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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
HumectantCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingStearic Acid
CleansingTriheptanoin
Skin ConditioningC13-16 Isoalkane
SolventButylene Glycol
HumectantPropanediol
SolventInulin
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Stearate
EmollientAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingSqualane
EmollientEthylhexyl Stearate
EmollientSodium Hydroxide
BufferingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientAllantoin
Skin ConditioningSodium Phytate
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingAlpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
CleansingGlycogen
HumectantLaminaria Digitata Extract
Skin ProtectingAlbatrellus Confluens Extract
HumectantOpuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningGalactoarabinan
Citric Acid
BufferingMaltodextrin
AbsorbentSchizophyllan
HumectantAcetyl Hexapeptide-8
HumectantPhenoxyethanol
PreservativePotassium Sorbate
PreservativeWater, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Stearic Acid, Triheptanoin, C13-16 Isoalkane, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, Inulin, Glyceryl Stearate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Squalane, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Sodium Hydroxide, Caprylyl Glycol, Allantoin, Sodium Phytate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Glycogen, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Albatrellus Confluens Extract, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract, Galactoarabinan, Citric Acid, Maltodextrin, Schizophyllan, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Phenoxyethanol, 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.
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 GlycerinPropanediol 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