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Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
HumectantPropanediol
SolventCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingWater
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
SmoothingDicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientButylene Glycol
Humectant1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Olivate
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientSorbitan Olivate
EmulsifyingArtemisia Princeps Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningPunica Granatum Fruit Extract
AntioxidantSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantSalix Alba Bark Extract
AstringentHyaluronic Acid
HumectantAloe Barbadensis Flower Extract
EmollientOriganum Vulgare Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningSolanum Melongena Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningChamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract
MaskingLactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract
Skin ConditioningPortulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin ConditioningScutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentOcimum Sanctum Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningSaccharide Isomerate
HumectantCorallina Officinalis Extract
Skin ConditioningCurcuma Longa Root Extract
MaskingAcetyl Hexapeptide-8
HumectantCopper Tripeptide-1
Skin ConditioningOligopeptide-29
AntioxidantOligopeptide-32
AntiseborrhoeicPalmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
Skin ConditioningSclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingPolyglyceryl-3 Distearate
EmulsifyingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingMelia Azadirachta Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningGossypium Herbaceum Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Stearate Citrate
EmollientCoccinia Indica Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCeramide NP
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
AntioxidantAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Glycerin, Propanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Water, Niacinamide, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Cetearyl Olivate, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Sorbitan Olivate, Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract, Solanum Melongena Fruit Extract, Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract, Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract, Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Saccharide Isomerate, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Copper Tripeptide-1, Oligopeptide-29, Oligopeptide-32, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Sclerotium Gum, Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate, Xanthan Gum, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Gossypium Herbaceum Seed Extract, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Ceramide NP, Tocopherol
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
HumectantPropanediol
SolventCoco-Caprylate
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingTriheptanoin
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride
EmollientGlyceryl Stearate Citrate
EmollientCetyl Palmitate
EmollientC10-18 Triglycerides
EmollientGlyceryl Stearate
EmollientPrunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
MaskingAcetyl Hexapeptide-8
HumectantAlanine
MaskingArginine
MaskingBetaine
HumectantButylene Glycol
HumectantCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientCellulase
Disodium Phosphate
BufferingEpigallocatechin Gallatyl Glucoside
AntioxidantEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningGallyl Glucoside
AntioxidantGlutamic Acid
HumectantGlycine
BufferingHydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningHydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingLactic Acid
BufferingLavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract
CleansingLinolenic Acid
CleansingLysine Hcl
Skin ConditioningPancratium Maritimum Extract
BleachingPCA
HumectantPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPinus Nigra Bud/Needle Extract
AntimicrobialPolysorbate 60
EmulsifyingProline
Skin ConditioningPropyl Gallate
AntioxidantSerine
MaskingSodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
HumectantSodium Carboxymethyl Beta-Glucan
CleansingSodium Hyaluronate
HumectantSodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
HumectantSodium Lactate
BufferingSodium Levulinate
Skin ConditioningSodium PCA
HumectantSodium Phosphate
BufferingSodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
Emulsion StabilisingSorbitan Isostearate
EmulsifyingThreonine
Tocopherol
AntioxidantXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingBenzyl Alcohol
PerfumingDehydroacetic Acid
PreservativePotassium Sorbate
PreservativeSodium Benzoate
MaskingParfum
MaskingWater, Glycerin, Propanediol, Coco-Caprylate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Triheptanoin, Caprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Cetyl Palmitate, C10-18 Triglycerides, Glyceryl Stearate, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Alanine, Arginine, Betaine, Butylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Cellulase, Disodium Phosphate, Epigallocatechin Gallatyl Glucoside, Ethylhexylglycerin, Gallyl Glucoside, Glutamic Acid, Glycine, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Lactic Acid, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract, Linolenic Acid, Lysine Hcl, Pancratium Maritimum Extract, PCA, Pentylene Glycol, Pinus Nigra Bud/Needle Extract, Polysorbate 60, Proline, Propyl Gallate, Serine, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Sodium Carboxymethyl Beta-Glucan, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Sodium Lactate, Sodium Levulinate, Sodium PCA, Sodium Phosphate, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Threonine, Tocopherol, Xanthan Gum, Benzyl Alcohol, Dehydroacetic Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Parfum
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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.
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, commonly known as Argireline or Acetyl Hexapeptide-3, is a popular peptide in skincare. Itās often referred to as a āBotox-likeā ingredient because it helps reduce muscle movement.
By relaxing these micro-movements, Argireline may help minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. That said, itās not as powerful as Botox, and research on its long-term effectiveness is still limited.
Beyond smoothing, Argireline may also support collagen production. Collagen is the protein that helps keep your skin firm, bouncy, and well-hydrated by strengthening the skin barrier.
So while Argireline isnāt a miracle fix, it can be a helpful addition to a routine focused on both prevention and skin health.
Read more about other common types of peptides here:
Learn more about Acetyl Hexapeptide-8Butylene 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 GlycolThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinGlyceryl Stearate Citrate is a citric acid ester of glyceryl stearate.
It is an emulsifier, emollient, and a surfactant.
Emulsifiers help stabilize a product. It does this by preventing certain ingredients from separating. Common ingredients include oils and water, which do not mix naturally. Emulsifiers have properties that help keep ingredients such as these together.
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.
Surfactants help gather oils, dirt, and other pollutants from the skin. This helps them to be easily rinsed away.
Learn more about Glyceryl Stearate CitratePropanediol 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 PropanediolSodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateTocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skinās lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolWater. 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 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