The base of the formulation, dissolving other ingredients.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Attracts water to the skin, providing hydration and helping to maintain the skin's moisture barrier.
Usually helps with
Dryness, hydration
A silicone that creates a smooth feel and forms a protective barrier on the skin, preventing moisture loss.
Usually helps with
Smoothing, barrier support
Watch for
Can feel heavy on very oily skin.
A skin-identical lipid that moisturizes and helps to restore the skin's natural barrier.
Usually helps with
Dryness, barrier repair
Emulsifier
Bis-Peg-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane
Helps to blend oil and water-based ingredients, contributing to the cream's texture.
Usually helps with
Texture
Emulsifier
Sucrose Stearate
An emulsifier that helps to create a stable cream formulation.
Usually helps with
Texture
A fatty alcohol that softens and smooths the skin, also acting as an emulsifier.
Usually helps with
Softening, texture
Helps to mix oil and water components in the formula.
Usually helps with
Texture
Emollient
Myristyl Myristate
A fatty acid ester that provides a smooth feel and helps to moisturize the skin.
Usually helps with
Smoothing, moisturizing
Emollient
Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil / Apricot Kernel Oil
A plant-based oil that softens and conditions the skin.
Usually helps with
Softening, conditioning
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
A common preservative used to prevent microbial growth in cosmetic products.
Usually helps with
Product preservation
Watch for
Can be irritating for some sensitive skin types.
Emollient
Persea Gratissima Oil / Avocado Oil
Rich in fatty acids and vitamins, it nourishes and moisturizes the skin.
Usually helps with
Nourishing, moisturizing
Emulsifier
Glyceryl Stearate
An emulsifier and emollient that helps to stabilize the formula and soften the skin.
Usually helps with
Texture, softening
A fatty alcohol that softens and smooths the skin, also acting as an emulsifier.
Usually helps with
Softening, texture
Emollient
Oryza Sativa Bran Oil / Rice Bran Oil
Contains antioxidants and fatty acids to nourish and protect the skin.
Usually helps with
Nourishing, protecting
Emollient
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil / Olive Fruit Oil
A rich emollient known for its moisturizing and antioxidant properties.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing, antioxidant
Preservative
Chlorphenesin
A preservative that helps to prevent the growth of bacteria and fungi.
Usually helps with
Product preservation
Watch for
Can cause skin irritation in some individuals.
A fatty acid that helps to stabilize the emulsion and provides emollient properties.
Usually helps with
Texture, softening
A fatty acid that helps to condition and soften the skin.
Usually helps with
Conditioning, softening
A gelling agent used to thicken the product and improve its texture.
Usually helps with
Texture
Thickener
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
A polymer used to thicken the formulation and improve its stability.
Usually helps with
Texture, stability
Chelating Agent
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Helps to improve the stability and performance of the product by binding to metal ions.
Usually helps with
Stability
Emollient
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil / Sweet Almond Oil
A gentle emollient that softens and conditions the skin.
Usually helps with
Softening, conditioning
A natural gum used to thicken the product and improve its texture.
Usually helps with
Texture
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
A skin-conditioning agent and preservative booster that also helps to improve the feel of the product.
Usually helps with
Skin conditioning, preservation
pH Adjuster
Sodium Hydroxide
Used to adjust the pH of the product to ensure stability and efficacy.
Usually helps with
Formulation stability
Vitamin E, an antioxidant that helps protect the skin from environmental damage.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
Emollient
Glycine Soja Oil / Soybean Oil
A plant-based oil that can help to moisturize and condition the skin.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing, conditioning
Skin Conditioning Agent
Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract
A biotechnological ingredient known for its hydrating and skin-protecting properties.
Usually helps with
Hydration, protection
A fatty acid that can help to emulsify and condition the skin.
Usually helps with
Texture, conditioning
Skin Conditioning Agent
Hydroxypalmitoyl Sphinganine
A synthetic ceramide that helps to strengthen the skin barrier and improve hydration.
Usually helps with
Barrier support, hydration
A beta-hydroxy acid (BHA) that can help to exfoliate the skin and unclog pores. In this concentration, it's likely for preservation or mild exfoliation.
Usually helps with
Exfoliation, pore clearing
Watch for
Can cause dryness or irritation if used too frequently or with other exfoliants.
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil / Sunflower Seed Oil
Rich in linoleic acid, it helps to moisturize and support the skin barrier.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing, barrier support
Antioxidant
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract / Rosemary Leaf Extract
Contains antioxidants that help protect the skin from environmental damage.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
Used to adjust the pH of the product.
Usually helps with
Formulation stability