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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningC13-15 Alkane
SolventCoconut Alkanes
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Glycerin
Humectant
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract
EmollientKeratin
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
Emulsifying
Squalane
Emollient
Quercus Petraea Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCopper Tripeptide-34
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Dipeptide-52
Skin Conditioning
Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Arginine
Masking
Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein
Skin ConditioningLinum Usitatissimum Seed Extract
Perfuming
Quaternium-95
UV AbsorberHydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables
Emollient
Oryza Sativa Extract
Absorbent
Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Pod Extract
Lauryl Glucoside
CleansingJojoba Esters
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-6 Laurate
Emulsifying
Shea Butter Ethyl Esters
Emollient
Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate
EmollientMyristyl Glucoside
CleansingCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Tremella Fuciformis Polysaccharide
Emulsion Stabilising
Oryza Sativa Bran Water
Masking
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Rice Protein/Siloxysilicate
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Phospholipids
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Linseed Seed
HumectantSodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine
HumectantPopulus Tremuloides Bark Extract
AntiseborrhoeicTocopherol
Antioxidant
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialOryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin Conditioning
Itaconic Acid
AntimicrobialSodium Phytate
Oryza Sativa Seed Protein
Antioxidant
Xylitol
Humectant
Phytic Acid
Citric Acid
Buffering
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Sprout Extract
Skin ConditioningCalcium Gluconate
HumectantCaprylic Acid
CleansingParfum
Masking
Galactoarabinan
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Trehalose
Humectant
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Sodium Phosphate
BufferingPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Coumarin
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Water, C13-15 Alkane, Coconut Alkanes, Propanediol, Glycerin, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract, Keratin, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Squalane, Quercus Petraea Fruit Extract, Copper Tripeptide-34, Palmitoyl Dipeptide-52, Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Panthenol, Arginine, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, Linum Usitatissimum Seed Extract, Quaternium-95, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables, Oryza Sativa Extract, Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Pod Extract, Lauryl Glucoside, Jojoba Esters, Polyglyceryl-6 Laurate, Shea Butter Ethyl Esters, Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate, Myristyl Glucoside, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Tremella Fuciformis Polysaccharide, Oryza Sativa Bran Water, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Rice Protein/Siloxysilicate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Phospholipids, Hydrolyzed Linseed Seed, Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine, Populus Tremuloides Bark Extract, Tocopherol, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Itaconic Acid, Sodium Phytate, Oryza Sativa Seed Protein, Xylitol, Phytic Acid, Citric Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Helianthus Annuus Sprout Extract, Calcium Gluconate, Caprylic Acid, Parfum, Galactoarabinan, Gluconolactone, Trehalose, Maltodextrin, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Phosphate, Potassium Sorbate, Benzyl Salicylate, Coumarin, Limonene, Geraniol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Amodimethicone
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Cetyl Esters
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Behentrimonium Methosulfate
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTrideceth-10
CleansingEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine
HumectantCarnosine
Skin Conditioning
Linum Usitatissimum Seed Extract
Perfuming
Biosaccharide Gum-4
Skin Conditioning
Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum
Skin ConditioningBambusa Vulgaris Extract
Skin Conditioning
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Amodimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Cetyl Esters, Parfum, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Cetrimonium Chloride, Ethylhexylglycerin, Trideceth-10, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Lactic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine, Carnosine, Linum Usitatissimum Seed Extract, Biosaccharide Gum-4, Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum, Bambusa Vulgaris Extract, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Ethylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Learn more about EthylhexylglycerinGlycerin (or glycerol) is a compound naturally found in your skin. It's a powerhouse humectant that pulls water into the stratum corneum.
Topically, glycerin does several things at once:
Your skin makes glycerin on its own (mostly from sebaceous oil breakdown) and shuttles it to your outermost layer of skin, or your epidermis, via aquaporin-3.
Aquaporin-3 is a transporter that is essential for normal skin hydration, elasticity, and repair. Interestingly, mice lacking in AQP3 have dry and less elastic skin that can be fully corrected with glycerin.
This ingredient is non-irritating, plays well with almost every ingredient, and works across all skin types. Typical use is anywhere between 3-10% but can go up to 79% in some leave-on products.
Just know very high concentrations (>40%) can feel tacky in low humidity.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinThis ingredient is also known as flaxseed extract. It has skin conditioning and perfuming properties.
Flaxseed naturally contains polysaccharides (sugars) and small amounts of fatty acid-related compounds to help hydrate the skin. The seed also contains antioxidants being studied for its effects on inflammation pathways.
A small clinical trial found topical flaxseed oil improved hand eczema over the course of 4 weeks. In an animal study, topical flaxseed cream supported wound-healing outcomes.
Overall, flaxseed is a great hydrating and barrier supporting ingredient. Like other plant extracts, some rare cases of allergic reactions can occur.
Though flaxseed has a perfuming function according to INCI, this doesn't mean the ingredient is added as a fragrance. It just means the material can contribute an odor or modify the scent of a formula.
Learn more about Linum Usitatissimum Seed ExtractParfum 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 ParfumPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateSodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateSodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine (aka DLGL) is an amino-acid based surfactant. Because it has two fatty tails and two water-loving ends, it's really great at mixing oils and water into stable textures.
It is also a humectant; like hyaluronic acid, it can draw moisture to your skin.
DLGL has been studied as a skin delivery helper. In lab skin models, it increased accumulation/penetration of hydrophilic actives (like vitamin C).
An Australian NICNAS report states DLGL to be non-irritating to skin at less than 10% and non-irritating to eyes at less than 1%. There's no evidence of skin sensitization in animal tests, but be sure to patch test if you are sensitive to surfactants.
Learn more about Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide LysineWater. 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. Remember to stay hydrated!
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