What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantSilica
Abrasive
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingMagnesium Sulfate
Parfum
Masking
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientStearic Acid
Cleansing
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantSoluble Collagen
Humectant
CI 73360
Cosmetic ColorantCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Cyclopentasiloxane, Water, Dimethicone, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dipropylene Glycol, Silica, Phenoxyethanol, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Magnesium Sulfate, Parfum, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, CI 77891, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, Butylene Glycol, CI 77491, Soluble Collagen, CI 73360, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Propanediol
Solvent
PEG-10 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantPhenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Trimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Sodium Chloride
MaskingSorbitan Sesquioleate
Emulsifying
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingButylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
EmollientPolymethylsilsesquioxane
Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientSorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Cellulose Acetate
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Masking
Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer
CI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantPropylene Glycol Stearate
Skin Conditioning
Dextrin
AbsorbentXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAmylopectin
Magnesium Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Carnosine
Skin Conditioning
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Propanediol, PEG-10 Dimethicone, CI 77891, Phenyl Trimethicone, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Sodium Chloride, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, CI 77492, Caprylyl Glycol, Glyceryl Caprylate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Cellulose Acetate, Salicylic Acid, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer, CI 77499, Propylene Glycol Stearate, Dextrin, Xanthan Gum, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Amylopectin, Magnesium Stearate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Carnosine
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891Cyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
It is also an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz. It is also known as polydimethylsiloxane.
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 DimethiconeDimethicone Crosspolymer is a silicone created by modifying dimethicone with hydrocarbon side chains. Due to its large size, it does not penetrate skin. It is considered non-occlusive.
Dimethicone Crosspolymer is used to stabilize and thicken products. It also helps give products a silky feel.
Disodium EDTA is a chelating agent. It grabs onto and deactivates metal ions that sneak into your products from water, packaging, or air.
This ingredient mainly works behind the scenes and helps with:
On top of that, this ingredient can counteract the effects of hard water by binding to the minerals in it.
One thing worth knowing is that Disodium EDTA has been shown to be a mild penetration enhancer. It can help other ingredients absorb into skin more effectively which can be a double-edged sword (great for actives, but can also make the active too strong if you have sensitive skin).
Clinical patch testing showed no significant skin irritation at typical use concentrations and minimal dermal absorption.
You'll most likely see this ingredient near the end of an ingredient list. It's typically found in concentrations less than 1%.
Learn more about Disodium EDTADisteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.
It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.
Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.
Learn more about Disteardimonium HectoriteEthylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Learn more about EthylhexylglycerinPeg-10 Dimethicone is silicone with conditioner and emulsifier properties. It mostly acts as an emollient in skincare and and humectant in haircare.
According to the manufacturer, acidic formulations decrease the stability of this ingredient. It works best in neutral or near neutral formulations.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicon-based surface modifier that makes sunscreens feel silky and makeup stay put.
Its main job is to coat mineral particles like titanium dioxide, zinc oxide, and color pigments in a thin, oily layer so they spread smoothly, don't clump, and stick to skin better.
This ingredient is typically used at low levels (up to 2.5% in eyeshadow and 1% in lipstick).
Learn more about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneWater. 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!
Learn more about Water
