The base for most skincare formulations, dissolving other ingredients.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Attracts water to the skin, helping to keep it hydrated and soft.
Usually helps with
Dryness, dullness
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
A fatty acid derived from coconut oil and glycerin that helps to replenish skin.
Usually helps with
Dryness, normal skin
Mimics skin's natural oils to moisturize and soften.
Usually helps with
Dryness, normal skin, loss of firmness
A humectant that provides moisture to the skin.
Usually helps with
Dryness, normal skin
Solvent
Dipropylene Glycol
A solvent that can also help other ingredients penetrate the skin.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can be irritating for some sensitive skin types.
A sugar beet derivative that helps skin retain moisture.
Usually helps with
Dryness, normal skin
An emollient that helps to soften and smooth the skin.
Usually helps with
Dryness, normal skin
Emollient
Dipentaerythrityl Hexa C5-9 Acid Esters
A mixture of esters that provide emollience and skin conditioning.
Usually helps with
Dryness, normal skin
A humectant and preservative booster that also has some antimicrobial properties.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Skin-Conditioning Agent
Ceramide NP
A lipid that helps restore the skin's natural barrier, improving hydration and texture.
Usually helps with
Dryness, loss of firmness
Skin-Conditioning Agent
Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Fruit Extract
Rich in vitamins and antioxidants, it hydrates and soothes the skin.
Usually helps with
Dryness, dullness
Antioxidant
Terminalia Ferdinandiana (Kakadu Plum) Fruit Extract
An Australian fruit extract exceptionally high in Vitamin C, known for its brightening and antioxidant benefits.
Usually helps with
Dullness, loss of firmness
Watch for
Can be irritating for some very sensitive skin types due to high Vitamin C content.
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
A salt form of hyaluronic acid that attracts and holds moisture in the skin.
Usually helps with
Dryness, dullness
Antioxidant
Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract
Contains curcumin, known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, which can help brighten skin.
Usually helps with
Dullness
Watch for
Can potentially stain skin or fabrics if used in high concentrations.
A mineral that can help absorb excess oil and provide a smooth, matte finish.
Usually helps with
Oiliness, uneven texture
Skin-Conditioning Agent
Boerhavia Diffusa Root Extract
A plant extract with antioxidant and soothing properties.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Antioxidant
Pinus Pinaster (Pine) Bark Extract
Rich in antioxidants, it can help protect skin from environmental damage and improve skin elasticity.
Usually helps with
Loss of firmness
Fragrance
Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract
Provides a pleasant scent. Can be a potential irritant for some sensitive skin types.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Potential for fragrance sensitivity.
A solvent and humectant that helps improve skin hydration.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Skin-Conditioning Agent
Phytosphingosine
A lipid that is naturally found in the skin, helping to support the skin barrier.
Usually helps with
Loss of firmness, dryness
Skin-Conditioning Agent
Eicosapentaenoic Acid
An omega-3 fatty acid that can help support skin barrier function and reduce inflammation.
Usually helps with
Dryness, loss of firmness
Emulsifier
Sorbitan Oleate
An emulsifier that helps to blend oil and water ingredients. Can be a mild skin irritant for some.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Potential for mild irritation in sensitive individuals.
Surfactant
Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
A mild, plant-derived surfactant used for cleansing and emulsifying.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Skin-Conditioning Agent
Phospholipids
Components of cell membranes that help maintain skin barrier function and hydration.
Usually helps with
Dryness, loss of firmness
Emulsifier
Cetearyl Olivate
An emulsifier derived from olive oil that helps create a stable emulsion and mimics skin's lipid structure.
Usually helps with
Dryness, normal skin
Emulsifier
Sorbitan Olivate
An emulsifier derived from olive oil that helps create a stable emulsion.
Usually helps with
Dryness, normal skin
A thickening agent that also helps stabilize emulsions.
Usually helps with
All skin types
A thickening agent used to create gel textures. Can be a mild irritant for some.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Potential for mild irritation in sensitive individuals.
A sugar alcohol that attracts moisture to the skin.
Usually helps with
Dryness, normal skin
Skin-Conditioning Agent
Phosphatidylcholine
A phospholipid that helps with skin barrier function and moisture retention.
Usually helps with
Dryness, loss of firmness
Skin-Conditioning Agent
Docosahexaenoic Acid
An omega-3 fatty acid that supports skin health and barrier function.
Usually helps with
Dryness, loss of firmness
Emollient
Hydrogenated Polydecene
A synthetic emollient that provides a smooth feel and helps prevent moisture loss.
Usually helps with
Dryness, normal skin
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
A fatty alcohol that moisturizes and softens the skin, and acts as an emulsifier.
Usually helps with
Dryness, normal skin
Opacifier
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
A synthetic mica used to create pearlescent effects and add shimmer.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Emulsifier
Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
A polymer that acts as an emulsifier and thickener, creating a smooth texture.
Usually helps with
All skin types
A humectant that helps draw moisture into the skin and improves product texture.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Chelating Agent
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
A chelating agent that helps stabilize the formula by binding to metal ions.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Skin-Conditioning Agent
Cholesterol
A lipid that helps support the skin barrier and improve moisture retention.
Usually helps with
Dryness, loss of firmness
Emulsifier
C14-22 Alcohols
A mixture of fatty alcohols that act as emulsifiers and emollients.
Usually helps with
Dryness, normal skin
An emollient that forms a protective barrier on the skin to prevent moisture loss.
Usually helps with
Dryness, normal skin
Antioxidant
Tocopherol Acetate
A form of Vitamin E that acts as an antioxidant, protecting skin from free radical damage.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can be a mild irritant for some very sensitive skin types.
Emulsifier
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
A mild emulsifier derived from amino acids, used to blend oil and water.
Usually helps with
All skin types
A mineral used to control viscosity and provide opacity.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Emulsifier
C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside
A non-ionic emulsifier derived from plant sugars and fatty alcohols.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Emollient
Triethylhexanoin
A synthetic emollient that provides a smooth, non-greasy feel.
Usually helps with
Dryness, normal skin
A mineral pigment that provides shimmer and a luminous effect.
Usually helps with
All skin types
A mineral used to control the color and opacity of pigments.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Colorant
Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)
A white mineral pigment used for color and opacity, also provides UV protection.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Colorant
Iron Oxides (CI 77491)
Mineral pigments used to provide color, often in shades of red, yellow, and brown.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
A preservative that also acts as a skin-conditioning agent and deodorant.
Usually helps with
All skin types