The base of the formula.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Draws moisture into the skin, keeping it hydrated and supple.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Dryness
Emollient
Cyclohexasiloxane
A silicone that provides a smooth, silky feel and helps with product spreadability. Can be occlusive.
Usually helps with
Texture, Emollience
Watch for
May not be suitable for acne-prone skin if it causes congestion.
Emollient
Hydrogenated Polydecene
A synthetic emollient that softens and smooths the skin.
Usually helps with
Emollience, Softening
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
A humectant that also helps to dissolve other ingredients. Can be a mild irritant for some.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Solvent
Watch for
Potential for mild irritation.
Emollient
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
A rich, nourishing oil that mimics the skin's natural sebum.
Usually helps with
Dryness, Nourishment
A solvent and humectant that also has antimicrobial properties.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Preservation
Emollient
Triethylhexanoin
A synthetic emollient that softens and smooths the skin.
Usually helps with
Emollience, Softening
Emulsifier
Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane
A silicone-based emulsifier that helps blend oil and water ingredients, contributing to a smooth texture.
Usually helps with
Texture, Emulsification
A fatty alcohol that softens and smooths the skin, and acts as an emulsifier.
Usually helps with
Emollience, Texture
Emulsifier
Glyceryl Stearate
An emulsifier and emollient that helps to create a smooth texture and prevent water loss.
Usually helps with
Emulsification, Emollience
Emulsifier
PEG-40 Stearate
A polyethylene glycol derivative that acts as an emulsifier and surfactant. Can be drying for some.
Usually helps with
Emulsification
Watch for
Potential for dryness or irritation in sensitive individuals.
Emollient
Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
A synthetic emollient that provides a smooth feel and helps to moisturize the skin.
Usually helps with
Emollience, Softening
Soothing Agent
Symphytum Officinale Leaf Extract
Comfrey extract, known for its soothing and healing properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, Calming
Soothing Agent
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract
Oat extract is known for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, Calming, Anti-inflammatory
Soothing Agent
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Calendula extract has anti-inflammatory and wound-healing properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, Calming, Healing
Antioxidant
Nepeta Cataria Extract
Catnip extract, which contains antioxidants that can help protect the skin.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
Antioxidant
Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Leaf Extract
Raspberry leaf extract is rich in antioxidants.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
Antioxidant
Baptisia Tinctoria Root Extract
Wild indigo root extract, which has antioxidant properties.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
Soothing Agent
Stellaria Media (Chickweed) Extract
Chickweed extract is known for its soothing and anti-inflammatory benefits.
Usually helps with
Soothing, Calming
Antioxidant
Alchemilla Vulgaris Leaf Extract
Lady's mantle extract, rich in antioxidants and tannins.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection, Skin conditioning
Soothing Agent
Viola Tricolor Extract
Pansy extract, known for its soothing and moisturizing properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, Hydration
Soothing Agent
Rosa Damascena Flower Extract
Rose extract, known for its calming and hydrating properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, Hydration, Calming
Antioxidant
Spiraea Ulmaria Flower Extract
Meadowsweet extract, which has antioxidant and astringent properties.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection, Skin conditioning
Soothing Agent
Althaea Officinalis Root Extract
Marshmallow root extract, known for its soothing and hydrating benefits.
Usually helps with
Soothing, Hydration
Soothing Agent
Euphrasia Officinalis Extract
Eyebright extract, traditionally used for its soothing properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, Calming
Antioxidant
Thuja Occidentalis Leaf Extract
Arborvitae leaf extract, which contains antioxidants.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
Soothing Agent
Achillea Millefolium Flower Extract
Yarrow extract, known for its anti-inflammatory and skin-conditioning properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, Anti-inflammatory, Skin conditioning
Antioxidant
Trifolium Pratense (Clover) Flower Extract
Red clover extract, which has antioxidant and skin-conditioning benefits.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection, Skin conditioning
Antioxidant
Menyanthes Trifoliata Leaf Extract
Buckbean leaf extract, rich in antioxidants.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
Exfoliant
Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract
Contains salicylic acid (a BHA) which can help exfoliate and clarify pores. Can be irritating for some.
Usually helps with
Exfoliation, Pore clearing
Watch for
Potential for irritation or dryness, especially if using other exfoliants.
Antioxidant
Poncirus Trifoliata Fruit Extract
A citrus extract that provides antioxidant benefits.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
Humectant
Imperata Cylindrica Root Extract
A plant extract known for its ability to retain moisture.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Emulsifier
C14-22 Alcohols
Fatty alcohols that help to emulsify the formula and provide a smooth texture.
Usually helps with
Emulsification, Texture
A stable, plant-derived lipid that mimics the skin's natural sebum, providing excellent moisturization and barrier support.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Barrier support, Emollience
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
A rich butter that deeply moisturizes and softens the skin.
Usually helps with
Dryness, Nourishment, Emollience
Watch for
Can be heavy for very oily skin types.
Emulsifier
Arachidyl Glucoside
A non-ionic emulsifier derived from sugar and fatty alcohol, helping to blend oil and water.
Usually helps with
Emulsification
Skin-Replenishing
Ceramide Np
A lipid that is a key component of the skin barrier, helping to restore and maintain its integrity and hydration.
Usually helps with
Barrier support, Hydration, Dryness
Skin-Replenishing
Cholesterol
A lipid that works with ceramides to strengthen the skin barrier and improve moisture retention.
Usually helps with
Barrier support, Hydration
A humectant that also acts as a preservative booster and skin-conditioning agent.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Skin conditioning
Peptide
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
A peptide that helps to visibly reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by relaxing facial muscles.
Usually helps with
Anti-aging, Fine lines
Vitamin E, an antioxidant that protects the skin from free radical damage.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection, Skin conditioning
Pro-vitamin B5, a humectant that moisturizes, soothes, and improves skin texture.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Soothing, Skin conditioning
Buffering Agent
Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid
A buffering agent that helps maintain the pH of the formula.
Usually helps with
pH balance
A humectant that helps to attract and retain moisture in the skin. Can be exfoliating in higher concentrations.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Dryness
Watch for
May cause mild stinging if skin is compromised.
Skin-Replenishing
Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate
A fermented ingredient that can help to improve skin hydration and texture.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Skin conditioning
Antioxidant
Viscum Album (Mistletoe) Extract
Mistletoe extract, which has antioxidant properties.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
Humectant
Glycosyl Trehalose
A sugar that helps to retain moisture and protect skin cells from dehydration.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Skin-Replenishing
Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract
A fermented soybean extract that can help to improve skin texture and hydration.
Usually helps with
Skin conditioning, Hydration
A fatty acid that acts as an emulsifier and emollient, helping to smooth and soften the skin.
Usually helps with
Emulsification, Emollience
Buffering Agent
Tromethamine
A buffering agent used to adjust and maintain the pH of the product.
Usually helps with
pH balance
Emulsifier
PEG-100 Stearate
A polyethylene glycol derivative that acts as an emulsifier and surfactant. Can be drying for some.
Usually helps with
Emulsification
Watch for
Potential for dryness or irritation in sensitive individuals.
Emulsifier
Cetearyl Olivate
An emulsifier derived from olive oil and cetearyl alcohol, helping to blend oil and water and providing a smooth texture.
Usually helps with
Emulsification, Texture
A fatty acid that acts as an emulsifier and emollient.
Usually helps with
Emulsification, Emollience
Emulsifier
Sorbitan Olivate
An emulsifier derived from olive oil and sorbitan, helping to blend oil and water and providing a smooth texture.
Usually helps with
Emulsification, Texture
Emulsifier
Hydrogenated Lecithin
A modified form of lecithin that acts as an emulsifier and skin-conditioning agent.
Usually helps with
Emulsification, Skin conditioning
Thickener
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
A synthetic polymer used to thicken the formula and improve texture. Can be a mild irritant for some.
Usually helps with
Texture, Thickening
Watch for
Potential for mild irritation.
Silicone
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
A silicone elastomer that provides a smooth, velvety feel and can help to create a protective barrier on the skin.
Usually helps with
Texture, Barrier effect
Watch for
Some individuals may find silicones pore-clogging.
A synthetic polymer used to thicken the formula. Can be a mild irritant for some.
Usually helps with
Texture, Thickening
Watch for
Potential for mild irritation.
Humectant
Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate
A sugar alcohol that acts as a humectant, attracting and retaining moisture.
Usually helps with
Hydration
A natural polysaccharide used to thicken the formula and improve its texture.
Usually helps with
Texture, Thickening
Chelating Agent
Trisodium EDTA
A chelating agent that helps to improve the stability and performance of the formula.
Usually helps with
Product stability
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
A fatty alcohol that softens and smooths the skin, and acts as an emulsifier.
Usually helps with
Emollience, Texture
A humectant that helps to draw moisture into the skin and improve product texture.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Texture
A silicone that provides a smooth, silky feel and helps to create a protective barrier on the skin. Can be occlusive.
Usually helps with
Texture, Emollience
Watch for
May not be suitable for acne-prone skin if it causes congestion.
Emulsifier
Sorbitan Stearate
An emulsifier that helps to blend oil and water ingredients.
Usually helps with
Emulsification
Fragrance
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil
Adds a natural fragrance. Can be a photosensitizer and irritant for some.
Usually helps with
Fragrance
Watch for
Potential for photosensitivity and irritation.
Fragrance
Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Oil
Adds a natural fragrance. Can be a photosensitizer and irritant for some.
Usually helps with
Fragrance
Watch for
Potential for photosensitivity and irritation.
Fragrance
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil
Adds a natural fragrance. Can be a skin irritant for some.
Usually helps with
Fragrance
Watch for
Potential for irritation.
Fragrance
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Adds a natural fragrance. Can be a skin irritant for some.
Usually helps with
Fragrance
Watch for
Potential for irritation.
A component of citrus peel oils, used for fragrance. Can be a skin irritant and allergen.
Usually helps with
Fragrance
Watch for
Potential for irritation and allergic reactions.
A component of essential oils, used for fragrance. Can be a skin irritant and allergen.
Usually helps with
Fragrance
Watch for
Potential for irritation and allergic reactions.
A component of essential oils, used for fragrance. Can be a skin irritant and allergen.
Usually helps with
Fragrance
Watch for
Potential for irritation and allergic reactions.
A component of citrus oils, used for fragrance. Can be a skin irritant and allergen.
Usually helps with
Fragrance
Watch for
Potential for irritation and allergic reactions.
A component of essential oils, used for fragrance. Can be a skin irritant and allergen.
Usually helps with
Fragrance
Watch for
Potential for irritation and allergic reactions.