What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientPhytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Skin ConditioningDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin ConditioningEthylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Synthetic Wax
AbrasiveButylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
Parfum
MaskingCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
EmulsifyingPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
AntioxidantSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
EmollientCI 16035
Cosmetic ColorantPunica Granatum Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantPolyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
EmulsifyingWater
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
AntioxidantAscorbic Acid
AntioxidantPanthenol
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningVanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantTheobroma Cacao Extract
Skin ConditioningHydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
HumectantHydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
HumectantHyaluronic Acid
HumectantHydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningGlycine Soja Peptide
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
HumectantPalmitoyl Hexapeptide-12
Skin ConditioningPotassium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Polyisobutene, Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Diisostearyl Malate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Synthetic Wax, Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Parfum, CI 77891, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, CI 16035, Punica Granatum Flower Extract, CI 45410, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Water, Tocopherol, Ascorbic Acid, Panthenol, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Theobroma Cacao Extract, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Glycine Soja Peptide, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12, Potassium Hyaluronate
Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate
Skin ConditioningDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientHydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientPolybutene
Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin)
EmollientMicrocrystalline Wax
Emulsion StabilisingEuphorbia Cerifera Wax
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
EmulsifyingEthylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientAlumina
AbrasiveAluminum Stearate
Cosmetic ColorantPolyhydroxystearic Acid
EmulsifyingBenzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol
UV AbsorberEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningButylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
Citrus Junos Peel Oil
AstringentPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
AntioxidantTocopherol
AntioxidantWater
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
HumectantPropanediol
SolventHydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingAscorbic Acid
AntioxidantCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPanthenol
Skin ConditioningOctyldodecanol
EmollientCeramide NP
Skin ConditioningPolyglyceryl-10 Stearate
Skin ConditioningPantolactone
HumectantCholesterol
EmollientStearic Acid
CleansingSodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
SmoothingSh-Oligopeptide-1
Skin ConditioningSh-Polypeptide-1
Skin ConditioningBiotin
AntiseborrhoeicPyridoxine
Skin ConditioningFolic Acid
Skin ConditioningSh-Polypeptide-9
Skin ConditioningSh-Polypeptide-7
AntiseborrhoeicSh-Oligopeptide-2
Skin ConditioningSh-Polypeptide-45
Skin ConditioningSh-Oligopeptide-14
Skin ConditioningCyanocobalamin
Skin ConditioningLinoleic Acid
CleansingThiamine Hcl
MaskingBeta-Carotene
Skin ConditioningInositol
HumectantRiboflavin
Cosmetic ColorantLimonene
PerfumingLinalool
PerfumingPhytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Diisostearyl Malate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Polybutene, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Microcrystalline Wax, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, CI 77891, Caprylyl Glycol, Alumina, Aluminum Stearate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Citrus Junos Peel Oil, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Tocopherol, Water, Glycerin, Propanediol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Ascorbic Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Panthenol, Octyldodecanol, Ceramide NP, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Pantolactone, Cholesterol, Stearic Acid, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Sh-Oligopeptide-1, Sh-Polypeptide-1, Biotin, Pyridoxine, Folic Acid, Sh-Polypeptide-9, Sh-Polypeptide-7, Sh-Oligopeptide-2, Sh-Polypeptide-45, Sh-Oligopeptide-14, Cyanocobalamin, Linoleic Acid, Thiamine Hcl, Beta-Carotene, Inositol, Riboflavin, Limonene, Linalool
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
Ascorbic Acid is is pure Vitamin C. This form makes up the largest amount of vitamin C found naturally in our skin.
Not only is vitamin C great for your overall health and immune system, it also has plenty of benefits on your skin.
Vitamin C is best used for brightening skin. It improves dark spots, acne scars, and hyperpigmentation. This is because it blocks the process of skin darkening when exposed to UV.
Remember: Vitamin C should not replace sunscreen!
Your skin uses vitamin C to build collagen. Collagen is one key component in having a strong skin barrier and plump skin. Vitamin C also plays a role in regulating collagen, thus making it effective in improving wrinkles and fine lines.
Ascorbic acid shows potent antioxidant activity. As an antioxidant, it helps fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells. These antioxidants also protect skin against UV damage.
The best formulations include Vitamin E and/or ferulic acid. These two ingredients help stabilize and provide a boost in the benefits of ascorbic acid. This is because ascorbic acid becomes unstable when exposed to UV and air. In fact, you can tell your ascorbic acid has oxidized when it turns an orange-yellow color.
Ascorbic acid is generally compatible with other ingredients. However, using ascorbic acid with other active ingredients might cause irritation. Two ingredients: copper ions and benzoyl peroxide, will inactivate ascorbic acid completely.
Read more about other types of Vitamin C:
Foods rich with vitamin C include oranges, strawberries, broccoli, bell peppers, and more. When consuming Vitamin C, your skin receives a portion of the nutrients.
Learn more about Ascorbic AcidWe don't have a description for Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer yet.
Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891Diisostearyl Malate is an emollient and most often used in lip products. It comes from isostearyl alcohol, a fatty acid, and malic acid, an AHA.
As an emollient, Diisostearyl Malate helps create a thin film on your skin to trap moisture in. This helps keep your skin soft and smooth.
We don't have a description for Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer yet.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is a synthetic polymer. Polymers are compounds with high molecular weight. Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is an emollient and texture enhancer.
In one study, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene showed better skin hydration levels than Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. As an emollient, it helps keep your skin soft and hydrated by trapping moisture in.
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is often used as a mineral oil replacement.
Learn more about Hydrogenated PolyisobutenePanthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate (long name, huh?) is a synthetic antioxidant.
It is used to help stabilize other antioxidants or prevent the color from changing in a product.
As an antioxidant, it helps fight free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are capable of damaging our cells and other genetic material. Thus, antioxidants may reduce the signs of aging.
This ingredient is oil-soluble.
Learn more about Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl HydroxyhydrocinnamateWe don't have a description for Phytosteryl/Isostearyl/Cetyl/Stearyl/Behenyl Dimer Dilinoleate yet.
This ingredient is a form of glycerin with emulsifying and emollient properties.
As an emulsifier, this ingredient helps keep products together while adding a thick texture. The manufacturer states this ingredient has emollient properties. Emollients help keep the skin hydrated by trapping moisture in.
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate is created by reacting diglycerin and isostearic acid. Due to the isostearic acid base, it may not be safe for Malassezia or fungal acne.
Learn more about Polyglyceryl-2 TriisostearateTocopherol (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