Kose Urumina+ Melting Moisture Stick

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

A typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. A version of it is naturally present in 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

Help improve the product's 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

Forms a protective film on the surface of the skin to prevent moisture loss. Gives a velvety feel to products while reducing tackiness

An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties

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

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