The base of the formula, dissolving other ingredients.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Draws moisture to the skin, helping to keep it hydrated and soft.
Usually helps with
Dry, dehydrated skin
Emollient
Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate
A derivative of olive oil that helps to soften and smooth the skin.
Usually helps with
Dry, normal skin
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
A skin-conditioning agent derived from coconut oil and glycerin that helps to replenish the skin's surface.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Humectant/Solvent
Butylene Glycol
A humectant that draws moisture to the skin, and also acts as a solvent.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can be a mild irritant for very sensitive skin
Emollient/Emulsifier
Cetearyl Alcohol
A fatty alcohol that helps to soften and smooth skin, and also aids in stabilizing the product's texture.
Usually helps with
Dry, normal skin
Watch for
Can be a mild irritant for very sensitive skin
Emulsifier
Cetearyl Glucoside
A gentle emulsifier derived from coconut and corn that helps to blend oil and water components.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Emollient
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
A light emollient derived from coconut alcohol and fatty acids, providing a smooth feel.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Emollient
Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil
A nourishing oil rich in antioxidants and fatty acids.
Usually helps with
Dry, normal skin
Watch for
Can be comedogenic for acne-prone skin
Emollient
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil
A lightweight oil rich in antioxidants, known for its skin-conditioning properties.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Emollient/Soothing
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter Extract
A rich butter known for its moisturizing and skin-soothing properties.
Usually helps with
Dry, mature skin
Watch for
Can be heavy for oily skin
Humectant/Solvent
Propanediol
A plant-derived humectant that enhances skin hydration and helps other ingredients penetrate.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Active
Palmitoyl Grapevine Shoot Extract
A patented ingredient from Caudalie, rich in antioxidants, targeting signs of aging.
Usually helps with
Mature skin, anti-aging
Active
Palmitoyl Grape Seed Extract
A potent antioxidant from grape seeds, known for its anti-aging and protective benefits.
Usually helps with
Mature skin, anti-aging
Emollient
Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables
Derived from olive oil, it helps to moisturize and condition the skin.
Usually helps with
Dry, normal skin
Emollient/Emulsifier
Pentaerythrityl Distearate
A synthetic emollient that helps to soften and smooth the skin.
Usually helps with
Dry, normal skin
Emulsifier
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
An emulsifier that helps to create a stable cream texture.
Usually helps with
All skin types
A gelling agent used to thicken formulations and improve texture.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can be irritating in high concentrations, but typically safe in cosmetics
Humectant/Preservative Booster
Caprylyl Glycol
A skin-conditioning agent that also helps to preserve the product.
Usually helps with
All skin types
A natural thickening agent derived from fermented sugar, used to improve product texture.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
A smaller molecule form of hyaluronic acid that penetrates deeper to hydrate and plump the skin.
Usually helps with
All skin types, especially dehydrated
Antioxidant/Soothing
Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract
Known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, it can help soothe the skin.
Usually helps with
Sensitive, mature skin
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
A common preservative used to prevent microbial growth.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can be a mild irritant for some
Vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant that protects the skin from free radical damage.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
A rich oil high in linoleic acid, known for its moisturizing and barrier-supporting properties.
Usually helps with
Dry, normal skin
Skin-Conditioning
Adenosine
A naturally occurring compound that can help improve skin's appearance by smoothing wrinkles and improving elasticity.
Usually helps with
Mature skin, anti-aging
pH Adjuster
Sodium Hydroxide
Used to adjust the pH of the product to be compatible with skin.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can be irritating in high concentrations, but safe in cosmetic formulations
Chelating Agent
Sodium Phytate
A plant-derived ingredient that helps to stabilize the formula by binding to metal ions.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Active
Gleditsia Triacanthos Seed Extract
Contains sugars that provide an immediate tightening effect on the skin.
Usually helps with
All skin types, for a temporary smoothing effect
Watch for
Temporary tightening sensation
Fragrance
Aniba Rosodora Wood Extract
A natural fragrance component, often derived from rosewood.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can be a potential allergen for sensitive skin
Fragrance
Parfum (Fragrance)
Adds scent to the product.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can be a potential allergen or irritant for sensitive skin
Fragrance Component
Geraniol
A naturally occurring fragrance compound found in essential oils.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can be a potential allergen for sensitive skin
Fragrance Component
Linalool
A naturally occurring fragrance compound found in many plants and essential oils.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can be a potential allergen for sensitive skin
Fragrance Component
Citronellol
A naturally occurring fragrance compound found in rose and geranium oils.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can be a potential allergen for sensitive skin