What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
SmoothingPropanediol
SolventAlcohol Denat.
AntimicrobialCetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientCalamine
AbsorbentDimethicone
EmollientGlyceryl Stearate
EmollientPEG-100 Stearate
Polysorbate 60
EmulsifyingCetearyl Alcohol
EmollientArachidyl Alcohol
EmollientBehenyl Alcohol
EmollientArachidyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingSorbitan Stearate
EmulsifyingAllantoin
Skin ConditioningSalicylic Acid
MaskingLactic Acid
BufferingZinc PCA
HumectantBisabolol
MaskingMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
AntioxidantCitrus Species Leaf Oil
PerfumingMethylpropanediol
SolventLaurylpyridinium Chloride
AntimicrobialPolyacrylate-13
Polyisobutene
Polysorbate 20
EmulsifyingTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantPEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
EmulsifyingWater, Niacinamide, Propanediol, Alcohol Denat., Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Calamine, Dimethicone, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Polysorbate 60, Cetearyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Alcohol, Behenyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Glucoside, Sorbitan Stearate, Allantoin, Salicylic Acid, Lactic Acid, Zinc PCA, Bisabolol, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Citrus Species Leaf Oil, Methylpropanediol, Laurylpyridinium Chloride, Polyacrylate-13, Polyisobutene, Polysorbate 20, Tocopheryl Acetate, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
HumectantCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingBetaine
HumectantNiacinamide
SmoothingIsohexadecane
Emollient1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-10 Distearate
EmulsifyingIsododecane
EmollientGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientMentha Piperita Oil
MaskingPalmitic Acid
EmollientStearic Acid
CleansingSodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentTocopherol
AntioxidantC13-15 Alkane
SolventAllantoin
Skin ConditioningArginine
MaskingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingMyristoyl/Palmitoyl Oxostearamide/Arachamide Mea
Skin ConditioningBeta-Glucan
Skin ConditioningDipropylene Glycol
HumectantSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantMenthol
MaskingPropanediol
SolventButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin ConditioningCapryloyl Salicylic Acid
ExfoliatingCitric Acid
BufferingGluconolactone
Skin ConditioningSalicylic Acid
MaskingVitis Vinifera Seed Oil
EmollientPanthenol
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Glucoside
HumectantEucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
PerfumingMentha Viridis Leaf Oil
AstringentButylene Glycol
HumectantSodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
HumectantEriobotrya Japonica Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans
HumectantMentha Arvensis Extract
MaskingMentha Viridis Extract
MaskingBenzyl Glycol
SolventHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
HumectantHydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
HumectantHyaluronic Acid
HumectantRaspberry Ketone
MaskingWater, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Betaine, Niacinamide, Isohexadecane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polyglyceryl-10 Distearate, Isododecane, Glyceryl Caprylate, Mentha Piperita Oil, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Sodium Polyacrylate, Tocopherol, C13-15 Alkane, Allantoin, Arginine, Carbomer, Myristoyl/Palmitoyl Oxostearamide/Arachamide Mea, Beta-Glucan, Dipropylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Menthol, Propanediol, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Citric Acid, Gluconolactone, Salicylic Acid, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Panthenol, Glyceryl Glucoside, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Eriobotrya Japonica Leaf Extract, Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans, Mentha Arvensis Extract, Mentha Viridis Extract, Benzyl Glycol, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid, Raspberry Ketone
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Allantoin is a soothing ingredient known for its protective and moisturizingg properties. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.
Studies show higher concentrations of this ingredient can promote wound healing.
Though it can be derived from the comfrey plant, allantoin is produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Learn more about AllantoinNiacinamide is a multitasking form of vitamin B3 that strengthens the skin barrier, reduces pores and dark spots, regulates oil, and improves signs of aging.
And the best part? It's gentle and well-tolerated by most skin types, including sensitive and reactive skin.
You might have heard of "niacin flush", or the reddening of skin that causes itchiness. Niacinamide has not been found to cause this.
In very rare cases, some individuals may not be able to tolerate niacinamide at all or experience an allergic reaction to it.
If you are experiencing flaking, irritation, and dryness with this ingredient, be sure to double check all your products as this ingredient can be found in all categories of skincare.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
When you apply niacinamide to your skin, your body converts it into nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD). NAD is an essential coenzyme that is already found in your cells as "fuel" and powers countless biological processes.
In your skin, NAD helps repair cell damage, produce new healthy cells, support collagen production, strengthen the skin barrier, and fight environmental stressors (like UV and pollution).
Our natural NAD levels start to decline with age, leading to slower skin repair, visible aging, and a weaker skin barrier. By providing your skin niacinamide, you're recharging your skin's NAD levels. This leads to stronger, healthier, and younger looking skin.
Another name for vitamin B3 is nicotinamide. This vitamin is water-soluble and our bodies don't store it. We obtain Vitamin B3 from either food or skincare. Meat, fish, wheat, yeast, and leafy greens contain vitamin B3.
The type of niacinamide used in skincare is synthetically created.
Learn more about NiacinamidePropanediol 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 PropanediolSalicylic 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, it’s 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!
Learn more about Water