The base for many cosmetic formulations.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Can help ingredients penetrate the skin, but may be drying or irritating for some.
Usually helps with
Texture improvement
Watch for
Dryness, irritation
Film Former
Polyvinyl Alcohol
Forms a film on the skin, often used in peel-off masks to create the peeling effect.
Usually helps with
Mask texture
Emollient
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
A plant-derived oil that mimics the skin's natural sebum, providing moisture and helping to soften the lips.
Usually helps with
Moisture, softening
A fatty alcohol that softens and smooths the skin.
Usually helps with
Softening, smoothing
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
A combination of fatty acids that replenishes skin and helps prevent moisture loss.
Usually helps with
Moisture replenishment
Humectant
Methylpropanediol
A humectant that draws moisture to the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
A humectant that draws moisture to the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Fragrance Ingredient
Menthone Glycerin Acetal
A cooling agent that can provide a refreshing sensation.
Usually helps with
Cooling sensation
Watch for
Potential for irritation
A humectant that draws moisture to the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
A polysaccharide derived from seaweed, used as a thickening agent.
Usually helps with
Texture
An emulsifier that helps mix oil and water, but can be irritating for sensitive skin.
Usually helps with
Emulsification
Emulsifier
Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate
A gentle emulsifier derived from plant sources.
Usually helps with
Emulsification
A polysaccharide that can form a film on the skin, providing a tightening effect.
Usually helps with
Film formation
Emulsifier
Glyceryl Stearate
An emulsifier and emollient that helps to soften and smooth the skin.
Usually helps with
Emulsification, softening
Emulsifier
Peg-100 Stearate
An emulsifier that can be a skin irritant for some.
Usually helps with
Emulsification
Viscosity Modifier
Disteardimonium Hectorite
A clay derivative used to thicken formulations.
Usually helps with
Texture
Film Former
Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate
Used to create a film on the skin.
Usually helps with
Film formation
Adds scent to the product. Can be a common cause of skin irritation or allergic reactions.
Watch for
Allergic reactions, irritation
A thickening agent derived from cellulose.
Usually helps with
Texture
Thickener
Microcrystalline Cellulose
A thickening agent derived from cellulose.
Usually helps with
Texture
Skin Conditioning Agent
Ethylhexylglycerin
A skin conditioning agent with antimicrobial properties.
Usually helps with
Skin conditioning
Skin Conditioning Agent
Sphingomonas Ferment Extract
A fermented extract that can help improve skin hydration and barrier function.
Usually helps with
Hydration, barrier support
Chelating Agent
Sodium Phytate
A chelating agent that helps to stabilize the formula.
Usually helps with
Formula stability
Emulsifier
Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate
A gentle emulsifier.
Usually helps with
Emulsification
Colorant
Blue 1 Lake(Ci 42090)
A synthetic colorant used to give the product its blue hue.
A form of Vitamin E, known for its antioxidant properties that can help protect the skin.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection