate 20, Butylene Glycol, Sophora Flavescens Root Extract, Glycyrrhiza Inflata Root Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Octyldodecanol, Leptospermum Scoparium Branch/Leaf Oil, Piper Nigrum Fruit Extract, Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Betaine, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Allantoin, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Sodium Hyaluronate, DMDM Hydantoin, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hydroxide, Triethanolamine, Tocopheryl Acetate, Parfum
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Butylene 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 GlycolSalicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is a well-known ingredient for treating skin that struggles with acne and clogged pores. It exfoliates both the skin's surface and deep within the pores to help clear out buildup, control oil, and reduce inflammation.
Unlike AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids), salicylic acid is oil-soluble. This allows it to penetrate into pores which makes it especially effective for treating blackheads and preventing future breakouts.
Salicylic acid is also known for its soothing properties. It has a similar structure to aspirin and can calm inflamed or irritated skin, making it a good option for acne-prone skin that is also sensitive.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing this ingredient into your routine.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun sensitivity, itβs still important to wear sunscreen daily to protect your skin.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidSodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateSodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideWater. 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 Water
