Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
A very common and gentle emollient derived from coconut oil and glycerin. It helps to replenish skin and improve texture.
Usually helps with
Dryness, barrier support
A classic humectant that draws moisture into the skin, keeping it hydrated and supple.
Usually helps with
Dryness, hydration
The base for many skincare formulations.
Emollient
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
A lightweight emollient that improves skin feel and spreadability without being greasy.
Usually helps with
Improving texture
Emollient
Borago Officinalis Seed Oil
Rich in gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), an omega-6 fatty acid that can help soothe and hydrate the skin.
Usually helps with
Dryness, soothing
Watch for
Potential for comedogenicity in very acne-prone individuals
Emollient
Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Seed Oil
A lightweight oil rich in linoleic acid and oleic acid, known for its moisturizing and skin-conditioning properties.
Usually helps with
Hydration, normal to oily skin
Emollient
Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil
A nutrient-rich oil with antioxidants and oleic acid, known for its moisturizing and skin-purifying benefits.
Usually helps with
Hydration, cleansing
Emulsifier
Sucrose Laurate
A mild, non-ionic emulsifier derived from sugar and fatty acids, helping to blend oil and water.
Usually helps with
Formulation stability
Humectant
Methylpropanediol
A solvent and humectant that helps improve the absorption of other ingredients and adds hydration.
Usually helps with
Hydration, ingredient delivery
Emulsifier
Sucrose Stearate
Another mild emulsifier that helps create a stable emulsion between oil and water.
Usually helps with
Formulation stability
Fragrance
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil Expressed
Provides a natural citrus scent. Can be a photosensitizer in high concentrations.
Watch for
Potential for photosensitivity and irritation in sensitive skin
A skin-conditioning agent and preservative booster with moisturizing properties.
Usually helps with
Hydration, preservation
Fragrance
Cupressus Sempervirens Oil
Adds a woody, cypress scent. Essential oils can be irritating for some.
Watch for
Potential for irritation in sensitive skin
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
A common preservative used to prevent microbial growth in cosmetic products.
Usually helps with
Product preservation
Watch for
Can be irritating for some individuals
A thickening agent that also helps stabilize emulsions.
Usually helps with
Texture
Fragrance
Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Oil
Provides a fresh, lime scent. Can be a photosensitizer.
Watch for
Potential for photosensitivity and irritation in sensitive skin
Fragrance
Citrus Bergamia Peel Oil
Bergamot oil has a pleasant citrus scent but is known to be photosensitizing and can cause irritation.
Watch for
High potential for photosensitivity and irritation
Fragrance
Juniperus Mexicana Oil
Adds a woody, cedarwood-like scent. Essential oils can be irritating.
Watch for
Potential for irritation in sensitive skin
Known for its soothing, moisturizing, and skin-protecting properties. It helps to calm irritation and promote healing.
Usually helps with
Soothing, hydration, barrier support
Fragrance
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil
Provides a calming floral scent. Can be irritating for some.
Watch for
Potential for irritation in sensitive skin
Fragrance
Lavandula Hybrida Oil
A hybrid lavender oil providing a floral scent. Essential oils can be irritating.
Watch for
Potential for irritation in sensitive skin
Fragrance
Lime Oil Terpenes
Components of lime oil, contributing to the scent. Can be photosensitizing.
Watch for
Potential for photosensitivity and irritation
Fragrance
Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil
Provides a strong, lemony scent. Can be a potential irritant.
Watch for
Potential for irritation
Fragrance
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Rose geranium oil, used for its floral scent. Essential oils can be irritating.
Watch for
Potential for irritation in sensitive skin
Fragrance
Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil
Patchouli oil, used for its earthy scent. Can be irritating for some.
Watch for
Potential for irritation in sensitive skin
Fragrance
Thuja Occidentalis Leaf Oil
Arborvitae leaf oil, used for its woody scent. Essential oils can be irritating.
Watch for
Potential for irritation in sensitive skin
A thickening agent derived from seaweed, also has skin-conditioning properties.
Usually helps with
Texture, skin conditioning
Emulsifier
Sucrose Palmitate
A mild emulsifier that helps mix oil and water components.
Usually helps with
Formulation stability
Soothing Agent
Centella Asiatica Extract
Also known as Tiger Grass, it's renowned for its calming, anti-inflammatory, and skin-healing properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, redness, barrier repair
Fragrance
Ferula Galbaniflua (Galbanum) Resin Oil
A resin oil with a green, balsamic scent. Can be a potential irritant.
Watch for
Potential for irritation
A polysaccharide used as a binder and to improve texture.
Usually helps with
Texture
A form of Vitamin E, it acts as an antioxidant to protect the skin from free radical damage.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Gardenia Florida Extract
A derivative of Gardenia extract, it provides antioxidant benefits.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
Antioxidant
Gardenia Jasminoides Fruit Extract
An extract from Gardenia fruit, known for its antioxidant properties.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
A common component of citrus peel oils, it provides a citrus scent. It is a known allergen and potential irritant.
Watch for
Potential allergen and irritant, especially for sensitive skin