What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantTrimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Dimethicone
Emollient
Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Methyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantPEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Polypropylsilsesquioxane
Isododecane
EmollientOctyldodecanol
Emollient
Magnesium Sulfate
Boron Nitride
AbsorbentPolyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientPolyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantStearic Acid
Cleansing
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Alumina
Abrasive
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Propylene Carbonate
SolventPolyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Parfum
Masking
Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate
Emollient
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate
Emollient
Polymethyl Methacrylate
Haematococcus Pluvialis Oil
Antioxidant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantSodium Palmitoyl Proline
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emollient
Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningAstaxanthin
Skin Conditioning
Rosa Rugosa Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningPancratium Maritimum Extract
BleachingNymphaea Alba Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningPropolis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, CI 77891, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Propanediol, Dimethicone, Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone, Methyl Trimethicone, Niacinamide, PEG-10 Dimethicone, CI 77492, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polypropylsilsesquioxane, Isododecane, Octyldodecanol, Magnesium Sulfate, Boron Nitride, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Aluminum Hydroxide, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, CI 77491, Stearic Acid, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Alumina, Potassium Sorbate, Propylene Carbonate, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Parfum, Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate, CI 77499, Adenosine, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Haematococcus Pluvialis Oil, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Sodium Palmitoyl Proline, Cetearyl Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract, Astaxanthin, Rosa Rugosa Flower Extract, Pancratium Maritimum Extract, Nymphaea Alba Flower Extract, Propolis Extract
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantTrimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantMica
Cosmetic Colorant
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingPolymethylsilsesquioxane
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Alumina
Abrasive
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientPentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantTriethoxycaprylylsilane
Parfum
Masking
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantSimethicone
Emollient
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
Methicone
Emollient
Boron Nitride
AbsorbentMethyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, CI 77891, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Cyclohexasiloxane, Titanium Dioxide, Caprylyl Methicone, Butylene Glycol, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, CI 77492, Mica, Sodium Chloride, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Alumina, Aluminum Hydroxide, Pentylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, CI 77491, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Parfum, Caprylyl Glycol, Glyceryl Caprylate, CI 77499, Simethicone, Xanthan Gum, Disodium EDTA, Methicone, Boron Nitride, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Tin Oxide
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
Alumina is another name for the compound aluminum oxide. It is used as a thickener, absorbent, and abrasive.
As an absorbent, alumina can give a mattifying effect. It is used in mineral sunscreens to help coat nano-sized filters, such as titanium dioxide. By increasing the size of the UV filters, these ingredients stay on the skin for a longer time. By coating small sized ingredients, alumina helps thicken a product.
Alumina may be used as an abrasive, or exfoliant.
Alumina is naturally occurring in the mineral corundum. Certain varieties of corundum create rubies and sapphires. Corundum is also the crystalline form of alumina.
Learn more about AluminaAluminum Hydroxide is a form of aluminum. It can be naturally found in nature as the mineral gibbsite. In cosmetics, Aluminum Hydroxide is used as a colorant, pH adjuster, and absorbent.
As a colorant, Aluminum Hydroxide may add opacity, or reduce the transparency. Aluminum hydroxide is contains both basic and acidic properties.
According to manufacturers, this ingredient is an emollient and humectant. This means it helps hydrate the skin.
In medicine, this ingredient is used to help relieve heartburn and help heal ulcers.
There is currently no credible scientific evidence linking aluminum hydroxide in cosmetics to increased cancer risk.
Major health organizations allow the use of aluminum hydroxide in personal care products and have not flagged it as a carcinogenic risk at typical usage levels.
Learn more about Aluminum HydroxideBoron Nitride is compound consisting of boron and nitrogen. It is used to absorb oil and modify adherence/ slip in products.
This means it is often used in makeup products to help them last longer.
Butylene 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 GlycolCi 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77491 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77491Ci 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77492 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77492Ci 77499 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It is created from mixing red and black iron oxides. This helps give shades of darkness to a product.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891Cyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
It is also an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneDisteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.
It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.
Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.
Learn more about Disteardimonium HectoriteParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumPeg-10 Dimethicone is silicone with conditioner and emulsifier properties. It mostly acts as an emollient in skincare and and humectant in haircare.
According to the manufacturer, acidic formulations decrease the stability of this ingredient. It works best in neutral or near neutral formulations.
PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone is a type of silicone.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone used to bind and stabilize ingredients.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. This can help elongate the shelf life of products.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is often used to coat mineral sunscreens ingredients to help give a better feel. It also helps reduce oxidative stress in sunscreens.
Learn more about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneThis silicone is an emollient. Emollients create a thin film on the skin to prevent moisture from escaping.
It is not soluble in water and helps increase water-resistance in products.
According to a manufacturer, it can blend seamlessly with silicone oils, such as Cyclopentasiloxane.
Learn more about TrimethylsiloxysilicateWater. 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
