What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Ingredients Side-by-side
Silica
Abrasive
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Bis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone
Emollient
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
Absorbent
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantWater
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Citrus Junos Seed Extract
Antioxidant
Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Asiatic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Propolis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Madecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Silica, Zinc Oxide, Bis-Hydroxyethoxypropyl Dimethicone, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Glyceryl Caprylate, Caprylyl Glycol, CI 77492, Water, Centella Asiatica Extract, Tocopherol, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Citrus Junos Seed Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract, Ascorbic Acid, Madecassoside, Asiatic Acid, Asiaticoside, Propolis Extract, Madecassic Acid
Silica
Abrasive
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Mica
Cosmetic ColorantSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Magnesium Myristate
Kaolin
Abrasive
Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
CI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantBoron Nitride
Absorbent
Water
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Chrysanthellum Indicum Extract
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Pearl
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Silk
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Silica, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Mica, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Magnesium Myristate, Kaolin, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Hyaluronate, CI 77492, Boron Nitride, Water, Phenoxyethanol, Chrysanthellum Indicum Extract, Butylene Glycol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Hydrolyzed Pearl, Hydrolyzed Silk, 1,2-Hexanediol
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.
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 preservatives
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a humectant, skin conditioner, emollient, and preservative booster derived from either caprylic acid or synthetically created.
Typical use levels vary from 0.3-1% as a preservative booster and go up to 2% to condition skin.
Because it is not a free-fatty acid, this ingredient is fungal acne safe (there's nothing for Malassezia to feed on).
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolCI 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created CI 77492 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77492Silica, also known as silicon dioxide, is a naturally occurring mineral. It is used as a fine, spherical, and porous powder in cosmetics.
Though it has exfoliant properties, the function of silica varies depending on the product.
The unique structure of silica enhances the spreadability and adds smoothness, making it a great texture enhancer.
It is also used as an active carrier, emulsifier, and mattifier due to its ability to absorb excess oil.
In some products, tiny microneedles called spicules are made from silica or hydrolyzed sponge. When you rub them in, they lightly polish away dead skin layers and enhance the penetration of active ingredients.
Learn more about SilicaSodium Hyaluronate is the salt form of hyaluronic acid. It is a long sugar chain that is naturally found in your skin, joints, and connective tissue that maintains hydration and elasticity.
In skincare, it works as a humectant. It pulls water from the environment and deeper layers of skin and binds it to the surface.
Interestingly, the size of the molecule affects its behavior:
Some clinical evidence links low molecular weight versions to improved wrinkle depth, elasticity, anti-inflammatory effects, and barrier repair.
Many serums use a blend of both weights so you can get surface hydration plus longer-lasting and deeper effects.
You'll typically see concentrations between 0.1-2% for this ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateSynthetic Fluorphlogopite is the synthethic version of mica. It consists of fluorine, aluminum and silicate.
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite is used to add volume to products.
It is considered non-irritating on the skin.
Learn more about Synthetic FluorphlogopiteTriethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicon-based surface modifier that makes sunscreens feel silky and makeup stay put.
Its main job is to coat mineral particles like titanium dioxide, zinc oxide, and color pigments in a thin, oily layer so they spread smoothly, don't clump, and stick to skin better.
This ingredient is typically used at low levels (up to 2.5% in eyeshadow and 1% in lipstick).
Learn more about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneWater. 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
