What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Propanediol
Solvent
Zinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialBis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Arachidyl Alcohol
Emollient
Maleated Soybean Oil Glyceryl/Octyldodecanol Esters
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Bisabolol
Antioxidant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Arachidyl Glucoside
EmulsifyingDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Glycereth-20
HumectantPentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Disodium EDTA
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Amodimethicone
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingSilica
Abrasive
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Emulsifying
Caprylhydroxamic Acid
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
BHT
Antioxidant
Haberlea Rhodopensis Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningAmmonium Polyacrylate
StabilisingTrideceth-9
EmulsifyingPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Tranexamic Acid
Astringent
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Oligopeptide-68
Bleaching
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Emulsifying
Sodium Oleate
CleansingWater, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Propanediol, Zinc Oxide, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Dimethicone, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Titanium Dioxide, Arachidyl Alcohol, Maleated Soybean Oil Glyceryl/Octyldodecanol Esters, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Behenyl Alcohol, Bisabolol, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycerin, Arachidyl Glucoside, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Glycereth-20, Pentylene Glycol, Chlorphenesin, Disodium EDTA, Allantoin, Amodimethicone, Carbomer, Sodium Hydroxide, Silica, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, BHT, Haberlea Rhodopensis Leaf Extract, Ammonium Polyacrylate, Trideceth-9, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Tranexamic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polysorbate 20, Oligopeptide-68, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sodium Oleate
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Aloe Barbadensis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
Emollient
Camellia Sinensis Extract
Antioxidant
Punica Granatum Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Octocrylene
UV Absorber
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Acrylates Copolymer
Propolis Wax
EmollientPicea Abies Extract
Skin ConditioningAllantoin
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
Chitin
Abrasive
Water, Glycerin, Propanediol, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Aloe Barbadensis Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Niacinamide, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Camellia Sinensis Extract, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Octocrylene, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Propolis Wax, Picea Abies Extract, Allantoin, Xanthan Gum, Panthenol, Disodium EDTA, Chitin
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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.
Allantoin is a soothing ingredient known for its protective and moisturizing properties; it's basically a quiet workhorse ingredient you can find in a huge range of cosmetics.
Though it can be derived from the comfrey plant, allantoin is produced synthetically for cosmetic products to ensure purity.
Research shows it can encourage your skin cells to turn over and renew by stimulating keratinocyte and fibroblast proliferation.
It also has mild keratolytic properties to help loosen and shed dead skin cells without being harsh.
Studies also suggest allantoin can help calm inflammation by dialing down some of the chemical signals your skin sends out when it is irritated.
This ingredient is typically used in the 0.1-0.5% range, and the FDA recognizes it as a skin protectant in OTC products up to 2%.
Overall, allantoin is a wonderful addition to most routines; it is stable across a wide pH range (~4-8), works well with other ingredients, and is considered non-sensitizing/non-irritating.
Fun fact: Allantoin is naturally occurring in comfrey root, beets, chamomile, and wheat sprouts. Our bodies even produce it as a byproduct of uric acid metabolism.
Learn more about AllantoinButylene 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 GlycolDisodium EDTA is a chelating agent. It grabs onto and deactivates metal ions that sneak into your products from water, packaging, or air.
This ingredient mainly works behind the scenes and helps with:
On top of that, this ingredient can counteract the effects of hard water by binding to the minerals in it.
One thing worth knowing is that Disodium EDTA has been shown to be a mild penetration enhancer. It can help other ingredients absorb into skin more effectively which can be a double-edged sword (great for actives, but can also make the active too strong if you have sensitive skin).
Clinical patch testing showed no significant skin irritation at typical use concentrations and minimal dermal absorption.
You'll most likely see this ingredient near the end of an ingredient list. It's typically found in concentrations less than 1%.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAEthylhexyl 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 MethoxycinnamateGlycerin (or glycerol) is a compound naturally found in your skin. It's a powerhouse humectant that pulls water into the stratum corneum.
Topically, glycerin does several things at once:
Your skin makes glycerin on its own (mostly from sebaceous oil breakdown) and shuttles it to your outermost layer of skin, or your epidermis, via aquaporin-3.
Aquaporin-3 is a transporter that is essential for normal skin hydration, elasticity, and repair. Interestingly, mice lacking in AQP3 have dry and less elastic skin that can be fully corrected with glycerin.
This ingredient is non-irritating, plays well with almost every ingredient, and works across all skin types. Typical use is anywhere between 3-10% but can go up to 79% in some leave-on products.
Just know very high concentrations (>40%) can feel tacky in low humidity.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinPhenoxyethanol 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.
Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolWater. 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
