A chemical sunscreen agent that absorbs UVA rays.
Usually helps with
Broad-spectrum UV protection
Watch for
Can degrade with UV exposure if not stabilized
A chemical sunscreen agent that absorbs UVB rays.
Usually helps with
UVB protection
Watch for
Potential endocrine disruptor concerns
A chemical sunscreen agent that absorbs UVB rays.
Usually helps with
UVB protection
Watch for
Can enhance penetration of other ingredients
The base of the formulation.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Emollient
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
Softens and smooths the skin.
Usually helps with
Skin conditioning
Draws moisture to the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
UV Filter
Butyloctyl Salicylate
A chemical sunscreen agent that absorbs UVB rays.
Usually helps with
UVB protection
Helps with oil balance, pore appearance, and skin tone.
Usually helps with
Oiliness, visible pores, uneven tone
Watch for
Can cause flushing or irritation in sensitive individuals at high concentrations
A solvent and humectant that helps ingredients penetrate the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration, ingredient delivery
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
A skin-conditioning agent and humectant.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Helps protect skin from environmental stressors and provides hydration.
Usually helps with
Hydration, environmental protection
Antioxidant
Eugenia Caryophyllus (Clove) Bud Extract
May offer antioxidant benefits.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant support
Watch for
Can be a potential irritant for some
Antioxidant
Solidago Virgaurea (Goldenrod) Extract
May offer antioxidant properties.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant support
Soothes and calms the skin.
Usually helps with
Soothing, skin conditioning
Derived from chamomile, it helps calm and soothe the skin.
Usually helps with
Soothing, anti-inflammation
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
A form of Vitamin E that provides antioxidant benefits.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection, skin conditioning
Emulsifier
Inulin Lauryl Carbamate
Helps to stabilize the emulsion.
Usually helps with
Formulation stability
Thickener
Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate
A polymer that thickens the product.
Usually helps with
Texture enhancement
Chelating Agent
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Helps to improve the stability of the formula.
Usually helps with
Product stability
A natural gum used to thicken and stabilize formulations.
Usually helps with
Texture enhancement
Can help absorb excess oil and provide a matte finish.
Usually helps with
Mattifying
UV Filter
Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene
A chemical sunscreen agent that absorbs UVB rays and helps stabilize other filters.
Usually helps with
UVB protection, filter stabilization
A solvent and humectant that also has antimicrobial properties.
Usually helps with
Hydration, preservation
Used to adjust the pH of the formulation.
Usually helps with
pH balance
Watch for
Can be an exfoliant at higher concentrations
Preservative Booster
Ethylhexylglycerin
A skin-conditioning agent that also enhances the efficacy of preservatives.
Usually helps with
Preservation, skin conditioning
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
A common preservative to prevent microbial growth.
Usually helps with
Product preservation
Watch for
Can be an irritant for some individuals
Formula support
Inulin Lauryl Cabamate
Included in the source ingredient list. Glass treats this as part of the supporting formula unless it overlaps with a known active, preservative, or fragrance flag.
Usually helps with
Formula completeness and routine context
Watch for
Personal sensitivity, especially if your skin is reactive or the ingredient overlaps with other products in your routine