The base of the formula, dissolving other ingredients.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Draws moisture to the skin, helping to keep it hydrated and supple.
Usually helps with
Dryness, dehydration
A fatty alcohol that softens and smooths the skin, and can also act as a thickener.
Usually helps with
Dryness, smoothing
A silicone that forms a protective barrier on the skin, helping to prevent moisture loss and giving a smooth feel.
Usually helps with
Barrier support, smoothing
Watch for
Can feel heavy for some very oily skin types
Humectant
Glyceryl Polymethacrylate
Helps to attract and retain moisture in the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter)
A rich butter that moisturizes, soothes, and softens the skin.
Usually helps with
Dryness, nourishment
Emollient
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
Softens and smooths the skin, improving its texture.
Usually helps with
Dryness, smoothing
Helps to mix oil and water ingredients.
Usually helps with
Formulation
A moisturizing agent that helps to hydrate the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
A sugar that can help attract and retain moisture.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Emulsifier
Sorbitan Stearate
Helps to blend oil and water components in the formula.
Usually helps with
Formulation
Emulsifier
Peg-100 Stearate
An emulsifier that helps to stabilize the product's texture.
Usually helps with
Formulation
A sugar that helps the skin retain moisture and protects it from dryness.
Usually helps with
Hydration, protection
Emollient
Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter
Nourishes and softens the skin with its fatty acids and vitamins.
Usually helps with
Dryness, nourishment
Skin Conditioning
Hypnea Musciformis (Algae) Extract
Contains minerals and nutrients that can help condition the skin.
Usually helps with
Skin conditioning
Skin Conditioning
Gellidiela Acerosa (Algae) Extract
Provides skin-conditioning benefits and can help with hydration.
Usually helps with
Skin conditioning, hydration
Antioxidant
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Extract
Rich in antioxidants that help protect the skin from environmental damage.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
Skin Conditioning
Triticum Vulgare (Wheat Bran) Extract
Contains beneficial compounds that help condition the skin.
Usually helps with
Skin conditioning
Skin Conditioning
Cladosiphon Okamuranus Extract
A type of seaweed extract known for its skin-conditioning properties.
Usually helps with
Skin conditioning
Emollient
Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter
A rich butter that helps to moisturize and soften the skin.
Usually helps with
Dryness, softening
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
A fatty alcohol that softens and smooths the skin, and acts as a thickener.
Usually helps with
Dryness, smoothing
Soothing
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water
Known for its soothing and hydrating properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, hydration
Helps to mix oil and water ingredients.
Usually helps with
Formulation
Can help to temporarily reduce puffiness and redness.
Usually helps with
Reducing puffiness
Watch for
Can be irritating for some sensitive skin types
Skin Conditioning
Pantethine
A derivative of Vitamin B5 that helps condition and moisturize the skin.
Usually helps with
Skin conditioning, moisture
A sugar alcohol that attracts and holds moisture in the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
A solvent and humectant that helps ingredients penetrate the skin and retains moisture.
Usually helps with
Hydration, penetration
Derived from rice bran oil, it has antioxidant properties.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
A component of chamomile, known for its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, calming
Pro-vitamin B5 that hydrates, soothes, and improves skin barrier function.
Usually helps with
Hydration, soothing, barrier support
Skin Conditioning
Phytosterols
Plant-derived sterols that can help condition and support the skin barrier.
Usually helps with
Skin conditioning, barrier support
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
A form of Vitamin E that provides antioxidant protection.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
Watch for
Can be less stable than pure tocopherol
A skin-conditioning agent that also helps preserve the product.
Usually helps with
Hydration, preservation
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
A salt form of hyaluronic acid that attracts and binds water, plumping the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration, plumping
A solvent and humectant that helps with product texture and moisture retention.
Usually helps with
Hydration, texture
A thickening agent used to create gel-like consistencies.
Usually helps with
Texture
pH Adjuster
Potassium Hydroxide
Used to adjust the pH of the formula.
Usually helps with
Formulation
A carbohydrate that can help with skin conditioning.
Usually helps with
Skin conditioning
Chelating Agent
Disodium EDTA
Helps to improve the stability and effectiveness of the formula by binding to metal ions.
Usually helps with
Formulation stability
Watch for
Can enhance penetration of other ingredients
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
A common preservative to prevent microbial growth.
Usually helps with
Preservation
Watch for
Can be irritating for some sensitive skin types
Provides color to the product.
Usually helps with
Aesthetics
Colorant
Yellow 5 (Ci 19140)
Provides color to the product.
Usually helps with
Aesthetics