What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol
UV Filter
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Isononyl Isononanoate
EmollientDicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Dibutyl Adipate
EmollientButyloctyl Salicylate
Skin Conditioning
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Triazone
UV Absorber
Hydrolyzed Pea Protein
EmollientSodium Succinate
BufferingNiacinamide
Smoothing
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Cholesterol
Emollient
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Potassium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningSodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Decyl Glucoside
Cleansing
Glycerin
Humectant
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientPolyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingAluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
Absorbent
Silica
Abrasive
Triethanolamine
BufferingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningBis-PEG-12 Dimethicone
Emollient
Sodium Hydrosulfite
Tetrasodium EDTA
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPolyglyceryl-3 Caprate
EmulsifyingGlycolipids
Skin ConditioningLecithin
Emollient
Ammonium Polyacrylate
StabilisingTris(Tetramethylhydroxypiperidinol)Citrate
StabilisingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Glucose
Humectant
Dehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Sodium Chloride
MaskingCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantWater, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Titanium Dioxide, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, Zinc Oxide, Isononyl Isononanoate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Propylene Glycol, Dibutyl Adipate, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Stearic Acid, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Cetyl Alcohol, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Hydrolyzed Pea Protein, Sodium Succinate, Niacinamide, Allantoin, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Panthenol, Glycine Soja Oil, Tocopherol, Ceramide NP, Cholesterol, Phytosphingosine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Potassium Hyaluronate, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Decyl Glucoside, Glycerin, Aluminum Hydroxide, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Silica, Triethanolamine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Bis-PEG-12 Dimethicone, Sodium Hydrosulfite, Tetrasodium EDTA, Sodium Polyacrylate, Xanthan Gum, Polyglyceryl-3 Caprate, Glycolipids, Lecithin, Ammonium Polyacrylate, Tris(Tetramethylhydroxypiperidinol)Citrate, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Benzoate, Pentylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Benzyl Alcohol, Potassium Sorbate, Benzoic Acid, Glucose, Dehydroacetic Acid, Sodium Chloride, CI 77492, CI 77491
Water
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Propanediol
Solvent
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Zinc Gluconate
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Amylopectin
Dextrin
AbsorbentOctocrylene
UV Absorber
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSilica
Abrasive
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
BHT
Antioxidant
Bisabolol
Antioxidant
Dimethicone
Emollient
Lecithin
Emollient
Water, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Alcohol, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Propanediol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Titanium Dioxide, Salicylic Acid, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Zinc Gluconate, Phenoxyethanol, Amylopectin, Dextrin, Octocrylene, Butylene Glycol, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Xanthan Gum, Silica, Chlorphenesin, BHT, Bisabolol, Dimethicone, Lecithin
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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.
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 GlycolLecithin is a term for a group of substances found in the cell membranes of plants, animals, and humans. They are made up of phospholipids.
Thanks to its amphiphilic structure (water-loving head and oil-loving tail), it is a true multitasker:
It plays well with most ingredients and is typically used at 0.1-1%. However, concentrations up to 50% have been reported in moisturizers.
Depending on the source of this ingredient, lecithin may not be fungal acne safe. This is because some sources of lecithin come from soybean oil, which may feed the malassezia yeast that causes fungal acne.
We recommend reaching out to the brand you are purchasing from to inquire about the source of their lecithin.
Learn more about LecithinPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Silica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.
Though it has exfoliant properties, the function of silica varies depending on the product.
The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and adds smoothness, making it a great texture enhancer.
It is also used as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.
In some products, tiny microneedles called spicules are made from silica or hydrolyzed sponge. When you rub them in, they lightly polish away dead skin layers and enhance the penetration of active ingredients.
Learn more about SilicaTitanium dioxide is a mineral UV filter widely used in sunscreens and cosmetics.
It is one of only two UV filters officially classified as “mineral” by regulatory agencies, the other being zinc oxide.
Titanium dioxide provides broad-spectrum protection mostly in the UVB and UVAII range, with some protection in the UVAI range.
While its UVA protection isn’t as strong as zinc oxide’s, the difference is minor.
A common myth is that mineral UV filters reflect UV light. However, modern research shows titanium dioxide absorbs UV radiation like chemical filters (~95% absorption & 5% reflection).
Thanks to its non-irritating nature, titanium dioxide is suitable for sensitive, acne-prone, or redness-prone skin. It is unlikely to cause "eye sting" like other sunscreen ingredients.
A major drawback of this ingredient is its white cast and thick texture. This is why mineral sunscreens often leave a white cast and are less cosmetically elegant than chemical/hybrid sunscreens.
To improve white cast and spreadability, micronized or nano-sized titanium dioxide is often used.
There are ongoing concerns surrounding nano-titanium oxide's impact on marine ecosystems.
There is no conclusive evidence that any form of titanium oxide (or any other sunscreen ingredients) will cause harm to marine ecosystems or coral reefs. The science is still developing but many consumers are keeping a close eye on this issue.
Please note, many destinations have reef-safety sunscreen rules. For instance, the U.S. Virgin Islands advises all visitors to use non-nano mineral sunscreens.
Nano mineral sunscreens once raised safety concerns about absorption into skin.
Extensive research has shown that they do not penetrate healthy or damaged skin; they remain safely on the surface and the top layer of dead skin (stratum corneum).
You'll likely find titanium dioxide bundled with alumina, silica, or dimethicone. These ingredients help make titanium dioxide highly photostable; this prevents it from interacting with other formula components under UV light.
Learn more about Titanium DioxideWater. 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 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
