The base for most skincare formulations.
Usually helps with
Hydration
A solvent and humectant that helps ingredients penetrate the skin and provides hydration.
Usually helps with
Hydration, improved texture
Emollient
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
An emollient that softens and smooths the skin.
Usually helps with
Softening skin
A plant-derived emollient that mimics skin's natural sebum, providing hydration and improving suppleness without greasiness.
Usually helps with
Hydration, softening skin
A humectant that draws moisture to the skin and improves product texture.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Emulsifier
Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate
An emulsifier that helps blend oil and water ingredients.
Usually helps with
Stable formulation
A humectant and preservative booster that also helps with skin conditioning.
Usually helps with
Hydration, preservation
A classic humectant that draws water into the skin, keeping it hydrated and soft.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
A fatty alcohol that acts as an emollient and emulsifier, softening and smoothing the skin.
Usually helps with
Softening skin
A form of Vitamin B3 that helps improve skin barrier function, reduce inflammation, and minimize the appearance of pores and uneven tone.
Usually helps with
Pores, tone, barrier support
Watch for
Can cause flushing or irritation in some individuals at higher concentrations.
A fatty acid that acts as an emollient, softening and smoothing the skin.
Usually helps with
Softening skin
A fatty acid that acts as an emollient and emulsifier, helping to stabilize the formula and soften the skin.
Usually helps with
Softening skin, formula stability
Emollient
Adansonia Digitata (Baobab) Seed Oil
A rich oil known for its moisturizing and antioxidant properties, helping to soften and nourish the skin.
Usually helps with
Dry skin, nourishment
Emulsifier
Glyceryl Stearate
An emulsifier and emollient that helps blend oil and water, and softens the skin.
Usually helps with
Formula stability, softening skin
Emollient
Vinyl Dimethicone
A silicone derivative that provides a smooth feel and can help create a protective barrier on the skin.
Usually helps with
Smooth texture, barrier feel
Watch for
Some individuals prefer to avoid silicones.
Emollient
Panax Ginseng Seed Oil
Nourishing oil from ginseng seeds, rich in antioxidants and fatty acids.
Usually helps with
Nourishment, antioxidant support
Active
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, it can help improve skin's firmness and elasticity.
Usually helps with
Firmness, elasticity, antioxidant
Active
Panax Ginseng Root Water
Water infused with ginseng root, providing antioxidant and soothing benefits.
Usually helps with
Soothing, antioxidant
Active
Hydrolyzed Ginseng Saponins
Derived from ginseng, these compounds can offer antioxidant and skin-conditioning benefits.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant, skin conditioning
Active
Lactobacillus/Rice Ferment
Fermented rice water can help brighten and hydrate the skin, and support a healthy skin microbiome.
Usually helps with
Brightening, hydration, microbiome support
A powerful humectant that attracts and holds moisture in the skin, plumping and hydrating.
Usually helps with
Hydration, plumping
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
A smaller molecular weight form of hyaluronic acid that can penetrate deeper into the skin for enhanced hydration.
Usually helps with
Deep hydration
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
A rich emollient known for its moisturizing and skin-conditioning properties.
Usually helps with
Dry skin, nourishment
Soothing
Centella Asiatica Extract
Also known as cica, it's renowned for its calming and skin-repairing properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, healing, barrier repair
A type of ceramide that helps restore and maintain the skin's natural barrier.
Usually helps with
Barrier repair, hydration
A type of ceramide that helps strengthen the skin barrier and prevent moisture loss.
Usually helps with
Barrier repair, hydration
A type of ceramide that supports skin barrier function and helps retain moisture.
Usually helps with
Barrier repair, hydration
A type of ceramide that is crucial for maintaining skin barrier integrity and hydration.
Usually helps with
Barrier repair, hydration
Antioxidant
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract
Contains antioxidants, but can be irritating for sensitive skin.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant
Watch for
Potential for irritation.
A component of Centella Asiatica, known for its soothing and wound-healing properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, healing
Another compound from Centella Asiatica, contributing to its calming and regenerative effects.
Usually helps with
Soothing, regeneration
A lipid that plays a role in skin barrier function and has anti-inflammatory properties.
Usually helps with
Barrier function, anti-inflammatory
The third key compound from Centella Asiatica, known for its soothing and antioxidant benefits.
Usually helps with
Soothing, antioxidant
A type of ceramide that is a key component of the skin's outer layer, vital for barrier function.
Usually helps with
Barrier repair, hydration
A form of Vitamin E, an antioxidant that protects the skin from free radical damage.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
A beneficial ingredient known for its anti-aging properties, helping to smooth wrinkles and improve skin elasticity.
Usually helps with
Anti-aging, smoothing
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
A more stable derivative of Vitamin E, offering antioxidant protection.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
Thickener
Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
A synthetic polymer used as a thickener and emulsifier, creating a smooth texture.
Usually helps with
Formula texture
A thickening agent used to create gel-like consistencies and stabilize emulsions.
Usually helps with
Formula texture
An emollient that provides a smooth, non-greasy feel and helps with spreadability.
Usually helps with
Smooth feel
Used to adjust the pH of the product.
Usually helps with
Formula stability
Emulsifier
Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate
An emulsifier that helps blend oil and water ingredients.
Usually helps with
Stable formulation
An emulsifier that helps mix oil and water, but can be a skin irritant for some.
Usually helps with
Formula stability
Watch for
Potential for irritation.
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
A skin-conditioning agent and preservative booster.
Usually helps with
Preservation
Emulsifier
Sorbitan Oleate
An emulsifier that helps blend oil and water ingredients.
Usually helps with
Formula stability
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
A lightweight emollient derived from coconut oil and glycerin, known for its skin-softening properties.
Usually helps with
Softening skin, hydration
Antioxidant
Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Extract
Contains antioxidants that can help protect the skin.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant
Chelating Agent
Disodium EDTA
A chelating agent that helps improve the stability and efficacy of the formula.
Usually helps with
Formula stability
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
The salt form of hyaluronic acid, a powerful humectant that draws moisture to the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Active
Phellinus Linteus Extract
A mushroom extract with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory
Emulsifier
Hydrogenated Lecithin
A modified form of lecithin that acts as an emulsifier and skin-conditioning agent.
Usually helps with
Formula stability, skin conditioning
A carbohydrate that can help with hydration and improve skin feel.
Usually helps with
Hydration
A lipid that is a natural component of the skin barrier, helping to reinforce it and retain moisture.
Usually helps with
Barrier repair, hydration
Fragrance
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
A natural fragrance ingredient derived from geranium flowers. Can be a potential irritant for sensitive skin.
Watch for
Potential for irritation and photosensitivity.
A fragrance component found naturally in essential oils. Can be a potential irritant.
Watch for
Potential for skin irritation and allergic reactions.
A fragrance component found naturally in essential oils. Can be a potential irritant.
Watch for
Potential for skin irritation and allergic reactions.
A fragrance component found naturally in essential oils. Can be a potential irritant.
Watch for
Potential for skin irritation and allergic reactions.