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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
Humectant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Madecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningMadecassoside
Antioxidant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Swertia Japonica Extract
Skin ConditioningNymphaea Caerulea Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Althaea Rosea Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Dipeptide-2
Skin Conditioning
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Isopentyldiol
Humectant
Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
HumectantPolyglyceryl-4 Oleate
Emulsifying
Sodium 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
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Rosa Damascena Flower Extract
Masking
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Arginine
Masking
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Canola Oil
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantPolyglyceryl-4 Laurate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingArgania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Rosa Damascena Flower Water
Masking
Gardenia Florida Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Ribes Nigrum Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Rubus Suavissimus Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningSea Water
HumectantHedera Helix Leaf/Stem Extract
AntimicrobialPelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Masking
Squalane
Emollient
Castanea Crenata Shell Extract
Skin ConditioningFicus Carica Fruit Extract
Humectant
Glycine Max Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningHamamelis Virginiana Leaf Water
Astringent
Chenopodium Quinoa Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningCyperus Rotundus Root Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Bambusa Vulgaris Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningLinum Usitatissimum Seed Extract
Perfuming
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Dna
Skin Conditioning
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Water, Glycerin, Propanediol, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Rosa Damascena Flower Extract, Xanthan Gum, Carbomer, Panthenol, Arginine, Hydroxyacetophenone, Canola Oil, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Adenosine, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Dipropylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Disodium EDTA, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Gardenia Florida Flower Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Ribes Nigrum Leaf Extract, Rubus Suavissimus Leaf Extract, Sea Water, Hedera Helix Leaf/Stem Extract, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Squalane, Castanea Crenata Shell Extract, Ficus Carica Fruit Extract, Glycine Max Seed Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Water, Chenopodium Quinoa Seed Extract, Cyperus Rotundus Root Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Bambusa Vulgaris Leaf Extract, Linum Usitatissimum Seed Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Dna, Gluconolactone, Ceramide NP
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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
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.
Dipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created humectant, stabilizer, and solvent.
This ingredient helps:
Dipropylene glycol is technically an alcohol, but it belongs to the glycol family (often considered part of the ‘good’ alcohols). This means it is hydrating and gentle on skin unlike drying solvent alcohols like denatured alcohol.
As a masking agent, Dipropylene Glycol can be used to cover the smell of other ingredients. However, it does not have a scent.
Studies show Dipropylene Glycol is considered safe to use in skincare.
Learn more about Dipropylene GlycolDisodium 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 GlycerinLactobacillus Ferment is created by fermenting the Lactobacillus bacteria. It helps keep our skin's natural barrier and microbiome healthy.
Studies show lactobacillus ferment to be effective at repairing the skin barrier. Having a healthy skin barrier helps keep your skin healthy and hydrated. It also protects against bad bacteria.
As a probiotic/prebiotic/postbiotic, Lactobacillus ferment can help regular our natural biome. In fact, one study found a lack of diversity in our natural skin biome can trigger acne.
Learn more about Lactobacillus FermentPanthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolPropanediol 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
