capryloyl glycine

A synthetic amino acid derivative that function as a conditioning agent or...

maltooligosyl glucoside

A polysaccharide that’s naturally-derived and then combined with a starch. It has multiple functions in cosmetics, including binding agent, emulsifier, hydrator, texture enhancer, and film-forming agent.

collagen amino acids

Collagen amino acids are made from the hydrolylsis (breaking down with water) of protein...

acetyl glucosamine

Amino acid sugar and primary constituent of mucopolysaccharides and hyaluronic acid.

acetyl tyrosine

An amino acid complex that functions as a skin-conditioning agent. There is no research proving it...

bifida ferment lysate

A specific type of yeast obtained by the fermentation of Bifida...

Chondrus crispus (algae) extract

Chondrus crispus, also known as red algae, is a type of seaweed that’s a rich source of many nutrients for skin.

Fucus vesiculosus extract

Fucus vesiculosus extract, also known as bladderwrack, is a type of brown algae (seaweed) that is edible.

galactoarabinan

Polysaccharide extracted from the western larch tree.

glutamic acid

Glutamic acid is an amino acid that helps aid skin hydration.

glycogen

Polysaccharide that has water-binding properties for skin.

hydrolysed vegetable protein

The protein portion of vegetables obtained by hydrolysis, which is the breakdown of a substance when it’s reacted with water. This natural ingredient conditions skin and hair.

Persea gratissima (avocado) oil

Persea gratisima is the Latin name for avocado, and the oil from this fruit is an excellent source of skin-replenishing fatty acids

methylpropanediol

Glycol that functions as a solvent. Methylpropanediol can enhance ingredients such as salicylic acid.

panthenol

Humectant that increases hydration substantially by attracting/retaining moisture. Can also play a role in reducing facial redness triggered by sensitivity.

propanediol

Improves ingredient absorption while adding moisturising properties for skin. Can also be used to support the stability of a formula.

sodium hydroxymethylglycinate

Amino acid derivative used as a skin-softening agent; can also function as a preservative.

sorbitol

Sorbitol is a type of sugar that can be created synthetically or derived from natural sources.

squalane

Squalane is a moisturising ingredient that’s also a source of skin-replenishing fatty acids and antioxidants.

sucrose

Monosaccharide that has hydrating properties for skin.

tamanu oil

From a tree native to Polynesia. It is reputed to have wondrous skin-restoring properties, as well…

thymus hydrolysate

Form of animal thymus derived by acid, enzyme, or other methods of hydrolysis. It can have...

trehalose

A water-binding plant sugar that has hydrating properties for skin.

tridecyl trimellitate

Skin-softening agent and texture enhancer that can provide a cushiony, emollient feel.

Undaria pinnatifida (algae) extract

Undaria pinnatifida, also known as brown algae, is a type of seaweed that’s also edible.

urea

Component of urine, although synthetic versions are used in cosmetics. In small amounts urea has...

vitamin B3

vitamin F

Name sometimes used to represent essential fatty acids of linoleic acid and linolenic acid. These...

wheat amino acids

A blend of amino acids from wheat protein after it has been broken down via hydrolysis. Most often...

xylose

Form of sugar. Similar to other sugars, xylose has hydrating properties for skin.

sarcosine

A synthetic amino acid derivative that functions as a skin conditioning...

xylitylglucoside

An ingredient derived from two water-binding plant sugars, xylitol and glucose.

anhydroxylitol

A natural, plant-derived ingredient that acts as a humectant to help skin absorb and retain moisture.

PCA

PCA (which stands for pyrrolidone carboxylic acid), is an ingredient derived from amino acids that serves as a humectant and is part of the natural moisturizing factor.

PEG-12 glyceryl dimyristate

A skin-replenishing ingredient that is a polymer of ethylene oxide.

trimethylsiloxyamodimethicone

Trimethylsiloxyamodimethicone is a synthetic silicone-based polymer that functions as a conditioning agent, hydrating and smoothing skin’s surface due to its lightweight yet silky, non-greasy feel.

tripeptide-29

Tripeptide-29 is a synthetic peptide consisting of amino acids glycine and proline plus hydroxyproline (an amino acid derivative) shown to improve uneven texture and the look of fine lines.

zinc gluconate

Zinc gluconate is the zinc salt of gluconic acid produced from glucose that functions as a preservative.

magnesium aspartate

Magnesium aspartate is the magnesium salt of aspartic acid that plays a role in maintaining proteins in skin.

almond/borage/linseed/olive acids glycerides

A mixture of the fatty acid and triglyceride components of several non-fragrant plant oils, including almond, borage, linseed, and olive.

hydrolyzed pumpkin seedcake

Hydrolyzed pumpkin seedcake is a plant-derived ingredient that protects skin from moisture loss and supports firmness.

glycoproteins

Glycoproteins are a type of peptide naturally present in skin's surface that works with other ingredients to reinforce skin's barrier strength.

polyglyceryl-10 dioleate

Polyglyceryl-10 dioleate is a mixture of the fatty acid esters of oleic acid and a polymer, polyglycerin-10, which functions as a hydrator and emulsifier.

cocoyl proline

A blend of coconut acid with the amino acid proline. This synthetic or plant-derived ingredient helps to soften skin and condition hair.

betaine

Betaine is an ingredient that works to balance skin’s hydration.

lysine HCI

Lysine HCI plays a role in keeping skin hydrated and helping it look smooth and youthful.

Coccinia indica (ivy gourd) fruit extract

Ivy gourd is a fruit that acts as a natural skin-conditioning agent.

coco-caprylate

A lightweight, easy-to-spread emollient ingredient that smooths and softens skin.

Thermus thermophillus ferment

Thermus thermophillus ferment is the natural result from the fermentation of Thermus thermophilus, a bacterium that can live thousands of feet below the ocean’s surface.

magnesium PCA

Magnesium PCA is the magnesium salt of PCA (pyrrolidone carboxylic acid), which is part of skin’s intercellular matrix.

calcium PCA

Calcium PCA is the calcium salt of PCA (pyrrolidone carboxylic acid), which is a key component of skin’s natural moisturising factor, or NMF.

behenyl behenate

Behenyl behenate is the wax-like ester of the fatty acid behenic acid and fatty alcohol behenyl alcohol.

potassium PCA

Potassium PCA is the potassium salt of PCA (pyrrolidone carboxylic acid), a substance that’s a natural part of skin’s intercellular matrix.

Pelvetia canaliculata (algae) extract

Pelvetia canaliculata is a type of brown seaweed also known as Channeled wrack.

sodium stearoyl glutamate

Sodium stearoyl glutamate is a synthetic or animal-derived ingredient that is added to cosmetics to condition skin or work as an emulsifier.

glucomannan

Glucomannan is prebiotic sugar that combines the simples sugars mannose with glucose.

Lactobacillus ferment

Lactobacillus ferment is a lab-created, non-living probiotic ingredient made by fermentation of the microorganism Lactobacillus.

sodium palmitoyl sarcosinate

Sodium palmitoyl sarcosinate is the salt of palmitoyl sarcosinate, which is derived from the amino acid derivative sarcosine.

hydroxyacetophenone

Hydroxyacetophenone is a synthetic antioxidant and skin-conditioning ingredient.

Lactobacillus/rye flour ferment

Lactobacillus/rye flour ferment is a non-living probiotic made by fermenting rye flour with the microorganism Lactobacillus that’s used to create sourdough bread.

hydrolysed rhodophycea (red algae) extract

Hydrolysed rhodophycea is a type of red algae that, like most other types used in skin care products, helps improve skin’s hydration.

palmitoyl proline

Palmitoyl proline combines fatty acid palmitic acid with the amino acid proline.