The base of the formulation, dissolving other ingredients.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Draws moisture to the skin, keeping it hydrated and soft.
Usually helps with
Dryness, hydration
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
Helps to draw moisture into the skin and can improve product texture.
Usually helps with
Hydration
A solvent and humectant that can also have antimicrobial properties.
Usually helps with
Hydration
A form of vitamin B5 that moisturizes, soothes, and helps repair the skin barrier.
Usually helps with
Hydration, soothing, barrier repair
Emollient
Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin)
Softens and smooths the skin, preventing moisture loss.
Usually helps with
Dryness, softening
Emollient
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
Conditions the skin and improves texture.
Usually helps with
Softening, smoothing
A moisturizing ingredient derived from sugar beets that helps skin retain water.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Emollient
Methyl Trimethicone
Provides a smooth feel and can help with product spreadability.
Usually helps with
Texture improvement
Skin-Conditioning Agent
Ceramide NP
A lipid that is naturally found in the skin barrier, helping to restore and maintain its integrity.
Usually helps with
Barrier repair, dryness
Emulsifier
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
Helps to blend oil and water-based ingredients.
Usually helps with
Formulation stability
Emulsifier
Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate
An emulsifier that helps to create a stable product.
Usually helps with
Formulation stability
Skin-Conditioning Agent
Allantoin
Soothes and protects the skin, promoting healing.
Usually helps with
Soothing, calming
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
A skin-conditioning agent that can also act as a preservative booster.
Usually helps with
Hydration
A fatty alcohol that helps to support the skin barrier and improve moisture retention.
Usually helps with
Barrier repair, hydration
Fragrance
Pelargonium Graveolens (Geranium) Flower Oil
Adds a floral scent to the product.
Usually helps with
Fragrance
Watch for
Potential for skin sensitivity due to fragrance
Emollient
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
A moisturizing ingredient that can help to soften and smooth the skin.
Usually helps with
Dryness, softening
Fragrance
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil
Adds a citrusy scent. Can be phototoxic.
Usually helps with
Fragrance
Watch for
Potential for skin sensitivity and phototoxicity
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
A fatty alcohol that softens and smooths the skin.
Usually helps with
Softening, smoothing
A fatty alcohol that conditions and softens the skin.
Usually helps with
Softening, conditioning
Thickener
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Used to thicken the product's texture.
Usually helps with
Texture
Emulsifier
Hydrogenated Lecithin
A modified form of lecithin that helps to stabilize emulsions.
Usually helps with
Formulation stability
Used to adjust the pH of the product.
Usually helps with
Formulation stability
Emulsifier
Glyceryl Stearate Se
Helps to mix oil and water components.
Usually helps with
Formulation stability
Fragrance
Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Oil
Adds an herbaceous scent.
Usually helps with
Fragrance
Watch for
Potential for skin sensitivity due to fragrance
Chelating Agent
Sodium Phytate
Helps to improve the stability of the product by binding to metal ions.
Usually helps with
Formulation stability
A form of Vitamin E that helps protect the skin from environmental damage.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
Colorant
Yellow 5 (Ci 19140)
Adds a yellow color to the product.
Watch for
Potential for skin sensitivity