What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientTriethylhexanoin
MaskingPEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate
EmollientCellulose
AbsorbentPolyethylene
AbrasiveCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingMyristica Fragrans Extract
MaskingPanthenol
Skin ConditioningWater
Skin ConditioningGluconolactone
Skin ConditioningLactobionic Acid
BufferingHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
HumectantCitric Acid
Buffering1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
MaskingLavandula Angustifolia Oil
MaskingLimonene
PerfumingLinalool
PerfumingCetyl Ethylhexanoate, Triethylhexanoin, PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, Cellulose, Polyethylene, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Myristica Fragrans Extract, Panthenol, Water, Gluconolactone, Lactobionic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Citric Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil, Limonene, Linalool
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPEG-20 Glyceryl Isostearate
Polyethylene
AbrasivePEG-10 Isostearate
EmulsifyingSorbeth-30 Tetraoleate
EmulsifyingSorbitan Sesquioleate
EmulsifyingHouttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin ConditioningWater
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
HumectantMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
HumectantCoccinia Indica Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningLavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract
CleansingAdansonia Digitata Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningHamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningAmber Powder
Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningOcimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCurcuma Longa Root Extract
MaskingCorallina Officinalis Extract
Skin ConditioningMoringa Oleifera Seed Oil
EmollientMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract
PerfumingMyrciaria Dubia Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycyrrhiza Uralensis Root Extract
Skin ConditioningCetraria Islandica Extract
CleansingFucus Vesiculosus Extract
EmollientHimanthalia Elongata Extract
Skin ProtectingGelidium Cartilagineum Extract
Skin ProtectingLaminaria Japonica Extract
Skin ProtectingHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantLavandula Angustifolia Extract
Skin ConditioningRosmarinus Officinalis Extract
AntimicrobialThymus Vulgaris Extract
PerfumingMentha Arvensis Leaf Extract
MaskingBorago Officinalis Extract
EmollientSalvia Officinalis Leaf Extract
CleansingJasminum Officinale Extract
MaskingAnthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
MaskingPhytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
Skin ConditioningCeramide NP
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
HumectantHydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningHyaluronic Acid
HumectantHydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Potassium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
HumectantSodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
HumectantTocopherol
AntioxidantEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientParfum
MaskingCetyl Ethylhexanoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, PEG-20 Glyceryl Isostearate, Polyethylene, PEG-10 Isostearate, Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Water, Butylene Glycol, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Glycerin, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract, Adansonia Digitata Seed Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract, Amber Powder, Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract, Myrciaria Dubia Fruit Extract, Glycyrrhiza Uralensis Root Extract, Cetraria Islandica Extract, Fucus Vesiculosus Extract, Himanthalia Elongata Extract, Gelidium Cartilagineum Extract, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Lavandula Angustifolia Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract, Thymus Vulgaris Extract, Mentha Arvensis Leaf Extract, Borago Officinalis Extract, Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract, Jasminum Officinale Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Ceramide NP, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Potassium Hyaluronate, Pentylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Tocopherol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, Parfum
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
This 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 TriglycerideCaprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolCetyl Ethylhexanoate is an emollient ester. It comes from cetearyl alcohol and 2-ethylhexanoic acid.
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate is an emollient that adds a velvety feel to skin without being greasy or oily. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin, keeping your skin soft and hydrated.
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid is a form of hyaluronic acid. It is created by the hydrolysis of hyaluronic acid with a high molecular weight. Once created, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid has a low molecular weight.
Low molecular weight HA has been shown to hydrate and increase elasticity of the skin. Increasing elasticity is also associated with reduction of wrinkle depth.
One study found topical low molecular weight hyaluronic acid may be considered for the treatment of rosacea in the adult population. However, we always recommend speaking with a professional about your skin concerns.
Hyaluronic acids are a humectant. This means they draw moisture from the air. Hyaluronic acids help moisturize, soothe, and protect the skin.
Read more about other common forms of hyaluronic acid:
Learn more about Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidPolyethylene is a synthetic ingredient that helps the skin retain moisture. It is a polymer.
It is also typically used within product formulations to help bind solid ingredients together and thicken oil-based ingredients. When added to balms and emulsions, it helps increase the melting point temperature.
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. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about Water