What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Squalane
Emollient
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientIsoamyl Laurate
Emollient
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Water
Skin ConditioningPolymethyl Methacrylate
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Silica
Abrasive
Glycerin
Humectant
Lactococcus Ferment Lysate
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate
Emulsifying
Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
Emulsifying
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
Citrus Medica Vulgaris Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Lactobacillus
Skin ConditioningLactobacillus Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Polymnia Sonchifolia Root Juice
Skin ConditioningLactic Acid
Buffering
Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
CleansingProline
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Rice Amino Acids
Skin ConditioningBeta Vulgaris Root Extract
Skin ConditioningInulin
Skin ConditioningCaffeine
Skin Conditioning
Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract
Antioxidant
Chenopodium Quinoa Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningCurcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract
Skin Protecting
Hydrolyzed Soy Protein
Humectant
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Emulsifying
Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin Conditioning
Acacia Decurrens Flower Wax
Emollient
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Polyglycerin-3
Humectant
Sodium Lactate
BufferingCaesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Extract
Skin ProtectingLens Esculenta Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Hydrolyzed Adansonia Digitata Seed Extract
Kappaphycus Alvarezii Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSodium Chloride
Masking
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Sodium Phytate
Sodium PCA
Humectant
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Squalane, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Isoamyl Laurate, Polyethylene, Synthetic Wax, Water, Polymethyl Methacrylate, Butylene Glycol, Silica, Glycerin, Lactococcus Ferment Lysate, Polyglyceryl-4 Diisostearate/Polyhydroxystearate/Sebacate, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Jojoba Esters, Citrus Medica Vulgaris Fruit Extract, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Lactobacillus, Lactobacillus Ferment, Polymnia Sonchifolia Root Juice, Lactic Acid, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Proline, Sodium Hyaluronate, Rice Amino Acids, Beta Vulgaris Root Extract, Inulin, Caffeine, Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract, Chenopodium Quinoa Seed Extract, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Acacia Decurrens Flower Wax, Maltodextrin, Polyglycerin-3, Sodium Lactate, Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Extract, Lens Esculenta Fruit Extract, Sorbitan Isostearate, Hydrolyzed Adansonia Digitata Seed Extract, Kappaphycus Alvarezii Extract, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Chloride, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sodium Phytate, Sodium PCA, Hexylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
PPG-5 Caprylyl Ether
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
Emulsifying
Methyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
Emollient
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Stearyl Dimethicone
Emollient
Bis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone
Emollient
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride
EmollientPalmitic Acid
Emollient
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPropanediol
Solvent
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientDextrin
AbsorbentTromethamine
BufferingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Cholesterol
Emollient
Mannitol
Humectant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-11
Skin Conditioning
Undaria Pinnatifida Extract
Skin ConditioningWater, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, PPG-5 Caprylyl Ether, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Methyl Trimethicone, Glyceryl Stearate, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Ceramide AP, 1,2-Hexanediol, Stearyl Dimethicone, Bis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone, Cetyl Alcohol, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, Caprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Panthenol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Propanediol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Xanthan Gum, Glyceryl Caprylate, Dextrin, Tromethamine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Sorbitan Isostearate, Allantoin, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Ceramide NP, Parfum, Beta-Glucan, Cholesterol, Mannitol, Tocopherol, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-11, Undaria Pinnatifida Extract
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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 GlycolGlycerin 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 GlycerinSorbitan Isostearate is an emulsifer and cleaning agent. It is created from isostearic acid and sorbitol.
As an emulsifier, Sorbitan Isostearate prevents oils and water from separating.
Due to its isostearic acid base, it may not be safe for Malassezia or fungal acne.
Learn more about Sorbitan IsostearateTocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolWater. 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
