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
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientOzokerite
Emulsion StabilisingCera Microcristallina
Emulsion StabilisingEthylhexyl Palmitate
Emollient
Euphorbia Cerifera Cera
Astringent
Ceresin
Emulsion StabilisingDiisostearyl Malate
EmollientCera Alba
Emollient
Petrolatum
Emollient
Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer
Copernicia Cerifera Cera
Emollient
Pentaerythrityl Adipate/Caprate/Caprylate/Heptanoate
EmollientParaffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Phytosteryl Macadamiate
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
CI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantCI 75470
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantMica
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45380
Cosmetic ColorantCI 45410
Cosmetic ColorantCI 73360
Cosmetic ColorantCI 16035
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantTitanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
CI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantRicinus Communis Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Ozokerite, Cera Microcristallina, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Euphorbia Cerifera Cera, Ceresin, Diisostearyl Malate, Cera Alba, Petrolatum, Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer, Copernicia Cerifera Cera, Pentaerythrityl Adipate/Caprate/Caprylate/Heptanoate, Paraffinum Liquidum, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Sorbic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Phytosteryl Macadamiate, Tocopherol, Glycine Soja Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Silica, CI 42090, CI 75470, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, Mica, CI 45380, CI 45410, CI 73360, CI 16035, CI 15850, Titanium Dioxide, CI 19140, CI 15985
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate is an emollient ester. It comes from cetearyl alcohol and 2-ethylhexanoic acid.
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate is an emollient that adds a velvety feel to skin without being greasy or oily. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin, keeping your skin soft and hydrated.
Ci 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 45410 is a synthetic red-pigment and dye.
It often goes by both Red 28 or Red 27; manufacturers label both ingredients as CI 45410.
This dye is commonly found in makeup because it imparts a vivid color. Some types of this dye change color based on pH level and interaction with moisture:
Your skin has a natural pH of around 4.5 - 5.5.
According to the FDA, CI 45410 is not permitted for use in eye products.
Red 27 is a flourescein dye and commonly used as a fluorescent tracer in medicine.
Learn more about CI 45410Ci 73360 is a synthetic red-pink dye.
It is soluble in water and remains chemically stable across a range of pH levels typically used in cosmetics. This helps manufacturers maintain uniform color throughout a product’s shelf life.
Because this ingredient is a regulated cosmetic colorant, its purity, manufacturing standards, and allowed uses are defined by cosmetic regulations in major markets.
Learn more about CI 73360Ci 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77491 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 77491CI 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 77492Ci 77499 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It is created from mixing red and black iron oxides. This helps give shades of darkness to a product.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Glycine Soja Oil is a plant-derived oil from soybean seeds. Like other oils, it is rich in essential fatty acids (mostly linoleic and oleic) that support skin hydration and barrier function.
The fatty acids are able to integrate into the lipid matrix of the stratum corneum to help soften skin and reduce water loss.
On top of that, soybean oil is rich in vitamins like vitamin E, a potent antioxidant.
Research on soybean's active components also point to anti-inflammatory, collagen-stimulating, antioxidant activity, and protection against UV-induced oxidative damage.
Most of this research applies to the broader soybean plant and not just the oil fraction alone.
This ingredient may not be fungal acne safe due to the oleic acid content.
Learn more about Glycine Soja OilPhenoxyethanol 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.
Tocopherol 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
