The base of the formulation, providing hydration.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
A skin-conditioning agent derived from coconut oil and glycerin, it helps to replenish the skin's surface.
Usually helps with
Emollience, skin conditioning
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
A fatty alcohol that moisturizes and softens the skin.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing, softening
A stable, hydrogenated form of squalene, it mimics the skin's natural oils to hydrate and protect.
Usually helps with
Hydration, barrier support
A powerful humectant that draws moisture from the air into the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Emollient
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
A lightweight emollient that improves skin feel and spreadability.
Usually helps with
Skin feel, spreadability
Solvent
Dimethyl Isosorbide
A solvent that can help improve the penetration of other ingredients.
Usually helps with
Ingredient penetration
Watch for
Can sometimes cause irritation in sensitive individuals.
Emulsifier
Glyceryl Stearate Citrate
An emulsifier that helps to blend oil and water components in the formula.
Usually helps with
Formula stability
Thickener
Microcrystalline Cellulose
A plant-derived ingredient used to thicken formulations.
Usually helps with
Texture
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
A rich emollient known for its moisturizing and skin-conditioning properties.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing, skin conditioning
A patented antioxidant ingredient claimed to be 10x more powerful than vitamin C, targeting dark spots and signs of aging.
Usually helps with
Dark spots, uneven tone, anti-aging
Watch for
As a novel ingredient, long-term effects are still being studied.
Active
APderma Copper Tripeptide-1
A peptide that supports collagen production and skin repair, helping to improve firmness and reduce redness.
Usually helps with
Firmness, skin repair, redness reduction
Watch for
Peptides are generally well-tolerated, but some individuals may experience mild sensitivity.
A type of ceramide that is crucial for maintaining a healthy skin barrier.
Usually helps with
Barrier repair, moisture retention
A synthetic peptide that mimics epidermal growth factor, promoting cell regeneration and skin repair.
Usually helps with
Cell regeneration, skin repair
Watch for
Can potentially cause irritation in very sensitive skin.
Another synthetic peptide that supports skin renewal and helps improve skin texture.
Usually helps with
Skin renewal, texture improvement
Watch for
Similar to other peptides, monitor for any signs of sensitivity.
A peptide that aids in skin conditioning and can contribute to a smoother skin appearance.
Usually helps with
Skin conditioning, smoothness
A peptide that helps to support the skin's natural repair processes.
Usually helps with
Skin repair support
A peptide that contributes to skin hydration and elasticity.
Usually helps with
Hydration, elasticity
A skin-identical lipid that helps restore the skin barrier and prevent moisture loss.
Usually helps with
Barrier repair, moisture retention
Another essential ceramide that supports skin barrier function and hydration.
Usually helps with
Barrier repair, hydration
A lipid that is naturally found in the skin and helps to support the skin barrier and reduce inflammation.
Usually helps with
Barrier support, anti-inflammatory
Watch for
Generally well-tolerated, but can cause mild irritation in some.
A lipid that is a natural component of the skin barrier, helping to reinforce it.
Usually helps with
Barrier reinforcement
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
The salt form of hyaluronic acid, it attracts and holds moisture in the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
A thickening agent that also helps to stabilize emulsions. Can sometimes be irritating.
Usually helps with
Texture, stability
Watch for
Can cause mild irritation or dryness in some individuals.
A solvent and humectant that also has antimicrobial properties.
Usually helps with
Hydration, preservation
Active
Bacillus/Folic Acid Ferment Extract
A fermented extract rich in folic acid, which can support cell renewal and skin health.
Usually helps with
Cell renewal, skin health
Watch for
Fermented ingredients can sometimes be sensitizing for some individuals.
A form of Vitamin E, it acts as an antioxidant to protect the skin from free radical damage.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
Emulsifier
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
An emulsifier and thickener that helps create a smooth texture. Can be a mild irritant.
Usually helps with
Texture, stability
Watch for
Potential for mild irritation in sensitive skin.
Emulsifier
Cetearyl Glucoside
A gentle, plant-derived emulsifier that helps blend oil and water.
Usually helps with
Formula stability
A synthetic emollient that provides a smooth, non-greasy feel.
Usually helps with
Emollience, skin feel
A synthetic emollient that provides a smooth, non-greasy feel.
Usually helps with
Emollience, skin feel
Emulsifier
Glyceryl Caprylate
A multifunctional ingredient that acts as an emulsifier and skin conditioner.
Usually helps with
Formula stability, skin conditioning
Surfactant
Decyl Glucoside
A mild, plant-derived surfactant used for cleansing and emulsifying.
Usually helps with
Cleansing, emulsifying
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
A preservative booster that also has skin-conditioning properties. Can be a mild irritant.
Usually helps with
Preservation, skin conditioning
Watch for
Potential for mild irritation in sensitive skin.
A solvent and viscosity-decreasing agent. Can be drying or irritating in higher concentrations.
Usually helps with
Solvent, texture
Watch for
Can cause dryness or irritation for some.
An amino acid derivative that supports skin hydration and repair.
Usually helps with
Hydration, skin repair
A phospholipid that acts as an emulsifier and skin conditioner.
Usually helps with
Formula stability, skin conditioning
Emulsifier
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
A gentle emulsifier derived from lactic acid and lauric acid.
Usually helps with
Formula stability
A humectant that also acts as a preservative booster and skin conditioner.
Usually helps with
Hydration, preservation, skin conditioning
A thickening agent derived from cellulose.
Usually helps with
Texture
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
A common preservative used to prevent microbial growth. Can be irritating for some.
Usually helps with
Preservation
Watch for
Can cause allergic reactions or irritation in sensitive individuals.
A polysaccharide used as a thickening and stabilizing agent.
Usually helps with
Texture, stability