The base of the formulation.
Usually helps with
Hydration
A hydrating ingredient that also helps to improve the texture of the product.
Usually helps with
Hydration, texture enhancement
A light, non-greasy emollient that helps to soften and smooth the skin.
Usually helps with
Softening skin
A multi-tasking ingredient that helps to improve skin barrier function, reduce redness, and control oil.
Usually helps with
Barrier support, redness, oil control
A light emollient that contributes to a smooth feel on the skin.
Usually helps with
Skin smoothing
Emollient
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
A nourishing oil that helps to soften and condition the skin.
Usually helps with
Nourishing, softening
Watch for
Potential allergen for some
A light emollient that helps to spread the product and provide a smooth finish.
Usually helps with
Product spreadability, smooth finish
Thickener
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
A synthetic polymer used to thicken the product and improve its texture.
Usually helps with
Texture
Active
Lactococcus Ferment Lysate
A postbiotic ingredient known for its skin-barrier-strengthening and soothing properties.
Usually helps with
Barrier support, soothing
Surfactant
Lauryl Glucoside
A mild, plant-derived surfactant used for cleansing.
Usually helps with
Gentle cleansing
Preservative
Chlorphenesin
A preservative that helps to prevent microbial growth in the product.
Usually helps with
Product preservation
Watch for
Can be a skin irritant for some
Emulsifier
Polyglyceryl-6 Laurate
A gentle emulsifier that helps to blend oil and water components.
Usually helps with
Emulsification
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
A common preservative that helps to prevent spoilage.
Usually helps with
Product preservation
Watch for
Can be irritating for sensitive skin
pH Adjuster
Levulinic Acid
An organic acid used to adjust the pH of the formulation.
Usually helps with
pH balance
An alpha-hydroxy acid used to adjust pH and provide mild exfoliation.
Usually helps with
pH balance, mild exfoliation
Skin Conditioning Agent
Sodium Levulinate
A salt of levulinic acid that can help condition the skin.
Usually helps with
Skin conditioning
Surfactant
Myristyl Glucoside
A mild, non-ionic surfactant used for gentle cleansing.
Usually helps with
Gentle cleansing
A powerful humectant that draws moisture to the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Thickener
Acacia Senegal Gum
A natural gum used to thicken the product and improve its texture.
Usually helps with
Texture
A common thickening agent that also helps to stabilize emulsions.
Usually helps with
Texture, stabilization
An alpha-hydroxy acid that helps to exfoliate the skin and improve hydration.
Usually helps with
Exfoliation, hydration
Watch for
Can cause sensitivity, especially when combined with other actives
Viscosity Adjuster
Sodium Chloride
Used to adjust the viscosity of the product.
Usually helps with
Texture
Preservative
Phenylpropanol
A preservative that helps to prevent bacterial growth.
Usually helps with
Product preservation
A form of Vitamin E that acts as an antioxidant, protecting the skin from free radical damage.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
pH Adjuster
Sodium Hydroxide
Used to adjust the pH of the formulation to ensure stability and efficacy.
Usually helps with
pH balance
Watch for
Can be irritating in high concentrations