What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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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 ConditioningAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Dicaprylyl Ether
Emollient
Cetyl Esters
Emollient
Behentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Sh-Oligopeptide-78
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Wheat Starch
Skin ConditioningIsopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Citric Acid
Buffering
Parfum
Masking
Geraniol
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Water, Alcohol Denat., Propylene Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Dicaprylyl Ether, Cetyl Esters, Behentrimonium Chloride, Polysorbate 20, Sh-Oligopeptide-78, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Hydrolyzed Wheat Starch, Isopropyl Alcohol, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid, Parfum, Geraniol, Linalool, Hexyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Alcohol
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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.
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 AcidGeraniol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is the main component of citronellol. It is a monoterpenoid and an alcohol.
Monoterpenes are naturally found in many parts of different plants.
Geraniol can be found in many essential oils including Rose Oil and Citronella Oil. The scent of Geraniol is often described as "rose-like". Many foods also contain Geraniol for fruit flavoring.
Geraniol can irritate the skin when exposed to air. However, irritation depends on the ability of geraniol to penetrate into the skin. In general, geraniol is not able to penetrate skin easily.
Geraniol is colorless and has low water-solubility. However, it is soluble in common organic solvents.
Like citronellol, it is a natural insect repellent.
2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, (2E)-
Learn more about GeraniolHexyl Cinnamal is a fragrance ingredient with a similar scent to jasmine. It can be naturally found in chamomile essential oil.
This ingredient is a known EU allergen and may sensitize the skin. The EU requires this ingredient to be listed separately on an ingredients list.
Hexyl Cinnamal is not water soluble but is soluble in oils.
Learn more about Hexyl CinnamalLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolParfum 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 âFRAGRANCEâ or âPARFUMâ 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 SorbateTocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skinâs lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolWater. 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!
Learn more about Water
