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Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientNeopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
EmollientPolyisobutene
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Oleic/Linoleic/Linolenic Polyglycerides
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
UV Absorber
Dextrin Palmitate
Emulsifying
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Euphorbia Cerifera Cera
Astringent
Aroma
Stearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingMicrocrystalline Wax
Emulsion StabilisingGlyceryl Rosinate
Perfuming
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38
Skin Conditioning
Silybum Marianum Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Carnosine
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Squalene
Emollient
Portulaca Pilosa Extract
Skin ConditioningTheobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter
Skin Conditioning
Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningOctyldodecanol
Emollient
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialPEG-8 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
EmulsifyingOctyldodeceth-25
CleansingPropylene Carbonate
SolventTocopherol
Antioxidant
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Beta-Sitosterol
Emulsion Stabilising
Lecithin
Emollient
Magnesium Hydroxide
AbsorbentAluminum Hydroxide
EmollientSorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
CI 77120
Cosmetic ColorantDecylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Sucrose Cocoate
Emulsifying
Stevioside
MaskingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantDiisostearyl Malate, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Polyisobutene, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Oleic/Linoleic/Linolenic Polyglycerides, Glycerin, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Dextrin Palmitate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Euphorbia Cerifera Cera, Aroma, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Microcrystalline Wax, Glyceryl Rosinate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38, Silybum Marianum Fruit Extract, Carnosine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Squalene, Portulaca Pilosa Extract, Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter, Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Glycine Soja Oil, Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate, Water, Octyldodecanol, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, PEG-8 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Octyldodeceth-25, Propylene Carbonate, Tocopherol, Sorbitan Isostearate, Beta-Sitosterol, Lecithin, Magnesium Hydroxide, Aluminum Hydroxide, Sorbitan Oleate, Stearic Acid, CI 77120, Decylene Glycol, Propylene Glycol, Sucrose Cocoate, Stevioside, Phenoxyethanol, CI 77891, CI 77492, CI 15850
Polybutene
Hydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientBis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Hydrogenated Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer
Cera Microcristallina
Emulsion StabilisingSilica
Abrasive
Rubus Chamaemorus Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Garcinia Indica Seed Butter
Skin Conditioning
Euterpe Oleracea Sterols
Skin ConditioningPalmitoyl Hexapeptide-12
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Irvingia Gabonensis Kernel Butter
Skin Conditioning
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract
MaskingLinoleic Acid
Cleansing
Linolenic Acid
Cleansing
Oleic Acid
Emollient
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides
Emollient
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
Emollient
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Octyldodecanol
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Dicalcium Phosphate
Abrasive
Tribehenin
Emollient
Propylene Carbonate
SolventStearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingParfum
Masking
Citral
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Iron Oxides
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantPolybutene, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Hydrogenated Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer, Cera Microcristallina, Silica, Rubus Chamaemorus Seed Oil, Garcinia Indica Seed Butter, Euterpe Oleracea Sterols, Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tocopherol, Irvingia Gabonensis Kernel Butter, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract, Linoleic Acid, Linolenic Acid, Oleic Acid, Lactic Acid, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides, Sorbitan Isostearate, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Octyldodecanol, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Dicalcium Phosphate, Tribehenin, Propylene Carbonate, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Parfum, Citral, Limonene, Linalool, Iron Oxides, CI 77891
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These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2 is a synthetic emollient that works as a lanolin substitute.
This ingredient is a great vegan option for those avoiding animal-derived ingredients.
It mostly stays on the surface of skin where it helps hydrate due to its large molecular size and low water solubility.
Due to it being derived from fatty acids, this ingredient may not be Malassezia or fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2Ci 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 77891Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is a plant oil derived from the seeds of a sunflower.
It is rich in fatty acids, primarily linoleic acid and oleic acid. This gives it emollient and skin conditioning properties.
The reason this ingredient is so effective is because it forms a thin film on the skin that reduces transepidermal water loss (TEWL) while supplying linoleic acid to the stratum corneum to improve barrier strength.
The high linoleic acid content is particularly noteworthy for acne-prone skin.
Research suggests that acne-prone skin tends to be deficient in linoleic acid in sebum. Topical application may help replenish this to support a healthier follicular environment and less comedone-promoting sebum.
One randomized study found sunflower seed oil preserved skin barrier integrity in adult volunteers with and without atopic dermatitis (outperforming olive oil).
This ingredient is well-studied, gentle, and an effective emollient suitable for most skin types.
On fungal acne: This ingredient may not be Fungal acne (Malassezia folliculitis) safe. This is because it contains fatty acids with carbon chain lengths in the C11-C24 range.
Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed OilOctyldodecanol is a fatty alcohol sourced from plant oils like coconut or palm (or made synthetically).
It is:
You'll likely see this in many BHA products because this is the go-to solvent for salicylic acid.
This ingredient is typically used at levels between 2-20%.
Regarding fungal acne:
In 2019, this ingredient was tested against multiple Malassezia species (the yeast that causes fungal acne) and showed no growth.
This ingredient is a solvent. It helps dissolve active ingredients and alter the texture of products.
Propylene Carbonate is commonly used in makeup and with clay, such as montmorillonite or bentonite.
Studies show this ingredient to be safe for cosmetics. When it is undiluted, it can cause skin irritation. (It is always diluted in skincare and makeup). This ingredient is water-soluble.
Propylene Carbonate is created from propylene glycol and carbonic acid.
Learn more about Propylene CarbonateSorbitan Isostearate is an emulsifer. It is created from isostearic acid and sorbitol.
As an emulsifier, it keeps the water and oil ingredients from separating. This keeps formulas stable and smooth.
In a 24 hour occlusive patch test on 56 subjects, 10% sorbitan isostearate was completely non-irritating. Most formulas use less than 10%.
Because it's a fatty acid ester, it may not be fungal acne safe since the Malassezia yeast can utilize it as a nutrient source.
Learn more about Sorbitan IsostearateStearalkonium Hectorite is a clay-derived ingredient used to thicken a product and help create a gel-like texture.
Tocopherol is a fat-soluble antioxidant known as Vitamin E.
You'll find this ingredient in the vast majority of skincare (for good reason). It works to neutralize free radicals, or unstable molecules generated by UV exposure, pollution, and other environmental stressors, before they can cause oxidative damage to your skin cells.
Topically applied tocopherol has been shown to protect against UV damage by ramping up the skin's own natural defense enzymes.
It also acts as a skin conditioning agent; some studies show that regular topical use can improve the skin's water-binding capacity over 2-4 weeks.
This ingredient is especially loved for being a team player. When combined with Vitamin C, the photoprotective effect of both ingredients roughly doubles and the combo also helps reduce UV-induced DNA damage.
This ingredient has some brightening potential but it's more of a prevention ingredient than spot-fader. Cell studies show it can slow down melanin production but it's worth noting that it's not the most powerful brightener out there.
In formulations, it also serves as a stabilizer that helps protect other oxidation-prone ingredients from degrading.
Concentrations usually range from 0.1-1% in most leave-on products.
Learn more about TocopherolTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl Acetate
