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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningTrisiloxane
Skin Conditioning
Coconut Alkanes
Emollient
C14-22 Alcohols
Emulsion Stabilising
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Prunus Persica Kernel Oil
Emollient
Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol
Skin ConditioningAmodimethicone
Parfum
Masking
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingQuaternium-91
Squalane
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Sodium Laneth-40 Maleate/Styrene Sulfonate Copolymer
Bakuchiol
Antimicrobial
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Trideceth-12
EmulsifyingGlycerin
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPolyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingLactic Acid
Buffering
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Citric Acid
Buffering
Glucose
Humectant
Tribehenin
Emollient
Hydrogenated Castor Oil/Sebacic Acid Copolymer
Emollient
T-Butyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Caprylyl 2-Glyceryl Ascorbate
Antioxidant
Disodium EDTA
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Cetrimonium Methosulfate
Antimicrobial
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Benzyl Cinnamate
Perfuming
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Butylphenyl Methylpropional
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Water, Trisiloxane, Coconut Alkanes, C14-22 Alcohols, Phenyl Trimethicone, Prunus Persica Kernel Oil, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol, Amodimethicone, Parfum, Polysorbate 20, Xanthan Gum, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, Quaternium-91, Squalane, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sodium Laneth-40 Maleate/Styrene Sulfonate Copolymer, Bakuchiol, Niacinamide, Trideceth-12, Glycerin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Lactic Acid, Cetrimonium Chloride, Citric Acid, Glucose, Tribehenin, Hydrogenated Castor Oil/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, T-Butyl Alcohol, Caprylyl 2-Glyceryl Ascorbate, Disodium EDTA, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Cetrimonium Methosulfate, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Benzyl Cinnamate, Benzyl Salicylate, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Citronellol, Geraniol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Hydroxycitronellal, Limonene, Linalool
Isobutane
Isododecane
EmollientAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Propane
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialC13-15 Alkane
SolventTrisiloxane
Skin Conditioning
Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit/Seed Oil
Antimicrobial
Water
Skin ConditioningPhenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Polyquaternium-59
UV AbsorberButylene Glycol
Humectant
Parfum
Masking
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Coumarin
Perfuming
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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.
Citronellol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is often derived from plants such as roses. In fact, it can be found in many essential oils including geranium, lavender, neroli, and more. The scent of Citronellol is often described as "fresh, grassy, and citrus-like".
Since the Citronellol molecule is already unstable, Citronellol becomes irritating on the skin when exposed to air.
Citronellol is a modified terpene. Terpenes are unsaturated hydrocarbons found in plants. They make up the primary part of essential oils.
Citronellol is not able to be absorbed into deeper layers of the skin. It has low permeability,
Citronellol is also a natural insect repellent.
Learn more about CitronellolHydroxycitronellal is a fragrance created from citronellal. The smell of hydroxycitronellal is often described as "citrus-like" or "melon-like".
Hydroxycitronellal is a known EU allergen and may cause irritation when applied to the skin.
Limonene 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 LimoneneParfum 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 ParfumPhenyl Trimethicone is a silicon-based polymer. It is derived from silica.
Phenyl Trimethicone is used as an emollient and prevents products from foaming.
As an emollient, it helps trap moisture in the skin. It is considered an occlusive.
Learn more about Phenyl TrimethiconeTrisiloxane is a type of silicone.
Water. 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
