What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
No benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Petrolatum
Emollient
Synthetic Wax
Abrasive
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Ozokerite
Emulsion StabilisingCrambe Abyssinica Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
BHT
Antioxidant
Acacia Decurrens Flower Wax
Emollient
Polyglycerin-3
Humectant
Punica Granatum Flower Extract
Skin Conditioning
Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
CI 45370
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45380
Cosmetic ColorantEthylhexyl Palmitate, Petrolatum, Synthetic Wax, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Ozokerite, Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Phenoxyethanol, Jojoba Esters, Titanium Dioxide, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract, Parfum, Allantoin, Tocopheryl Acetate, BHT, Acacia Decurrens Flower Wax, Polyglycerin-3, Punica Granatum Flower Extract, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Tocopherol, CI 45370, CI 15850, CI 45380
Tridecyl Trimellitate
EmollientEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
Emollient
Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientSynthetic Wax
Abrasive
Octocrylene
UV Absorber
Hydrogenated Styrene/Methylstyrene/Indene Copolymer
Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Candelilla Wax Esters
Parfum
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Menthol
Masking
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
BHT
Antioxidant
Tridecyl Trimellitate, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Diisostearyl Malate, Synthetic Wax, Octocrylene, Hydrogenated Styrene/Methylstyrene/Indene Copolymer, Beeswax, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Candelilla Wax Esters, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Menthol, Caprylyl Glycol, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, BHT
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
BHT is a synthetic antioxidant and preservative.
As an antioxidant, it helps your body fight off free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.
As a preservative, it is used to stabilize products and prevent them from degrading. Specifically, BHT prevents degradation from oxidation.
The concerns related to BHT come from oral studies; this ingredient is currently allowed for use by both the FDA and EU.
However, it was recently restricted for use in the UK as of April 2024.
Learn more about BHTEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is an organic compound that provides UVB protection. It often goes by the more common name of octinoxate. It is created from methoxycinnamic acid and 2-ethylhexanol.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate absorbs UVB rays with wavelengths between 280-320 nm. UV absorbers protect your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy.
UVB (290-320 nm) rays emit more energy than UVA rays. They are capable of damaging DNA, causing sunburns and are thought to be linked to skin cancer.
The state of Hawaii has banned sunscreens containing octinoxate due to its potential impact on coral reefs. More research is needed to bridge gaps in this research. The European Union allows higher levels of octinoxate in sunscreens than the US and Australia.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is oil soluble. It is not stable and may lose efficacy when exposed to sunlight.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl MethoxycinnamateParfum 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.
Synthetic Wax is a manufactured hydrocarbon wax. In formulas, it works as an occlusive emollient that helps reduce water loss and improves the spreadability of products.
Research comparing synthetic wax to traditional mineral-derived products found that formulas containing it perform as well for skin hydration.
It is considered non-comedogenic and vegan-friendly.
It has a well-established safety record by the CIR Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety.
Learn more about Synthetic Wax
