The base of the formulation.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Surfactant
Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate
A gentle surfactant that creates lather and cleanses the skin.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can be drying for extremely dry skin if overused.
Surfactant
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
A mild amphoteric surfactant that helps with cleansing and foam boosting.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Rarely, can cause irritation in sensitive individuals.
Film Former
Acrylates Copolymer
Helps to create the texture and stability of the product.
Usually helps with
All skin types
A common humectant that draws moisture to the skin.
Usually helps with
All skin types, especially dry
Antioxidant
Aphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Extract
A blue-green algae extract rich in vitamins and minerals, offering antioxidant benefits.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Known for its soothing and antioxidant properties.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Preservative
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
A natural preservative derived from fermented radish root.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Humectant
Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate
A sugar-based humectant that helps retain moisture.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Film Former
Pvm/Ma Copolymer
A film-forming agent that can provide a smooth feel.
Usually helps with
All skin types
An alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) that exfoliates the skin, helping to improve texture and tone.
Usually helps with
Dullness, uneven texture, congestion
Watch for
Can cause stinging or irritation, especially for sensitive skin or when overused. Increases sun sensitivity.
Antioxidant
Hydroxyacetophenone
A synthetic antioxidant that helps protect the skin from environmental stressors.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Vitamin B3 helps to regulate oil production, minimize pores, and improve skin tone.
Usually helps with
Oiliness, visible pores, uneven tone
Watch for
Generally well-tolerated, but high concentrations can cause flushing in some individuals.
A form of Vitamin C, known for its antioxidant and brightening properties.
Usually helps with
Dullness, uneven tone
Watch for
Can be unstable and may cause irritation in some.
Skin Conditioning
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Water
Contains electrolytes and nutrients that can help hydrate and condition the skin.
Usually helps with
All skin types
A sugar that helps the skin retain moisture and protects it from dehydration.
Usually helps with
All skin types, especially dry
A polysaccharide used as a binder or filler.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Vitamin E, an antioxidant that helps protect the skin from free radical damage.
Usually helps with
All skin types
A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that offers gentle exfoliation and significant hydration.
Usually helps with
Dryness, dullness, sensitive skin
Watch for
Generally well-tolerated, but can still cause mild irritation in very sensitive individuals.
Film Former
Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
A polymer that helps form a film on the skin, contributing to texture.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Chelating Agent
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Helps to stabilize the formula by binding to metal ions.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
A preservative booster that also has skin conditioning properties.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Used to adjust the pH of the product.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can be irritating at high concentrations.
Chelating Agent
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
A biodegradable chelating agent that helps improve product stability.
Usually helps with
All skin types
pH Adjuster
Sodium Hydroxide
Used to adjust the pH of the product to a skin-friendly level.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can be irritating in high concentrations.
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
A common preservative used to prevent microbial growth.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can cause allergic reactions in some individuals.
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
A preservative that inhibits the growth of mold, yeast, and fungi.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
A preservative that prevents the growth of bacteria, mold, and yeast.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Fragrance
Parfum (Fragrance)
Adds scent to the product.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can be a potential irritant or allergen for sensitive skin.