The base of the formulation, dissolving other ingredients.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Draws moisture into the skin, keeping it hydrated and soft.
Usually helps with
All skin types, especially dry
Helps improve skin barrier function, reduce inflammation, and even out skin tone. Can be beneficial for oil control and minimizing pores.
Usually helps with
All skin types, especially acne-prone, oily, and mature
Watch for
Some individuals may experience mild flushing or irritation, especially at higher concentrations.
Surfactant
Isopropyl Lauroyl Sarcosinate
A mild surfactant that can help with cleansing and emulsification.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can be mildly irritating for very sensitive skin.
A humectant that helps improve the absorption of other ingredients and provides hydration.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Fragrance Ingredient
Triethyl Citrate
Used as a solvent and fragrance ingredient. Can have some antioxidant properties.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can be a skin irritant for some individuals.
Antioxidant
Brassica Oleracea Acephala Leaf Extract
Kale extract, rich in antioxidants that help protect the skin from environmental damage.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Antioxidant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Green tea extract, known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Soothing Agent
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract/Matricaria Flower Extract
Chamomile extract, known for its calming and anti-inflammatory benefits.
Usually helps with
Sensitive, irritated skin
Watch for
Rare allergic reactions in individuals sensitive to the Asteraceae family.
Antioxidant
Medicago Sativa Extract/Alfalfa Extract
Alfalfa extract, contains vitamins and minerals that can benefit the skin.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Antioxidant
Spinacia Oleracea/Spinach Leaf Extract
Spinach extract, rich in vitamins and antioxidants.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Skin-Conditioning Agent
Adenosine
A soothing and skin-restoring ingredient that can help with anti-aging.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Skin-Conditioning Agent
Alteromonas Ferment Extract
A marine ferment extract that can help hydrate and soothe the skin.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Antioxidant
Ascorbyl Glucoside
A stable derivative of Vitamin C that provides antioxidant protection and can help brighten skin tone.
Usually helps with
Dull skin, uneven tone
Watch for
Can cause mild tingling or irritation in some individuals.
Derived from chamomile, it has anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Usually helps with
Sensitive, irritated skin
Exfoliant
Capryloyl Salicylic Acid
A lipo-hydroxy acid (LHA) that exfoliates the skin, particularly effective in oily and acne-prone skin. It's oil-soluble, allowing it to penetrate pores.
Usually helps with
Oily, acne-prone skin
Watch for
Can cause dryness, peeling, or irritation, especially when first introduced or used with other exfoliants.
A dipeptide with antioxidant and anti-glycation properties, which can help protect the skin from damage.
Usually helps with
Mature skin, anti-aging
Skin-Conditioning Agent
Hydroxypalmitoyl Sphinganine
A synthetic ceramide precursor that helps reinforce the skin barrier and improve hydration.
Usually helps with
Dry, compromised skin
Antioxidant
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
A synthetic antioxidant used to protect the formula from degradation.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
The salt form of hyaluronic acid, it attracts and retains moisture in the skin, providing hydration and plumping.
Usually helps with
All skin types, especially dehydrated
pH Adjuster
Sodium Hydroxide
Used to adjust the pH of the product to ensure stability and efficacy.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can be irritating in high concentrations, but used in small amounts here.
Antioxidant
Taraxacum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract-Dandelion Rhizome/Root Extract
Dandelion root extract, rich in antioxidants and vitamins that can benefit skin health.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Chelating Agent
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Helps to stabilize the formula by binding to metal ions.
Usually helps with
All skin types
A form of Vitamin E, it protects the skin from oxidative damage and has moisturizing properties.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Emollient
Brassica Oleracea Italica Seed Oil/Broccoli Seed Oil
A rich emollient that provides hydration and contains fatty acids beneficial for the skin.
Usually helps with
Dry, normal skin
Watch for
Can be comedogenic for some acne-prone individuals.
Skin-Conditioning Agent
Ceramide NP
A type of ceramide that helps restore and maintain the skin's natural barrier function, improving hydration and preventing moisture loss.
Usually helps with
Dry, sensitive, compromised skin
Opacifying Agent
Boron Nitride
Used to improve the texture and slip of the product, and can provide a soft-focus effect.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Soothing Agent
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Derived from licorice root, it has anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Usually helps with
Sensitive, irritated skin
Thickener
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer
A synthetic polymer used to thicken the formula and improve texture.
Usually helps with
All skin types
A humectant that helps draw moisture to the skin and improves product texture.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can be irritating for some very sensitive skin types.
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
A fatty alcohol that acts as an emollient and thickener, helping to soften and smooth the skin.
Usually helps with
Dry, normal skin
Watch for
Generally well-tolerated, but can be comedogenic for some acne-prone individuals.
Emulsifier
Cetearyl Glucoside
A plant-derived emulsifier that helps blend oil and water ingredients.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Colorant
CI 77891/Titanium Dioxide
A white mineral pigment used for color and opacity. Also provides UV protection.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
An emollient that provides a smooth feel but can be occlusive and potentially comedogenic for some.
Usually helps with
Dry skin
Watch for
Can clog pores for acne-prone individuals.
A plant-derived polysaccharide used as a thickening agent.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Emulsifier
Glyceryl Stearate
An emulsifier and emollient that helps to moisturize and soften the skin.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Emulsifier
PEG-100 Stearate
A polyethylene glycol derivative used as an emulsifier. Can be a skin irritant for some.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can be a skin irritant for some individuals, especially those with compromised skin barriers.
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
A humectant that provides hydration and helps preserve the product.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Opacifying Agent
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
A synthetic mica used to improve texture and provide a smooth feel.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Opacifying Agent
Tin Oxide
Used to create pearlescent effects and improve texture.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Emulsifier
Trihydroxystearin
A thickening and emulsifying agent that helps stabilize the formula.
Usually helps with
All skin types
A natural polysaccharide used to thicken and stabilize the formula.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Colorant
CI 77288/Chromium Oxide Greens
A green pigment used for color.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Preservative
Chlorphenesin
A preservative that helps prevent microbial growth in the product.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in some individuals.
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
A common preservative used to prevent bacterial contamination.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in some individuals.
Fragrance
Parfum/Fragrance
Adds scent to the product. Can be a common cause of skin irritation and allergic reactions.
Watch for
Can cause irritation, redness, and allergic reactions, especially for sensitive skin.