What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningC13-15 Alkane
SolventCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
Solvent
Glycerin
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Isoamyl Laurate
Emollient
Isopentyldiol
Humectant
Microcrystalline Cellulose
Absorbent3-Glyceryl Ascorbate
Antioxidant
Rubus Chamaemorus Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Antioxidant
Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Inositol
Humectant
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Xylitylglucoside
Humectant
Linoleic Acid
Cleansing
Phospholipids
Skin Conditioning
Phytosterols
Skin Conditioning
Cellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingAnhydroxylitol
Humectant
Cetearyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingXylitol
Humectant
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine
HumectantSodium Phytate
Glucose
Humectant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Inulin
Skin ConditioningXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCellulose
AbsorbentFructose
Humectant
Beta-Carotene
Skin ConditioningWater, C13-15 Alkane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Propanediol, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Behenyl Alcohol, Isoamyl Laurate, Isopentyldiol, Microcrystalline Cellulose, 3-Glyceryl Ascorbate, Rubus Chamaemorus Seed Oil, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract, Tocopherol, Inositol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Xylitylglucoside, Linoleic Acid, Phospholipids, Phytosterols, Cellulose Gum, Anhydroxylitol, Cetearyl Glucoside, Xylitol, Glycine Soja Oil, Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine, Sodium Phytate, Glucose, Citric Acid, Inulin, Xanthan Gum, Cellulose, Fructose, Beta-Carotene
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Nylon-12
Acrylates Crosspolymer
AbsorbentSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Enantia Chlorantha Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningAvena Sativa Kernel Extract
Abrasive
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Chrysanthemum Parthenium Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Oleanolic Acid
Skin ConditioningSorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate Citrate
Emollient
Hydrogenated Polydecene
Emollient2-Hydroxyethyl Acrylate
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Lecithin
Emollient
Polysilicone-11
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Sodium Caprylate
EmulsifyingSodium Acrylates Copolymer
Laureth-8
EmulsifyingCitric Acid
Buffering
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Water, Dimethicone, Propanediol, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Nylon-12, Acrylates Crosspolymer, Sodium Hyaluronate, Enantia Chlorantha Bark Extract, Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Chrysanthemum Parthenium Extract, Glycerin, Oleanolic Acid, Sorbitan Isostearate, Caprylyl Glycol, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Hydrogenated Polydecene, 2-Hydroxyethyl Acrylate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Lecithin, Polysilicone-11, Polysorbate 60, Sodium Caprylate, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Laureth-8, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate
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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
Citric Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) naturally found in citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and limes.
Like other AHAs, citric acid can exfoliate skin by breaking down the bonds that hold dead skin cells together. This helps reveal smoother and brighter skin underneath.
However, this exfoliating effect only happens at high concentrations (20%) which can be hard to find in cosmetic products.
Due to this, citric acid is usually included in small amounts as a pH adjuster. This helps keep products slightly more acidic and compatible with skin's natural pH.
In skincare formulas, citric acid can:
While it can provide some skin benefits, research shows lactic acid and glycolic acid are generally more effective and less irritating exfoliants.
Most citric acid used in skincare today is made by fermenting sugars (usually from molasses). This synthetic version is identical to the natural citrus form but easier to stabilize and use in formulations.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidGlycerin 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 GlycerinPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolWater. 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
