Soothing
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Soothes and hydrates the skin.
Usually helps with
All skin types, especially sensitive or irritated skin
Attracts water to the skin, helping to keep it hydrated and soft.
Usually helps with
Dry and dehydrated skin
Helps to improve skin barrier function, reduce redness, and minimize the appearance of pores.
Usually helps with
All skin types, especially acne-prone or sensitive skin
Watch for
Can cause flushing or irritation in some individuals at higher concentrations.
Solvent/Humectant
Propanediol
A humectant that helps to improve product texture and deliver other ingredients.
Usually helps with
Most skin types
The base for many skincare formulations.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Emollient
Glyceryl Polymethacrylate
Helps to soften and smooth the skin.
Usually helps with
Dry and normal skin
Emulsifier
Sucrose Stearate
Helps to blend oil and water components in a formula.
Usually helps with
Most skin types
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
A common preservative used to prevent microbial growth in cosmetics.
Usually helps with
Most skin types
Watch for
Can be irritating for some individuals, especially at higher concentrations.
A natural gum used to thicken formulations and improve texture.
Usually helps with
Most skin types
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
A form of hyaluronic acid that attracts and holds moisture in the skin, providing hydration and plumping.
Usually helps with
Dry, dehydrated, and mature skin
Antioxidant
Aminopropyl Ascorbyl Phosphate
A stable derivative of Vitamin C that helps to brighten skin and protect against environmental damage.
Usually helps with
Dull skin, uneven tone, and signs of aging
Watch for
Can be less potent than L-Ascorbic Acid; potential for irritation in sensitive individuals.
Humectant/Solvent
Propylene Glycol
Helps to retain moisture and improve the penetration of other ingredients.
Usually helps with
Dry and normal skin
Watch for
Can cause irritation or allergic reactions in some individuals.
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
A smaller molecule form of hyaluronic acid that can penetrate deeper into the skin for enhanced hydration.
Usually helps with
All skin types, especially dehydrated skin
Emollient/Preservative Booster
Ethylhexylglycerin
A skin-conditioning agent that also enhances the effectiveness of preservatives.
Usually helps with
Most skin types
Watch for
Can cause mild skin irritation in some individuals.
Antioxidant/Soothing
Laminaria Japonica Extract
A type of seaweed extract rich in antioxidants and minerals, known for its soothing and hydrating properties.
Usually helps with
All skin types, especially dry or sensitive skin
Peptide
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
A signaling peptide that can help stimulate collagen production, improving skin firmness and reducing the appearance of wrinkles.
Usually helps with
Mature skin, signs of aging
Watch for
Generally well-tolerated, but some individuals may experience mild sensitivity.
Emollient/Skin-Conditioning
Phosphatidylcholine
A phospholipid that helps to support the skin barrier and improve skin texture.
Usually helps with
Dry and compromised skin barriers
Skin-Conditioning
Dipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline
A derivative of the amino acid hydroxyproline, known for its firming and moisturizing properties.
Usually helps with
Mature skin, loss of firmness
A synthetic peptide that mimics natural growth factors, potentially aiding in skin repair and regeneration.
Usually helps with
Signs of aging, skin repair
Watch for
Generally well-tolerated.
Peptide
Sli-polypeptide-121
A peptide that can help improve skin elasticity and firmness.
Usually helps with
Loss of firmness, signs of aging
Watch for
Generally well-tolerated.
Peptide
Sr-hydrozoan Polypeptide-1
A peptide derived from marine organisms, thought to support skin regeneration and reduce the appearance of wrinkles.
Usually helps with
Signs of aging, skin repair
Watch for
Generally well-tolerated.
Active
Copper Tripeptide-1
A peptide containing copper that is known to promote collagen and elastin production, aiding in skin repair and reducing the appearance of wrinkles.
Usually helps with
Signs of aging, wound healing, firmness
Watch for
Can cause mild irritation or temporary skin discoloration in some individuals.
Emulsifier/Skin-Conditioning
Lecithin
A phospholipid that helps to stabilize formulations and improve skin barrier function.
Usually helps with
Dry and normal skin
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
A salt of sorbic acid used as a preservative to prevent the growth of mold and yeast.
Usually helps with
Most skin types
Watch for
Generally considered safe, but can cause mild irritation in sensitive individuals.