Ingredient Dictionary
CITRUS AURANTIUM BERGAMIA FRUIT OIL
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
ISOPROPYL PALMITATE
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a thicker product consistency
CETEARETH-20
Helps oil and water mix together. Has some emollient properties
TETRAHEXYLDECYL ASCORBATE
Being a lipid soluble form of vitamin C, it is more stable than ascorbic acid, but still degrades quickly and needs to be stabilized in a formulation with another ingredient. It is claimed to penetrate skin better than pure vitamin C and have the the similar benefits, but solid studies of its effectiveness are lacking. Is likely to require a higher concentration in a product than pure vitamin C to be effective. It might be able to help reduce pore clogging.
PELARGONIUM GRAVEOLENS FLOWER OIL
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
PETROLATUM
One of the most effective and the most studied occlusive ingredients that creates a protective layer on top of the skin preventing moisture loss
POLYHYDROXYSTEARIC ACID
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
ROSA DAMASCENA FLOWER OIL
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
PEG-60 HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL
Helps oil and water mix together
XYLITOL
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function