What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Heptyl Undecylenate
Emollient1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Madecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Asiatic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Swertia Japonica Extract
Skin ConditioningNymphaea Caerulea Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Althaea Rosea Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCarthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningBetaine
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
C14-22 Alcohols
Emulsion Stabilising
Dipeptide-2
Skin Conditioning
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingHydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
HumectantPvm/Ma Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingSorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Isopentyldiol
Humectant
Capryloyl Salicylic Acid
Exfoliating
C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingPolyglyceryl-4 Oleate
Emulsifying
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingSodium Surfactin
CleansingCaproic Acid
Cleansing
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTromethamine
BufferingSodium Acetate
BufferingDisodium EDTA
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningGardenia Florida Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningWater, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Heptyl Undecylenate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Madecassoside, Panthenol, Allantoin, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Swertia Japonica Extract, Nymphaea Caerulea Flower Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Althaea Rosea Flower Extract, Carthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract, Betaine, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetearyl Alcohol, Propanediol, C14-22 Alcohols, Dipeptide-2, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Sodium Polyacrylate, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Pvm/Ma Copolymer, Sorbitan Isostearate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Isopentyldiol, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Sodium Surfactin, Caproic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Tromethamine, Sodium Acetate, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Methylpropanediol
SolventMethyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Isodecyl Neopentanoate
EmollientHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Trehalose
Humectant
Algae Extract
EmollientEclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCurcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Malt Extract
Skin ProtectingCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPueraria Lobata Root Extract
HumectantAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Chlorella Minutissima Extract
Skin ConditioningPortulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Corallina Officinalis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Flower Extract
EmollientRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialAnthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
Masking
Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Pteris Multifida Extract
Antioxidant
Artemia Extract
Skin ConditioningUndaria Pinnatifida Extract
Skin ConditioningLepidium Meyenii Root Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Nobilis Peel Extract
Masking
Chrysanthemum Parthenium Extract
Skin ConditioningPinus Pinaster Bark Extract
Antioxidant
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Cetearyl Olivate
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-2 Caprate
EmulsifyingAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Sucrose Stearate
EmollientFructooligosaccharides
Humectant
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide
MaskingAlumina
Abrasive
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientPolyquaternium-51
Skin Conditioning
Squalane
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Saccharide Hydrolysate
HumectantCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Cholesterol
Emollient
Cholesteryl Macadamiate
EmollientPalmitic Acid
Emollient
Guaiazulene
Antimicrobial
Saccharide Isomerate
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Lupine Protein
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Water, Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, Methyl Trimethicone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Trehalose, Algae Extract, Eclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Malt Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Chlorella Minutissima Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Pteris Multifida Extract, Artemia Extract, Undaria Pinnatifida Extract, Lepidium Meyenii Root Extract, Citrus Nobilis Peel Extract, Chrysanthemum Parthenium Extract, Pinus Pinaster Bark Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Titanium Dioxide, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Butylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-2 Caprate, Allantoin, Sucrose Stearate, Fructooligosaccharides, Stearic Acid, Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide, Alumina, Beta-Glucan, Glyceryl Caprylate, Polyquaternium-51, Squalane, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Maltodextrin, Saccharide Hydrolysate, Ceramide NP, Cholesterol, Cholesteryl Macadamiate, Palmitic Acid, Guaiazulene, Saccharide Isomerate, Hydrolyzed Lupine Protein, Parfum, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
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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
Allantoin is a soothing ingredient known for its protective and moisturizing properties; it's basically a quiet workhorse ingredient you can find in a huge range of cosmetics.
Though it can be derived from the comfrey plant, allantoin is produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Research shows it can encourage your skin cells to turn over and renew by stimulating keratinocyte and fibroblast proliferation.
It also has mild keratolytic properties to help loosen and shed dead skin cells without being harsh.
Studies also suggest allantoin can help calm inflammation by dialing down some of the chemical signals your skin sends out when it is irritated.
This ingredient is typically used in the 0.1-0.5% range, and the FDA recognizes it as a skin protectant in OTC products up to 2%.
Overall, allantoin is a wonderful addition to most routines; it is stable across a wide pH range (~4-8), works well with other ingredients, and is considered non-sensitizing/non-irritating.
Fun fact: Allantoin is naturally occurring in comfrey root, beets, chamomile, and wheat sprouts. Our bodies even produce it as a byproduct of uric acid metabolism.
Learn more about AllantoinButylene 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 ExtractGlycerin (or glycerol) is a compound naturally found in your skin. It's a powerhouse humectant that pulls water into the stratum corneum.
Topically, glycerin does several things at once:
Your skin makes glycerin on its own (mostly from sebaceous oil breakdown) and shuttles it to your outermost layer of skin, or your epidermis, via aquaporin-3.
Aquaporin-3 is a transporter that is essential for normal skin hydration, elasticity, and repair. Interestingly, mice lacking in AQP3 have dry and less elastic skin that can be fully corrected with glycerin.
This ingredient is non-irritating, plays well with almost every ingredient, and works across all skin types. Typical use is anywhere between 3-10% but can go up to 79% in some leave-on products.
Just know very high concentrations (>40%) can feel tacky in low humidity.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid is hyaluronic acid (HA) that is broken down into lower molecular weight fragments.
It's a humectant that pulls and holds water in the skin to help with hydration, plumpness, and reduce transepidermal water loss.
Because hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid is smaller in size, it can slip past your outermost layer of skin more easily than full-sized HA.
Most formulations will combine all sizes to get the best of both worlds.
Typical usage levels range from 0.01-1%. Any percentage higher than 2% might become goopy and tacky.
Learn more about Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidWater. 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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