The base for many skincare formulations.
Usually helps with
All skin types
A solvent and humectant that can improve the absorption of other ingredients.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can be mildly irritating for some
Emollient
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
A lightweight emollient that softens and smooths the skin.
Usually helps with
All skin types
A common humectant that draws moisture to the skin, reinforcing the skin barrier and locking in hydration for a bouncy feel.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Emollient
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Water
Replenishes hydration and supports a healthy glow.
Usually helps with
Dryness, Dullness
Watch for
Potential allergen for some
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
A humectant that also has preservative properties.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can be mildly irritating for some
Antioxidant
Prunus Avium (Sweet Cherry) Fruit Extract
Rich in antioxidants, it helps to protect the skin and contributes to a healthy glow.
Usually helps with
Dullness
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
A form of hyaluronic acid that attracts and holds moisture in the skin, providing hydration.
Usually helps with
Dryness, Dullness
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
A smaller molecule form of hyaluronic acid that can penetrate deeper into the skin for enhanced hydration.
Usually helps with
Dryness, Dullness
Skin-Conditioning Agent
Ceramide Np
A type of lipid that helps to restore and maintain the skin's natural barrier function.
Usually helps with
Dryness
An amino acid that plays a role in skin hydration and barrier function.
Usually helps with
Dryness
An amino acid that helps to moisturize and condition the skin.
Usually helps with
Dryness
An amino acid with antioxidant properties.
Usually helps with
All skin types
An amino acid that can help to improve skin texture.
Usually helps with
All skin types
An amino acid that helps to maintain skin hydration.
Usually helps with
Dryness
An amino acid that can aid in skin repair.
Usually helps with
All skin types
An amino acid that helps to moisturize the skin.
Usually helps with
Dryness
An amino acid that can help to improve skin texture.
Usually helps with
All skin types
An amino acid that may help with skin repair.
Usually helps with
All skin types
An amino acid that can help with skin conditioning.
Usually helps with
All skin types
An amino acid that helps to maintain skin hydration.
Usually helps with
Dryness
An amino acid that plays a role in collagen production.
Usually helps with
All skin types
An amino acid that helps to moisturize the skin.
Usually helps with
Dryness
An amino acid that helps to maintain skin hydration.
Usually helps with
Dryness
An amino acid that may help with skin repair.
Usually helps with
All skin types
A peptide that may help to improve skin elasticity and firmness.
Usually helps with
Aging skin
Peptide
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
A peptide that can help to stimulate collagen production and improve skin texture.
Usually helps with
Aging skin
Humectant
Saccharide Isomerate
A plant-derived ingredient that binds to moisture and helps to hydrate the skin.
Usually helps with
Dryness
A form of Vitamin C, known for its antioxidant and brightening properties.
Usually helps with
Dullness, Uneven Tone
Watch for
Can be unstable and degrade over time; may cause irritation in high concentrations
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
A form of Vitamin E, an antioxidant that helps to protect the skin from environmental damage.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Skin-Conditioning Agent
Saccharomyces/Magnesium Ferment
A fermented ingredient that can help to improve skin hydration and barrier function.
Usually helps with
Dryness
Skin-Conditioning Agent
Saccharomyces/Silicon Ferment
A fermented ingredient that can help to improve skin texture and elasticity.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Skin-Conditioning Agent
Saccharomyces/Copper Ferment
A fermented ingredient that may help to support skin repair and regeneration.
Usually helps with
Aging skin
Preservative
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
A natural preservative derived from fermented radish root.
Usually helps with
All skin types
A form of Vitamin E, an antioxidant that helps to protect the skin from environmental damage.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Emulsifier
Glyceryl Caprylate
An emollient and emulsifier that also has antimicrobial properties.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Emulsifier
Cetearyl Olivate
An emulsifier derived from olive oil that helps to blend oil and water ingredients.
Usually helps with
Dryness
Emulsifier
Sorbitan Olivate
An emulsifier derived from olive oil that helps to blend oil and water ingredients.
Usually helps with
Dryness
Antioxidant
Hydroxyacetophenone
A synthetic antioxidant that helps to protect the skin.
Usually helps with
All skin types
A solvent and humectant that helps to improve the absorption of other ingredients.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can be mildly irritating for some
A common thickening agent that gives products a smoother texture.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Thickener
Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
A polymer used to thicken cosmetic formulations.
Usually helps with
All skin types
A thickening agent used to create gel-like consistencies.
Usually helps with
All skin types
pH Adjuster
Sodium Hydroxide
Used to adjust the pH of a formulation. Can be irritating in high concentrations.
Usually helps with
All skin types (in proper formulation)
Watch for
Can cause irritation if pH is not balanced
An alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) used to adjust pH and provide mild exfoliation.
Usually helps with
All skin types (in proper formulation)
Watch for
Can increase sun sensitivity; potential for irritation
pH Adjuster
Sodium Citrate
A salt of citric acid used to adjust pH.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
A fatty alcohol that softens and smooths the skin; not drying like some other alcohols.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
A common preservative used to prevent microbial growth.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can cause allergic reactions in some individuals
Colorant
Iron Oxides (Ci 77491)
Mineral pigments used to color cosmetics.
Usually helps with
All skin types