Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream Ultimate with Prebiotic Aloe, Very Dry to Dry, Sensitive Skin

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

One of the most effective and the most studied occlusive ingredients that creates a protective layer on top of the skin preventing moisture loss

A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function

A silicone that makes products more spreadable and keeps skin smooth. Helps to add gloss to skin and may visually fill in fine lines/wrinkles for short time

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating

Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating

Helps oil and water mix together

A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.

Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together

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

A preservative

Plain old water

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

One of the most effective and the most studied occlusive ingredients that creates a protective layer on top of the skin preventing moisture loss

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin while creating a non-greasy feel on the skin. Helps to dissolve other ingredients

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

An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together

A non-drying alcohol that works to soften the skin and stabilize product formulations helping oil and water mix together

A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function

Helps oil and water mix together

A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.

A silicone that makes products more spreadable and keeps skin smooth. Helps to add gloss to skin and may visually fill in fine lines/wrinkles for short time

Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together

A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating

Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations

Used to adjust the product's pH

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

Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself

A preservative