The base liquid for the formulation.
Usually helps with
Hydration
A common solvent and humectant that helps to improve product texture and skin hydration.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Texture
Watch for
Can be a mild irritant for some
Active
Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate
A probiotic-derived ingredient that can help support the skin's microbiome and improve barrier function.
Usually helps with
Barrier Support, Soothing
Watch for
Generally well-tolerated
A form of Vitamin B3 that helps to improve skin tone, reduce inflammation, and support the skin barrier.
Usually helps with
Tone, Inflammation, Barrier Support
Watch for
Can cause flushing or irritation in high concentrations for sensitive skin
Humectant
Glyceryl Glucoside
A moisturizing ingredient that helps to improve skin hydration and elasticity.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Elasticity
A solvent and humectant that also has antimicrobial properties.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Preservation
Watch for
Can be a mild irritant for some
A classic humectant that draws moisture to the skin, keeping it hydrated and soft.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Emollient
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
An emollient that softens and smooths the skin, improving texture.
Usually helps with
Softening, Smoothing
Watch for
Can be comedogenic for acne-prone skin
A humectant that helps to improve skin hydration.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Emulsifier
Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate
An emulsifier that helps to blend oil and water ingredients, contributing to product texture.
Usually helps with
Texture
A solvent and humectant that enhances the absorption of other ingredients and provides hydration.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Absorption
Emollient
Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14) Olefin
A synthetic emollient that provides a smooth feel and helps to prevent moisture loss.
Usually helps with
Emollience, Moisture Barrier
Watch for
Can be pore-clogging for some
Emollient
Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
An emollient that gives the skin a smooth, soft feel.
Usually helps with
Softening, Smoothing
A sugar alcohol that acts as a humectant, drawing moisture to the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Emulsifier
Glyceryl Stearate Se
An emulsifier that helps to create a stable emulsion between oil and water.
Usually helps with
Texture
A thickening agent used to improve the texture and consistency of the product.
Usually helps with
Texture
A provitamin of B5 that hydrates, soothes, and helps to repair the skin barrier.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Soothing, Barrier Repair
An amino acid that helps to maintain skin hydration and has antioxidant properties.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Antioxidant
A polysaccharide that can form a film on the skin, providing a temporary tightening effect and reducing moisture loss.
Usually helps with
Firming, Moisture Barrier
Antioxidant
Coptis Japonica Root Extract
A traditional Korean medicinal herb with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, Antioxidant
Emollient
Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil
A plant-based oil that softens and moisturizes the skin.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing, Softening
Watch for
Can be comedogenic for acne-prone skin
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
A preservative that also has skin-conditioning properties.
Usually helps with
Preservation, Skin Conditioning
Watch for
Can be a mild irritant for some
A natural thickening agent that improves product texture.
Usually helps with
Texture
A beneficial ingredient for anti-aging, known to help smooth wrinkles and improve skin elasticity.
Usually helps with
Anti-aging, Smoothing
Thickener
Sodium Polyacrylate
A thickening agent used to improve product consistency.
Usually helps with
Texture
Chelating Agent
Sodium Phytate
A chelating agent that helps to improve the stability of the formula by binding to metal ions.
Usually helps with
Formula Stability
A soothing and skin-conditioning ingredient that helps to calm irritation.
Usually helps with
Soothing, Calming
Solvent
Dimethyl Isosorbide
A solvent that can help to improve the penetration of other active ingredients.
Usually helps with
Penetration Enhancement
A potent form of Vitamin A that accelerates cell turnover, boosts collagen production, and helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and uneven skin tone. It can be irritating for some.
Usually helps with
Anti-aging, Texture, Tone
Watch for
Photosensitivity, irritation, dryness, peeling. Start slowly and use sunscreen.
Active
Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate
A derivative of retinoic acid (the active form of Vitamin A) that is thought to be less irritating than retinol while still offering anti-aging benefits. It works by binding to retinoid receptors.
Usually helps with
Anti-aging, Smoothing
Watch for
Less irritating than retinol but can still cause sensitivity.
A stable, hydrogenated form of squalene, a lipid naturally found in skin. It's an excellent moisturizer that mimics skin's natural oils, providing hydration without greasiness.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Emollience
Watch for
Generally well-tolerated, but can be comedogenic for very acne-prone skin.
Active
Kojyl Methylenedioxycinnamate
A derivative of kojic acid, often used for its skin-brightening properties to help fade dark spots and even out skin tone.
Usually helps with
Brightening, Tone
Watch for
Can cause irritation or sensitivity in some individuals.
Soothing Agent
Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract
Also known as cica or tiger grass, this extract is known for its soothing, anti-inflammatory, and wound-healing properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, Calming, Repair
Active
Bifida Ferment Lysate
A probiotic-derived ingredient that helps to strengthen the skin barrier, improve hydration, and protect against environmental stressors.
Usually helps with
Barrier Support, Hydration, Protection
Watch for
Generally well-tolerated
Active
Lactococcus Ferment Lysate
Another probiotic-derived ingredient that supports skin renewal and strengthens the skin barrier.
Usually helps with
Barrier Support, Renewal
Watch for
Generally well-tolerated
Solvent
Dipropylene Glycol
A solvent used to help dissolve other ingredients and improve product texture.
Usually helps with
Texture, Solvent
Watch for
Can be a mild irritant for some
Antioxidant
Gynostemma Pentaphyllum Leaf/Stem Extract
An adaptogenic herb extract known for its antioxidant and anti-aging properties.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant, Anti-aging
Antioxidant
Gelidium Cartilagineum Extract
A type of red algae extract rich in antioxidants and minerals, which can help protect the skin.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant, Protection
Antioxidant
Hizikia Fusiforme Extract
A type of brown algae extract known for its antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
Emulsifier
Hydrogenated Lecithin
A modified form of lecithin that acts as an emulsifier and skin-conditioning agent, helping to stabilize the formula and moisturize the skin.
Usually helps with
Emulsifier, Moisturizing
A compound found in Centella Asiatica, known for its wound-healing and anti-inflammatory properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, Repair
Another compound from Centella Asiatica, with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant, Soothing
The third main compound from Centella Asiatica, also known for its soothing and skin-regenerating properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, Regeneration
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
The salt form of hyaluronic acid, a powerful humectant that attracts and retains moisture in the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
A peptide that works to inhibit melanin production, helping to brighten skin and reduce the appearance of dark spots.
Usually helps with
Brightening, Tone
A polysaccharide derived from oats or yeast that is known for its moisturizing, soothing, and skin-protecting properties.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Soothing, Protection
A type of ceramide that is a key component of the skin's natural barrier. It helps to replenish and restore the skin's moisture barrier.
Usually helps with
Barrier Repair, Moisturization
Active
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
A peptide that mimics the action of Botox by relaxing facial muscles, helping to reduce the appearance of expression lines.
Usually helps with
Anti-wrinkle, Smoothing
Active
Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
A peptide that stimulates collagen production, helping to improve skin firmness and reduce the appearance of wrinkles.
Usually helps with
Firming, Anti-wrinkle
Active
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
A peptide that helps to reduce inflammation and improve skin elasticity by inhibiting the production of certain inflammatory molecules.
Usually helps with
Anti-inflammatory, Elasticity
A peptide that promotes collagen and elastin synthesis, contributing to improved skin firmness and reduced wrinkles.
Usually helps with
Firming, Anti-wrinkle
Active
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
A peptide that signals the skin to repair itself by boosting collagen production, helping to reduce wrinkles and improve skin texture.
Usually helps with
Anti-wrinkle, Texture Improvement
A powerful humectant that can hold up to 1000 times its weight in water, providing intense hydration and plumping the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Plumping
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
A cross-linked form of hyaluronic acid that creates a hydrating film on the skin's surface, providing long-lasting moisture and a plumping effect.
Usually helps with
Long-lasting Hydration, Plumping
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Hyaluronic acid broken down into smaller molecules, allowing it to penetrate deeper into the skin for enhanced hydration.
Usually helps with
Deep Hydration
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
A smaller molecular weight form of sodium hyaluronate that can penetrate the skin more effectively for deeper hydration.
Usually helps with
Deep Hydration
Humectant
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
A cationic derivative of hyaluronic acid that binds to the skin, providing sustained hydration and improving hair and skin feel.
Usually helps with
Sustained Hydration, Skin Feel
Humectant
Potassium Hyaluronate
A salt form of hyaluronic acid that functions as a humectant to attract and retain moisture.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
A multi-functional ingredient that acts as a humectant, solvent, and preservative booster.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Texture
Watch for
Can be a mild irritant for some
Humectant
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
A modified form of hyaluronic acid that has enhanced skin penetration and moisture-retention properties.
Usually helps with
Enhanced Hydration, Moisture Retention
