What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Sorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Dimethicone
Emollient
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Diglycerin
Humectant
Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emollient
Cetearyl Olivate
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Mangifera Indica Seed Butter
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Oryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin Conditioning
Phaseolus Angularis Seed Extract
Antioxidant
Glycine Max Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningHordeum Vulgare Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningTriticum Vulgare Seed Extract
BufferingAvena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingArginine
Masking
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil
Masking
Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil
Astringent
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Masking
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
Masking
Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil
Masking
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Citral
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Water, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Cetearyl Alcohol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Polysorbate 60, Beeswax, Glyceryl Stearate, Stearic Acid, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Dimethicone, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Diglycerin, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil, Mangifera Indica Seed Butter, Ceramide NP, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Phaseolus Angularis Seed Extract, Glycine Max Seed Extract, Hordeum Vulgare Seed Extract, Triticum Vulgare Seed Extract, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Carbomer, Arginine, Pentylene Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil, Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Citral, Limonene
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 GlycolCarbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create a gel consistency.
A high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Don't worry, most products contain 1% or less of carbomer.
Ceramide NP is a type of ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here:
Ceramide AP
Ceramide EOP
Diglycerin is a humectant. It is derived from glycerin, which is naturally found in your skin.
As a humectant, it helps draw moisture to the skin from the air.
Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeDisodium 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 GlycerinHydrogenated Lecithin is created from the hydrogenation of lecithin (a group of phospholipids). Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction between hydrogen and another element.
This ingredient is an emollient and emulsifier. As an emollient, it helps soften skin by trapping moisture within. As an emulsifier, it prevents oil and water ingredients from separating.
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 HyaluronateWater. 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
