The base of the formulation.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Surfactant
Sodium Cocoamphoacetate
A mild amphoteric surfactant derived from coconut oil, known for its gentle cleansing properties and ability to create foam.
Usually helps with
Gentle cleansing
Surfactant
Lauryl Glucoside
A non-ionic surfactant made from glucose and lauryl alcohol, it is very mild and biodegradable.
Usually helps with
Gentle cleansing, foam boosting
A common humectant that draws moisture to the skin, helping to keep it hydrated.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Soothing Agent
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Known for its soothing, hydrating, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, hydration, calming irritation
Surfactant
Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate
An anionic surfactant derived from coconut oil and glutamic acid, it is very mild and has good foaming properties.
Usually helps with
Gentle cleansing
Surfactant
Sodium Lauryl Glucose Carboxylate
A mild, non-ionic surfactant derived from coconut oil and glucose, offering gentle cleansing.
Usually helps with
Gentle cleansing
Also known as Vitamin B5, it attracts and retains moisture, improving skin hydration and softness.
Usually helps with
Hydration, soothing
A humectant that helps to bind water to the skin. In higher concentrations, it can be exfoliating, but here it likely aids hydration.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Watch for
Can be irritating in high concentrations
Antioxidant
Lactobacillus/Portulaca Oleracea Ferment Extract
Fermented purslane extract, known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, antioxidant protection
Used to adjust the pH of the product to be optimal for skin.
Usually helps with
pH balancing
Watch for
Can be irritating at high concentrations
Preservative
Benzyl Alcohol
A common preservative that also has some solvent properties. It can be a potential allergen for some.
Usually helps with
Preservation
Watch for
Potential allergen, can be drying
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
A widely used preservative to prevent microbial growth in cosmetic products.
Usually helps with
Preservation
Watch for
Potential skin irritant for some
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
A salt of sorbic acid, used as a preservative to inhibit the growth of mold, yeast, and fungi.
Usually helps with
Preservation
A beta-hydroxy acid (BHA) that exfoliates inside the pores. In a rinse-off cleanser, its exfoliating effect is minimal but can contribute to pore clarity.
Usually helps with
Pore cleansing, mild exfoliation
Watch for
Can be drying or irritating if used too frequently or on sensitive skin
Preservative
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
A natural preservative derived from fermented radish root, offering antimicrobial properties.
Usually helps with
Natural preservation
A form of Vitamin E, it acts as an antioxidant to protect the skin from free radical damage.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
A derivative of pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5), it functions as a humectant to help hydrate the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
A salt of benzoic acid, used as a preservative to prevent the growth of bacteria, yeast, and mold.
Usually helps with
Preservation
Watch for
Can react with certain ingredients to form benzene