Ingredient Dictionary

HYDROXYPROPYL METHYLCELLULOSE

Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation

ASCORBYL TETRAISOPALMITATE

A vitamin C derivative. Studies show that is might be effective in reducing hyperpigmentation, but there are no studies confirming that it is effectively converted into the bioavailable form of Vitamin C in skin. It is not clear how this derivative compares in effectiveness to the topical application of bioavailable form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)

POLYMETHYL METHACRYLATE

Is used to enhance product texture and can help to optically mask skin imperfections

ACACIA SENEGAL GUM

Helps mask the small of other ingredients and improve the product texture

CALCIUM GLUCONATE

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and helps to improve appearance of the product

ISOSTEARIC ACID

Used to create a nice product texture

T-BUTYL ALCOHOL

Used to dissolve other ingredients and to improve smell of products. It could be irritating

STEARETH-2

Helps oil and water mix together

ETHYLHEXYL STEARATE

Helps soften the upper layer of the skin

SORBITAN SESQUIOLEATE

Used to help oil and water mix together. Can be irritating