Here's our breakdown of the notable ingredients, benefits, and concerns we determined from the ingredients in this product. Click any item to learn more.

Concerns

Drying

May Worsen Oily Skin

Irritating (4)

Rosacea (2)

Eczema

Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free

silicon-free

fragrance-free

sulfate-free

paraben-free

oil-free

fungal-acne safe

reef-safe

eu-allergen-free

vegan

cruelty-free

Ingredients Overview

Here's our quick-to-read summary of the ingredients in this product. Keep scrolling if you'd like to learn more about what each ingredient does!

Ingredient

Com. / Irr. Rating

Features

Perfuming

Antimicrobial, Astringent, Masking, Solvent

Solvent

0 / 0

UV Absorber, UV Filter

Emollient, Masking, Skin Conditioning

Perfuming

Masking, Solvent

Perfuming

Masking, Perfuming

Masking, Tonic

UV Absorber, UV Filter

0 / 0

Perfuming, Soothing

Astringent, Perfuming

Perfuming

Masking

Perfuming, Solvent

Perfuming

Masking, Perfuming

Masking

Perfuming

Masking

Masking, Perfuming

Masking, Perfuming, Skin Conditioning

Perfuming

Skin Conditioning, Solvent

Ingredients Explained

This product contains 27 ingredients. Click on any ingredient to learn more about it

Acetylcedrene

What it does: Perfuming

Acetylcedrene is a fragrance.

Alcohol Denat.

What it does: Antimicrobial, Astringent, Masking, Solvent

Community Rating: Very Disliked

Alcohol Denat. is an alcohol with a denaturant property. It is created by mixing ethanol and other additives. It has a low molecular weight and will evaporate quickly. This helps other ingredients become better absorbed and dry once applied.

Alcohol Denat. is volatile and may cause irritation. It helps draw out natural oils in skin and dry out your skin.

One study from 2005 found adding emollients to propanol-based sanitizer decreased irritation.

Alcohol is antibacterial by nature. This can help preserve products and increase their shelf life.

Other types of astringent alcohols include:

Learn more about Alcohol Denat.

Acetone

What it does: Solvent

We don't have a description for Acetone.

Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane

What it does: UV Absorber, UV Filter

Community Rating: Very Disliked

Also known as Avobenzone, this ingredient is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-A range.

Avobenzone is globally approved and is the most commonly used UV-A filter in the world.

Studies have found that avobenzone becomes ineffective when exposed to UV light (it is not photostable; meaning that it breaks down in sunlight). Because of this, formulations that include avobenzone will usually contain stabilizers such as octocrylene.

However, some modern formulations (looking at you, EU!) are able to stabilize avobenzone by coating the molecules.

Avobenzone does not protect against the UV-B range, so it's important to check that the sunscreen you're using contains other UV filters that do!

The highest concentration of avobenzone permitted is 3% in the US, and 5% in the EU.

Learn more about Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane

Cedrol

What it does: Emollient, Masking, Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Cedrol.

Cedrol Methyl Ether

What it does: Perfuming

Cedrol Methyl Ether is a fragrance.

Epoxycyclododecane

What it does: Perfuming

Epoxycyclododecane is a fragrance.

Decyl Acetate

What it does: Perfuming

Decyl Acetate is a fragrance.

Dipropylene Glycol

What it does: Masking, Solvent

Community Rating: Disliked

Dipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created stabilizer and solvent. It is a part of the glycol class in the alcohol family.

Dipropylene Glycol helps dissolve and evenly distribute ingredients. It also helps decrease viscosity and thin out texture.

As a masking agent, Dipropylene Glycol can be used to cover the smell of other ingredients. However, it does not have a scent.

Studies show Dipropylene Glycol is considered safe to use in skincare.

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Dipterocarpus Turbinatus Balsam Extract

What it does: Perfuming

Dipterocarpus Turbinatus Balsam Extract is a fragrance.

Ethyl Trimethylcyclopentene Butenol

What it does: Masking, Perfuming

Ethyl Trimethylcyclopentene Butenol is a fragrance.

Ethylene Brassylate

What it does: Masking, Tonic

We don't have a description for Ethylene Brassylate.

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate

What it does: UV Absorber, UV Filter

Community Rating: Very Disliked

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is an organic compound that provides UVB protection. It often goes by the more common name of octinoxate. It is created from methoxycinnamic acid and 2-ethylhexanol.

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate absorbs UVB rays with wavelengths between 280-320 nm. UV absorbers protect your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy.

UVB (290-320 nm) rays emit more energy than UVA rays. They are capable of damaging DNA, causing sunburns and are thought to be linked to skin cancer.

The state of Hawaii has banned sunscreens containing octinoxate due to its potential impact on coral reefs. More research is needed to bridge gaps in this research. The European Union allows higher levels of octinoxate in sunscreens than the US and Australia.

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is oil soluble. It is not stable and may lose efficacy when exposed to sunlight.

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Methyl Salicylate

What it does: Perfuming, Soothing

Methyl Salicylate is a fragrance.

Ionone

What it does: Astringent, Perfuming

Ionone is a fragrance.

Isocamphenyl Cyclohexanol Mixed Isomers

What it does: Perfuming

Isocamphenyl Cyclohexanol Mixed Isomers is a fragrance.

Juniperus Mexicana Oil

What it does: Masking

Juniperus Mexicana Oil is an oil.

Limonene

What it does: Perfuming, Solvent

Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

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Linalool

What it does: Perfuming

Community Rating: Very Disliked

Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.

Linalool has the same effect as Limonene when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.

Linalool has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.

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Methoxytrimethylheptanol

What it does: Masking, Perfuming

Methoxytrimethylheptanol is a fragrance.

Methyldihydrojasmonate

What it does: Masking

We don't have a description for Methyldihydrojasmonate.

Nerolidol

What it does: Perfuming

Nerolidol is a fragrance.

Phenethyl Alcohol

What it does: Masking

Community Rating: Very Disliked

Phenethyl Alcohol is a colorless and aromatic alohol. It is naturally occuring in essential oils.

The scent of this ingredient is floral and often compared to rose.

Like other alcohols, this ingredient helps prevent the growth of bacteria. However, its main purpose is to impact a fragrance.

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Piper Nigrum Fruit Oil

What it does: Masking, Perfuming

Piper Nigrum Fruit Oil is a fragrance and is an oil.

Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes

What it does: Masking, Perfuming, Skin Conditioning

Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes is a fragrance.

Trimethyl-Propylcyclohexanepropanol

What it does: Perfuming

Trimethyl-Propylcyclohexanepropanol is a fragrance.

Water

What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent

Community Rating: Loved

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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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