The base of the formula, providing hydration.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Attracts water to the skin, keeping it hydrated and soft.
Usually helps with
Hydration, softening
Emollient
BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA) BUTTER
A rich emollient that softens and conditions the skin, providing a protective barrier.
Usually helps with
Dry skin, barrier support
Watch for
Can be heavy for very oily skin
Emollient
CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE
Derived from coconut oil and glycerin, it's a lightweight emollient that helps replenish skin.
Usually helps with
Emollience, skin conditioning
A plant-derived emollient that provides a smooth feel and helps with product spreadability.
Usually helps with
Emollience, texture
Emollient
CETEARYL ALCOHOL
A fatty alcohol that acts as an emollient and emulsifier, softening and smoothing the skin.
Usually helps with
Emollience, texture
Watch for
Generally well-tolerated, but some sensitive individuals may react
Emollient
PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRAISOSTEARATE
An emollient that helps to soften and smooth the skin.
Usually helps with
Emollience, skin softening
A multifunctional ingredient used as a humectant, emollient, and preservative booster.
Usually helps with
Hydration, preservation
Emollient
BIS-DIGLYCERYL POLYACYLADIPATE-1
An emollient that helps to improve skin texture and provide a smooth feel.
Usually helps with
Emollience, texture
Emollient
DIISOSTEARYL MALATE
An emollient that conditions and softens the skin.
Usually helps with
Emollience, skin conditioning
Humectant
XYLITYLGLUCOSIDE
A derivative of xylitol, it helps improve skin's moisture barrier and hydration levels.
Usually helps with
Hydration, barrier support
Known for its humectant, antioxidant, and soothing properties, it helps hydrate and calm the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration, soothing, antioxidants
A sugar beet-derived ingredient that helps hydrate and protect the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration, skin protection
A form of Vitamin B5 that hydrates, soothes, and aids in skin barrier repair.
Usually helps with
Hydration, soothing, barrier repair
Emollient
HYDROGENATED RAPESEED OIL
An emollient that helps to soften and smooth the skin.
Usually helps with
Emollience, skin softening
Emollient
HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL UNSAPONIFIABLES
Derived from sunflower oil, it helps to moisturize and support the skin barrier.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing, barrier support
A skin-identical lipid that helps to restore and maintain the skin's natural barrier function, improving hydration.
Usually helps with
Barrier repair, hydration
A resinous mixture collected by bees, known for its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and wound-healing properties.
Usually helps with
Antioxidants, soothing
Watch for
Can cause allergic reactions in some individuals, especially those with bee product allergies.
Active
ROYAL JELLY EXTRACT
A secretion from bees, rich in nutrients, it's known for its moisturizing and skin-conditioning benefits.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing, skin conditioning
Watch for
Potential for allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
A form of Vitamin E, it acts as an antioxidant to protect the skin from free radical damage.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
Active
FICUS CARICA (FIG) FRUIT EXTRACT
Contains antioxidants and nutrients that help hydrate and plump the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration, plumping
Emollient
HIPPOPHAE RHAMNOIDES OIL
Sea buckthorn oil, rich in vitamins and fatty acids, known for its nourishing and regenerative properties.
Usually helps with
Nourishing, regeneration
Watch for
Can be comedogenic for some acne-prone individuals.
A simple sugar that helps to hydrate the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
A component of chamomile, known for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, anti-inflammatory
A sugar alcohol that helps to hydrate the skin and improve its barrier function.
Usually helps with
Hydration, barrier support
Works with Xylitylglucoside to enhance skin hydration and barrier function.
Usually helps with
Hydration, barrier support
Emulsifier
CETEARYL GLUCOSIDE
A plant-derived emulsifier that helps to blend oil and water, contributing to a smooth texture.
Usually helps with
Emulsification, texture
A triglyceride that acts as an emollient, helping to soften and smooth the skin.
Usually helps with
Emollience, skin softening
Thickener
ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER
A synthetic polymer used to thicken formulations and improve texture.
Usually helps with
Texture enhancement
Watch for
Can sometimes cause a slight pilling effect.
Emulsifier
HYDROXYETHYL ACRYLATE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE COPOLYMER
A synthetic polymer used as an emulsifier and thickener.
Usually helps with
Texture, emulsification
An amino acid that helps to hydrate and condition the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration, conditioning
Adds scent to the product. Fragrance can be a potential irritant for sensitive skin.
Watch for
Potential for irritation or allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
Antioxidant
HYDROXYACETOPHENONE
A synthetic antioxidant that also functions as a preservative booster.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant, preservation
A natural polysaccharide used to thicken and stabilize formulations.
Usually helps with
Texture, stabilization
Emulsifier
GLYCERYL DIOLEATE
An emulsifier that helps to blend oil and water components in the formula.
Usually helps with
Emulsification
Surfactant
SODIUM DILAURAMIDOGLUTAMIDE LYSINE
A mild surfactant that can help with cleansing and emulsification.
Usually helps with
Cleansing, emulsification
Chelating Agent
SODIUM PHYTATE
Derived from plant sources, it helps to improve the stability of the formula by binding metal ions.
Usually helps with
Formula stability
Emulsifier
SORBITAN ISOSTEARATE
An emulsifier that helps to stabilize oil-in-water formulations.
Usually helps with
Emulsification
Used to adjust the pH of the product for optimal performance and skin compatibility.
Usually helps with
pH balance
Preservative
POTASSIUM SORBATE
A common preservative used to prevent microbial growth.
Usually helps with
Preservation
Preservative
SODIUM BENZOATE
A preservative that helps to prevent the growth of bacteria, yeast, and mold.
Usually helps with
Preservation