Mario Badescu Lavender Mask & Mist Duo

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

Helps to enhance the penetration of other ingredients and attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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 emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.

Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin, reduce water loss from its surface and create a thicker product consistency

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

Might be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and calm down inflammation in skin

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

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture

Mineral oil. One of the most effective and well studied occlusive and emollient moisturizing ingredients. Helps reduce moisture loss in skin and repair skin barrier function

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

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