C.O. Bigelow West Village Rose Body Lotion

A great emollient that can also have anti-oxidant properties

Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen

A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin

A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

An emollient that helps soften the skin

This oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.

Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient

A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture

An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation

Enhances the product texture and makes it more spreadable. Helps reduce water loss from the outer layer of skin. Extands the shelf life by preventing bacteria growth

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient

Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin, dissolve other ingredients and create a thicker product consistency

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function

Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated

A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals

Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin