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Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
HumectantGlycerin
HumectantDipropylene Glycol
Humectant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
CleansingMadecassic Acid
Skin ConditioningAsiaticoside
AntioxidantAsiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningMadecassoside
AntioxidantAllantoin
Skin ConditioningSwertia Japonica Extract
Skin ConditioningNymphaea Caerulea Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningAlthaea Rosea Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
HumectantDipeptide-2
Skin ConditioningDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
HumectantPropanediol
SolventIsopentyldiol
HumectantGlyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
HumectantPolyglyceryl-4 Oleate
EmulsifyingSodium Stearoyl Glutamate
CleansingPvm/Ma Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Surfactin
CleansingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTromethamine
BufferingMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Panthenol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Madecassoside, Allantoin, Swertia Japonica Extract, Nymphaea Caerulea Flower Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Althaea Rosea Flower Extract, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Dipeptide-2, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Propanediol, Isopentyldiol, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Pvm/Ma Copolymer, Sodium Surfactin, Carbomer, Xanthan Gum, Tromethamine, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
HumectantMethylpropanediol
SolventMacadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
SmoothingChondrus Crispus Powder
Abrasive1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCeratonia Siliqua Gum
EmollientButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin ConditioningPrunus Domestica Fruit Extract
MoisturisingEclipta Prostrata Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Vegetable Protein
Skin ConditioningMoringa Oleifera Seed Oil
EmollientHydrolyzed Collagen
EmollientHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
HumectantHyaluronic Acid
HumectantSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientHydroxyacetophenone
AntioxidantAllantoin
Skin ConditioningPolyacrylate-13
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin ConditioningGlucomannan
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Stearate
EmollientPolyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
EmulsifyingPotassium Chloride
Propanediol
SolventSodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingButylene Glycol
HumectantHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientCellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingCyamopsis Tetragonoloba Gum
Emulsion StabilisingDextrin
AbsorbentAdenosine
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Palmitate
EmollientSodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentSorbitan Isostearate
EmulsifyingGellan Gum
Agar
MaskingCyanocobalamin
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
AntioxidantGlutathione
Hydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingDimethylsilanol Hyaluronate
HumectantHydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningPotassium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningHydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
HumectantAcetyl Hexapeptide-8
HumectantSodium Hyaluronate Dimethylsilanol
HumectantSodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
HumectantXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingWater, Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil, Niacinamide, Chondrus Crispus Powder, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ceratonia Siliqua Gum, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Prunus Domestica Fruit Extract, Eclipta Prostrata Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Isononyl Isononanoate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Allantoin, Polyacrylate-13, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Glucomannan, Glyceryl Stearate, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Potassium Chloride, Propanediol, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Butylene Glycol, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Cellulose Gum, Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba Gum, Dextrin, Adenosine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Sodium Polyacrylate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Gellan Gum, Agar, Cyanocobalamin, Tocopherol, Glutathione, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Dimethylsilanol Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Potassium Hyaluronate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Sodium Hyaluronate Dimethylsilanol, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Xanthan Gum
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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.Â
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 preservativesÂ
Allantoin is a soothing ingredient known for its protective and moisturizingg properties. Because of this, it is often added to products with strong active ingredients.
Studies show higher concentrations of this ingredient can promote wound healing.
Though it can be derived from the comfrey plant, allantoin is produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
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 GlycolEthylhexylglycerin (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 GlycerinHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid is a form of hyaluronic acid. It is created by the hydrolysis of hyaluronic acid with a high molecular weight. Once created, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid has a low molecular weight.
Low molecular weight HA has been shown to hydrate and increase elasticity of the skin. Increasing elasticity is also associated with reduction of wrinkle depth.
One study found topical low molecular weight hyaluronic acid may be considered for the treatment of rosacea in the adult population. However, we always recommend speaking with a professional about your skin concerns.
Hyaluronic acids are a humectant. This means they draw moisture from the air. Hyaluronic acids help moisturize, soothe, and protect the skin.
Read more about other common forms of hyaluronic acid:
Learn more about Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract is extract from the neem plant.
The leaves of this tree contain flavonoids and polyphenols. These two compounds are antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial. Further research is needed as to their effects when applied on skin.
Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolWater. 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 WaterXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan Gum