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What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingSodium Cocoyl Glutamate
CleansingSorbeth-230 Tetraoleate
EmulsifyingPolysorbate 20
EmulsifyingSodium Chloride
MaskingAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
Skin ConditioningBrassica Oleracea Acephala Leaf Extract
HumectantSpinacia Oleracea Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialMedicago Sativa Extract
TonicChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
MaskingTetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
AntioxidantGlycerin
HumectantPanthenol
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantDecyl Glucoside
CleansingSorbitan Laurate
EmulsifyingTetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Gluconolactone
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningMaltodextrin
AbsorbentCitric Acid
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
PreservativePotassium Sorbate
PreservativeSodium Benzoate
MaskingGardenia Jasminoides Fruit Extract
Cosmetic ColorantParfum
MaskingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingSodium Glycolate
BufferingSodium Formate
BufferingHexyl Cinnamal
PerfumingLinalool
PerfumingLimonene
PerfumingCI 75810
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Sorbeth-230 Tetraoleate, Polysorbate 20, Sodium Chloride, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Brassica Oleracea Acephala Leaf Extract, Spinacia Oleracea Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Medicago Sativa Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Glycerin, Panthenol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Decyl Glucoside, Sorbitan Laurate, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Gluconolactone, Ethylhexylglycerin, Maltodextrin, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Gardenia Jasminoides Fruit Extract, Parfum, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Glycolate, Sodium Formate, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool, Limonene, CI 75810
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventPolyglyceryl-4 Caprate
EmulsifyingAllantoin
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin ConditioningNelumbo Nucifera Flower Water
TonicSaccharomyces/Nelumbo Nucifera Ferment Extract Filtrate
AntioxidantSaponaria Officinalis Extract
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
EmollientVeronica Officinalis Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycolic Acid
BufferingAesculus Hippocastanum Extract
AntioxidantActinidia Chinensis Fruit Extract
EmollientAnanas Sativus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningBetaine
HumectantCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract
MaskingCitrus Limon Fruit Extract
MaskingCitrus Paradisi Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningHamamelis Virginiana Extract
AntiseborrhoeicLactobacillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningPanax Ginseng Root Extract
EmollientPyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
AntioxidantVitis Vinifera Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingPolyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin ConditioningPotassium Hydroxide
BufferingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
MaskingPelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
MaskingLavandula Hybrida Oil
EmollientEucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
PerfumingJuniperus Mexicana Oil
MaskingLimonene
PerfumingPhenoxyethanol
PreservativeWater, Propanediol, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Allantoin, Panthenol, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Water, Saccharomyces/Nelumbo Nucifera Ferment Extract Filtrate, Saponaria Officinalis Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Veronica Officinalis Leaf Extract, Glycolic Acid, Aesculus Hippocastanum Extract, Actinidia Chinensis Fruit Extract, Ananas Sativus Fruit Extract, Betaine, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon Fruit Extract, Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Tocopherol, Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract, Carbomer, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Potassium Hydroxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Lavandula Hybrida Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Juniperus Mexicana Oil, Limonene, Phenoxyethanol
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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.
Ethylhexylglycerin (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.
Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
The term '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.
Learn more about LimonenePanthenol 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 PanthenolPhenoxyethanol 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.
Water. 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