Ingredient Dictionary
POLYSORBATE 80
Helps water and oil mix together
GLYCERYL STEARATE SE
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
CERA ALBA
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
DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE
Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
GLUCOSE
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Could be helpful in restoring the skin barrier function
SODIUM LACTATE
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product
SODIUM PHYTATE
Used to stabilize product formulations
CETEARYL OLIVATE
Helps oil and water mix together
PARAFFINUM LIQUIDUM
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
CUCUMIS SATIVUS FRUIT EXTRACT
Might be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect