Soothing Agent
Calendula Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Juice*
A botanical extract known for its anti-inflammatory and skin-soothing properties.
Usually helps with
Calming redness, reducing irritation
Watch for
Generally well-tolerated, but patch test if you have extreme sensitivities.
Surfactant
Decyl Glucoside
A mild, plant-derived surfactant that creates a gentle lather and effectively cleanses without stripping.
Usually helps with
Gentle cleansing
Surfactant
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
A mild surfactant derived from lactic acid and lauric acid, known for its gentle cleansing and moisturizing properties.
Usually helps with
Mild cleansing, skin conditioning
Emollient
Shea Butter Glycerides
Derived from shea butter, these provide moisturizing and skin-softening benefits.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing, softening skin
Humectant
Maltooligosyl Glucoside
A sugar-derived humectant that helps attract and retain moisture in the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Humectant
Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate
A sugar alcohol derived from starch that acts as a humectant, providing hydration.
Usually helps with
Hydration
A humectant that helps to draw moisture to the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
The base solvent for the formulation.
Usually helps with
Formulation base
An alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) that can gently exfoliate and help to improve skin texture and hydration. In this cleanser, it's likely present in a low concentration for mild exfoliation.
Usually helps with
Gentle exfoliation, hydration
Watch for
Can cause mild stinging if skin is very sensitive or compromised.
A classic humectant that draws moisture into the skin, keeping it hydrated and soft.
Usually helps with
Hydration, skin barrier support
Emollient
Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil*
Rich in gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), this oil helps to nourish, moisturize, and improve skin elasticity.
Usually helps with
Nourishing, softening, improving elasticity
Humectant
Saccharide Isomerate
A plant-derived carbohydrate complex that binds to skin cells and provides long-lasting hydration.
Usually helps with
Deep hydration
Emollient
Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil
Passionflower seed oil is rich in essential fatty acids and antioxidants, helping to moisturize and protect the skin.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing, antioxidant protection
Emollient
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Seed Oil
Contains fatty acids and antioxidants that help to condition and protect the skin.
Usually helps with
Conditioning, protection
Emollient
Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil
A rich emollient that helps to soften and moisturize the skin.
Usually helps with
Softening, moisturizing
Emollient
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil*
Mimics the skin's natural sebum, providing excellent moisturization and helping to balance oil production.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing, balancing oil
A stable, plant-derived emollient that is highly compatible with the skin, providing hydration and improving suppleness.
Usually helps with
Hydration, softening
Emollient
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil*
Rich in antioxidants and linoleic acid, it helps to moisturize and protect the skin.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing, antioxidant protection
Antioxidant
Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract
A botanical extract with potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, known to help calm skin.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection, calming skin
Soothing Agent
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract*
Known for its anti-inflammatory and calming properties, it helps to soothe irritated skin.
Usually helps with
Calming redness, soothing irritation
Soothing Agent
Borago Officinalis (Borage) Leaf Extract*
Contains gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), which has anti-inflammatory properties that can help calm the skin.
Usually helps with
Calming inflammation, soothing skin
Soothing Agent
Calendula Officinalis (Calendula) Flower Extract*
Provides anti-inflammatory and skin-soothing benefits.
Usually helps with
Calming redness, reducing irritation
Soothing Agent
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Extract*
Known for its calming and soothing properties, it can help reduce redness and irritation. However, some individuals can be sensitive to lavender.
Usually helps with
Calming skin, reducing redness
Watch for
Potential for sensitivity in some individuals.
Antioxidant
Medicago Sativa (Alfalfa) Extract*
Rich in vitamins and minerals, it provides antioxidant benefits and can help condition the skin.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection, skin conditioning
Emollient
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Oil
Contains ceramides and fatty acids that help to moisturize, soothe, and support the skin barrier.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing, soothing, barrier support
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil*
Rich in linoleic acid, it helps to moisturize and support the skin barrier.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing, barrier support
A fatty acid ester that acts as an emollient, softening and smoothing the skin.
Usually helps with
Softening, smoothing skin
Emulsifier
Sorbitan Palmitate
An emulsifier that helps to blend oil and water ingredients, contributing to the creamy texture.
Usually helps with
Texture, emulsification
Emulsifier
Cetearyl Olivate
Derived from olive oil, it acts as a natural emulsifier and skin conditioner, helping to create a smooth texture.
Usually helps with
Emulsification, skin conditioning
Emulsifier
Sorbitan Olivate
Also derived from olive oil, it works with Cetearyl Olivate to create a stable emulsion and provide skin-conditioning benefits.
Usually helps with
Emulsification, skin conditioning
Preservative
Sodium Anisate
A salt of anisic acid, it has antimicrobial properties that help preserve the product.
Usually helps with
Preservation
Emulsifier
Glyceryl Caprylate
A multifunctional ingredient that acts as an emulsifier, emollient, and preservative booster.
Usually helps with
Emulsification, skin conditioning, preservation
Used to adjust the pH of the formula for optimal stability and skin compatibility.
Usually helps with
pH adjustment
pH Adjuster
Sodium Citrate
A salt of citric acid, used to buffer and adjust the pH of the product.
Usually helps with
pH adjustment
Preservative
Sodium Levulinate
A salt of levulinic acid, it contributes to the preservation system of the product.
Usually helps with
Preservation
A natural gum that acts as a thickener and stabilizer, contributing to the product's texture.
Usually helps with
Texture, stability