A common and effective humectant that draws moisture to the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
The base for many skincare formulations.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Surfactant
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
A gentle, sulfate-free surfactant derived from coconut oil that creates a creamy lather.
Usually helps with
Gentle cleansing
Watch for
Can be drying for some if not balanced
Surfactant
Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate
A mild amino acid-based surfactant that provides gentle cleansing.
Usually helps with
Gentle cleansing
Exfoliant
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Meal
Finely ground almond seeds used for mild physical exfoliation.
Usually helps with
Gentle exfoliation
Watch for
Can be too abrasive for very sensitive skin
Humectant/Preservative Booster
1,2-Hexanediol
A solvent and humectant that also helps preserve the formula.
Usually helps with
Hydration, preservation
A fatty acid derived from coconut oil, used to enhance cleansing properties.
Usually helps with
Cleansing
Surfactant
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
A mild anionic surfactant known for its good foaming properties and gentle cleansing.
Usually helps with
Gentle cleansing
Exfoliant
Oryza Sativa Powder
Rice powder, used for its gentle exfoliating and skin-smoothing properties.
Usually helps with
Gentle exfoliation, texture improvement
Thickener/Exfoliant
Cellulose
Can act as a thickener or a mild exfoliant depending on its form.
Usually helps with
Texture
Surfactant
Sodium Isethionate
A mild surfactant that creates a soft lather and cleanses gently.
Usually helps with
Gentle cleansing
Exfoliant
Pyrus Malus Fiber
Apple fiber, contributing to the gentle exfoliating action.
Usually helps with
Gentle exfoliation
Thickener
Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
A modified starch used to thicken the product's texture.
Usually helps with
Texture
Emulsifier/Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Helps to stabilize oil and water mixtures and provides emollient properties.
Usually helps with
Moisture, texture
Humectant/Solvent
Propanediol
A versatile ingredient that hydrates the skin and helps other ingredients penetrate.
Usually helps with
Hydration
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 stabilize the formula.
Usually helps with
Texture
Adds scent to the product.
Usually helps with
Sensory experience
Watch for
Can cause irritation or allergic reactions in sensitive individuals
Antioxidant/Colorant
Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract
A botanical extract that can provide antioxidant benefits and color.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant
Humectant/Preservative Booster
Caprylyl Glycol
A skin-conditioning agent that also helps boost the effectiveness of preservatives.
Usually helps with
Hydration, preservation
Thickener/Film Former
Dextrin
A carbohydrate that can help thicken the formula and form a light film on the skin.
Usually helps with
Texture
Preservative Booster/Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
A skin-conditioning agent that also enhances preservation and has mild emollient properties.
Usually helps with
Preservation, skin conditioning
Chelating Agent
Disodium EDTA
Helps to improve the stability and efficacy of the product by binding to metal ions.
Usually helps with
Product stability
Soothing/Hydrating
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Known for its soothing and hydrating properties, beneficial for calming the skin.
Usually helps with
Soothing, hydration
Nourishing/Antioxidant
Rosa Canina Fruit Extract
Rich in vitamins and fatty acids, it helps nourish the skin and provides antioxidant benefits.
Usually helps with
Nourishing, antioxidant
Soothing
Chamomilla Recutita Extract
A botanical extract known for its calming and soothing properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing
Surfactant
Sodium Cocoyl Apple Amino Acids
A mild surfactant derived from apple amino acids, offering gentle cleansing.
Usually helps with
Gentle cleansing
Solvent/Humectant
Hexylene Glycol
Used as a solvent and humectant, it can help with product texture and hydration.
Usually helps with
Hydration, texture
Chelating Agent
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
A biodegradable chelating agent that helps improve product stability.
Usually helps with
Product stability