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What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Behentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Dimethicone
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-8 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine
EmulsifyingIsododecane
EmollientCetyl Esters
Emollient
Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningKeratin
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract
EmollientAmaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Quercus Petraea Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningBrassica Campestris/Aleurites Fordi Oil Copolymer
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Adansonia Digitata Seed Extract
Oryza Sativa Seed Protein
Antioxidant
Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Extract
Skin ProtectingOryza Sativa Extract
Absorbent
Cystoseira Compressa Extract
Hydrolyzed Pea Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol
Skin ConditioningCystine Bis-Pg-Propyl Silanetriol
Skin ConditioningCynara Scolymus Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Paradisi Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Quinoa
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Oryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin Conditioning
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine
HumectantHelianthus Annuus Extract
Emollient
Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Cinnamidopropyltrimonium Chloride
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialGalactoarabinan
Xylitol
Humectant
Trehalose
Humectant
Zea Mays Starch
AbsorbentHelianthus Annuus Sprout Extract
Skin ConditioningCalcium Gluconate
HumectantPisum Sativum Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Linseed Extract
Skin ConditioningPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
Propanediol
Solvent
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Quaternium-95
UV AbsorberGluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Phytic Acid
Disodium Phosphate
BufferingCaprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
CleansingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Ethyl Linoleate
Emollient
Ethyl Oleate
Emollient
Sorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Polyquaternium-37
Phenethyl Alcohol
MaskingCaprylic Acid
CleansingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Sodium Phytate
Sodium Phosphate
BufferingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Citric Acid
Buffering
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Dehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Coumarin
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Behentrimonium Chloride, Dimethicone, PEG-100 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-8 Dimethicone, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Isododecane, Cetyl Esters, Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Keratin, Panthenol, Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract, Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract, Quercus Petraea Fruit Extract, Brassica Campestris/Aleurites Fordi Oil Copolymer, Hydrolyzed Adansonia Digitata Seed Extract, Oryza Sativa Seed Protein, Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Extract, Oryza Sativa Extract, Cystoseira Compressa Extract, Hydrolyzed Pea Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol, Cystine Bis-Pg-Propyl Silanetriol, Cynara Scolymus Leaf Extract, Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Asiaticoside, Hydrolyzed Quinoa, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Jojoba Esters, Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine, Helianthus Annuus Extract, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Madecassoside, Cinnamidopropyltrimonium Chloride, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Galactoarabinan, Xylitol, Trehalose, Zea Mays Starch, Helianthus Annuus Sprout Extract, Calcium Gluconate, Pisum Sativum Extract, Hydrolyzed Linseed Extract, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Parfum, Propanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Glycerin, Polysorbate 60, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Polysorbate 20, Dimethiconol, Maltodextrin, Quaternium-95, Gluconolactone, Phytic Acid, Disodium Phosphate, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Butylene Glycol, Ethyl Linoleate, Ethyl Oleate, Sorbitan Oleate, Polyquaternium-37, Phenethyl Alcohol, Caprylic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Isopropyl Alcohol, Benzyl Alcohol, Chlorphenesin, Sorbic Acid, Benzoic Acid, Sodium Phytate, Sodium Phosphate, Sodium Benzoate, Alcohol, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Dehydroacetic Acid, Benzyl Salicylate, Coumarin, Limonene, 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.
This ingredient is a preservative and often used for it's anti-static properties. You'll most likely see this ingredient in hair conditioners.
It does not cause irritation or sensitization in leave-on products at 1-5%.
Benzyl Alcohol is most commonly used as a preservative. It also has a subtle, sweet smell. Small amounts of Benzyl Alcohol is not irritating and safe to use in skincare products. Most Benzyl Alcohol is derived from fruits such as apricots.
Benzyl Alcohol has both antibacterial and antioxidant properties. These properties help lengthen the shelf life of products. Benzyl Alcohol is a solvent and helps dissolve other ingredients. It can also improve the texture and spreadability.
Alcohol comes in many different forms. Different types of alcohol will have different effects on skin. This ingredient is an astringent alcohol.
Using high concentrations of these alcohols are drying on the skin. They may strip away your skin's natural oils and even damage your skin barrier. Astringent alcohols may also irritate skin.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
According to the National Rosacea Society based in the US, you should be mindful of products with these alcohols in the top half of ingredients.
Any type of sanitizing product will have high amounts of alcohol to help kill bacteria and viruses.
Learn more about Benzyl AlcoholCetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholCetyl Esters is a synthetic wax made up of mostly fatty acids and fatty alcohols. It is strcturally similar to wax taken from whales.
As an emollient, it creates a thin barrier on the skin. This barrier prevents moisture from escaping.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Cetyl EstersCitric 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 AcidHexyl 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 CinnamalIsopropyl Alcohol is more commonly known as rubbing alcohol. It is most commonly used as a solvent, meaning it helps other ingredients dissolve.
This ingredient is an astringent alcohol. Astringent alcohols may also irritate skin as they high amounts may strip away your skin's natural oils.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
According to the National Rosacea Society based in the US, you should be mindful of products with these alcohols in the top half of ingredients.
Any type of sanitizing product will have high amounts of alcohol to help kill bacteria and viruses.
Learn more about Isopropyl AlcoholLinalool 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 “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.
Polysorbate 20 is made by combining ethoxylation of sorbitan, ethylene oxide, and lauric acid. It is a mild cleansing agent, surfactant, and emulsifier.
As a surfactant, it helps collect dirt and oils for washing. Emulsifiers prevent oils and water from separating.
Polysorbate 20 also adds scent to a product. Since it is made using sorbitol, it has a sweet scent. Sorbitol can also be found in fruits such as apples and peaches.
The lauric acid used to create Polysorbate 20 is often derived from coconuts.
Polysorbate 20 may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 20Potassium 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 skin’s 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. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about Water
