The base for most skincare formulations.
Usually helps with
Hydration
A common humectant and solvent that helps improve product texture.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Texture
A classic humectant that draws moisture to the skin, improving hydration and barrier function.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Barrier Support
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
A solvent and humectant that can help improve the feel of the product.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Texture
Preservative
1,2-Hexanediol
A multifunctional ingredient used as a preservative and humectant.
Usually helps with
Preservation, Hydration
Pro-vitamin B5, it's a humectant that hydrates, soothes, and helps repair the skin barrier.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Soothing, Barrier Support
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
A salt form of hyaluronic acid, it effectively hydrates the skin.
Usually helps with
Hydration
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Smaller molecules of hyaluronic acid that can penetrate deeper into the skin for hydration.
Usually helps with
Deep Hydration
Humectant
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
A derivative of hyaluronic acid that offers excellent moisture retention.
Usually helps with
Long-lasting Hydration
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
A cross-linked form of hyaluronic acid that creates a hydrating film on the skin's surface.
Usually helps with
Surface Hydration, Plumping
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
A smaller, hydrolyzed form of sodium hyaluronate for enhanced skin penetration and hydration.
Usually helps with
Penetrating Hydration
Soothes and calms the skin, promoting healing and reducing irritation.
Usually helps with
Soothing, Calming
A sugar that helps skin retain moisture and protects it from dehydration.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Protection
A sugar beet-derived ingredient that hydrates and protects the skin barrier.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Barrier Support
A solvent and humectant that can enhance the absorption of other ingredients.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Absorption
Antioxidant
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Contains antioxidants and fatty acids that can help soothe and protect the skin.
Usually helps with
Soothing, Antioxidant
Astringent
Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Leaf Extract
Can have astringent properties, which may help temporarily tighten pores. However, some forms can be drying or irritating.
Usually helps with
Pore Tightening (temporary)
Watch for
Potential for dryness or irritation in sensitive skin
Soothing Agent
Madecassoside
A compound derived from Centella Asiatica, known for its soothing and skin-repairing properties.
Usually helps with
Soothing, Repair
Soothing Agent
Madecassic Acid
Another compound from Centella Asiatica, it aids in skin soothing and healing.
Usually helps with
Soothing, Healing
Skin-Conditioning Agent
Ceramide NP
A type of ceramide that helps restore and maintain the skin's natural barrier.
Usually helps with
Barrier Support, Hydration
A polysaccharide that hydrates, soothes, and can help improve skin texture.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Soothing
Antioxidant
Malachite Extract
A mineral extract that contains copper, believed to have antioxidant properties.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant
Skin-Conditioning Agent
Cholesterol
A lipid that helps support the skin barrier and retain moisture.
Usually helps with
Barrier Support, Hydration
Humectant
Pentylene Glycol
A solvent and humectant that can also have antimicrobial properties.
Usually helps with
Hydration, Preservation
Thickener
Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
A polymer used to thicken formulations.
Usually helps with
Texture
Film Former
PVM/MA Copolymer
Forms a film on the skin, which can help with texture and hold.
Usually helps with
Texture
Emulsifier
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
A gentle emulsifier and surfactant.
Usually helps with
Texture
A common thickening agent that improves product texture.
Usually helps with
Texture
Used to adjust the pH of the formulation.
Usually helps with
Formulation Stability
A thickening agent used to create gel-like textures.
Usually helps with
Texture
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
A skin-conditioning agent and preservative.
Usually helps with
Preservation, Skin Conditioning
Antioxidant
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
A botanical extract with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant, Soothing
Antioxidant
Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract
A botanical extract with antioxidant and soothing benefits.
Usually helps with
Antioxidant, Soothing