The base liquid for the formulation.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Surfactant
Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate
A mild surfactant derived from amino acids, known for its gentle cleansing properties.
Usually helps with
Gentle cleansing
Watch for
Can be slightly drying for very dry skin
Surfactant
Sodium Cocoamphoacetate
A mild amphoteric surfactant that is gentle on the skin and helps to create lather.
Usually helps with
Gentle cleansing, lather
Watch for
Generally well-tolerated
Surfactant
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
A common surfactant that provides good lather and cleansing. Can sometimes cause irritation in sensitive individuals.
Usually helps with
Lather, cleansing
Watch for
Potential for irritation in sensitive skin
Viscosity Controlling Agent
Sodium Chloride
Used to thicken the product.
Usually helps with
Texture
Emulsifier
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
A gentle emulsifier that helps to blend oil and water components.
Usually helps with
Formulation stability
Draws moisture to the skin, helping to keep it hydrated.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Thickener
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
A synthetic polymer used to thicken cosmetic formulations.
Usually helps with
Texture
Emollient/Opacifier
Glycol Distearate
Gives the product a pearly appearance and contributes to a smooth feel.
Usually helps with
Texture, appearance
Humectant/Exfoliant
Sucrose
A sugar that can act as a mild humectant and a gentle physical exfoliant.
Usually helps with
Hydration, mild exfoliation
Watch for
Can be slightly abrasive if not fully dissolved
Antioxidant
Malpighia Punicifolia (Acerola) Fruit Extract
Rich in Vitamin C, it helps to brighten skin and protect against free radical damage.
Usually helps with
Brightening, antioxidant protection
Antioxidant
Chaenomeles Sinensis Fruit Extract
Contains antioxidants that can help protect the skin.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
Antioxidant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Green tea extract, known for its potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, antioxidant protection
Antioxidant
Ficus Carica (Fig) Fruit Extract
Contains antioxidants and enzymes that can help to gently exfoliate and hydrate.
Usually helps with
Hydration, mild exfoliation
Antioxidant
Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract
Known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection, soothing
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
A form of Vitamin E that helps to protect the skin from oxidative damage.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
Derived from coconut oil, it contributes to the cleansing and lathering properties.
Usually helps with
Cleansing, lather
Watch for
Can be drying for some
A salt of coconut fatty acids, used for cleansing.
Usually helps with
Cleansing
Watch for
Can be drying for some
Preservative/Antioxidant
Sodium Metabisulfite
A preservative and antioxidant. Can be an allergen for those sensitive to sulfites.
Usually helps with
Preservation
Watch for
Sulfites sensitivity
Conditioning Agent
Polyquaternium-7
Helps to condition the skin and hair, and can improve texture.
Usually helps with
Skin conditioning
UV Absorber
Sodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate
A UV filter used to protect the product from degradation by UV light. Concerns exist regarding its environmental impact.
Usually helps with
Product stability
Watch for
Environmental concerns
Humectant/Solvent
Butylene Glycol
A common solvent and humectant that helps to improve product texture and hydration.
Usually helps with
Hydration, texture
Emollient/Preservative Booster
Caprylyl Glycol
Helps to condition the skin and can enhance the effectiveness of preservatives.
Usually helps with
Skin conditioning, preservation
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
A common preservative that prevents microbial growth.
Usually helps with
Preservation
Watch for
Can cause irritation in sensitive individuals
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
A widely used preservative that prevents bacterial contamination. Can be an irritant for some.
Usually helps with
Preservation
Watch for
Potential for irritation
Fragrance
Parfum/Fragrance
Adds scent to the product. Can be a common cause of skin irritation and allergic reactions.
Watch for
Skin sensitivity, allergies
Fragrance Ingredient
Benzyl Salicylate
A common fragrance ingredient that can also act as a UV absorber. It is a known allergen for some individuals.
Watch for
Allergen, potential irritant
Colorant
Blue 1 (Ci 42090)
A synthetic colorant used to give the product its blue hue.
Colorant
Red 40 (Ci 16035)
A synthetic colorant used to give the product its red hue.
Colorant/Opacifier
Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891)
A white pigment used for color and to make the product opaque.
Usually helps with
Color, appearance
Colorant
Yellow 5 (Ci 19140)
A synthetic colorant used to give the product its yellow hue.
Colorant
Yellow 6 (Ci 15985)
A synthetic colorant used to give the product its yellow hue.