The base of the formulation.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Surfactant
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
A gentle, sulfate-free surfactant that creates a mild lather and cleanses the skin.
Usually helps with
All skin types, especially sensitive
Watch for
Can be drying in high concentrations, but well-balanced here.
Draws moisture into the skin, helping to keep it hydrated and soft.
Usually helps with
All skin types, especially dry
Emulsifier/Thickener
Stearic Acid
Helps to stabilize the formula and provides a creamy texture.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Emollient
Hydrogenated Coconut Acid
Softens and smooths the skin.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Surfactant
Sodium Isethionate
Works with Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate to cleanse the skin gently.
Usually helps with
All skin types, especially sensitive
Emollient/Thickener
Stearyl Alcohol
Softens and conditions the skin, and helps thicken the product.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Soothes and protects the skin, promoting healing and reducing irritation.
Usually helps with
All skin types, especially sensitive and irritated
Soothing Agent
Chrysanthemum Parthenium (Feverfew) Extract
Known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, it helps calm the skin.
Usually helps with
Sensitive, irritated skin
Watch for
Rarely, some individuals may have sensitivities.
Antioxidant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Green tea extract provides antioxidant protection against environmental stressors.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Soothing Agent/Brightening
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
Helps to soothe the skin and can also help with evening skin tone.
Usually helps with
All skin types, especially redness-prone
Soothing Agent
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Known for its hydrating, soothing, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Usually helps with
All skin types, especially dry and irritated
A form of Vitamin E that helps protect the skin from free radical damage.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Emulsifier
Hydrogenated Palm Glycerides Citrate
Helps to blend oil and water components in the formula.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
A common preservative to prevent microbial growth.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can be irritating to some individuals in higher concentrations.
Surfactant
Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate
A mild amphoteric surfactant that helps to create foam and cleanse.
Usually helps with
All skin types
A component of the skin's natural moisturizing factor, it helps attract and retain moisture.
Usually helps with
All skin types, especially dry
Thickener
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Used to increase the viscosity of the product.
Usually helps with
All skin types
A very mild, plant-derived surfactant that creates a soft lather.
Usually helps with
All skin types, especially sensitive
Emulsifier/Emollient
Glyceryl Oleate
Helps to emulsify the formula and provides emollient properties.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Viscosity Adjuster
Sodium Chloride
Used to thicken the product.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Chelating Agent
Disodium EDTA
Helps to improve the stability and performance of the product by binding to metal ions.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can enhance penetration of other ingredients; not ideal for very sensitive skin in high concentrations.
Used to adjust the pH of the product to be optimal for skin.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
A preservative that helps prevent the growth of mold and yeast.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can be irritating for some individuals.
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
A common preservative used to prevent bacterial growth.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can be irritating for some individuals, especially when combined with Vitamin C.
Thickener/Binder
Maltodextrin
Used to thicken the formula and improve texture.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Chelating Agent
Tetrasodium EDTA
Similar to Disodium EDTA, it enhances product stability.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can enhance penetration of other ingredients; not ideal for very sensitive skin in high concentrations.