Embryolisse Exfoliating Cream

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

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

An emollient that helps soften the skin and calm down inflammation

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

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 silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin

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

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

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

Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin

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

An excellent emollient. Helps soften the skin, restore its barrier function, and can help to calm down inflammation. It can be helpful to prevent blemishes and clogged pores

Three steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. To have an effect in the skin, it first needs to be converted twice to become the retinoic acid. This means it is less potent than retinol, but could also be less irritating. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, it helps against all signs of aging, improves skin cell turnover and helps fight blemishes and clogged pores. However, in many cosmetic formulations, it is used in a concentration that is too low to have the full effect