What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Polybutene
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientTridecyl Trimellitate
EmollientHydrogenated Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer
Hydrogenated Polycyclopentadiene
Aroma
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Menthol
Masking
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol
UV AbsorberCamellia Oleifera Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPersea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Prunus Cerasus Seed Oil
Emollient
Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil
Humectant
Vaccinium Corymbosum Seed Oil
Antioxidant
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientGlycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract
AstringentMethyl Nicotinate
SoothingCapsicum Frutescens Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Zingiber Officinale Root Oil
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
CI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantCI 73360
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantPolybutene, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Hydrogenated Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer, Hydrogenated Polycyclopentadiene, Aroma, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Menthol, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol, Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Persea Gratissima Oil, Prunus Cerasus Seed Oil, Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil, Vaccinium Corymbosum Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Glycine Soja Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Rubus Idaeus Fruit Extract, Methyl Nicotinate, Capsicum Frutescens Fruit Extract, Zingiber Officinale Root Oil, Tocopherol, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 45410, CI 73360, CI 15850, CI 77891, CI 19140
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
EmollientIsononyl Isononanoate
EmollientEthylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer
Diisostearyl Malate
EmollientPolybutene
Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil
Emollient
Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil
Emollient
Undaria Pinnatifida Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Aroma
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Limonene
Perfuming
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Aluminum Hydroxide
EmollientPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Triethoxycaprylylsilane
C20-24 Olefin
Skin ConditioningLinalool
Perfuming
BHT
Antioxidant
Geraniol
Perfuming
Alumina
Abrasive
Glycerin
Humectant
CI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantHydrogenated Polyisobutene, Isononyl Isononanoate, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Diisostearyl Malate, Polybutene, Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Tocopheryl Acetate, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil, Rubus Idaeus Seed Oil, Undaria Pinnatifida Extract, Tocopherol, Aroma, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Limonene, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Aluminum Hydroxide, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, C20-24 Olefin, Linalool, BHT, Geraniol, Alumina, Glycerin, CI 19140, CI 15850, CI 77891
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Aroma refers to an ingredient, or mixture of ingredients, that impart or mask a flavor.
The name is slightly confusing. This is because INCI associates aroma with flavor instead of smell.
Here is the official definition from the The International Cosmetic Ingredient Dictionary and Handbook:
“Aroma is a term for ingredient labeling used to identify that a product contains a material or combination of materials normally added to a cosmetic to produce or to mask a particular flavor.”
INCI shows the only purpose of aroma to be "flavouring".
However, due to regulation differences, some companies may use aroma in place of parfum.
In Canada, this ingredient only has to be listed in concentrations above 1%.
Learn more about AromaCi 15850 is the pigment color red. It is an azo dye and created synthetically.
Azo dyes need to be thoroughly purified before use. This allows them to be more stable and longer-lasting.
This ingredient is common in foundations, lipsticks, and blushes. This color is described as brown/orangey red.
It has many secondary names such as Red 6 and Red 7. According to a manufacturer, Red 6 usually contains aluminum.
Learn more about CI 15850CI 19140 is also known as Tartrazine. Tartrazine is a synthetic dye used in cosmetics, foods, and medicine to add a yellow color.
Tartrazine is created from petroleum and is water-soluble.
Some people may experience allergies from this dye, especially asthmatics and those with an aspirin intolerance.
Learn more about CI 19140Ci 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 77891Hydrogenated 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 PolyisobutenePentaerythrityl 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 HydroxyhydrocinnamatePolybutene is used to help control the viscosity of a product. This just means it helps adjusts the texture.
It is a polymer and does not get absorbed into the skin due to its large size.
Studies found this ingredient did not irritate skin in concentrations below 15%.
Learn more about PolybuteneTocopherol is a fat-soluble antioxidant known as Vitamin E.
You'll find this ingredient in the vast majority of skincare (for good reason). It works to neutralize free radicals, or unstable molecules generated by UV exposure, pollution, and other environmental stressors, before they can cause oxidative damage to your skin cells.
Topically applied tocopherol has been shown to protect against UV damage by ramping up the skin's own natural defense enzymes.
It also acts as a skin conditioning agent; some studies show that regular topical use can improve the skin's water-binding capacity over 2-4 weeks.
This ingredient is especially loved for being a team player. When combined with Vitamin C, the photoprotective effect of both ingredients roughly doubles and the combo also helps reduce UV-induced DNA damage.
This ingredient has some brightening potential but it's more of a prevention ingredient than spot-fader. Cell studies show it can slow down melanin production but it's worth noting that it's not the most powerful brightener out there.
In formulations, it also serves as a stabilizer that helps protect other oxidation-prone ingredients from degrading.
Concentrations usually range from 0.1-1% in most leave-on products.
Learn more about TocopherolTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl Acetate
