A fatty alcohol that helps to soften and smooth the skin, improving texture and reducing water loss.
Usually helps with
Dryness, smoothing
Watch for
Generally well-tolerated.
Emollient
Dipentaerythrityl Pentaisostearate
A synthetic ester that provides a smooth, non-greasy feel and helps to condition the skin.
Usually helps with
Texture, conditioning
Watch for
Generally well-tolerated.
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Derived from coconut oil and glycerin, it's an excellent emollient and skin-replenishing ingredient.
Usually helps with
Dryness, barrier support
Lipids combined with carbohydrates, they help to moisturize and strengthen the skin's barrier.
Usually helps with
Hydration, barrier function
Watch for
Generally well-tolerated.
Emollient
Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides
A mixture of mono-, di-, and triglycerides of fatty acids from coconut oil, providing emollience and texture.
Usually helps with
Softening, smoothing
Watch for
Generally well-tolerated.
Emollient
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
An emollient ester that provides a smooth, silky feel and helps to condition the skin.
Usually helps with
Texture, softening
Watch for
Generally well-tolerated.
Emollient
Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
A plant-derived ingredient that acts as an emollient and can help improve skin texture.
Usually helps with
Smoothing, conditioning
Watch for
Potential for sensitivity in some individuals.
Emulsifier
Diisostearoyl Polyglyceryl-3 Dimer Dilinoleate
A synthetic emulsifier and emollient that helps to stabilize the formula and provide a smooth feel.
Usually helps with
Texture, formula stability
Watch for
Generally well-tolerated.
Provides structure and texture to the product, helping it to hold its shape.
Usually helps with
Product texture
Emollient
Isotridecyl Isononanoate
A synthetic emollient that provides a light, non-greasy feel and helps to condition the skin.
Usually helps with
Lightweight feel, conditioning
Watch for
Generally well-tolerated.
Wax
Microcrystalline Wax\Cera Microcristallina\Cire Microcristalline
A type of wax that helps to give the product structure and consistency.
Usually helps with
Product texture
Film Former
Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer
A synthetic polymer that can help to form a film on the skin, providing a smooth feel and improving wear.
Usually helps with
Texture, wear
Watch for
Generally well-tolerated.
Wax
Hydrogenated Microcrystalline Wax
A modified form of microcrystalline wax that contributes to the product's texture and stability.
Usually helps with
Product texture
Vitamin E, an antioxidant that helps protect the skin from environmental damage and provides moisturizing benefits.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection, hydration
Watch for
Generally well-tolerated.
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
An ester that acts as an emollient and solvent, but can be comedogenic for some and may cause irritation.
Usually helps with
Smoothing
Watch for
Can be comedogenic for acne-prone skin; potential for irritation.
Emulsifier
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
An emulsifier derived from castor oil, helping to blend oil and water components in the formula.
Usually helps with
Formula stability
Watch for
Generally well-tolerated.
Opacifier
Dicalcium Phosphate
Used to impart color and opacity to the product.
Viscosity Increasing Agent
Stearalkonium Hectorite
A clay derivative used to thicken the formula and improve its texture.
Usually helps with
Texture
A phospholipid that acts as an emulsifier and skin-conditioning agent, helping to stabilize the formula and moisturize.
Usually helps with
Emulsification, skin conditioning
Watch for
Generally well-tolerated.
Emulsifier
Polyhydroxystearic Acid
An emulsifier that helps to disperse pigments and improve the texture of the product.
Usually helps with
Pigment dispersion, texture
Watch for
Generally well-tolerated.
Solvent
Propylene Carbonate
A solvent that can help to dissolve other ingredients, but can be irritating to some.
Usually helps with
Solvency
Watch for
Potential for irritation.
Emollient
Isopropyl Myristate
A synthetic emollient that can be comedogenic and may cause irritation for sensitive skin.
Usually helps with
Smoothing
Watch for
Can be comedogenic; potential for irritation.
A fatty acid that acts as an emollient and emulsifier, helping to soften and smooth the skin.
Usually helps with
Softening, smoothing
Watch for
Generally well-tolerated.
Fragrance
Fragrance (Parfum)
Adds scent to the product. Can be a common cause of skin irritation and allergic reactions.
Watch for
Potential for irritation and allergic reactions.
Fragrance
Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil
Essential oil from orange peel, used for fragrance. Can be phototoxic and a potential irritant.
Watch for
Potential for phototoxicity and irritation.
Fragrance
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil
Essential oil from lemon peel, used for fragrance. Can be phototoxic and a potential irritant.
Watch for
Potential for phototoxicity and irritation.
Preservative
Benzyl Alcohol
A preservative and solvent that can also act as a fragrance component. Can cause allergic reactions and irritation.
Usually helps with
Preservation
Watch for
Potential for allergic reactions and irritation.
A chemical compound used as a fragrance ingredient and solvent. Can cause skin irritation and allergic reactions.
Watch for
Potential for irritation and allergic reactions.
A synthetic flavoring agent that provides a vanilla scent. Can cause allergic reactions in some individuals.
Watch for
Potential for allergic reactions.
A common fragrance ingredient derived from citrus peels. Can cause allergic reactions and is a potential skin irritant.
Watch for
Potential for allergic reactions and irritation.
Antioxidant
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
A synthetic antioxidant that helps to prevent the oxidation of other ingredients in the formula.
Usually helps with
Formula stability
Watch for
Generally well-tolerated.
Colorant
Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891)
A white pigment used to provide color and opacity.
Colorant
Yellow 6 Lake (Ci 15985)
A synthetic yellow pigment. Some individuals may be sensitive to artificial colorants.
Watch for
Potential for sensitivity in some individuals.
Colorant
Iron Oxides (Ci 77499)
Mineral-derived pigments used to provide color.
Colorant
Red 7 Lake (Ci 15850)
A synthetic red pigment. Some individuals may be sensitive to artificial colorants.
Watch for
Potential for sensitivity in some individuals.