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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Pisum Sativum Peptide
Skin Conditioning
Rosa Canina Fruit Extract
Astringent
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Hydrolyzed Rice Protein
Skin ConditioningCurcuma Longa Callus Conditioned Media
Skin ConditioningCaffeine
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Soy Protein
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSilica
Abrasive
Glycogen
HumectantPolygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
Antioxidant
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
Astringent
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Lysate Filtrate
Skin Conditioning
Isochrysis Galbana Extract
Skin ConditioningRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Octapeptide-2
Skin Conditioning
Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1
Myristoyl Tetrapeptide-12
Skin Conditioning
Myristoyl Hexapeptide-16
Skin Conditioning
Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17
Skin Conditioning
Phytic Acid
Zingiber Officinale Water
MaskingWater, Propanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Pisum Sativum Peptide, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Curcuma Longa Callus Conditioned Media, Caffeine, Xanthan Gum, Pentylene Glycol, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Ethylhexylglycerin, Silica, Glycogen, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Lysate Filtrate, Isochrysis Galbana Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Panthenol, Octapeptide-2, Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1, Myristoyl Tetrapeptide-12, Myristoyl Hexapeptide-16, Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17, Phytic Acid, Zingiber Officinale Water
Water
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Aminomethyl Propanol
BufferingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Isochrysis Galbana Extract
Skin ConditioningCopper Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Swertia Japonica Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Citrate
BufferingArginine
Masking
Chlorella Vulgaris Sh-Oligopeptide-1
Antimicrobial
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Curcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingLecithin
Emollient
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Masking
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningGinkgo Biloba Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sorbitol
Humectant
Myrothamnus Flabellifolia Leaf/Stem Extract
HumectantPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract
Antimicrobial
Propanediol
Solvent
Sodium PCA
Humectant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Sodium Lactate
Buffering
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Yeast Extract
Skin ConditioningPPG-26-Buteth-26
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans
HumectantAspartic Acid
Masking
Myristoyl Pentapeptide-8
Skin Conditioning
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Glycine
Buffering
PCA
Humectant
Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Silk Amino Acids
HumectantLarix Europaea Wood Extract
HumectantCitric Acid
Buffering
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Sh-Oligopeptide-10
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Oligopeptide-2
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Polypeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Sh-Polypeptide-11
Sh-Polypeptide-9
Skin Conditioning
Urea
Buffering
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSodium Metabisulfite
Antioxidant
Alanine
Masking
Phytic Acid
Biotin
AntiseborrhoeicSerine
Masking
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Keratin
Humectant
Valine
MaskingDisodium EDTA
Arbutin
Antioxidant
Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1
Myristoyl Hexapeptide-16
Skin Conditioning
Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17
Skin Conditioning
Myristoyl Tetrapeptide-12
Skin Conditioning
Laminaria Digitata Extract
Skin Protecting
Pelvetia Canaliculata Extract
Skin ProtectingIsoleucine
Skin ConditioningProline
Skin Conditioning
Threonine
Zinc Chloride
AntimicrobialGlyceryl Caprylate
EmollientPanicum Miliaceum Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningHistidine
Humectant
Phenylalanine
Masking
Apigenin
Antioxidant
Phenylpropanol
Masking
Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
Emulsifying
Carthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningHibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningOleanolic Acid
Skin ConditioningNicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 Sh-Polypeptide-86
Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 Sh-Polypeptide-9
Nicotiana Benthamiana Octapeptide-30 Sh-Oligopeptide-2
Skin Conditioning
Water, Pentylene Glycol, Glycerin, Aminomethyl Propanol, Butylene Glycol, Isochrysis Galbana Extract, Copper Tripeptide-1, Swertia Japonica Extract, Sodium Citrate, Arginine, Chlorella Vulgaris Sh-Oligopeptide-1, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Ascorbic Acid, Polysorbate 20, Gluconolactone, Caprylyl Glycol, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Lecithin, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Propylene Glycol, Alcohol, Sodium Benzoate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Sorbitol, Myrothamnus Flabellifolia Leaf/Stem Extract, Panthenol, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract, Propanediol, Sodium PCA, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Sodium Lactate, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Yeast Extract, PPG-26-Buteth-26, Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans, Aspartic Acid, Myristoyl Pentapeptide-8, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Glycine, PCA, Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract, Silk Amino Acids, Larix Europaea Wood Extract, Citric Acid, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract, Sh-Oligopeptide-10, Sh-Oligopeptide-2, Sh-Polypeptide-1, Sh-Polypeptide-11, Sh-Polypeptide-9, Urea, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Metabisulfite, Alanine, Phytic Acid, Biotin, Serine, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Valine, Disodium EDTA, Arbutin, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1, Myristoyl Hexapeptide-16, Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17, Myristoyl Tetrapeptide-12, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Pelvetia Canaliculata Extract, Isoleucine, Proline, Threonine, Zinc Chloride, Glyceryl Caprylate, Panicum Miliaceum Seed Extract, Histidine, Phenylalanine, Apigenin, Phenylpropanol, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Carthamus Tinctorius Flower Extract, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract, Oleanolic Acid, Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 Sh-Polypeptide-86, Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 Sh-Polypeptide-9, Nicotiana Benthamiana Octapeptide-30 Sh-Oligopeptide-2
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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.
Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1 is a lab-made molecule that combines two parts: biotin (vitamin B7) and Tripeptide-1. Together, they form a peptide thatβs often used in hair and eyelash products.
In-vitro studies show this ingredient helps hair bulb cells grow faster and product more structual proteins. This helps keep hair securely anchored in the follicle.
A small human study using a mascara with 2% Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1 reported lashes that were about 17% longer and 19% thicker after one month.
One study from 2025 compared topical spray vs. a combined tropical/oral treatment. The combination group saw greater increases in total hair count.
While these early results are encouraging, most of the data comes from in-vitro experiments (in test tubes) or small, short-term trials.
Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1 looks promising for supporting hair strength and growth but thereβs not yet strong clinical evidence to confirm how well it works.
Learn more about Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1Butylene 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 GlycolCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract (tea extract) is one of the most well-researched plant extracts in skincare with an impressive resume.
Black tea, green tea, and oolong tea are all harvested from the Camellia Sinensis plant.
Studies show green tea extract and its catechins (like epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG)) help your skin cells product energy more efficiently and reducing the number of free-radicals that can damage your skin from the inside.
In lab-grown skin models, this translated to younger, healthier, and stronger skin.
There's also good sun protection data; researchers saw less DNA damage and redness on human skin when green tea was applied before UVB exposure. And the more they applied, the better the protection.
Needless to say, this ingredient shouldn't replace your sunscreen. But it is a great supportive ingredient that you can already find in many sunscreens and antioxidant serums.
A 2009 study found a 2% green tea lotion was effective for mild-to-moderate acne thanks to its anti-inflammatory and mild antimicrobial activity.
The quality of the extract matters a lot here:
Good extracts contain 50-90% catechins while lower quality ones are mostly there for marketing. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the quality or source of their ingredients.
Human Repeated Insult Patch Testing showed no irritation or sensitization at use concentrations (0.86% in leave-on products and up to 30% as leaf water).
Learn more about Camellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract comes from the Chamomile flower.
Chamomile is rich in antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties. Several compounds found in chamomile help with soothing, such as bisbolol.
Antioxidant components in chamomile make it an effective ingredient to help slow the signs of aging. Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules, or molecules that may damage your skin.
Essential oils from chamomile have been found to improve wound healing due to its antimicrobial properties.
Ancient Greeks and Egyptians used Chamomile to treat skin redness and dryness. Chamomile has also been used to help treat stomach issues.
Learn more about Chamomilla Recutita Flower ExtractEthylhexylglycerin is created from glycerin. It is a multitasker ingredient that:
The CIR Expert Panel found minimal skin absorption or sensitization of any kind in a safety assessment. Though this ingredient is considered well-tolerated, a small number of cases of allergic dermatitis have been published since 2002. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure.
Industry-reported use ranges from 8% in rinse-off products and 2% in leave-on formulations.
Learn more about EthylhexylglycerinGlycerin (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 GlycerinWe don't have a description for Isochrysis Galbana Extract yet.
Myristoyl Hexapeptide-16 is a peptide.
Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17 isn't fungal acne safe and is a peptide.
Myristoyl Tetrapeptide-12 is a peptide.
Panthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolPentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.
The hydrophilic trait of Pentylene Glycol makes it a humectant. As a humectant, Pentylene Glycol helps draw moisture from the air to your skin. This can help keep your skin hydrated.
This property also makes Pentylene Glycol a great texture enhancer. It can also help thicken or stabilize a product.
Pentylene Glycol also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.
Some people may experience mild eye and skin irritation from Pentylene Glycol. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.
Pentylene Glycol has a low molecular weight and is part of the 1,2-glycol family.
Learn more about Pentylene GlycolPhenoxyethanol 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.
Phytic Acid is a gentle AHA and antioxidant. AHAs are chemical exfoliants that help remove dead skin cells. Phytic Acid has a slight and mild exfoliating effect.
The chemical makeup makes it classified as an AHA, much like lactic acid.
In some cases, it is a chelating agent. Chelating agents help prevent metals from binding to water, helping to stabilize the ingredients in a product.
An interesting fact about phytic acid is that it is considered an antinutrient. People do not have the enzyme needed to properly breakdown and digest phytic acid. When ingested, phytic acid binds to minerals and prevents them from being absorbed.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Phytic AcidPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Β
Itβs 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 PropanediolSodium Hyaluronate is the salt form of hyaluronic acid. It is a long sugar chain that is naturally found in your skin, joints, and connective tissue that maintains hydration and elasticity.
In skincare, it works as a humectant. It pulls water from the environment and deeper layers of skin and binds it to the surface.
Interestingly, the size of the molecule affects its behavior:
Some clinical evidence links low molecular weight versions to improved wrinkle depth, elasticity, anti-inflammatory effects, and barrier repair.
Many serums use a blend of both weights so you can get surface hydration plus longer-lasting and deeper effects.
You'll typically see concentrations between 0.1-2% for this ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateWater. 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 WaterXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan Gum
