The base for most skincare formulations.
Usually helps with
Hydration
A silicone that creates a smooth feel and can help form a protective barrier on the skin.
Usually helps with
Smoothing, barrier support
Watch for
Can feel heavy for some
A solvent that can help with product texture and spreadability.
Usually helps with
Texture
A common humectant that draws moisture to the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Emulsifier
Bis-Peg-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane
Helps to blend oil and water ingredients in a formula.
Usually helps with
Texture
A widely used humectant that attracts water to the skin, keeping it hydrated.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Skin Conditioning
Laminaria Saccharina Extract
A type of seaweed extract that can help with oil control and skin conditioning.
Usually helps with
Oil control, skin conditioning
Antioxidant
Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract
A plant extract with antioxidant properties.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
Skin Conditioning
Saccharomyces Lysate Extract
A yeast extract that can help condition and soothe the skin.
Usually helps with
Skin conditioning, soothing
Skin Conditioning
Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract
Known for its soothing and hydrating properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, hydration
Skin Conditioning
Hordeum Vulgare (Barley) Extract/Extrait D'Orge
An extract from barley that can help condition and moisturize the skin.
Usually helps with
Skin conditioning, moisture retention
Skin Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seedcake
Derived from sunflower seeds, it helps condition and moisturize the skin.
Usually helps with
Skin conditioning, moisture retention
Can help to temporarily reduce redness and puffiness.
Usually helps with
Soothing, reducing redness
A sugar that helps retain moisture and protect skin cells.
Usually helps with
Hydration, protection
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
A form of hyaluronic acid that attracts and holds moisture in the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
A form of Vitamin E that provides antioxidant benefits.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
Skin Conditioning
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria)
Known for its calming and soothing properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, calming
A silicone that provides a smooth feel and can help with product texture.
Usually helps with
Texture, smoothing
Can help absorb excess oil and mattify the skin.
Usually helps with
Oil absorption, mattifying
Emollient
Propylene Glycol Dicaprate
Helps to soften and smooth the skin.
Usually helps with
Emollience, smoothing
An emulsifier that helps mix oil and water.
Usually helps with
Texture
Watch for
Can be a skin irritant for some
Skin Conditioning
Lactobacillus Ferment
A probiotic-derived ingredient that can help support the skin's natural balance.
Usually helps with
Skin barrier support, balancing
An emulsifier used to create stable formulations.
Usually helps with
Texture
Watch for
Potential for irritation
An emulsifier that helps to blend ingredients.
Usually helps with
Texture
Watch for
Potential for irritation
Thickener
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
A thickening agent that helps give the product its gel consistency.
Usually helps with
Texture
A common thickening agent used to create gel textures.
Usually helps with
Texture
A humectant that also has preservative properties.
Usually helps with
Hydration, preservation
A solvent and humectant that can help with product texture.
Usually helps with
Texture, hydration
Used to adjust the pH of the product.
Usually helps with
Formulation stability
Chelating Agent
Disodium Edta
Helps to improve the stability and efficacy of the formula by binding to metal ions.
Usually helps with
Product stability
Watch for
Can enhance penetration of other ingredients
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
A common preservative used to prevent microbial growth.
Usually helps with
Preservation
Watch for
Can be an irritant for some
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
A preservative that helps prevent the growth of mold and yeast.
Usually helps with
Preservation
Colorant
Yellow 5 (Ci 19140)
A synthetic colorant.
Usually helps with
Appearance
Watch for
Potential allergen for sensitive individuals
A synthetic colorant.
Usually helps with
Appearance
Watch for
Potential allergen for sensitive individuals
Colorant
Yellow 6 (Ci 15985)
A synthetic colorant.
Usually helps with
Appearance
Watch for
Potential allergen for sensitive individuals
Formula support
Yellow 6 (Ci 15985) Lotion
Included in the source ingredient list. Glass treats this as part of the supporting formula unless it overlaps with a known active, preservative, or fragrance flag.
Usually helps with
Formula completeness and routine context
Watch for
Personal sensitivity, especially if your skin is reactive or the ingredient overlaps with other products in your routine