Solvent
water (aqua) (eau)
The base of the formula, dissolving other ingredients.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Attracts water to the skin, helping to keep it hydrated and soft.
Usually helps with
Dryness, normal skin
Emulsion Stabilizer
acrylates copolymer
Helps to keep the product stable and maintain its texture.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can be a microplastic, though generally considered safe in rinse-off products.
Surfactant
potassium cocoyl glycinate
A mild surfactant derived from amino acids, used for gentle cleansing.
Usually helps with
Sensitive skin, normal skin
Watch for
Can still cause dryness in very sensitive individuals.
Surfactant
lauramidopropyl betaine
A mild amphoteric surfactant that helps create lather and cleanse the skin.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can be irritating for some very sensitive skin types.
Emollient
caprylic/capric triglyceride
A derivative of coconut oil and glycerin, it softens and moisturizes the skin.
Usually helps with
Dryness, normal skin
Surfactant
potassium cocoate
A salt of coconut fatty acids, used as a cleansing agent.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can be drying for some.
Help to maintain the skin's moisture barrier and improve its texture.
Usually helps with
Dryness, normal skin
Vitamin E, an antioxidant that protects the skin from environmental damage.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Rarely, can cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
Exfoliant
ananas sativus (pineapple) fruit extract
Contains bromelain, an enzyme that can help to gently exfoliate the skin.
Usually helps with
Dullness, uneven texture
Watch for
Can cause mild irritation or stinging in sensitive skin.
Emollient
hippophae rhamnoides fruit oil
Sea buckthorn oil, rich in fatty acids and antioxidants, known for its nourishing properties.
Usually helps with
Dryness, normal skin
Antioxidant
camellia oleifera leaf extract
Green tea extract, known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Usually helps with
All skin types
A skin-conditioning agent that also helps to improve the feel of the product on the skin.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Humectant
polyglutamic acid
A powerful hydrator that can hold more water than hyaluronic acid, helping to plump and moisturize the skin.
Usually helps with
Dryness, dehydration
Antioxidant
hydroxyacetophenone
A skin-conditioning agent with antioxidant properties.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Preservative
lactobacillus ferment
A probiotic ingredient that can help support the skin's microbiome and act as a preservative.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Humectant
saccharide isomerate
A carbohydrate complex that binds to skin cells and provides long-lasting hydration.
Usually helps with
Dryness, normal skin
A skin-conditioning agent that also acts as a preservative booster.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can be a mild irritant for some.
Emulsifier
phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate
A plant-derived emulsifier that helps to blend oil and water components in the formula.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Humectant
hydroxypropyltrimonium hyaluronate
A derivative of hyaluronic acid that provides enhanced hydration and skin conditioning.
Usually helps with
Dryness, dehydration
Emulsifier
polyglyceryl-4 caprate
A mild, plant-derived emulsifier.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Emulsifier
polyglyceryl-6 caprylate
A mild, plant-derived emulsifier.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Emollient
caprylyl glyceryl ether
A skin-conditioning agent that also helps to improve the texture of the product.
Usually helps with
All skin types
A solvent and humectant that also has antimicrobial properties.
Usually helps with
All skin types
Watch for
Can be a mild irritant for some.
pH Adjuster
sodium citrate
Used to adjust the pH of the product for optimal stability and skin compatibility.
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
Used to adjust the pH of the product.
Usually helps with
All skin types
pH Adjuster
sodium hydroxide
Used to adjust the pH of the product.
Usually helps with
All skin types