The base of the formulation, providing hydration.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Draws moisture to the skin, keeping it hydrated and soft.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Helps to attract and retain moisture in the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Provides a smooth, silky feel and helps to create a protective barrier on the skin.
Usually helps with
Smoothing, barrier support
Watch for
Can feel heavy for some very oily skin types
Supports skin barrier, improves tone, and can help with oil control.
Usually helps with
Tone, barrier, pores
Watch for
Generally well-tolerated, but high concentrations can cause flushing in sensitive individuals
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
A hydrating ingredient that also has some preservative properties.
Usually helps with
Hydration
A moisturizing agent that helps to improve skin's hydration levels.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Emulsifier
Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
Helps to blend oil and water components in the formula.
Usually helps with
Formula stability
A moisturizing ingredient derived from sugar beets that helps retain water.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Emulsifier
Peg-240/Hdi Copolymer Bis-Decyltetradeceth-20 Ether
Used to stabilize the emulsion and create a creamy texture.
Usually helps with
Texture, formula stability
Solvent
Dipropylene Glycol
A solvent that can also help other ingredients penetrate the skin.
Usually helps with
Solvent
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride
A blend of fatty acids that softens and smooths the skin.
Usually helps with
Emollience
Active
Saccharomyces/Rice Ferment Filtrate
Fermented rice water can help brighten and improve skin texture.
Usually helps with
Brightening, texture
Antioxidant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Green tea extract provides antioxidant protection against environmental stressors.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
Soothing
Cladosiphon Okamuranus Extract
A marine extract known for its skin-soothing and hydrating properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, hydration
Antioxidant
Morinda Citrifolia Fruit Juice
Noni fruit extract, rich in antioxidants and vitamins, may help with skin health.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant
Antioxidant
Alpinia Speciosa Leaf Extract
Extract from the shell ginger plant, known for its antioxidant properties.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant
Antioxidant
Psidium Guajava Leaf Extract
Guava leaf extract is rich in antioxidants and may have anti-inflammatory benefits.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant, soothing
Antioxidant
Citrus Depressa Peel Extract
Extract from the peel of the Okinawan citrus fruit, rich in antioxidants.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant
Skin Conditioning
Saccharomyces Lysate Extract
A yeast extract that can help condition and improve skin's appearance.
Usually helps with
Skin conditioning
Emollient
Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil
A plant-derived oil that can help soften and moisturize the skin.
Usually helps with
Emollience, moisture
A hydrating ingredient that also helps improve the texture of the product.
Usually helps with
Hydration, texture
Emollient
Triethylhexanoin
Softens and smooths the skin, improving its feel.
Usually helps with
Emollience
Emulsifier
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
Helps to create a stable emulsion of oil and water.
Usually helps with
Formula stability
Thickener
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Used to thicken the product and improve its texture.
Usually helps with
Texture
An amino acid that can help support skin hydration and repair.
Usually helps with
Hydration, repair
Vitamin E, a well-known antioxidant that protects the skin from free radical damage.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant protection
Soothing
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Derived from licorice root, it has anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, anti-inflammatory
pH Adjuster
Sodium Phosphate
Used to adjust the pH of the product.
Usually helps with
pH balance
A skin-conditioning agent that also helps preserve the product.
Usually helps with
Hydration, preservation
A peptide that may help to brighten skin tone and reduce the appearance of dark spots.
Usually helps with
Brightening, tone
Watch for
Peptides are generally safe, but individual results can vary.
Fragrance
Parfum/Fragrance
Adds a scent to the product. Can be irritating for sensitive skin.
Watch for
Potential for irritation or allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
A preservative that also acts as a skin conditioner.
Usually helps with
Preservation, skin conditioning
pH Adjuster
Potassium Hydroxide
Used to adjust the pH of the product.
Usually helps with
pH balance
Surfactant
Potassium Laurate
A cleansing agent that can also help with emulsification.
Usually helps with
Cleansing, emulsification
pH Adjuster
Disodium Phosphate
Used to adjust the pH of the product.
Usually helps with
pH balance
Humectant
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
A derivative of hyaluronic acid that helps to hydrate and condition the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
A common preservative. Some concerns exist regarding potential irritation at higher concentrations.
Usually helps with
Preservation
Watch for
Can be irritating for some individuals.
Fragrance Component
Citral
A component of fragrance, can be a skin irritant for some.
Watch for
Potential irritant, especially for sensitive skin.
Fragrance
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil
Bergamot oil, adds fragrance. Can be phototoxic and cause irritation.
Watch for
Phototoxic and potential irritant.
Fragrance
Citrus Limon Peel Oil
Lemon peel oil, adds fragrance. Can be phototoxic and cause irritation.
Watch for
Phototoxic and potential irritant.
Fragrance Component
Limonene
A component of fragrance, can be a skin irritant for some.
Watch for
Potential irritant, especially for sensitive skin.
Fragrance Component
Linalool
A component of fragrance, can be a skin irritant for some.
Watch for
Potential irritant, especially for sensitive skin.
Fragrance Component
Linalyl Acetate
A component of fragrance, can be a skin irritant for some.
Watch for
Potential irritant, especially for sensitive skin.
Fragrance Component
Pinene
A component of fragrance, often found in pine. Can be a mild irritant.
Watch for
Potential mild irritant.
Fragrance Component
Terpineol
A component of fragrance, often found in pine. Can be a mild irritant.
Watch for
Potential mild irritant.
Fragrance Component
Turpentine
A strong-smelling component derived from pine trees. Can be a significant irritant.
Watch for
Potential irritant, especially for sensitive skin.
Can help absorb excess oil and provide a matte finish.
Usually helps with
Oil absorption
Colorant
Iron Oxides (Ci 77491)
Mineral pigments used for color.