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Ingredients Side-by-side
Snail Secretion Filtrate 92.3%
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
Solvent
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Volcanic Ash Extract
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPortulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Tromethamine
BufferingVitex Agnus Castus Extract
AstringentChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Betaine
Humectant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Arctium Lappa Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Phellinus Linteus Extract
Skin ConditioningSaccharomyces Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Colloidal Gold
AntimicrobialCitrus Unshiu Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Sasa Quelpaertensis Extract
Skin ConditioningNelumbo Nucifera Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningPulsatilla Koreana Extract
Skin ConditioningOpuntia Coccinellifera Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningZanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSoleirolia Soleirolii Extract
Antioxidant
Viscum Album Extract
Skin ConditioningArtemisia Vulgaris Extract
Skin Conditioning
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Coptis Chinensis Root Extract
Antioxidant
Morus Bombycis Leaf Extract
SmoothingPropolis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Panax Ginseng Callus Culture Extract
Skin ConditioningPolyglutamic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Gold
Cosmetic ColorantUsnea Barbata Extract
Acetyl Heptapeptide-9
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Oligopeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Snail Secretion Filtrate 92.3%, Propanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Water, Butylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Volcanic Ash Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Adenosine, Tromethamine, Vitex Agnus Castus Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Disodium EDTA, Betaine, Allantoin, Arctium Lappa Root Extract, Phellinus Linteus Extract, Saccharomyces Ferment, Colloidal Gold, Citrus Unshiu Fruit Extract, Sasa Quelpaertensis Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Leaf Extract, Pulsatilla Koreana Extract, Opuntia Coccinellifera Fruit Extract, Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract, Soleirolia Soleirolii Extract, Viscum Album Extract, Artemisia Vulgaris Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Coptis Chinensis Root Extract, Morus Bombycis Leaf Extract, Propolis Extract, Panax Ginseng Callus Culture Extract, Polyglutamic Acid, Gold, Usnea Barbata Extract, Acetyl Heptapeptide-9, Sh-Oligopeptide-1
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Diglycerin
Humectant
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Stearate
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Betula Alba Juice
AstringentEuterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Psidium Guajava Leaf Extract
AstringentSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Vitex Agnus Castus Extract
AstringentChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Polyglycerin-3
Humectant
Citrus Limon Peel Oil
Masking
Aniba Rosodora Wood Oil
Astringent
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Trideceth-6
EmulsifyingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Tromethamine
BufferingHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Water, Glycerin, Diglycerin, Behenyl Alcohol, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Butylene Glycol, Stearyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Betula Alba Juice, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract, Ceramide NP, Psidium Guajava Leaf Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Centella Asiatica Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Vitex Agnus Castus Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Polyglycerin-3, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Aniba Rosodora Wood Oil, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Polyacrylate, Trideceth-6, Carbomer, Tocopherol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Tromethamine, Hydroxyacetophenone
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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.
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
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 GlycolCentella Asiatica Extract (Centella) is derived from an herb native to Southeast Asia. It is famous for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Centella is rich in antioxidants and amino acids, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside.
Studies show the compounds in centella help with:
The combination of all these properties makes centella effective at soothing, hydrating, and protecting the skin.
Other great components of centella include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Fun fact: Centella has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.
Learn more about Centella Asiatica ExtractChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract comes from the Chamomile flower.
Chamomile is rich in antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties. Several compounds found in chamomile help with soothing, such as bisbolol.
Antioxidant components in chamomile make it an effective ingredient to help slow the signs of aging. Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules, or molecules that may damage your skin.
Essential oils from chamomile have been found to improve wound healing due to its antimicrobial properties.
Ancient Greeks and Egyptians used Chamomile to treat skin redness and dryness. Chamomile has also been used to help treat stomach issues.
Learn more about Chamomilla Recutita Flower ExtractDisodium EDTA is a chelating agent. It grabs onto and deactivates metal ions that sneak into your products from water, packaging, or air.
This ingredient mainly works behind the scenes and helps with:
On top of that, this ingredient can counteract the effects of hard water by binding to the minerals in it.
One thing worth knowing is that Disodium EDTA has been shown to be a mild penetration enhancer. It can help other ingredients absorb into skin more effectively which can be a double-edged sword (great for actives, but can also make the active too strong if you have sensitive skin).
Clinical patch testing showed no significant skin irritation at typical use concentrations and minimal dermal absorption.
You'll most likely see this ingredient near the end of an ingredient list. It's typically found in concentrations less than 1%.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAEthylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Learn more about EthylhexylglycerinPolyglyceryl-10 Laurate is a cleansing agent and emulsifier.
It rounds up dirt, oil, and grime, so they can be rinsed off easily as a cleanser.
On the emulsifier side, it keeps your formula smooth and well-mixed by playing peacekeeper for ingredients that don't naturally get along (like oil and water).
Because it has a C12 (lauric acid) fatty acid chain, this ingredient can potentially feed the Malassezia yeast that causes fungal acne. The Malassezia yeast prefers esters with C11-C24 fatty acids.
This ingredient is an ester of lauric acid and Polyglycerin-10.
Learn more about Polyglyceryl-10 LaurateThis extract comes from Purslane, a succulent. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and hydrating properties.
Purslane is very nutritious. It contains omega-3 fatty acids, NMFs, many vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. The vitamins found in purslane include: Vitamin C, Vitamin A, and Vitamin E.
Fun fact: Purslane is a succulent with an extensive habitat. It is used in traditional Korean medicine to treat irritated skin.
Nowadays, purslane is becoming a superfood due to its highly nutritious content.
Learn more about Portulaca Oleracea ExtractTromethamine helps balance the pH and improve the texture of a product. It is synthetically created.
As an emulsifier, Tromethamine prevents oil and water ingredients from separating. This helps stabilize the product and elongate a product's shelf life. Tromethamine also makes a product thicker.
Tromethamine helps balance the pH level of a product. Normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5). The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome. Being slightly acidic allows our skin to create an "acid mantle". This acid mantle is a thin barrier that protects our skin from bacteria and contaminants.
Oral Tromethanmine is an anti-inflammatory drug but plays the role of masking, adding fragrance, and/or balancing pH in skincare.
1,3-Propanediol, 2-amino-2-(hydroxymethyl)-
Learn more about TromethamineVitex Agnus-Castus Extract comes from the chasteberry. It has soothing and contains antioxidant rich compounds.
Most of the research for this extract focuses on oral use and topical clinical evidence is limited at this time. In oral studies, this ingredient is studied for hormone-related conditions (such as PMS or menopause).
Topical use is generally considered safe but allergic or sensitive reactions are possible. Be sure to patch test.
Learn more about Vitex Agnus Castus ExtractWater. 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. Remember to stay hydrated!
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