Solvent
Aqua / Water / Eau
The base of the formula, dissolving other ingredients.
Usually helps with
All skin types
A common solvent and humectant that helps ingredients penetrate the skin.
Usually helps with
All skin types
A powerful humectant that draws moisture to the skin, keeping it hydrated and supple.
Usually helps with
All skin types
A silicone that provides a smooth feel and helps to lock in moisture, creating a protective barrier.
Usually helps with
Dry skin, Normal skin
Watch for
Can feel heavy on oily skin
A synthetic colorant that gives the product its pink hue.
Watch for
Potential for irritation in sensitive individuals
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
A form of Vitamin E that helps protect the skin from environmental damage.
Usually helps with
All skin types
pH Adjuster
Sodium Hydroxide
Used to adjust the pH of the formula. Can be irritating in high concentrations.
Watch for
Potential for irritation
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
The salt form of hyaluronic acid, which effectively attracts and retains moisture in the skin.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
A common preservative used to prevent microbial growth in cosmetic products.
Watch for
Can be irritating for some
Skin Conditioning
Faex Extract / Yeast Extract
Derived from yeast, it can help soothe, hydrate, and improve skin texture.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Emulsifier
Peg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Helps to mix oil and water-based ingredients and can also act as a skin-conditioning agent.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can be a mild irritant for some
An amino acid that helps to condition the skin and can support the skin's natural repair processes.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Preservative
Chlorphenesin
A preservative that helps to prevent the growth of bacteria and fungi.
Watch for
Potential for skin irritation
Humectant
Mel / Honey / Miel
A natural humectant with soothing and antioxidant properties.
Usually helps with
Dry skin, Sensitive skin
A beta-hydroxy acid (BHA) that exfoliates inside pores, helping to clear congestion and reduce breakouts. This is present in a low concentration.
Usually helps with
Oily skin, Acne-prone skin
Watch for
Can cause dryness or irritation if overused or if skin is sensitive
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
A humectant that also has antimicrobial properties, helping to preserve the formula.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Emollient
Isopropyl Palmitate
An emollient that can feel softening but is also known to be comedogenic for some individuals.
Usually helps with
Dry skin
Watch for
Can clog pores for acne-prone skin
A solvent and humectant that enhances the absorption of other ingredients and provides hydration.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Fragrance
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
A synthetic fragrance ingredient that can be a potential allergen for some individuals.
Watch for
Potential for allergic reactions or sensitization
Thickener
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
A polymer used to thicken the formula and improve its texture.
Usually helps with
All skin types
A fragrance component that can cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
Watch for
Potential for allergic reactions or sensitization
A fragrance ingredient that can be a potential allergen.
Watch for
Potential for allergic reactions or sensitization
Soothing Agent
Rosa Damascena Flower Water
Rose water known for its soothing and hydrating properties.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Used to adjust the pH of the formula. Can be an exfoliant in higher concentrations.
Watch for
Can cause irritation if pH is too low
Emollient
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil / Sweet Almond Oil
A nourishing oil that softens and moisturizes the skin.
Usually helps with
Dry skin, Normal skin
Watch for
Can be comedogenic for some acne-prone skin types
A synthetic fragrance ingredient that can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions.
Watch for
Potential for allergic reactions or sensitization