What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningZinc Oxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Titanium Dioxide
Cosmetic Colorant
Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Diisopropyl Adipate
EmollientLecithin
Emollient
Acrylic Acid/Acrylamidomethyl Propane Sulfonic Acid Copolymer
Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol
Antioxidant
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingC12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Caprylyl Methicone
Skin Conditioning
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Emulsion Stabilising
Scenedesmus Rubescens Extract
Skin ConditioningRosa Rubiginosa Seed Oil
Emollient
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Sodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater, Zinc Oxide, Titanium Dioxide, Ascorbic Acid, Niacinamide, Hyaluronic Acid, Propanediol, Diisopropyl Adipate, Lecithin, Acrylic Acid/Acrylamidomethyl Propane Sulfonic Acid Copolymer, Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol, Glyceryl Caprylate, Xanthan Gum, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Caprylyl Methicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Scenedesmus Rubescens Extract, Rosa Rubiginosa Seed Oil, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Sodium Gluconate, Ethylhexylglycerin
Cocos Nucifera Water 2%
Masking
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil 2%
Masking
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil 2%
Skin Conditioning
Cocos Nucifera Oil 2%
Masking
Tagetes Erecta Flower Extract 2%
Perfuming
Ocimum Basilicum Leaf Extract 1%
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract 1%
Emollient
Curcuma Longa Root Extract 1%
Masking
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract 1%
Antimicrobial
Tapioca Starch
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Octocrylene
UV Absorber
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Disodium EDTA
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingHoney
Humectant
Oenothera Biennis Oil
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingCocos Nucifera Water 2%, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil 2%, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil 2%, Cocos Nucifera Oil 2%, Tagetes Erecta Flower Extract 2%, Ocimum Basilicum Leaf Extract 1%, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract 1%, Curcuma Longa Root Extract 1%, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract 1%, Tapioca Starch, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Isopropyl Myristate, Glycerin, Propanediol, Octocrylene, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Hyaluronic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Disodium EDTA, Xanthan Gum, Honey, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol
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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 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 EthylhexylglycerinHyaluronic acid (HA) is a glycosaminoglycan (basically a long sugar chain) that your skin already makes on its own. In your skin, HA lives in the extracellular matrix and acts as the body's moisture reservoir.
Topically, HA is a humectant that binds water and helps skin look more plump, smooth, and hydrated.
The only catch is that HA isn't a single thing; it actually comes in a wide range of molecular weights (~50 - 2,000+ kDA) and size matters.
Some clinical evidence links low molecular weight versions to improved wrinkle depth, elasticity, anti-inflammatory effects, and barrier repair.
This is why the best HA serums blend the two sizes together so you get the best of both worlds.
The majority of cosmetic HA is produced by bacterial fermentation, typically using Streptococcus or Bacillus strains. Typical use levels in skincare sit around 0.1-2%.
A clinical study using a 0.2% low-molecular weight HA gel showed improvement in facial seborrheic dermatitis with excellent tolerance.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Hyaluronic AcidThis ingredient is also known as olive oil. It has been used in skincare for centuries and science largely backs up its reputation as a nourishing emollient.
The main components of olive oil are oleic acid (55-83%), linoleic acid (3.5-20%), and palmitic acid (7-20%). Oleic acid promotes skin regeneration and helps regulate inflammatory responses.
Squalene is also naturally present in olive oil and exhibits moisturizing and antioxidant properties.
The polyphenols in olive oil also show anti-aging promise; one clinical study found a measurable improvement in skin appearance after 30 days of topical serum use.
Just be aware that applying olive oil directly to skin can weaken the barrier and cause redness. One study with volunteers found even people without sensitive skin experienced a significant reduction in stratum corneum integrity and induced mild erythema.
It's best to use this ingredient as part of a carefully crafted formula (instead of putting it on skin directly from the bottle).
Because it has a 2-3 on the comedogenic scale, it is a moderate risk for acne-prone skin. However, the overall formulation of a product matters more than a few ingredients with comedogenic ratings.
This ingredient may not be fungal acne safe because of the oleic and palmitic acid content. These fall within the C11-24 fatty acid range that the Malassezia yeast can metabolize to grow.
Overall, olive oil is a well-studied and nourishing skincare ingredient.
Learn more about Olea Europaea Fruit OilPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s 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 PropanediolXanthan 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
