The base for many skincare formulations.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Emollient
Cyclopentasiloxane
A silicone that provides a smooth feel and helps ingredients spread, but can be comedogenic for some.
Usually helps with
Smooth texture
Watch for
Potential for pore-clogging in acne-prone skin
Emollient
Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate
Softens and smooths the skin.
Usually helps with
Softening skin
Emollient
Phenethyl Benzoate
Helps to soften and smooth the skin.
Usually helps with
Skin conditioning
Skin Conditioning
Haslea Ostrearia Extract
A type of algae that helps keep skin supple and can reduce inflammation.
Usually helps with
Soothing, suppleness
Skin Conditioning
Palmaria Palmata Extract
Red algae extract known for its antioxidant properties and potential to brighten skin.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant, brightening
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
A salt form of hyaluronic acid that draws moisture to the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
A stable form of Vitamin E that protects skin from oxidative stress.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
Antioxidant
Retinyl Palmitate
A mild form of Vitamin A. While less potent than retinol, it can still offer some anti-aging benefits but may cause irritation in sensitive individuals.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant, skin renewal
Watch for
Potential for irritation, especially when combined with other actives
Helps to blend oil and water ingredients, and can also help skin absorb other ingredients.
Usually helps with
Skin conditioning
A common humectant that draws water into the skin for hydration.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Skin Conditioning
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract
Contains antioxidants and can help to gently exfoliate.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant, mild exfoliation
Fragrance
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil
Adds a scent, but can be a potential irritant for sensitive skin.
Watch for
Potential for irritation or allergic reactions
Fragrance
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil
Provides a scent and has antioxidant properties, but can be irritating for some.
Usually helps with
Scent, antioxidant
Watch for
Potential for irritation
Skin Conditioning
Melissa Officinalis (Balm Mint) Extract
Known for its soothing and antioxidant properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, antioxidant
Skin Conditioning
Calendula Officinalis Extract*
Known for its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, calming
Skin Conditioning
Leontopodium Alpinum (Edelweiss) Extract*
A potent antioxidant known for its ability to protect against environmental stressors.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
Skin Conditioning
Peucedanum Ostruthium Leaf Extract*
Known for its antioxidant and soothing properties.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant, soothing
Skin Conditioning
Buddleja Davidii Leaf Extract*
A plant extract with antioxidant properties that can help protect the skin.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
Skin Conditioning
Artemisia Umbelliformis Extract *
Known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory
Skin Conditioning
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil
Chamomile oil known for its calming and soothing properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, calming
Fragrance
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Geranium oil used for fragrance, but can be a potential irritant.
Watch for
Potential for irritation or allergic reactions
A silicone that creates a barrier on the skin, providing a smooth feel. Can be pore-clogging for some.
Usually helps with
Smooth texture, barrier
Watch for
Potential for pore-clogging
A humectant that helps attract and retain moisture.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Emulsifier
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Helps to stabilize the formula and create a pleasant texture.
Usually helps with
Formula stability
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
A common preservative to prevent microbial growth, but can be irritating for some.
Usually helps with
Preservation
Watch for
Potential for skin irritation
Thickener
Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
A modified starch used to thicken the product and improve texture.
Usually helps with
Texture enhancement
Emulsifier
Cetearyl Glucoside
A plant-derived emulsifier that helps blend oil and water.
Usually helps with
Formula stability
A thickening agent used to create gel-like textures.
Usually helps with
Texture enhancement
A solvent and humectant that helps ingredients penetrate the skin and draws moisture.
Usually helps with
Hydration, penetration
pH Adjuster
Sodium Hydroxide
Used to adjust the pH of the product to be compatible with skin.
Usually helps with
Formula balance
Chelating Agent
Disodium EDTA
Helps to improve the stability and efficacy of the product by binding to metal ions.
Usually helps with
Formula stability