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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialGlycerin
Humectant
Methylpropanediol
SolventGlyceryl Behenate
Emollient
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Sodium Lactate
BufferingDimethicone
Emollient
Urea
Buffering
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Cholesterol
Emollient
Linoleic Acid
Cleansing
Ceramide 3
Skin Conditioning
Linolenic Acid
Cleansing
Sodium PCA
Humectant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingPEG-75 Stearate
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCeteth-20
CleansingSteareth-20
CleansingPolysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Vanillin
Masking
Phenylpropanol
Masking
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Disodium EDTA
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingLactic Acid
Buffering
Water, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, Glyceryl Behenate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Sodium Lactate, Dimethicone, Urea, Sodium Hyaluronate, Cholesterol, Linoleic Acid, Ceramide 3, Linolenic Acid, Sodium PCA, Tocopherol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, PEG-75 Stearate, Xanthan Gum, Ceteth-20, Steareth-20, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Vanillin, Phenylpropanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hydroxide, Lactic Acid
Water
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Trehalose
Humectant
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Royal Jelly
Dextrin
AbsorbentCopper Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Polyisobutene
Theobroma Cacao Extract
Skin ConditioningBHT
Antioxidant
Glycerin
Humectant
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Polyacrylate-13
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Iris Florentina Root Extract
MaskingDimethicone
Emollient
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Coptis Chinensis Root Extract
Antioxidant
Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingBis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane
EmollientCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningPropolis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Royal Jelly Protein
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Disodium EDTA
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Tromethamine
BufferingWater, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Trehalose, Sorbitan Isostearate, Royal Jelly, Dextrin, Copper Tripeptide-1, Polyisobutene, Theobroma Cacao Extract, BHT, Glycerin, Beta-Glucan, Polyacrylate-13, Polysorbate 20, Phenoxyethanol, Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Cyclopentasiloxane, Propanediol, Iris Florentina Root Extract, Dimethicone, Adenosine, Coptis Chinensis Root Extract, Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan Gum, Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane, Centella Asiatica Extract, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Extract, Propolis Extract, Carbomer, Butylene Glycol, Hydrolyzed Royal Jelly Protein, 1,2-Hexanediol, Cyclohexasiloxane, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tromethamine
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Cyclopentasiloxane, 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.
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 DimethiconeDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAGlycerin 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 GlycerinSodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateSorbitan 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 IsostearateWater. 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
