What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Dimethicone
Emollient
Phenethyl Alcohol
Masking1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Sodium Acrylates Copolymer
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Lecithin
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Phospholipids
Skin Conditioning
Retinol
Skin Conditioning
Saccharide Isomerate
Humectant
Sodium PCA
Humectant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
Emulsifying
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Acmella Oleracea Extract
Skin ProtectingDiethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate
Skin ProtectingGlycine Soja Sterols
Emollient
Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Citrate
BufferingSodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin Conditioning
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Water, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Phenethyl Alcohol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Niacinamide, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Alcohol, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Behenyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Lecithin, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Phospholipids, Retinol, Saccharide Isomerate, Sodium PCA, Tocopheryl Acetate, Xanthan Gum, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Acmella Oleracea Extract, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Glycine Soja Sterols, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Sodium Hyaluronate, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Ceramide NP, Phenoxyethanol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Tocopherol, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Potassium Sorbate
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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.
This ingredient is a lightweight 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. Though it behaves like an oil, it is not technically one due to its chemical composition. It is very stable, resistant to oxidation, and unlikely to go rancid. In practice, that translates to a long shelf life and a consistently elegant skin feel.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this. Be sure to patch test if you have concerns.
Fractionated coconut oil and MCT Oil are both listed as Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride according to INCI. This is because INCI names are based on the ingredient’s final chemical composition and not its marketing name or source.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideRetinol is a gold-standard ingredient for anti-aging. It is a form of Vitamin A and belongs to the class of retinoids that also includes tretinoin.
Why is retinol famous?
It has the most scientific studies backing up its skin benefits out of all the non-prescription ingredients.
Retinol is proven to:
This is why retinol is effective at removing wrinkles, fading dark spots, treating acne, and reducing the appearance of pores.
Studies show retinol is less effective when exposed to UV. Be sure to look for appropriate packaging to keep your retinol potent (similar to Vitamin C).
Using retinol or any retinoids will increase sun-sensitivity in the first few months. Though studies show retinoids increase your skin's natural SPF with continuous use, it is best to always wear sunscreen and sun-protection.
We recommend speaking with a medical professional about using this ingredient during pregnancy.
Retinol may cause irritation in some people, so be sure to patch test. Experts recommend 'ramping up' retinol use: start using this ingredient once a week and work up to using it daily.
Read about Tretinoin
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