What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
CleansingCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
Cleansing
Decyl Glucoside
Cleansing
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Gluconamido Amodimethicone
Trideceth-7
EmulsifyingTrideceth-8
EmulsifyingGlycol Stearate
Emollient
PEG-150 Distearate
Emulsifying
Glycerin
Humectant
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Tea-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate
CleansingCetylpyridinium Chloride
AntimicrobialClimbazole
Antimicrobial
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium PCA
Humectant
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Piroctone Olamine
Preservative
Lactobacillus
Skin ConditioningSodium Hydroxide
BufferingPolyquaternium-10
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningSodium Gluconate
ChelatingHydroxyapatite
Abrasive
Capryloyl Salicylic Acid
Exfoliating
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Cocodimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Silk
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Laminaria Digitata Extract
Skin Protecting
Persea Gratissima Fruit Extract
EmollientHydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Water, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Decyl Glucoside, Salicylic Acid, Gluconamido Amodimethicone, Trideceth-7, Trideceth-8, Glycol Stearate, PEG-150 Distearate, Glycerin, Dimethiconol, Tea-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate, Cetylpyridinium Chloride, Climbazole, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium PCA, Glycolic Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Piroctone Olamine, Lactobacillus, Sodium Hydroxide, Polyquaternium-10, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Sodium Gluconate, Hydroxyapatite, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Lactic Acid, Cocodimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Silk, Sodium Hyaluronate, Niacinamide, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Persea Gratissima Fruit Extract, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Panthenol
Zinc Pyrithione 1%
Antiseborrhoeic
Water
Skin ConditioningCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Laureth-12 Succinate
Skin ConditioningSodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate
CleansingDecyl Glucoside
Cleansing
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
CleansingGlycol Distearate
Emollient
Sodium Chloride
MaskingCoco-Betaine
Cleansing
Parfum
Masking
Amodimethicone
Citric Acid
Buffering
PPG-5-Ceteth-20
EmulsifyingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingAcrylates Copolymer
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingPEG-55 Propylene Glycol Oleate
Surfactant
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Polyquaternium-39
Limonene
Perfuming
Squalane
Emollient
Menthol
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Trideceth-6
EmulsifyingSodium Polynaphthalenesulfonate
Emulsion StabilisingBenzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Cellulose Gum
Emulsion StabilisingArtemisia Umbelliformis Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningTetrasodium EDTA
ChelatingMethylisothiazolinone
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Zinc Pyrithione 1%, Water, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Laureth-12 Succinate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate, Decyl Glucoside, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Glycol Distearate, Sodium Chloride, Coco-Betaine, Parfum, Amodimethicone, Citric Acid, PPG-5-Ceteth-20, Sodium Hydroxide, Acrylates Copolymer, Sodium Benzoate, Carbomer, PEG-55 Propylene Glycol Oleate, Propylene Glycol, Polyquaternium-39, Limonene, Squalane, Menthol, Glycerin, Benzoic Acid, Trideceth-6, Sodium Polynaphthalenesulfonate, Benzyl Salicylate, Salicylic Acid, Benzyl Alcohol, Linalool, Citronellol, Citral, Geraniol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Cellulose Gum, Artemisia Umbelliformis Flower Extract, Tetrasodium EDTA, Methylisothiazolinone, Potassium Sorbate
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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.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine is a fatty acid created by mixing similar compounds in coconut oil and dimethylaminopropylamine, a compound with two amino groups.
This ingredient is a surfactant and cleanser. It helps gather the dirt, pollutants, and other impurities in your skin to be washed away. It also helps thicken a product and make the texture more creamy.
Being created from coconut oil means Cocamidopropyl Betaine is hydrating for the skin.
While Cocamidopropyl Betaine was believed to be an allergen, a study from 2012 disproved this. It found two compounds in unpure Cocamidopropyl Betaine to be the irritants: aminoamide and 3-dimethylaminopropylamine. High-grade and pure Cocamidopropyl Betaine did not induce allergic reactions during this study.
Learn more about Cocamidopropyl BetaineDecyl Glucoside is a plant-derived surfactant and emulsion stabilizer. It is created by reacting glucose with the fatty acids from plants.
Like all surfactants, it works by lowering the surface tension between water and oil. This makes it so that dirt, sebum, and makeup can be lifted off your skin and rinsed away. It also produces a dense and creamy foam.
Because it has a neutral charge, it is compatible with a wide range of ingredients and stays stable across a broad pH range/water hardiness conditions.
Patch testing has shown it to have the lowest irritation potential among common cleansing surfactants (like SLS).
Typical use levels range from 5-20% in rinse-off cleansers.
One thing worth knowing: The American Contact Dermatitis Society named the parent family, alkyl glucosides, "Allergen of the Year" in 2017. The prevalence of allergy is pretty low but be sure to patch test if you've reacted to "gentle" or sulfate-free cleansers before.
This ingredient is fungal acne safe because the fatty alcohol portion of this ingredient is not within the C11-24 chain length that Malassezia can metabolize.
Learn more about Decyl GlucosideGlycerin (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 GlycerinSalicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is a well-known ingredient for treating skin that struggles with acne and clogged pores. It exfoliates both the skin's surface and deep within the pores to help clear out buildup, control oil, and reduce inflammation.
Unlike AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids), salicylic acid is oil-soluble. This allows it to penetrate into pores which makes it especially effective for treating blackheads and preventing future breakouts.
Salicylic acid is also known for its soothing properties. It has a similar structure to aspirin and can calm inflamed or irritated skin, making it a good option for acne-prone skin that is also sensitive.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing this ingredient into your routine.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun sensitivity, it’s still important to wear sunscreen daily to protect your skin.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidSodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateSodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideSodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate is a cleansing agent and emulsifier. It is a surfactant derived from sarcosine, and a common source is coconut oil.
As a surfactant, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate helps lift dirts, oil, and other molecules to be washed away. In leave-on products, this ingredient is used as an emulsifier. Emulsifier help prevent ingredients such as oils and waters from separating.
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate is also commonly found as a foaming agent in shampoo, toothpaste, and shaving foam. It is amphiphilic, meaning it loves both water and fats.
Learn more about Sodium Lauroyl SarcosinateWater. 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
