What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Sucrose
Humectant
Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
EmollientOctyldodecanol
Emollient
PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
Emulsifying
Mangifera Indica Seed Butter
Skin Conditioning
Candelilla Cera
Emollient
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingLactococcus Ferment Lysate
Skin ConditioningBromelain
Skin ConditioningPapain
Skin ConditioningLactic Acid
Buffering
Carica Papaya Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Limon Fruit Extract
Masking
Ananas Sativus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningVitis Vinifera Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Propylene Carbonate
SolventButylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Limonene
Perfuming
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Butylphenyl Methylpropional
Perfuming
Sucrose, Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Octyldodecanol, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Mangifera Indica Seed Butter, Candelilla Cera, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Lactococcus Ferment Lysate, Bromelain, Papain, Lactic Acid, Carica Papaya Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon Fruit Extract, Ananas Sativus Fruit Extract, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Water, Glycerin, Propylene Carbonate, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Limonene, Benzyl Salicylate, Butylphenyl Methylpropional
Sucrose
Humectant
Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
EmollientPEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
Emulsifying
Stearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingFragaria Vesca Fruit Extract
AstringentEuphorbia Cerifera Wax
Mangifera Indica Seed Butter
Skin Conditioning
Propylene Carbonate
SolventParfum
Masking
Limonene
Perfuming
Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Prunus Domestica Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Fructose
Humectant
Glucose
Humectant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Caramel
Cosmetic ColorantGlycerin
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
BHT
Antioxidant
Citral
Perfuming
Sucrose, Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Fragaria Vesca Fruit Extract, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Mangifera Indica Seed Butter, Propylene Carbonate, Parfum, Limonene, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Prunus Domestica Seed Oil, Fructose, Glucose, Tocopheryl Acetate, Caramel, Glycerin, Water, Potassium Sorbate, BHT, Citral
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 GlycerinLimonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about LimoneneMangifera Indica Seed Butter isn't fungal acne safe.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumPeg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate is created from polyethylene glycol and fatty acids from coconut oil.
It is a synthetic polymer with emulsifying and cleansing properties.
As an emulsifier, Peg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate prevents ingredients such as oils and water from separating. It also helps rinse away oils, dirt, and pollutants from skin.
Peg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate may not be fungal acne safe. It can also dry out skin.
Learn more about PEG-7 Glyceryl CocoateThis 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 CarbonatePropylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate is a mixture of Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate and Propylene Glycol Dicaprate.
It is an emollient and helps hydate the skin.
Sucrose is a natural sugar found in fruits, vegetables, and nuts. It is the main constituent of white sugar.
In skincare, sucrose is a humectant and can be a mild exfoliant.
Sucrose is hydrophilic, meaning it attracts water. This makes it an effective humectant and helps hydrate the skin.
Studies show sugars may worsen acne-prone skin due to it disrupting the skin's natural biome. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
In some products such as body scrubs, sucrose is used as an gentle exfoliant.
The term 'sucrose' comes from the french word for sugar, 'sucre'.
Learn more about SucroseTocopheryl 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 AcetateWater. 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 Water
