The base of the formula, dissolving other ingredients.
Usually helps with
Hydration
A silicone that creates a smooth feel and forms a protective barrier on the skin.
Usually helps with
Smoothing, barrier support
Watch for
Can feel heavy for some skin types
Draws moisture into the skin, keeping it hydrated and supple.
Usually helps with
Hydration
An emollient that helps to soften and smooth the skin.
Usually helps with
Softening
A humectant that helps to draw moisture into the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Emulsifier
Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane
Helps to blend oil and water components in the formula.
Usually helps with
Texture
Emulsifier
PEG-10 Dimethicone
A silicone-based emulsifier that helps create a smooth texture.
Usually helps with
Texture
Viscosity Adjuster
Disteardimonium Hectorite
A clay derivative that helps thicken the formula.
Usually helps with
Texture
Antioxidant
Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract
Rich in antioxidants, it helps protect skin from environmental damage and supports skin health.
Usually helps with
Protection, skin health
Antioxidant
Hibiscus Sinensis Flower Extract
Contains antioxidants and may help boost skin's natural collagen.
Usually helps with
Firmness, antioxidant
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
A salt form of hyaluronic acid that attracts and holds water, plumping skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration, plumping
Peptide
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
A peptide that can help reduce the appearance of expression lines.
Usually helps with
Wrinkles
Watch for
Results may vary
Skin Conditioning
Laminaria Digitata Extract
An algae extract known for its skin-conditioning properties.
Usually helps with
Skin conditioning
Skin Conditioning
Whey Protein/Lactis Protein/Proteine Du Petit-Lait
Contains amino acids and proteins that can support skin health.
Usually helps with
Skin conditioning
Skin Conditioning
Opuntia Tuna Extract
Derived from prickly pear cactus, it's known for its moisturizing and soothing properties.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing, soothing
Exfoliant
Acetyl Glucosamine
A derivative of hyaluronic acid that can help with gentle exfoliation and skin brightening.
Usually helps with
Exfoliation, brightening
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
A form of Vitamin E, it provides antioxidant protection.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant
Skin Conditioning
Narcissus Tazetta Bulb Extract
An extract from daffodil bulbs, used for its skin-conditioning benefits.
Usually helps with
Skin conditioning
A stable, hydrogenated form of squalene, it mimics skin's natural oils to moisturize and soften.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing, softening
Skin Conditioning
Algae Extract
Provides various skin benefits, including hydration and antioxidant properties.
Usually helps with
Hydration, antioxidant
Skin Conditioning
Hypnea Musciformis (Algae) Extract
A type of red algae extract known for its moisturizing and skin-conditioning effects.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing, skin conditioning
Antioxidant
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract
Contains antioxidants and can help condition the skin.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant, skin conditioning
Soothing
Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract
Known for its soothing and hydrating properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, hydration
Skin Conditioning
Lens Esculenta (Lentil) Fruit Extract
Contains beneficial compounds for skin conditioning.
Usually helps with
Skin conditioning
Hydrating
Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Fruit Extract
Rich in water and antioxidants, it helps hydrate and refresh the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration, refreshing
Antioxidant
Silybum Marianum (Lady's Thistle) Extract
Contains silymarin, a potent antioxidant.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant
Skin Conditioning
Gelidiella Acerosa Extract
A type of red algae extract used for its skin-conditioning benefits.
Usually helps with
Skin conditioning
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Extract
Rich in linoleic acid, it helps to moisturize and support the skin barrier.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing, barrier support
Can help temporarily reduce puffiness and redness.
Usually helps with
Reducing puffiness
Watch for
Effects are often temporary
Skin Conditioning
Hordeum Vulgare (Barley) Extract/Extrait D'Orge
Contains beneficial compounds for skin conditioning.
Usually helps with
Skin conditioning
A salt of lactic acid, it helps to hydrate the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Skin Conditioning
Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Extract
Contains vitamins and minerals that can nourish the skin.
Usually helps with
Nourishing
A sugar alcohol that attracts and holds moisture.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Emollient
Propylene Glycol Dicaprate
An emollient that helps to soften and smooth the skin.
Usually helps with
Softening
A sugar that can help attract and retain moisture.
Usually helps with
Hydration
A component of the skin's natural moisturizing factor, it helps bind moisture to the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Antioxidant
Aminopropyl Ascorbyl Phosphate
A stable derivative of Vitamin C, offering antioxidant benefits and potential brightening.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant, brightening
Watch for
May not be as potent as L-Ascorbic Acid
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
A humectant that also has antimicrobial properties.
Usually helps with
Hydration, preservation
A humectant that also helps to improve the preservation system.
Usually helps with
Hydration, preservation
Solvent
Propylene Carbonate
A solvent that can help dissolve other ingredients.
Usually helps with
Solvent
Viscosity Adjuster
Polyethylene
A plastic polymer used to thicken formulations.
Usually helps with
Texture
Watch for
Microplastic concerns for some
A silicone that provides a smooth feel and can help with product spreadability.
Usually helps with
Smoothing, spreadability
A polyethylene glycol that acts as a humectant.
Usually helps with
Hydration
A polyethylene glycol that acts as a humectant.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Chelating Agent
Disodium EDTA
Helps to improve the stability and efficacy of the formula by binding to metal ions.
Usually helps with
Stability
An emulsifier that helps to blend oil and water ingredients.
Usually helps with
Texture
A solvent and emollient that provides a lightweight feel.
Usually helps with
Lightweight feel, emollience
Used to adjust the pH of the formula.
Usually helps with
pH balance
Fragrance
Fragrance (Parfum)
Adds scent to the product.
Watch for
Can be irritating for sensitive skin
A synthetic antioxidant used to preserve the formula.
Usually helps with
Preservation
Watch for
Some concerns about potential health effects
pH Adjuster
Sodium Citrate
Used to adjust the pH of the formula.
Usually helps with
pH balance
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
A common preservative used to prevent microbial growth.
Usually helps with
Preservation
Preservative
Sodium Dehydroacetate
A preservative that helps prevent the growth of bacteria and fungi.
Usually helps with
Preservation
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
A common preservative used to prevent microbial growth.
Usually helps with
Preservation
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
A widely used preservative that helps prevent bacterial contamination.
Usually helps with
Preservation
Colorant
Iron Oxides (CI 77491)
Used to provide color to the product.