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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
HumectantCarrageenan
Butylene Glycol
HumectantSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantSpirulina Platensis Extract
Skin ProtectingSea Water
HumectantPlankton Extract
Skin ConditioningPhenethyl Alcohol
MaskingCentella Asiatica Extract
CleansingCeratonia Siliqua Gum
EmollientSucrose
HumectantCyamopsis Tetragonoloba Gum
Emulsion StabilisingPotassium Chloride
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin ConditioningCalcium Chloride
AstringentAllantoin
Skin ConditioningCellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
HumectantCalcium Lactate
AstringentDisodium EDTA
Arginine
MaskingPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningCocos Nucifera Fruit Extract
EmollientPinus Sylvestris Leaf Extract
TonicEthyl Hexanediol
Solvent1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningChlorphenesin
AntimicrobialPropanediol
SolventCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Tin Oxide
AbrasiveTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic ColorantParfum
MaskingWater, Glycerin, Carrageenan, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Spirulina Platensis Extract, Sea Water, Plankton Extract, Phenethyl Alcohol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ceratonia Siliqua Gum, Sucrose, Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba Gum, Potassium Chloride, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Calcium Chloride, Allantoin, Cellulose Gum, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Calcium Lactate, Disodium EDTA, Arginine, Pentylene Glycol, Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract, Pinus Sylvestris Leaf Extract, Ethyl Hexanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Chlorphenesin, Propanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Tin Oxide, Titanium Dioxide, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
HumectantDipropylene Glycol
HumectantChondrus Crispus Powder
AbrasiveCeratonia Siliqua Gum
EmollientButylene Glycol
HumectantPaeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract
Skin ProtectingCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
MaskingGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningChondrus Crispus Extract
Skin ConditioningPotassium Chloride
Sucrose
HumectantPanthenol
Skin ConditioningPantolactone
HumectantCellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingAlgin
MaskingDextrin
AbsorbentPolyethylene Terephthalate
Acrylates Copolymer
Aluminum PCA
AstringentXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
EmollientParfum
MaskingLimonene
PerfumingBeta-Glucan
Skin ConditioningAcetyl Tetrapeptide-5
HumectantGlutathione
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
Skin ConditioningAmethyst Extract
Skin ConditioningRosa Damascena Flower Extract
MaskingQuartz
AbrasiveGlucose
HumectantHydrolyzed Pea Protein
EmollientSodium Chloride
MaskingSodium Succinate
BufferingNiacinamide
SmoothingSodium Starch Octenylsuccinate
AbsorbentCalcium Pantothenate
Maltodextrin
AbsorbentSodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
AntioxidantTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantPyridoxine Hcl
Skin ConditioningSilica
AbrasiveSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantPersea Gratissima Fruit Extract
EmollientGossypium Herbaceum Extract
Skin ConditioningGluconolactone
Skin ConditioningSodium Benzoate
MaskingCalcium Gluconate
HumectantWater, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Chondrus Crispus Powder, Ceratonia Siliqua Gum, Butylene Glycol, Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Glyceryl Caprylate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Potassium Chloride, Sucrose, Panthenol, Pantolactone, Cellulose Gum, Algin, Dextrin, Polyethylene Terephthalate, Acrylates Copolymer, Aluminum PCA, Xanthan Gum, Disodium EDTA, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Parfum, Limonene, Beta-Glucan, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5, Glutathione, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Amethyst Extract, Rosa Damascena Flower Extract, Quartz, Glucose, Hydrolyzed Pea Protein, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Succinate, Niacinamide, Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate, Calcium Pantothenate, Maltodextrin, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Pyridoxine Hcl, Silica, Sodium Hyaluronate, Persea Gratissima Fruit Extract, Gossypium Herbaceum Extract, Gluconolactone, Sodium Benzoate, Calcium Gluconate
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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 GlycolCellulose Gum is a water-soluble polymer that comes from cellulose. It is used to change the texture of a product and to help stabilize emulsions.
As an emulsifier, cellulose gum specifically thicken the texture of water-based products.
This ingredient is considered hypoallergenic and non-toxic. Cellulose Gum can be found in cosmetics, food, and other household goods such as paper products.
Learn more about Cellulose GumCentella 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 ExtractCeratonia Siliqua Gum is extracted from the seeds of the carob tree. You might know this ingredient as Carob Gum or Locust Bean Gum. It is used to stabilize other ingredients and improve the texture of products.
Carob gum is made up of long-chain polysaccharides. This makes it a natural thickener.
Yes! This ingredient comes from the seeds of a tree. The name 'Locust Bean Gum' can be misleading.
Learn more about Ceratonia Siliqua GumDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinParfum 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 ParfumPotassium Chloride can be bad for oily skin and be bad for acne prone skin.
Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateSucrose is a natural sugar found in fruits, vegetables, and nuts. It is the main constituent of white sugar.
In skincare, sucrose is a humectant and can be a mild exfoliant.
Sucrose is hydrophilic, meaning it attracts water. This makes it an effective humectant and helps hydrate the skin.
Studies show sugars may worsen acne-prone skin due to it disrupting the skin's natural biome. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
In some products such as body scrubs, sucrose is used as an gentle exfoliant.
The term 'sucrose' comes from the french word for sugar, 'sucre'.
Learn more about SucroseWater. 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