The base for most skincare formulations.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Solvent
Dipropylene Glycol
Helps to dissolve other ingredients and can improve product texture.
Usually helps with
Texture enhancement
Watch for
Can be irritating for some sensitive skin types in high concentrations.
A classic humectant that draws moisture to the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Emollient
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
Softens and smooths the skin, improving texture.
Usually helps with
Soothing, softening
A multi-tasking ingredient that helps with barrier function, redness, and tone.
Usually helps with
Redness, barrier support, tone
Watch for
Generally well-tolerated, but can cause flushing in very sensitive individuals.
Provides texture and viscosity to the formula.
Usually helps with
Texture
Thickener
Ceratonia Siliqua (Carob) Gum
A plant-derived gum used for thickening and stabilizing formulations.
Usually helps with
Texture
Emulsifier
Chondrus Crispus
A type of seaweed extract that can act as a thickener and emulsifier.
Usually helps with
Texture, stabilization
A moisturizing ingredient derived from sugar beets.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Pro-vitamin B5, known for its hydrating and soothing properties.
Usually helps with
Hydration, soothing, barrier support
Antioxidant
Hydroxyacetophenone
A synthetic antioxidant that helps protect the formula and skin.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Olivate
A derivative of olive oil that softens and conditions the skin.
Usually helps with
Emollience, softening
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
A rich emollient that moisturizes and conditions the skin.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing, softening
Watch for
Can be comedogenic for some acne-prone individuals.
Viscosity controlling agent
Potassium Chloride
Used to adjust the thickness of the product.
Usually helps with
Texture
A skin-conditioning agent that also acts as a preservative booster.
Usually helps with
Hydration, preservation
A solvent and humectant that helps ingredients penetrate the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration, penetration enhancement
Watch for
Can be irritating for some sensitive skin types.
A plant-derived ingredient used to thicken formulations.
Usually helps with
Texture
A solvent and humectant with antimicrobial properties.
Usually helps with
Hydration, preservation
Sugar that can attract and retain moisture.
Usually helps with
Hydration
A synthetic polymer used to thicken cosmetic products.
Usually helps with
Texture
Thickener
Sodium Acrylates Copolymer
A synthetic polymer that helps thicken and stabilize the formula.
Usually helps with
Texture
Emulsifier
Glyceryl Stearate
An emulsifier that helps mix oil and water, also has emollient properties.
Usually helps with
Emulsification, emollience
A polysaccharide derived from brown algae, used as a thickener.
Usually helps with
Texture
Emulsifier
Chondrus Crispus Extract
Extract from Irish moss, used as a thickener and emulsifier.
Usually helps with
Texture, stabilization
A polysaccharide derived from the konjac root, used as a thickening agent.
Usually helps with
Texture
Emulsifier
Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate
An emulsifier derived from glycerin and oleic acid.
Usually helps with
Emulsification
Humectant
Ethylhexylglycerin
A skin-conditioning agent and preservative booster.
Usually helps with
Hydration, preservation
Active
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Smaller molecules of hyaluronic acid that can penetrate deeper into the skin for hydration.
Usually helps with
Deep hydration
Emollient
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
A synthetic emollient that provides a smooth feel.
Usually helps with
Emollience, texture
A skin-restoring ingredient that can help with signs of aging.
Usually helps with
Skin soothing, anti-aging
Skin conditioning agent
Pyrus Communis (Pear) Fruit Extract
Extract from pear fruit, known for its moisturizing properties.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing
Chelating agent
Disodium EDTA
Helps to improve the stability and efficacy of the product by binding to metal ions.
Usually helps with
Product stability
Watch for
Can enhance penetration of other ingredients, which may be a concern if those ingredients are irritating.
Emulsifier
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
A gentle emulsifier derived from glycerin and lauric acid.
Usually helps with
Emulsification
Skin conditioning agent
Rosa Damascena Flower Water
Rose water, known for its soothing and hydrating properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, hydration
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
An emollient that softens and smooths the skin.
Usually helps with
Emollience, softening
Watch for
Can be comedogenic for some acne-prone individuals.
Soothes and protects the skin, promoting healing.
Usually helps with
Soothing, healing
Skin conditioning agent
Iris Florentina Root Extract
An extract from the iris flower, known for its antioxidant and skin-conditioning benefits.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant, skin conditioning
Emulsifier
Sorbitan Isostearate
An emulsifier that helps to blend oil and water.
Usually helps with
Emulsification
Skin conditioning agent
Cucumis Melo (Melon) Fruit Extract
Extract from melon fruit, providing antioxidants and hydration.
Usually helps with
Hydration, antioxidant
Emulsifier
Hydrogenated Lecithin
A modified form of lecithin that acts as an emulsifier and skin conditioner.
Usually helps with
Emulsification, skin conditioning
Skin conditioning agent
Hedera Helix (Ivy) Leaf/Stem Extract
Extract from ivy, known for its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, anti-inflammatory
A carbohydrate that can help retain moisture.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
A fatty alcohol that softens and smooths the skin, also acts as an emulsifier.
Usually helps with
Emollience, texture
Watch for
Generally considered safe, but can be drying for some.
A fatty acid that helps stabilize emulsions and provides emollient properties.
Usually helps with
Emulsification, emollience
A salt form of hyaluronic acid that attracts and holds moisture.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Active
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Derived from licorice root, it has anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, anti-inflammatory
Skin conditioning agent
Collagen Extract
A protein that can help hydrate and improve skin's appearance.
Usually helps with
Hydration, skin appearance
Watch for
Not a true anti-aging ingredient as it cannot penetrate to rebuild collagen.
Skin conditioning agent
Coriandrum Sativum (Coriander) Extract
Extract from coriander seeds, known for its antioxidant properties.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant
Skin conditioning agent
Foeniculum Vulgare (Fennel) Seed Extract
Extract from fennel seeds, offering antioxidant benefits.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant
Skin conditioning agent
Elettaria Cardamomum Seed Extract
Extract from cardamom seeds, providing antioxidant properties.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant
Skin conditioning agent
Crocus Sativus Flower Extract
Saffron extract, known for its antioxidant and skin-brightening properties.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant, brightening
Active
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
A derivative of hyaluronic acid that binds to the skin for sustained hydration.
Usually helps with
Sustained hydration
A lipid that helps restore and maintain the skin's natural barrier.
Usually helps with
Barrier repair, hydration
Vitamin E, an antioxidant that protects skin from free radical damage.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
Watch for
Can be beneficial for dry skin.
A type of ceramide that is crucial for skin barrier function.
Usually helps with
Barrier repair
A lipid that helps support the skin barrier and retain moisture.
Usually helps with
Barrier support, emollience
Active
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
A modified form of hyaluronic acid with enhanced skin penetration and retention.
Usually helps with
Deep hydration, skin retention
A lipid that plays a role in skin barrier function and has anti-inflammatory properties.
Usually helps with
Barrier repair, anti-inflammatory
A ceramide that helps strengthen the skin barrier and improve hydration.
Usually helps with
Barrier repair, hydration
A type of ceramide that contributes to skin barrier integrity.
Usually helps with
Barrier integrity
A powerful humectant that draws moisture to the skin, plumping and hydrating.
Usually helps with
Hydration, plumping
Active
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
A smaller molecular weight version of sodium hyaluronate for deeper hydration.
Usually helps with
Deep hydration
Active
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
A cross-linked form of hyaluronic acid that provides long-lasting hydration.
Usually helps with
Long-lasting hydration
Active
Potassium Hyaluronate
A salt form of hyaluronic acid that helps maintain skin hydration.
Usually helps with
Hydration
A ceramide that plays a role in skin barrier function and lipid structure.
Usually helps with
Barrier function