A synthetic polymer that helps to create a smooth, glossy texture and provides occlusive benefits to lock in moisture.
Usually helps with
Texture, moisture retention
Watch for
Can feel sticky for some users.
Emollient
Hydrogenated Polydecene
A synthetic emollient that mimics the feel of mineral oil but is considered more stable and less likely to clog pores. It softens and smooths the skin.
Usually helps with
Softening, smoothing
Emollient
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
A complex ester that provides excellent emollience and helps to improve skin texture. It's known for its moisturizing properties.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing, texture improvement
Film Former
Hydrogenated Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer
A synthetic polymer that forms a film on the skin, helping to reduce water loss and provide a smooth feel. It can also contribute to the product's texture.
Usually helps with
Occlusion, texture
Watch for
Can contribute to a sticky feel if used in high concentrations.
Emollient
Cera Microcristallina
Microcrystalline wax provides structure and thickness to the product, while also acting as an emollient to soften the skin.
Usually helps with
Texture, softening
A mineral that can help absorb excess oil and improve the texture of the product, making it feel smoother.
Usually helps with
Texture, mattifying (in other contexts)
Watch for
None in this formulation.
Emollient
Rubus Chamaemorus Seed Oil
Cloudberry seed oil is rich in antioxidants and fatty acids, providing nourishment and hydration to the skin.
Usually helps with
Nourishing, hydrating
Emollient
Garcinia Indica Seed Butter
Kokum butter is a highly moisturizing ingredient known for its ability to soften and heal dry, cracked skin.
Usually helps with
Intense moisture, healing
Emollient
Euterpe Oleracea Sterols
Sterols derived from acai berries, known for their antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties.
Usually helps with
Conditioning, antioxidant support
Active
Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12
A peptide that may help to support skin's natural collagen production, contributing to a plumper appearance.
Usually helps with
Plumping, firmness
Watch for
Peptides are generally well-tolerated.
Active
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Another peptide that works with Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12 to potentially improve skin's firmness and reduce the appearance of fine lines.
Usually helps with
Plumping, firmness
Watch for
Peptides are generally well-tolerated.
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
A stable form of Vitamin E, providing antioxidant protection and moisturizing benefits.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection, moisturizing
Pure Vitamin E, a potent antioxidant that protects the skin from environmental damage and helps to moisturize.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection, moisturizing
Emollient
Irvingia Gabonensis Kernel Butter
Dika butter, derived from the African wild mango, is rich in fatty acids and provides excellent emollience and skin-conditioning benefits.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing, softening
Emollient
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Wax
A natural wax from orange peels that adds texture and emollient properties to the formula.
Usually helps with
Texture, emollience
An omega-6 fatty acid essential for maintaining a healthy skin barrier and providing hydration.
Usually helps with
Barrier support, hydration
An omega-3 fatty acid that helps to soothe and condition the skin.
Usually helps with
Soothing, conditioning
An omega-9 fatty acid that helps to moisturize and improve skin suppleness.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing, suppleness
An alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) that gently exfoliates the skin, helping to smooth texture and improve hydration. In this concentration and formulation, it's unlikely to cause significant irritation.
Usually helps with
Gentle exfoliation, hydration
Watch for
Can increase sun sensitivity; use with SPF.
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
A rich emollient that is high in linoleic acid, helping to moisturize and support the skin barrier.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing, barrier support
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
A fractionated coconut oil derivative that is an excellent emollient and skin-conditioning agent, helping to replenish the skin's surface.
Usually helps with
Moisturizing, skin conditioning
Carnauba wax provides structure and a glossy finish to the product.
Usually helps with
Texture, finish
Emollient
Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides
A mixture of mono-, di-, and triglycerides derived from coconut oil, providing emollience and improving texture.
Usually helps with
Emollience, texture
Emulsifier
Sorbitan Isostearate
An emulsifier that helps to blend oil and water components, contributing to the product's smooth texture.
Usually helps with
Texture, stability
Emollient
Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
A synthetic ester that provides excellent emollience and helps to create a smooth, spreadable texture.
Usually helps with
Emollience, texture
Antioxidant
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
A synthetic antioxidant that helps to protect the product from degradation.
Usually helps with
Product stability
A fatty alcohol that acts as an emollient, softening and smoothing the skin.
Usually helps with
Softening, smoothing
Emollient
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
A fatty acid ester that provides a smooth, non-greasy feel and helps to improve product spreadability. It can sometimes cause irritation or breakouts in sensitive individuals.
Usually helps with
Texture, spreadability
Watch for
Can be comedogenic for some.
Texture Enhancer
Dicalcium Phosphate
A mineral compound used to improve the texture and consistency of cosmetic products.
Usually helps with
Texture
A fatty acid ester that provides emollience and helps to condition the skin.
Usually helps with
Emollience, conditioning
Solvent
Propylene Carbonate
A solvent that can help to dissolve other ingredients and improve the texture of the product. It can be a mild irritant for some.
Usually helps with
Solvent, texture
Watch for
Potential for mild irritation.
Viscosity Controller
Stearalkonium Hectorite
A clay derivative used to thicken the product and improve its texture and stability.
Usually helps with
Texture, stability
Fragrance
Parfum/Fragrance
Adds scent to the product. Fragrance can be a common cause of skin irritation and allergic reactions.
Watch for
Potential for irritation and allergic reactions.
Sweetener
Sodium Saccharin
A non-caloric sweetener that adds a sweet taste to the product, often used in lip products.
A chemical compound that provides an almond-like scent. It can be a skin irritant for some.
Watch for
Potential for irritation.
Fragrance
Beta-Caryophyllene
A terpene found in many plants, contributing to their aroma. It has potential anti-inflammatory properties.
Usually helps with
Scent, potential anti-inflammatory
A component of essential oils, often found in spearmint and caraway, contributing to their scent. Can be an irritant.
Watch for
Potential for irritation.
A naturally occurring aldehyde found in citrus oils. It has a strong lemon scent and can be a skin irritant.
Watch for
Potential for irritation and allergic reactions.
Fragrance
Citrus Aurantium Peel Oil
Essential oil from orange peel, providing a citrus scent. Can be phototoxic and a skin irritant.
Watch for
Potential for irritation and photosensitivity.
A common component of citrus peel oils, contributing to their scent. It is a known skin irritant and allergen.
Watch for
Potential for irritation and allergic reactions.
A naturally occurring terpene alcohol found in many flowers and spice plants. It has a floral scent and can be a skin irritant and allergen.
Watch for
Potential for irritation and allergic reactions.
Fragrance
Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil
Spearmint leaf oil, providing a fresh, minty scent. Can be a skin irritant in higher concentrations.
Watch for
Potential for irritation.
A terpene found in pine trees, contributing to their scent. Generally considered safe, but can be an irritant in high concentrations.
A terpene alcohol with a lilac-like scent. It is generally considered safe but can be an irritant.
Watch for
Potential for irritation.
The primary compound of vanilla bean extract, providing a sweet, vanilla scent. Generally well-tolerated.
Colorant
Yellow 6 Lake (Ci 15985)
A synthetic colorant used to give the product its tint. Some individuals may be sensitive to artificial dyes.
Watch for
Potential for sensitivity.
Colorant
Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891)
A white mineral pigment used as a colorant. It is generally considered safe and non-irritating.
Colorant
Yellow 5 Lake (Ci 19140)
A synthetic colorant used to give the product its tint. Some individuals may be sensitive to artificial dyes.
Watch for
Potential for sensitivity.
Formula support
Cera Microcristallina/Microcrystalline Wax/Cire Microcristalline
Included in the source ingredient list. Glass treats this as part of the supporting formula unless it overlaps with a known active, preservative, or fragrance flag.
Usually helps with
Formula completeness and routine context
Watch for
Personal sensitivity, especially if your skin is reactive or the ingredient overlaps with other products in your routine
Formula support
Cera Carnauba/Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax/Cire De Carnauba
Included in the source ingredient list. Glass treats this as part of the supporting formula unless it overlaps with a known active, preservative, or fragrance flag.
Usually helps with
Formula completeness and routine context
Watch for
Personal sensitivity, especially if your skin is reactive or the ingredient overlaps with other products in your routine