Overview
What it is
Shampoo with 77 ingredients that contains BHA
Cool Features
It is reef safe
Suited For
It has ingredients that are good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
It doesn't contain any parabens or silicones
Fun facts
Moist Diane is from Japan. This product is used in 13 routines created by our community.
We independently verify ingredients and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Does this product need an update? Let us know.
What's inside (and what isn't)
Ingredients List
Dive into the full list of ingredients.
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Laureth Sulfate
CleansingGlycerin
HumectantButylene Glycol
HumectantPrunus Domestica Seed Extract
EmollientMentha Piperita Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningLeontopodium Alpinum Extract
Skin ConditioningSanguisorba Officinalis Root Extract
CleansingGentiana Lutea Root Extract
Skin ConditioningRosa Canina Fruit Extract
AstringentRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialSymphytum Officinale Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningZiziphus Jujuba Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningHamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningHumulus Lupulus Extract
AntimicrobialFoeniculum Vulgare Fruit Extract
EmollientSophora Angustifolia Root Extract
Skin ConditioningCentaurea Cyanus Flower Extract
AstringentLilium Candidum Bulb Extract
Skin ConditioningCrataegus Oxyacantha Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningArctium Lappa Root Extract
Skin ConditioningTrifolium Pratense Flower Extract
AstringentAngelica Archangelica Root Extract
MaskingEchinacea Purpurea Root Extract
MoisturisingInula Helenium Extract
MaskingCarbenia Benedicta Extract
Skin ConditioningSalvia Officinalis Leaf Extract
CleansingRosa Centifolia Flower Extract
AstringentThymus Vulgaris Flower/Leaf Extract
MaskingRosa Damascena Flower Extract
MaskingCentella Asiatica Extract
CleansingArtemisia Absinthium Extract
Skin ConditioningVitis Vinifera Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningLavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract
CleansingPerilla Ocymoides Leaf Extract
TonicCalendula Officinalis Flower Extract
MaskingRosa Multiflora Fruit Extract
MaskingSambucus Nigra Flower Extract
RefreshingMalva Sylvestris Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCymbopogon Schoenanthus Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningAnthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
MaskingZingiber Officinale Root Extract
MaskingEquisetum Arvense Extract
AstringentMelilotus Officinalis Extract
AstringentAspalathus Linearis Extract
Skin ConditioningSaponaria Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialCrataegus Cuneata Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningAlpinia Speciosa Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningLuffa Cylindrica Fruit/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningEucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract
PerfumingPolyquaternium-10
Hydrolyzed Keratin
HumectantArgania Spinosa Kernel Oil
EmollientLupinus Albus Seed Oil
Skin ConditioningSimmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
EmollientOenothera Biennis Oil
EmollientMangifera Indica Seed Oil
EmollientTheobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter
Skin ConditioningAdansonia Digitata Seed Oil
EmollientSodium Chloride
MaskingMenthol
MaskingSalicylic Acid
MaskingO-Cymen-5-Ol
AntimicrobialCocamide Methyl Mea
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
CleansingLauryl Betaine
CleansingAlcohol
AntimicrobialSodium Citrate
BufferingCitric Acid
BufferingDisodium EDTA
Sodium Benzoate
MaskingParfum
MaskingMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
AntioxidantRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
MaskingCaramel
Cosmetic ColorantGardenia Florida Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningWater, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Prunus Domestica Seed Extract, Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract, Leontopodium Alpinum Extract, Sanguisorba Officinalis Root Extract, Gentiana Lutea Root Extract, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Symphytum Officinale Leaf Extract, Ziziphus Jujuba Fruit Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract, Humulus Lupulus Extract, Foeniculum Vulgare Fruit Extract, Sophora Angustifolia Root Extract, Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract, Lilium Candidum Bulb Extract, Crataegus Oxyacantha Fruit Extract, Arctium Lappa Root Extract, Trifolium Pratense Flower Extract, Angelica Archangelica Root Extract, Echinacea Purpurea Root Extract, Inula Helenium Extract, Carbenia Benedicta Extract, Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract, Rosa Centifolia Flower Extract, Thymus Vulgaris Flower/Leaf Extract, Rosa Damascena Flower Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Artemisia Absinthium Extract, Vitis Vinifera Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract, Perilla Ocymoides Leaf Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Rosa Multiflora Fruit Extract, Sambucus Nigra Flower Extract, Malva Sylvestris Flower Extract, Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Leaf/Stem Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Equisetum Arvense Extract, Melilotus Officinalis Extract, Aspalathus Linearis Extract, Saponaria Officinalis Leaf Extract, Crataegus Cuneata Fruit Extract, Alpinia Speciosa Leaf Extract, Luffa Cylindrica Fruit/Leaf/Stem Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract, Polyquaternium-10, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Lupinus Albus Seed Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Mangifera Indica Seed Oil, Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter, Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil, Sodium Chloride, Menthol, Salicylic Acid, O-Cymen-5-Ol, Cocamide Methyl Mea, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Lauryl Betaine, Alcohol, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Benzoate, Parfum, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Caramel, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Explained
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 WaterSodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) is a foaming, cleansing, and emulsifying ingredient. It is created from palm kernel oil or coconut oil. SLES is not the same as sodium lauryl sulfate. It is much milder and less likely to irritate.
SLES helps create foam in personal products. It also prevents ingredients from separating, helping to elongate the shelf life.
Sodium Laureth Sulfate is a type of sulfate. It can be drying. We recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient if you have concerns.
Learn more about Sodium Laureth SulfateGlycerin 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 GlycerinButylene 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 GlycolWe don't have a description for Prunus Domestica Seed Extract yet.
Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract is extract from peppermint leaves.
Studies show peppermint extract have antimicrobial properties against some bacteria and fungi.
In large percentages, peppermint extract may sensitize the skin.
Learn more about Mentha Piperita Leaf ExtractWe don't have a description for Leontopodium Alpinum Extract yet.
We don't have a description for Sanguisorba Officinalis Root Extract yet.
We don't have a description for Gentiana Lutea Root Extract yet.
Rosa Canina Fruit Extract is from Rosehip. Rosehips are a fruit from a wild rose bush native to Eurasia and Africa.
Rosehip contains Vitamin C, Vitamin E, fatty acids and linolenic acids that hydrate skin. Having hydrated skin helps reduce the appearance of fine-lines and wrinkles.
Vitamins C and E are potent antioxidants and may help with anti-aging. The fatty acids are emollients that help soften and hydrate your skin.
Another potent vitamin found in rosehip is Vitamin A, or retinol. Retinol encourages collagen production in the skin.
Rosehip extract may help with brightening the skin. Several components, such as beta-carotene, are able to reduce pigmentation caused by sun damage.
Learn more about Rosa Canina Fruit ExtractRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract comes from rosemary. Rosemary is native to the Mediterranean.
While Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil can be volatile due to its fragrant properties, the fragrance components are usually removed in the leaf extract.
Rosemary Leaf Extract contains many antioxidants such as rosmarinic acid and caffeic acid. Rosemarinic acid, a compound found in rosemary leaf, has been found to help soothe skin conditions such as eczema and acne.
Learn more about Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf ExtractWe don't have a description for Symphytum Officinale Leaf Extract yet.
We don't have a description for Ziziphus Jujuba Fruit Extract yet.
Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract comes from the witch hazel plant.
Witch Hazel is an astringent, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antibacterial ingredient.
The tannin in witch hazel has a drying effect when used on skin and constricts proteins. This helps minimize the look of large pores. The presence of tannins and fragrance may be sensitizing.
The catechins in witch hazel have anti-inflammatory properties while the gallic acid is antibacterial.
Indigenous groups have used witch hazel to help treat inflammation, which was then used by early settlers to North America.
Learn more about Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf ExtractWe don't have a description for Humulus Lupulus Extract yet.
We don't have a description for Foeniculum Vulgare Fruit Extract yet.
We don't have a description for Sophora Angustifolia Root Extract yet.
Centaurea Cyanus Flower extract comes from the cornflower, Centaurea cyanus. The cornflower is native to Europe.
Cornflowers contain antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It contains high amounts of anxiotidants such as Vitamin C. They also contain flavonoids and anthocyanins.
Folk medicine in European cultures used cornflowers to help treat eye inflammation.
Fun fact: Cornflowers were used to determine if love was returned. Young men would wear cornflowers and if the color faded quickly, it meant the love was not reciprocated.
Learn more about Centaurea Cyanus Flower ExtractWe don't have a description for Lilium Candidum Bulb Extract yet.
We don't have a description for Crataegus Oxyacantha Fruit Extract yet.
Arctium Lappa Root Extract is from the burdock plant. It has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-fungal properties.
This extract comes from the flower more commonly known as red clover.
Angelica Archangelica Root Extract is used to add a fragrance to products. Its scent is described as woody and herbaceous.
We don't have a description for Echinacea Purpurea Root Extract yet.
We don't have a description for Inula Helenium Extract yet.
We don't have a description for Carbenia Benedicta Extract yet.
Sage leaf extract is a culinary and medicinal herb with antibacterial, antioxidant, and soothing properties.
This ingredient is made up of 75-90% ursolic acid, a potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compound.
We don't have a description for Rosa Centifolia Flower Extract yet.
We don't have a description for Thymus Vulgaris Flower/Leaf Extract yet.
Rosa Damascena Flower Extract is from the Damask rose. This ingredient has tonic and masking properties.
This ingredient has tonic properties; tonics are used to remove soap residue. As a masking ingredient, it is used to cover unpleasant smells from other ingredients.
Centella Asiatica Extract (Centella) is derived from an herb native to Southeast Asia. It is famous for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Centella is rich in antioxidants and amino acids, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside.
Studies show the compounds in centella help with:
The combination of all these properties makes centella effective at soothing, hydrating, and protecting the skin.
Other great components of centella include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Fun fact: Centella has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.
Learn more about Centella Asiatica ExtractWe don't have a description for Artemisia Absinthium Extract yet.
Vitis Vinifera Leaf Extract comes from leaves on a grape vine. It helps hydrate and soften the skin.
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract is extract from the neem plant.
The leaves of this tree contain flavonoids and polyphenols. These two compounds are antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial. Further research is needed as to their effects when applied on skin.
Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract comes from the lavender plant.
Many components of lavender flowers are antioxidants, such as ferulic acid, caffeic acid, and several flavonoids.
Traditional Iranian folk medicine uses Lavender extract to help treat inflammation.
Lavender extract may have a scent.
It contains linalool, a known allergen. However, lavender extract contains less linalool than lavender essential oil.
Learn more about Lavandula Angustifolia Flower ExtractWe don't have a description for Perilla Ocymoides Leaf Extract yet.
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract comes from the common Marigold plant. This ingredient is a skin conditioner.
Marigolds contain flavonoids. Flavonoids are a group of substances found naturally in plants. They possess antioxidant and inflammation properties.
This ingredient soothes skin inflammation by inhibiting inhibiting a part of the inflammation process.
Marigolds have been used in traditional medicine throughout Asia and Europe.
Learn more about Calendula Officinalis Flower ExtractWe don't have a description for Rosa Multiflora Fruit Extract yet.
We don't have a description for Sambucus Nigra Flower Extract yet.
We don't have a description for Malva Sylvestris Flower Extract yet.
We don't have a description for Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Leaf/Stem Extract yet.
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract is from the Roman Chamomile flower. It helps soothe the skin and contains antioxidants.
Zingiber Officinale is more commonly known as ginger.
Ginger root has antioxidant, anti-inflammation, and antimicrobial properties.
The antioxidant properties help protect your body from free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells. As a result, ginger may help slow down signs of aging such as hyperpigmentation and wrinkles.
Studies show ginger inhibits the enzyme that breaks down collagen. It also helps with:
This ingredient has no negative side-effects and is safe to use unless one has a specific allergy to it.
Ginger originates from Southeast Asia but has spread throughout the world. It is now a common spice used in many cultures.
Learn more about Zingiber Officinale Root ExtractWe don't have a description for Equisetum Arvense Extract yet.
We don't have a description for Melilotus Officinalis Extract yet.
We don't have a description for Aspalathus Linearis Extract yet.
We don't have a description for Saponaria Officinalis Leaf Extract yet.
We don't have a description for Crataegus Cuneata Fruit Extract yet.
We don't have a description for Alpinia Speciosa Leaf Extract yet.
We don't have a description for Luffa Cylindrica Fruit/Leaf/Stem Extract yet.
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract is a fragrance.
Polyquaternium-10 is an ammonium salt of hydroxyethylcellulose. It is a white and granular powder used as a film-former and anti-static agent.
This ingredient is commonly found in hair conditioning products. According to a manufacturer, its positive charge makes it great for absorbing hair proteins. The manufacturer also states this ingredient helps with curl retention.
For haircare friends: this ingredient is not a silicone.
Learn more about Polyquaternium-10Hydrolyzed Keratin is derived from keratin. Keratin is a large protein that is naturally found in our hair and skin.
Studies show keratin is able to seal broken hair cuticles, helping to prevent split ends and breakage.
As a humectant, hydrolyzed keratin helps draw moisture from the air to your hair and skin. This helps keep your skin and hair hydrated.
Learn more about Hydrolyzed KeratinYou may know this ingredient as argan oil. Argan Oil has antioxidant, hydrating, and soothing properties.
Studies have shown argan oil can help fight again radical damage from the sun. This makes it effective at preventing hyperpigmentation.
Large amounts of vitamin E found in argan oil helps the skin retain water. Argan oil also contains fatty acids such as linoleic acid, oleic acid, and palmitic acid. It is also a good source of lipids.
Another benefit of argan oil is skin-soothing. It can help reduce inflammation-related skin symptoms.
Argan Oil is effective at regulating sebum production in pores. This can make it effective at treating hormonal acne.
Traditionally, argan oil was used for its antibacterial and antifungal properties. However, argan oil contains fatty acids that may make it not fungal-acne safe.
Argan Trees are native to Morocco.
Learn more about Argania Spinosa Kernel OilLupinus Albus Seed Oil is an oil and isn't fungal acne safe.
This oil comes from the seeds of the desert shrub called Jojoba. It is more commonly known as jojoba oil, a non-comedogenic oil.
Jojoba oil does not contain fragrance and has many fatty-acids, making it a great soothing ingredient.
It also contains Vitamin E, a great moisturizing ingredient. Vitamin E is also an antioxidant and protects your skin against oxidative damage.
This ingredient humectant properties, meaning it helps draw moisture from the air. This helps keep your skin hydrated.
While jojoba has antibacterial properties, it is only able to kill some strains of bacteria.
Studies also show it helps in wound healing. In fact, Indigenous cultures have used jojoba as a moisturizer and to help treat burns for centuries.
Fun fact: Jojoba oil similar to natural human skin sebum, so it has a great effect on dry skin. It is also promising with helping to regulate sebum production.
Due to its fatty acid content, Jojoba oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Simmondsia Chinensis Seed OilOenothera Biennis Oil is the fixed oil derived from the seeds of the Evening Primrose.
Evening primrose oil is rich in fatty acids. These fatty acids include linoleic (60-85%), oleic (5-12%), palmitic (4-10%), and stearic (2-4%).
The fatty acid composition makes it a great ingredient for soothing and moisturizing skin. However, it may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal acne safe.
Further research is needed on the role of evening primrose in treating eczema.
Evening primrose is native to North America.
Learn more about Oenothera Biennis OilMangifera Indica Seed Oil is an oil and isn't fungal acne safe.
Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter isn't fungal acne safe.
Baobab seed oil is an emollient. It is rich in fatty acids and vitamins A, E, and D.
The fatty acid content of this oil is roughly 30-40% oleic acid, 24-34% linoleic acid, and 18-30% palmitic acid. This gives it skin hydrating and nourishing properties.
Due to this fatty acid content, this ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
Fun fact: Our skin uses fatty acids, and especially linoleic acid, for creating ceramides.
Learn more about Adansonia Digitata Seed OilChances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideMenthol is a compound found in mint plants, such as peppermint. In its pure form, it is a clear crystalline substance.
Menthol is known for its cooling sensation; however, the cooling is actually from your skin being sensitized. Menthol can worsen rosacea. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Menthol also has antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about MentholSalicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is one of the most well-known ingredients for treating skin that struggles with blackheads and acne. It helps to exfoliate both the skin's surface and pores, and also acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.
This multitasking property makes it a great ingredient for cleaning out pores, controlling oil production, and reducing inflammation.
Unlike AHAs which are water soluble, Salicylic Acid is oil soluble. This means that it's able to exfoliate the inside of pores and reduce blackheads.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing a Salicylic Acid into your routine.
In general, Salicylic Acid is a great ingredient for oily acne-prone skin.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun-sensitivity, we still recommend wearing SPF.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidThis ingredient is more commonly known as IPMP or Isopropyl Methylphenol. It is a preservative and has antimicrobial properties.
According to the EPA, this ingredient is allowed for use in cleansers, creams, powders, bath products, toothpaste, perfume, and more.
We don't have a description for Cocamide Methyl Mea yet.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine is a fatty acid created by mixing similar compounds in coconut oil and dimethylaminopropylamine, a compound with two amino groups.
This ingredient is a surfactant and cleanser. It helps gather the dirt, pollutants, and other impurities in your skin to be washed away. It also helps thicken a product and make the texture more creamy.
Being created from coconut oil means Cocamidopropyl Betaine is hydrating for the skin.
While Cocamidopropyl Betaine was believed to be an allergen, a study from 2012 disproved this. It found two compounds in unpure Cocamidopropyl Betaine to be the irritants: aminoamide and 3-dimethylaminopropylamine. High-grade and pure Cocamidopropyl Betaine did not induce allergic reactions during this study.
Learn more about Cocamidopropyl BetaineLauryl Betaine is a surfactant. It helps cleanse your skin by gathering oil, dirt, and other pollutants to be rinsed away.
Alcohol comes in many different forms. Different types of alcohol will have different effects on skin. This ingredient is usually an astringent alcohol.
These alcohols are drying on the skin. They may strip away your skin's natural oils and even damage your skin barrier. Astringent alcohols may also irritate skin.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
According to the National Rosacea Society based in the US, you should be mindful of products with these alcohols in the top half of ingredients.
Any type of sanitizing product will have high amounts of alcohol to help kill bacteria and viruses.
Fatty alcohols come from plant oils such as coconut oil. These can help hydrate the skin and are non-irritating. Some fatty alcohols include cetyl and stearyl alcohol.
Learn more about AlcoholSodium Citrate is the sodium salts of citric acid. In skincare, it is used to alter pH levels and acts as a preservative.
Its main functions are to maintain the pH of a product and neutralize metal ions.
The acidity of our skin is maintained by our glands and skin biome; normal pH level of skin is slightly acidic (~4.75-5.5).
Being slightly acidic allows our skin to create an "acid mantle". This acid mantle is a thin barrier that protects our skin from bacteria and contaminants.
Learn more about Sodium CitrateCitric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTASodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or '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 by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumThis tea tree oil comes from the leaves of the Tea Tree plant. Tea tree oil has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties.
According to the book Journal of Profiles of Drug Substances, tea tree helps in reducing acne-causing bacteria such as Propionibacterium acnes. This is due to the Terpinen components of tea tree oil.
Tea tree may cause sensitivity and irritation for some people. This oil naturally contains fragrance such as linalool and limonene.
However, research shows irritation usually occurs when using pure tea tree oil and not in cosmetic products.
Tea tree oil was found to help relieve the symptoms of psoriasis in one study.
Tea tree oil is toxic when ingested. Another study showed it to caused damage to the nervous system of dogs and cats when applied to their skin or given orally.
Learn more about Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf OilRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil is oil expressed from the leaves of the rosemary plant.
Rosemary Leaf Oil is a fragrance and helps give your product a scent. If you are sensitive to irritating fragrances, this one contains camphor. Camphor has been found to irritate skin.
This oil also contains antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. As an antioxidant, it may protect you skin against damage. This can help slow down the signs of aging.
Learn more about Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf OilWe don't have a description for Caramel yet.
We don't have a description for Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract yet.
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