What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer
EmollientPolyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Emulsifying
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Isostearic Acid
Cleansing
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Silica Dimethyl Silylate
EmollientIsopropyl Sorbate
AntimicrobialTuna Extract
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningHippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil
Skin Protecting
Parfum
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAbies Alba Seed Oil
Antimicrobial
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCI 45380
Cosmetic ColorantCoccinia Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSolanum Melongena Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Curcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Coral Extract
Skin ConditioningOcimum Basilicum Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Seed Oil
Calendula Officinalis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Rosa Damascena Flower Oil
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Isostearic Acid, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Isopropyl Sorbate, Tuna Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil, Parfum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Abies Alba Seed Oil, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, CI 45380, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Coral Extract, Ocimum Basilicum Leaf Extract, Camellia Seed Oil, Calendula Officinalis Extract, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil, Tocopherol
Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Emollient
Methyl Hydrogenated Rosinate
Perfuming
Squalane
Emollient
Dextrin Myristate
EmulsifyingHydroxystearic Acid
Cleansing
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Parfum
Masking
Propolis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Mel
EmollientEthyl Vanillin
MaskingRosa Canina Fruit Oil
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientPropanediol
Solvent
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
Emulsifying
Isostearic Acid
Cleansing
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Water
Skin ConditioningTrimethylolpropane Triisostearate
Emollient
Lecithin
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Undaria Pinnatifida Extract
Skin ConditioningAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientRoyal Jelly
Propyl Gallate
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Ascorbyl Dipalmitate
Antioxidant
CI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantDimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Methyl Hydrogenated Rosinate, Squalane, Dextrin Myristate, Hydroxystearic Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Parfum, Propolis Extract, Mel, Ethyl Vanillin, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Stearic Acid, Diisostearyl Malate, Propanediol, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Isostearic Acid, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Water, Trimethylolpropane Triisostearate, Lecithin, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Undaria Pinnatifida Extract, Aluminum Hydroxide, Royal Jelly, Propyl Gallate, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl Dipalmitate, CI 45410, CI 15850, CI 42090
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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 an 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.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideIsostearic acid is a saturated fatty acid. Its structure makes it a great surfactant.
Surfactants help decrease the surface tension between two liquids. This property also makes it an effective emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent waters and oils from separating in a product.
Isostearic Acid is created from oleic acid.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Isostearic AcidParfum 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 ParfumPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate (long name, huh?) is a synthetic antioxidant.
It is used to help stabilize other antioxidants or prevent the color from changing in a product.
As an antioxidant, it helps fight free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are capable of damaging our cells and other genetic material. Thus, antioxidants may reduce the signs of aging.
This ingredient is oil-soluble.
Learn more about Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl HydroxyhydrocinnamateThis ingredient is a form of glycerin with emulsifying and emollient properties.
As an emulsifier, this ingredient helps keep products together while adding a thick texture. The manufacturer states this ingredient has emollient properties. Emollients help keep the skin hydrated by trapping moisture in.
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate is created by reacting diglycerin and isostearic acid. Due to the isostearic acid base, it may not be safe for Malassezia or fungal acne.
Learn more about Polyglyceryl-2 TriisostearateTocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about Tocopherol
