The base of the formula, dissolving other ingredients.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Mimics skin's natural oils to provide hydration and improve suppleness.
Usually helps with
Dryness, elasticity
Emollient
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
Softens and smooths skin, improving texture.
Usually helps with
Texture, dryness
Active
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
A stable form of Vitamin C that brightens, protects against free radicals, and supports collagen.
Usually helps with
Brightening, antioxidant, fine lines
Watch for
Can be irritating for some sensitive skin types at higher concentrations.
Emollient
C10-18 Triglycerides
Helps to moisturize and soften the skin.
Usually helps with
Dryness
Helps to bind oil and water components in the formula.
Usually helps with
Formula stability
Emulsifier
Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate
Works to stabilize the emulsion and improve texture.
Usually helps with
Formula stability, texture
Helps to absorb excess oil and provide a smoother finish.
Usually helps with
Oily skin, texture
Emollient
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
Provides moisturizing and skin-conditioning benefits.
Usually helps with
Dryness
Emollient
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Sweet almond oil, known for its moisturizing and skin-softening properties.
Usually helps with
Dryness, softening
Watch for
Nut allergy concern for some.
Used to adjust the pH of the formula, can also act as a mild exfoliant.
Usually helps with
pH balance, exfoliation
Watch for
Can cause irritation at high concentrations or on sensitive skin.
Film Former
Ppg-12/Smdi Copolymer
Helps to create a smooth feel on the skin.
Usually helps with
Texture
Draws moisture into the skin, providing hydration.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Fragrance
Citrus Tangerina Peel Oil
Provides a natural citrus scent, but can be phototoxic or irritating for some.
Watch for
Photosensitivity, potential irritation.
Thickener
Sodium Acrylates Copolymer
Helps to thicken the product and improve its texture.
Usually helps with
Texture
Derived from chamomile, it helps to calm and soothe the skin.
Usually helps with
Soothing, calming
Provides skin-conditioning and moisturizing benefits.
Usually helps with
Moisture, softness
Vitamin E, an antioxidant that protects skin from damage and works with Vitamin C.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant, protection
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
A fatty acid derived from coconut oil and glycerin, it replenishes skin.
Usually helps with
Moisture, replenishment
A component of citrus peel oils, it provides a scent but can be a skin irritant and allergen.
Watch for
Potential irritant and allergen.
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
A common preservative that helps prevent microbial growth.
Usually helps with
Product preservation
Watch for
Can cause allergic reactions in some individuals.
Helps to stabilize the formula and improve skin feel.
Usually helps with
Formula stability, texture
Helps to absorb excess oil and provide a matte finish.
Usually helps with
Oil control, texture
Emollient
Rosa Centifolia Flower Wax
A wax from rose petals that provides skin conditioning.
Usually helps with
Skin conditioning
Emollient
Rosa Damascena Flower Wax
A wax from rose petals that provides skin conditioning.
Usually helps with
Skin conditioning
Chelating Agent
Sodium Phytate
Helps to improve the stability of the formula by binding metal ions.
Usually helps with
Formula stability
A fatty alcohol that softens and smooths the skin.
Usually helps with
Softening, smoothing
Emulsifier
Polyglyceryl-3 Beeswax
Helps to create a stable emulsion and provides skin conditioning.
Usually helps with
Formula stability, skin conditioning
A common ingredient that helps to draw moisture into the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Watch for
Can be irritating for some sensitive skin types.
A skin-conditioning agent that also acts as a preservative booster.
Usually helps with
Moisture, preservation
A denatured alcohol that can help other ingredients penetrate the skin, but can be drying and irritating.
Usually helps with
Ingredient penetration
Watch for
Drying, potential irritation, can disrupt skin barrier.
Preservative
Chlorphenesin
A preservative that helps prevent the growth of bacteria and fungi.
Usually helps with
Product preservation
Watch for
Can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in some.
Botanical Extract
Citrus Australasica Fruit Extract
Finger lime extract, known for its antioxidant properties.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant
Film Former
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
Provides a smooth, soft-focus effect on the skin.
Usually helps with
Texture, smoothing
Botanical Extract
Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract
Kakadu plum extract, exceptionally rich in Vitamin C and antioxidants.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant, brightening
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Extract
Shea butter extract, known for its moisturizing and skin-conditioning properties.
Usually helps with
Moisture, conditioning
Antioxidant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Green tea extract, rich in antioxidants that help protect skin from environmental damage.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant, protection
Botanical Extract
Citrus Junos Fruit Extract
Yuzu extract, known for its antioxidant and brightening properties.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant, brightening
Botanical Extract
Curcuma Longa Root Extract
Turmeric root extract, known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits.
Usually helps with
Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant
Antioxidant
Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
Acai berry extract, packed with antioxidants to fight free radicals.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant, protection
Botanical Extract
Lippia Citriodora Flower Extract
Lemon verbena extract, known for its antioxidant and refreshing properties.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant, refreshing
Botanical Extract
Oenothera Biennis Seed Extract
Evening primrose seed extract, known for its soothing and moisturizing properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, moisturizing
Botanical Extract
Rosa Canina Fruit Extract
Rosehip fruit extract, rich in vitamins and fatty acids for skin conditioning.
Usually helps with
Skin conditioning, nourishment
Soothing Agent
Alteromonas Ferment Extract
A marine ferment extract that can help soothe and hydrate the skin.
Usually helps with
Soothing, hydration
Preservative
Benzyl Alcohol
A preservative that can also act as a solvent and fragrance component. Can be an allergen.
Usually helps with
Preservation
Watch for
Potential allergen and irritant.
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
A form of hyaluronic acid that attracts and holds moisture in the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
A common fragrance ingredient found in essential oils. Can be a skin irritant and allergen.
Watch for
Potential irritant and allergen.
Preservative
Dehydroacetic Acid
A preservative that helps prevent the growth of bacteria and fungi.
Usually helps with
Product preservation