This hydrating serum is formulated around Panthenol and Squalane to hydrate skin and strengthen the skin barrier.
This barrier-repair serum is formulated around Panthenol and Hexapeptide-11 to strengthen the skin barrier and calm redness.
What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
HumectantPropanediol
SolventDipropylene Glycol
Humectant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningSqualane
EmollientAcetyl Glucosamine
Skin ConditioningBetaine
HumectantGlucose
HumectantGlycerin
HumectantGlucuronic Acid
BufferingFructooligosaccharides
HumectantFructose
HumectantChondrus Crispus Extract
Skin ConditioningChlorella Vulgaris Extract
Skin ConditioningSaccharum Officinarum Extract
MoisturisingTheobroma Cacao Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingHydroxyproline
Skin ConditioningProline
Skin ConditioningAllantoin
Skin ConditioningAdenosine
Skin ConditioningGlycine
BufferingBeta-Glucan
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
AntioxidantSodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine
HumectantDextrin
AbsorbentXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
Water, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, Dipropylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Panthenol, Pentylene Glycol, Squalane, Acetyl Glucosamine, Betaine, Glucose, Glycerin, Glucuronic Acid, Fructooligosaccharides, Fructose, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Theobroma Cacao Extract, Sodium Polyacrylate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Hydroxyproline, Proline, Allantoin, Adenosine, Glycine, Beta-Glucan, Tocopherol, Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine, Dextrin, Xanthan Gum, Disodium EDTA
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventGlycereth-26
Humectant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
HumectantTromethamine
BufferingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingBetaine
HumectantXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
Lecithin
EmollientAcetyl Glutamine
Skin ConditioningAspalathus Linearis Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientBacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract
Skin ConditioningOligopeptide-1
Skin ConditioningFolic Acid
Skin ConditioningHexapeptide-11
Skin ConditioningOligopeptide-2
Skin ConditioningOligopeptide-3
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
CleansingCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialPyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningFragaria Chiloensis Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningVaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract
Skin ProtectingArctostaphylos Uva-Ursi Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningRubus Fruticosus Fruit Extract
AstringentMadecassoside
AntioxidantAsiaticoside
AntioxidantMadecassic Acid
Skin ConditioningAsiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningWater, Propanediol, Glycereth-26, 1,2-Hexanediol, Panthenol, Butylene Glycol, Tromethamine, Carbomer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Betaine, Xanthan Gum, Disodium EDTA, Lecithin, Acetyl Glutamine, Aspalathus Linearis Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Caprylyl Glycol, Bacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Oligopeptide-1, Folic Acid, Hexapeptide-11, Oligopeptide-2, Oligopeptide-3, Centella Asiatica Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Fragaria Chiloensis Fruit Extract, Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract, Arctostaphylos Uva-Ursi Leaf Extract, Rubus Fruticosus Fruit Extract, Madecassoside, Asiaticoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiatic Acid
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
Betaine is a humectant. Like hyaluronic acid, it helps attract and retain moisture in the skin. It’s known for being gentle and for helping the skin maintain balanced hydration.
Betaine is mainly used to improve hydration and support calmer skin. It helps skin cells regulate water balance because it functions as an osmolyte.
Some studies suggest betaine may support making skin tone more even.
Fun fact: Betaine naturally exists in the skin and the body. In cosmetic products, it can be either plant-derived (most commonly from sugar beets) or synthetically produced for consistency and stability.
Betaine is also known as trimethylglycine.
Learn more about BetaineButylene 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 GlycolDisodium EDTA is a chelating agent. It grabs onto and deactivates metal ions that sneak into your products from water, packaging, or air.
This ingredient mainly works behind the scenes and helps with:
On top of that, this ingredient can counteract the effects of hard water by binding to the minerals in it.
One thing worth knowing is that Disodium EDTA has been shown to be a mild penetration enhancer. It can help other ingredients absorb into skin more effectively which can be a double-edged sword (great for actives, but can also make the active too strong if you have sensitive skin).
Clinical patch testing showed no significant skin irritation at typical use concentrations and minimal dermal absorption.
You'll most likely see this ingredient near the end of an ingredient list. It's typically found in concentrations less than 1%.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAPanthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
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 PropanediolWater. 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!
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