The primary ingredient, serving as the base for the formulation.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Emollient
Cetearyl Isononanoate
Softens and smooths the skin.
Usually helps with
Dryness
Emollient
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
Provides a smooth, non-greasy feel on the skin.
Usually helps with
Texture
Draws moisture to the skin, keeping it hydrated.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Emollient/Emulsifier
Cetearyl Alcohol
Helps to moisturize and thicken the product.
Usually helps with
Moisture
Humectant/Solvent
Propanediol
A hydrating ingredient that also helps other ingredients penetrate the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Antioxidant/Skin Brightener
Ascorbyl Glucoside
A stable form of Vitamin C that helps brighten skin and fight free radicals.
Usually helps with
Uneven tone, antioxidant protection
Watch for
Can be irritating for some sensitive skin types
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
Deeply moisturizes and nourishes the skin.
Usually helps with
Dryness, nourishment
Emollient
Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides
Helps to soften and smooth the skin.
Usually helps with
Softness
Occlusive/Emollient
Dimethicone
Forms a barrier on the skin to prevent moisture loss and gives a smooth feel.
Usually helps with
Smoothing, moisture retention
Watch for
Can potentially clog pores for acne-prone individuals
Emulsifier/Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Helps to mix oil and water, and softens the skin.
Usually helps with
Texture, moisture
Emulsifier
PEG-100 Stearate
Used to create stable emulsions in skincare products.
Usually helps with
Product stability
Watch for
Can be a skin irritant for some; concerns about potential contamination with 1,4-dioxane
Emulsifier
Cetearyl Glucoside
A gentle emulsifier derived from plants.
Usually helps with
Texture
Humectant/Solvent
Butylene Glycol
Helps to hydrate the skin and improve product texture.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Watch for
Can be a mild irritant for some
Used to thicken the product and improve its texture.
Usually helps with
Texture
Emollient/Preservative Booster
Glyceryl Caprylate
Helps to condition the skin and can boost preservative efficacy.
Usually helps with
Skin conditioning
pH Adjuster
Sodium Hydroxide
Used to adjust the pH of the product to be compatible with skin.
Usually helps with
Product formulation
Watch for
Can be irritating in high concentrations
Fragrance
Parfum/Fragrance
Adds scent to the product.
Usually helps with
Sensory experience
Watch for
Common allergen and potential irritant for sensitive skin
Humectant
Xylitylglucoside
A sugar derivative that helps skin retain moisture.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Antioxidant/Soothing Agent
Hydroxyacetophenone
Helps protect skin from environmental damage and can soothe irritation.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant, soothing
pH Adjuster/Chelating Agent
Sodium Citrate
Helps to buffer the pH and improve product stability.
Usually helps with
Product formulation
Works with Xylitylglucoside to enhance skin's moisture barrier.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Thickener/Stabilizer
Xanthan Gum
Provides texture and stability to the product.
Usually helps with
Texture
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
A form of Vitamin E that helps protect skin from oxidative stress.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
Watch for
Can be irritating for some individuals
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
A skin-conditioning agent derived from coconut oil and glycerin.
Usually helps with
Softness, moisture
A sugar alcohol that helps hydrate the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Chelating Agent
Disodium EDTA
Helps to improve product stability by binding to metal ions.
Usually helps with
Product stability
Watch for
Concerns about environmental impact; can enhance penetration of other ingredients
Solvent/Astringent
Alcohol
Can help other ingredients penetrate, but may be drying or irritating for some.
Usually helps with
Texture, ingredient penetration
Watch for
Can be drying and irritating, especially for sensitive or dry skin
Humectant/pH Adjuster
Sodium Lactate
A component of the skin's natural moisturizing factor, helps retain moisture.
Usually helps with
Hydration
A sugar that helps attract and retain moisture.
Usually helps with
Hydration
pH Adjuster/Exfoliant
Citric Acid
Used to adjust pH; in higher concentrations, it can act as an exfoliant.
Usually helps with
Product formulation, mild exfoliation
Watch for
Can cause irritation or photosensitivity in sensitive individuals
Active Botanical
Harungana Madagascariensis Extract
Visibly replenishes and firms skin, contributing to a smoother appearance.
Usually helps with
Firmness, replenishment
Antioxidant
Marrubium Vulgare Extract
Provides antioxidant protection and can help soothe the skin.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant, soothing
Surfactant/Emulsifier
Coco-Glucoside
A gentle cleansing and emulsifying agent.
Usually helps with
Cleansing, texture
Emollient
Balanites Roxburghii Seed Oil
Nourishes and softens the skin.
Usually helps with
Nourishment, softness
Preservative/Fragrance
Phenethyl Alcohol
Acts as a preservative and can contribute a mild floral scent.
Usually helps with
Preservation
Watch for
Can be a mild irritant for some
Moisturizing Agent
Furcellaria Lumbricalis Extract
A red algae extract that helps to hydrate and protect the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration, protection
Skin Brightening
Pancratium Maritimum Extract
Helps to even skin tone and reduce the appearance of dark spots.
Usually helps with
Uneven tone, brightening
Antioxidant
Pyrus Sorbus Bud Extract
A botanical extract with antioxidant properties.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
Active Botanical
Ulex Europaeus Leaf/Root/Stem Extract
Contributes to the anti-aging benefits of the formula.
Usually helps with
Anti-aging
Peptide
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
A peptide that helps to stimulate collagen production, improving skin firmness.
Usually helps with
Firmness, anti-aging
Watch for
Generally well-tolerated, but some individuals may experience sensitivity
Antioxidant
Lapsana Communis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
A plant extract known for its antioxidant and skin-soothing properties.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant, soothing
Exfoliant/Mineral Source
Maris Sal/Sea Salt/Sel Marin
Can provide mild exfoliation and minerals for the skin.
Usually helps with
Exfoliation, minerals
Watch for
Can be drying or irritating for some
Adds color to the product.
Usually helps with
Appearance
Watch for
Artificial colorant, can be a potential irritant for sensitive skin
Peptide
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Works with Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 to reduce inflammation and improve skin texture and firmness.
Usually helps with
Firmness, anti-aging
Watch for
Generally well-tolerated, but some individuals may experience sensitivity