What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Copolymer
Acrylates/Dimethylaminoethyl Methacrylate Copolymer
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Disodium EDTA
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Rosa Damascena Flower Water
Masking
Parfum
Masking
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Menthyl Lactate
MaskingCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Helichrysum Stoechas Extract
TonicWater, Propanediol, Butylene Glycol, Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Copolymer, Acrylates/Dimethylaminoethyl Methacrylate Copolymer, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Niacinamide, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Polysorbate 20, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hyaluronate, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Parfum, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Menthyl Lactate, Centella Asiatica Extract, Helichrysum Stoechas Extract
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Pvp
Emulsion StabilisingTrimethylsiloxysilicate
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Silica
Abrasive
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPPG-26-Buteth-26
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Sodium Citrate
BufferingAlumina
Abrasive
Parfum
Masking
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Citric Acid
Buffering
Propanediol
Solvent
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Methylpropanediol
SolventSynthetic Fluorphlogopite
Brassica Campestris Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Undaria Pinnatifida Extract
Skin ConditioningCeramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Lactobacillus Ferment
Skin Conditioning
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sophora Flavescens Root Extract
Antioxidant
Chrysanthemum Zawadskii Extract
Skin ConditioningPerilla Frutescens Leaf Extract
MaskingAzadirachta Indica Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningChrysanthemum Parthenium Extract
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Centella Asiatica Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hibiscus Mutabilis Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCalendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Masking
Chrysanthellum Indicum Extract
Skin ConditioningMagnolia Sieboldii Extract
Skin ConditioningCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Pvp, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Phenoxyethanol, Silica, Ethylhexylglycerin, PPG-26-Buteth-26, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Citrate, Alumina, Parfum, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Citric Acid, Propanediol, Tin Oxide, Methylpropanediol, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Brassica Campestris Seed Oil, Undaria Pinnatifida Extract, Ceramide EOP, Lactobacillus Ferment, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Sophora Flavescens Root Extract, Chrysanthemum Zawadskii Extract, Perilla Frutescens Leaf Extract, Azadirachta Indica Leaf Extract, Chrysanthemum Parthenium Extract, Pentylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Centella Asiatica Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Hibiscus Mutabilis Flower Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Chrysanthellum Indicum Extract, Magnolia Sieboldii Extract, CI 77891, CI 77491
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Ā
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservativesĀ
Butylene 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 GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of āFRAGRANCEā or āPARFUMā according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumPeg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is derived from castor oil and polyethylene glycol (PEG). It is used as a emollient and emulsifier.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. It also helps make the other ingredients more soluble; it is often used to solubilize fragrances. This increases spreadability and elongates shelf life in a product.
Emollients help soothe and soften the skin. They do this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.
This ingredient may or may not be vegan, depending on the source.
Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil may not be fungal-acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any questions or concerns.
Learn more about PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor 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.
Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Ā
Itās 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. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about Water
