A common and effective humectant that draws moisture to the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
The base for many skincare formulations.
Usually helps with
Formulation
Surfactant
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
A gentle, sulfate-free surfactant that creates a creamy lather.
Usually helps with
Cleansing
Watch for
Can be drying for some if not formulated well.
Surfactant
Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate
A mild amino acid-based surfactant known for its gentle cleansing properties.
Usually helps with
Cleansing
Exfoliant
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Meal
Finely ground almond seeds used for physical exfoliation.
Usually helps with
Exfoliation
Watch for
Can be too abrasive for sensitive skin.
Humectant/Preservative Booster
1,2-Hexanediol
A multi-functional ingredient that helps with hydration and preservation.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Preservation
Derived from coconut oil, it contributes to the cleansing and foaming properties.
Usually helps with
Cleansing
Surfactant
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
A mild amino acid-based surfactant that produces a rich foam.
Usually helps with
Cleansing
Thickener/Exfoliant
Cellulose
Can act as a texturizer or mild physical exfoliant.
Usually helps with
Texture, Exfoliation
Exfoliant/Absorbent
Oryza Sativa Powder
Rice powder helps to gently exfoliate and absorb excess oil.
Usually helps with
Exfoliation, Oil Absorption
Surfactant
Sodium Isethionate
A mild anionic surfactant used for its cleansing and foaming abilities.
Usually helps with
Cleansing
Astringent/Soothing
Hamamelis Virginiana Extract
Witch hazel extract can help to tone and soothe the skin, with mild astringent properties.
Usually helps with
Toning, Soothing
Watch for
Can be drying for some due to alcohol content in some extracts.
Emulsifier/Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Helps to stabilize emulsions and provides emollient properties.
Usually helps with
Emulsifying, Softening
Thickener
Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
A modified starch used to thicken formulations.
Usually helps with
Texture
Humectant/Solvent
Propanediol
A hydrating ingredient that also helps to improve the texture of the product.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Texture
Viscosity Adjuster
Sodium Chloride
Used to adjust the thickness of the product.
Usually helps with
Texture
Thickener/Stabilizer
Xanthan Gum
A common thickening agent that also helps to stabilize formulations.
Usually helps with
Texture, Stability
Antioxidant/Soothing
Artemisia Capillaris Powder
Known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, Antioxidant
Adds scent to the product.
Watch for
Can cause irritation or allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
Humectant/Preservative Booster
Caprylyl Glycol
Enhances preservation and provides some moisturizing benefits.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Preservation
Thickener/Film Former
Dextrin
Can help to thicken the product and form a light film on the skin.
Usually helps with
Texture, Film Forming
Antioxidant
Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract
A botanical extract with antioxidant properties.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant
Fragrance Ingredient
Hexyl Cinnamal
A common fragrance component.
Watch for
Potential allergen.
Preservative Booster/Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Enhances preservative efficacy and offers skin-conditioning benefits.
Usually helps with
Preservation, Skin Conditioning
Solvent/Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
Used as a solvent and can help with product texture and hydration.
Usually helps with
Solvent, Hydration
Chelating Agent
Disodium EDTA
Helps to improve the stability and performance of the product by binding metal ions.
Usually helps with
Stability
Watch for
Can enhance penetration of other ingredients.
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Sunflower seed oil is rich in linoleic acid and provides emollient properties.
Usually helps with
Emollience, Skin Barrier Support
Humectant/Solvent
Butylene Glycol
A common solvent and humectant that helps to improve product texture.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Texture
Antioxidant/Soothing
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Powder
Green tea powder offers antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant, Soothing
Emollient
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Olive oil is rich in fatty acids and antioxidants, providing moisturizing benefits.
Usually helps with
Emollience, Antioxidant
Watch for
Can be comedogenic for some.
Emollient
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Jojoba seed oil is structurally similar to skin's natural sebum, offering excellent emollience.
Usually helps with
Emollience, Balancing
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
A form of hyaluronic acid that attracts and retains moisture.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Skin Conditioning
Lupinus Albus Seed Extract
An extract from white lupine seeds, known for its skin-conditioning properties.
Usually helps with
Skin Conditioning
Antioxidant/Soothing
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Purslane extract is rich in antioxidants and known for its soothing properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, Antioxidant
Antioxidant/Moisturizing
Adansonia Digitata Fruit Extract
Baobab fruit extract provides antioxidants and moisturizing benefits.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant, Moisturizing
Soothing
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
Chamomile flower extract is known for its calming and anti-inflammatory properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, Anti-inflammatory
Soothing/Repairing
Centella Asiatica Extract
Centella Asiatica (Cica) is renowned for its ability to soothe and aid in skin repair.
Usually helps with
Soothing, Healing
Soothing/Antioxidant
Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract
Hinoki cypress leaf extract offers soothing and antioxidant benefits.
Usually helps with
Soothing, Antioxidant
Antiseptic/Soothing
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract
Tea tree leaf extract has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties, beneficial for acne.
Usually helps with
Acne, Anti-inflammatory
Watch for
Can be irritating if used in high concentrations or by sensitive skin.
Antioxidant/Antimicrobial
Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract
Oregano leaf extract has strong antioxidant and antimicrobial properties.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant, Antimicrobial
Watch for
Can be irritating.
Exfoliant/Soothing
Salix Alba Bark Extract
Willow bark extract contains salicilin, a natural source of salicylic acid, offering gentle exfoliation and soothing.
Usually helps with
Exfoliation, Soothing
Watch for
Can cause mild irritation in some.
Antioxidant/Moisturizing
Rosa Canina Fruit Extract
Rosehip fruit extract is rich in vitamins and antioxidants, providing moisturizing benefits.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant, Moisturizing
Antioxidant/Soothing
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Green tea extract is a potent antioxidant that also soothes the skin.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant, Soothing
Antioxidant/Antimicrobial
Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract
Cinnamon bark extract has antioxidant and antimicrobial properties.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant, Antimicrobial
Watch for
Can be irritating.
Skin Conditioning
Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract
A fermented soybean extract that can help condition and improve skin texture.
Usually helps with
Skin Conditioning
Soothing/Antioxidant
Nelumbo Nucifera Leaf Extract
Lotus leaf extract offers soothing and antioxidant benefits.
Usually helps with
Soothing, Antioxidant
Soothing/Antioxidant
Saururus Chinensis Extract
A botanical extract known for its soothing and antioxidant properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, Antioxidant
Antioxidant/Soothing
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
Baikal skullcap root extract is a potent antioxidant with anti-inflammatory properties.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant, Soothing
Skin Conditioning
Oryza Sativa Extract
Rice extract can help to condition and soften the skin.
Usually helps with
Skin Conditioning
Moisturizing/Soothing
Ficus Carica Fruit Extract
Fig fruit extract provides moisturizing and soothing benefits.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing, Soothing
Antioxidant
Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract
Goji berry extract is rich in antioxidants.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant
Vitamin E, a well-known antioxidant that protects the skin from free radical damage.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant
Skin Conditioning
Vigna Radiata Seed Extract
Mung bean seed extract can help to condition and improve skin texture.
Usually helps with
Skin Conditioning