The base of the formulation, dissolving other ingredients.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Surfactant
Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate
A mild amino acid-based surfactant that creates lather and cleanses the skin.
Usually helps with
Gentle cleansing
Watch for
Can be drying for extremely dry skin
Surfactant
Sodium Cocoamphoacetate
A mild amphoteric surfactant that helps lift dirt and oil.
Usually helps with
Gentle cleansing
Watch for
Generally well-tolerated
Surfactant
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
A co-surfactant that enhances lather and mildness.
Usually helps with
Foaming, mild cleansing
Watch for
Potential for irritation in sensitive individuals
Viscosity Controlling Agent
Sodium Chloride
Used to thicken the product.
Usually helps with
Texture
Emulsifier
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Helps to mix oil and water components.
Usually helps with
Formulation stability
Draws moisture to the skin, helping to hydrate.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Thickener
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
A polymer used to thicken the formula and improve texture.
Usually helps with
Texture
Emollient
Glycol Distearate
Provides a smooth feel and can contribute to the pearlescent look of some formulations.
Usually helps with
Skin feel
A sugar that can help attract and retain moisture.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Antioxidant
Malpighia Punicifolia (Acerola) Fruit Extract
Rich in Vitamin C, it helps protect the skin from environmental damage.
Usually helps with
Brightening, antioxidant protection
Antioxidant
Chaenomeles Sinensis Fruit Extract
Contains antioxidants that can help protect the skin.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant support
Antioxidant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Green tea extract, known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, antioxidant protection
Antioxidant
Ficus Carica (Fig) Fruit Extract
Contains antioxidants and enzymes that can gently exfoliate.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant support
Antioxidant
Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract
Known for its antioxidant and potential anti-inflammatory benefits.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant support
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
A form of Vitamin E that protects the skin from oxidative stress.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
Derived from coconut oil, it contributes to cleansing.
Usually helps with
Cleansing
Watch for
Can be drying for some
A salt of coconut fatty acids, used for its cleansing properties.
Usually helps with
Cleansing
Watch for
Can be drying for some
Preservative
Sodium Metabisulfite
A preservative that can cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
Usually helps with
Preservation
Watch for
Sulfites sensitivity
Conditioning Agent
Polyquaternium-7
A conditioning agent that can help soften the skin and hair.
Usually helps with
Skin conditioning
UV Absorber
Sodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate
A UV filter that can help protect the product from degradation, but its use in skincare is debated.
Usually helps with
Product stability
Watch for
Potential environmental concerns
A solvent and humectant that helps ingredients penetrate the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration, ingredient delivery
A skin-conditioning agent that also has preservative properties.
Usually helps with
Skin conditioning, preservation
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
A common preservative that can cause irritation in sensitive individuals.
Usually helps with
Preservation
Watch for
Potential for irritation
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
A widely used preservative that can cause allergic reactions in some.
Usually helps with
Preservation
Watch for
Potential for irritation
Fragrance
Parfum/Fragrance
Adds scent to the product. Can be a common cause of skin irritation and allergies.
Watch for
Potential for irritation and allergies
Fragrance Ingredient
Benzyl Salicylate
A common fragrance ingredient that can be a potential allergen.
Watch for
Potential allergen
Colorant
Blue 1 (Ci 42090)
A synthetic colorant used to give the product its blue hue.
Colorant
Red 40 (Ci 16035)
A synthetic colorant used to give the product its red hue.
Colorant
Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891)
A white pigment used for color.
Colorant
Yellow 5 (Ci 19140)
A synthetic colorant used to give the product its yellow hue.
Colorant
Yellow 6 (Ci 15985)
A synthetic colorant used to give the product its yellow hue.