Ingredient Dictionary
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
DIMETHICONOL
A silicone that makes products more spreadable and keeps skin smooth. Helps to add gloss to skin and may visually fill in fine lines/wrinkles for short time
UREA
Naturally present in skin (urea makes up about 7% of natural moisturizing factors in skin). Attracts water to the upper layer of the skin. Also has a positive effect on the skin barrier beyond the humectant action. Can enhance penetration of other ingredients. Is an exfoliating ingredient when used in high concentrations
ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF JUICE POWDER
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
SCLEROTIUM GUM
Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions
POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE
Helps oil and water mix together
DIMETHICONE/VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER
Used to stabilize product formulations and create a nice product texture
FARNESOL
Added to create a nice product smell. Can be irritating
PRUNUS ARMENIACA KERNEL OIL
An emollient that helps soften the skin
HYDROXYCITRONELLAL
A fragrance. A likely allergen and can be irritating