| 1 |
water/aqua/eau
| Plain old water |
| 2 |
glycerin
| One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant |
| 3 |
dipropylene glycol
| Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying |
| 4 |
cetearyl alcohol
| A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture |
| 5 |
caprylic/capric triglyceride
| 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 |
| 6 |
hydrogenated poly(c6-14 olefin)
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| 7 |
hydrogenated polydecene
| Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture |
| 8 |
methyl trimethicone
| A type of silicone that helps create a silky product finish and dissolve other ingredients |
| 9 |
1, 2-hexanediol
| A preservative |
| 10 |
bifida ferment lysate
| Consists of remains of dead yeast bacteria cells. Helps to hydrate the skin and reduce irritation. Might has some anti-oxidant effect |
| 11 |
phenyl trimethicone
| A type of silicone that can decrease loss of moisture from the skin surface. It helps create a nice product texture |
| 12 |
vegetable oil
| An oil from a mixture of different vegetables. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin |
| 13 |
butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter
| 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 |
| 14 |
glyceryl stearate se
| Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient |
| 15 |
ceramide np
| A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin |
| 16 |
stearic acid
| Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient |
| 17 |
algae extract
| Plant extract that helps the skin to attract water and make it more smooth for touch. Also shows promise of anti-aging properties, but research is not extensive yet |
| 18 |
eclipta prostrata leaf extract
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| 19 |
cetearyl glucoside
| Helps water and oil in the product mix well together and improves product texture |
| 20 |
hydrogenated lecithin
| Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients. |
| 21 |
microcrystalline cellulose
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| 22 |
butylene glycol
| 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 |
| 23 |
c12-16 alcohols
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| 24 |
ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer
| Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions |
| 25 |
malt extract
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| 26 |
beta vulgaris (beet) root extract
| A plant extract that might have some antioxidant properties, but mostly used in cosmetics for its color |
| 27 |
melia azadirachta flower extract
| A plant extract that might be helpful to neutralize free radicals in skin |
| 28 |
melia azadirachta leaf extract
| A plant extract that has anti-bacterial properties. Can be used to preserve the product. Can be irritating |
| 29 |
throbroma caco (cocoa) seed extract
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| 30 |
curuma longa (turmeric) root extract
| A plant extract that can contain an active compound curcumin, that may have some anti-inflammatory properties when applied to the skin, but solid research is lacking and the typical concentration used in skincare products is too low. Can be an irritant |
| 31 |
ocimum sanctum leaf extract
| A plant extract that is rich in a fragrance compound eugenol that is a frequent allergen and can be irritating. It might also contain anti-oxidants to help neutralize free radicals |
| 32 |
amaranthus caudatus seed extract
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| 33 |
ulmus davidiana root extract
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| 34 |
avena sativa (oat) kernel extract
| An effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties |
| 35 |
cynara scolymus (artichoke) leaf extract
| A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties. It might be irritating |
| 36 |
pteris multifida extract
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| 37 |
artemisia vulgaris extract
| A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties. It can be irritating |
| 38 |
corallina officinalis extract
| Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might contain antioxidants |
| 39 |
pyracantha fortuneana fruit extract
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| 40 |
glycerly polymethacrylate
| Used to create a nice product texture |
| 41 |
cholesterol
| An emollient that is naturally found in skin |
| 42 |
citrus aurantium bergamia (bergamot) fruit oil
| A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity |
| 43 |
hydrolyzed corn starch
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| 44 |
sodium hyaluronate
| One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin |
| 45 |
pelargonium graveolens flower oil
| An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation |
| 46 |
fructooligosaccharides
| Help attract water to the upper layer of the skin |
| 47 |
beta-glucan
| Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles |
| 48 |
dextrin
| A sugar that is used to stabilize the product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin |
| 49 |
disodium edta
| Stabilizes the product formulation |
| 50 |
panthenol
| Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function |
| 51 |
polyquaternium-51
| An emollient that helps create a nice silky finish on the skin |
| 52 |
raffinose
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| 53 |
hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid
| One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in skin |
| 54 |
folic acid
| Can help stimulate collagen production in skin. While available studies are promising, more research is needed to confirm the efficacy in skin |
| 55 |
salvia officinalis (sage) oil
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| 56 |
pogostemon cablin oil
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| 57 |
tromethamine
| Helps adjust pH in products |
| 58 |
ceramide ap
| A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin |
| 59 |
ceramide as
| A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin |
| 60 |
ceramide ns
| A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin |
| 61 |
palmitoyl pentapeptide-4
| A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles |
| 62 |
ceramide eop
| A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin |
