What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Zinc PCA
Humectant
Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Salix Alba Bark Water
Astringent
Pyrus Malus Fruit Water
MaskingArginine
Masking
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium PCA
Humectant
Sodium Acetate
BufferingIsopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Avena Sativa Leaf Extract
AstringentCucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
Emollient
Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningAesculus Hippocastanum Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningYeast Extract
Skin Conditioning
Ammonium Glycyrrhizate
MaskingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin Conditioning
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTetrasodium EDTA
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Water, Niacinamide, Zinc PCA, Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract, Salix Alba Bark Water, Pyrus Malus Fruit Water, Arginine, Allantoin, Panthenol, Sodium PCA, Sodium Acetate, Isopropyl Alcohol, Salicylic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid, Avena Sativa Leaf Extract, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract, Aesculus Hippocastanum Seed Extract, Yeast Extract, Ammonium Glycyrrhizate, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Polysorbate 20, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tetrasodium EDTA, Sodium Benzoate, 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.
Hydroxyethylcellulose is used to improve the texture of products. It is created from a chemical reaction involving ethylene oxide and alkali-cellulose. Cellulose is a sugar found in plant cell walls and help give plants structure.
This ingredient helps stabilize products by preventing ingredients from separating. It can also help thicken the texture of a product.
This ingredient can also be found in pill medicines to help our bodies digest other ingredients.
Learn more about HydroxyethylcellulosePhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Polysorbate 20 is made by combining ethoxylation of sorbitan, ethylene oxide, and lauric acid. It is a mild cleansing agent, surfactant, and emulsifier.
As a surfactant, it helps collect dirt and oils for washing. Emulsifiers prevent oils and water from separating.
Polysorbate 20 also adds scent to a product. Since it is made using sorbitol, it has a sweet scent. Sorbitol can also be found in fruits such as apples and peaches.
The lauric acid used to create Polysorbate 20 is often derived from coconuts.
Polysorbate 20 may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 20Salicylic 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 AcidWater. 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!
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