Ingredient Dictionary

CI 77163

Colorant

COCOS NUCIFERA WATER

Might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin

MENTHYL LACTATE

Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating

PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRAISOSTEARATE

Used to create a thicker product consistency

HYDROGENATED STARCH HYDROLYSATE

Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can add sweet taste to lip products

BAKUCHIOL

A plant extract that is, though different in chemical structure, acts similar to retinoids. First studies show that it can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin tone, reduce clogged pores and blemishes, and reduce inflammation. There is no conclusive evidence that bakuchiol is as effective as retinol however. The study that directly compared retinol with bakuchiol used bakuchiol applied twice daily compared to once per day for the retinol. According to this study, bakuchiol is less irritating than retinol. Bakuchiol is extracted from seeds of Babchi plant. Other parts of the plant contain coumarins that could cause allergic and irritant reactions. These compounds should be removed in the extraction process when bakuchiol is produced, but it is a good idea to be cautious and stay away from products that include the Babchi plant extracts other than purified bakuchiol to avoid irritation

POLYGLYCERYL-3 POLYRICINOLEATE

Helps oil and water mix together

HIPPOPHAE RHAMNOIDES OIL

A good emollient. Contains various ingredients including vitamins and fatty acids that could work in the skin to neutralize free radicals and minimize moisture loss - if enough of these compounds is able to penetrate the skin in an active form.

HYDRATED SILICA

ASIATICOSIDE

An active compound of Centella Asiatica plant extract. In combination with other active compounds of Centella Asiatica extract (madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid), asiaticoside has been shown to be helpful in wound-healing, restoring skin barrier function and supporting collagen production in skin. It can, however, itself be irritating