Ingredient Dictionary
А B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
A
Alpha-Arbutin
- Active
- Bearberry
- Naturally Derived
- Effectively treats hyperpigmentation and melasma without toxicity
Astrocaryum Tucuma Seed Butter
- Emollient
- Tucuma Palm
- Natural
- Brazilian butter that brightens and promotes flawless skin
Avena Sativa (Oat Kernel) Flour
- Plant Extract
- Oatmeal
- Natural
- Aids in reducing irritation, inflammation and itchiness
B
Betula Alba (Birch Wood) Bark Extract
- Plant Extract
- White Birch Tree
- Natural
- Contains purifying properties that help skin eliminate toxins
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
- Emollient
- Shea Nut Tree
- Natural
- Treats dry skin conditions, while repairing and healing
C
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
- Emollient
- Benzoic Acid
- Naturally Derived
- Imparts a conditioning, silky, matte finish to products
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
- Plant Extract
- Calendula Flower Plant
- Natural
- Exhibits intensely soothing, repairing and calming properties
Candelilla Wax
- Thickener
- Candelilla Plant
- Natural
- Vegan wax that helps keep product solid at high temperatures
Cannabis Sativa (Hemp) Seed Oil
- Emollient
- Cannabis Plant
- Natural
- Regulates sebum production, while moisturizing dry skin
Caprylyl Glycol
- Emollient
- Caprylic Acid
- Vegetable Oils
- Naturally Derived
- Works as a humectant, by drawing water into skin
Cannabis Sativa (Hemp) Seed Oil
- Emollient
- Cacay Nut
- Natural
- Contains triple the amount of retinol compared to rosehip
Cetyl Alcohol
- Thickener
- Vegetable Oil
- Naturally Derived
- Helps to stabilize formulations and prevent melting of product
Citrus Limonum (Lemon) Hydrosol Water
- Diluent
- Lemon Fruit
- Natural
- Brightens discoloration and helps diminish fine lines
Coco Betaine
- Surfactant
- Coconut Oil
- Naturally Derived
- Very mild surfactant that gently cleanses skin
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil
- Emollient
- Coconut Palm Fruit
- Natural
- Reduces redness, inflammation and moisturizes dry skin
D
Decyl Glucoside
- Surfactant
- Corn Starch
- Naturally Derived
- Very mild surfactant that gently cleanses skin
Dipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline
- Active
- Plant Collagen Amino Acids
- Naturally Derived
- Enhances collagen production, thereby tightening and firming skin
Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate
- Surfactant
- Coconut Oil and Sulfosuccinic Acid
- Naturally Derived
- Very mild surfactant that gently cleanses skin
E
Ethyl Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)
- Active
- Ascorbic Acid
- Naturally Derived
- Stable vitamin c derivative that tackles post inflammatory pigmentation
F
G
Garcinia Indica (Kokum) Seed Butter
- Emollient
- Kokum Tree
- Natural
- Rich in essential fatty acids that heal dry and cracked skin
Gluconolactone
- Active
- Gluconic Acid
- Naturally Derived
- Poly Hydroxy Acid with humectant properties, that gently exfoliates skin
H
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
- Emollient
- Sunflower Flower Plant
- Natural
- High in linoleic acid that protects against bacteria
Hippophae Rhamnoides (Sea Buckthorn) Fruit Oil
- Emollient
- Sea Buckthorn Fruit
- Natural
- Encourages skin healing while promoting elasticity
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
- Emollient
- Vegetable Oil
- Naturally Derived
- Soothes and softens skin suffering from dryness
Hydrolyzed Oat Protein
- Active
- Oatmeal
- Naturally Derived
- Aids skin in retaining moisture, leaving it smoother and softer
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Lactobacillus/Acerola Cherry Ferment
- Active
- Lactobacillus and Acerola Cherry Fruit
- Natural
- Has potent antioxidant benefits and encourages skin cell renewal
Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil
- Emollient
- Meadowfoam Flower
- Natural
- Seals in moisture and keeps skin supple and soft
M
Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter
- Emollient
- Mango Fruit
- Natural
- Has skin protecting properties that moisturize skin
Maranta Arundinacea (Arrowroot) Root Powder
- Absorbent
- Arrowroot Tuber
- Natural
- Prevents products from feeling greasy, and improves their feel
Mauritia Flexuosa (Buriti Seed) Oil
- Emollient
- Buriti Fruit
- Natural
- Protects skin against UV exposure, while treating previous photo-damage
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P
Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil
- Emollient
- Avocado Fruit
- Natural
- Calms skin irritation while shielding from ultraviolet radiation
PEG-7 Glyceryl Monococoate
- Emulsifier
- Coconut Fatty Acids
- Naturally Derived
- Enables oil and water to stably combine in a formula
PEG-150 Distearate
- Emulsifier
- Stearic Acid
- Naturally Derived
- Enables oil and water to stably combine in a formula
Phenoxyethanol
- Preservative
- Phenol
- Synthetic
- Used to prevent bacterial proliferation and contamination
Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Seed Oil
- Emollient
- Pomegranate Fruit
- Natural
- Provides protection from sun and pollution via antioxidants
Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil
- Emollient
- Apricot Fruit
- Natural
- Improves radiance of skin and evens skin tone
Prunus Avium (Sweet Cherry) Fruit Extract
- Plant Extract
- Cherry Fruit
- Natural
- Helps to lighten and brighten dull, irregularly pigmented skin
Q
R
Rosa Canina (Rosehip) Fruit Oil
- Emollient
- Rosa Canina Rose Bush
- Natural
- Contains high amounts of retinol that reduces signs of aging
Retinyl Palmitate (Retinol)
- Active
- Retinyl Acetate and Palmitic Acid
- Naturally Derived
- Powerful anti-aging ingredient that improves skin condition
S
Salix Alba (White Willow) Bark Extract
- Plant Extract
- White Willow Tree
- Natural
- Provides gentle exfoliation that unclogs pores and reduces acne
Shorea Stenoptera (Illipe) Seed Butter
- Emollient
- Illipe Nut Tree
- Natural
- Reinforces the skin’s natural protective barrier
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
- Emollient
- Jojoba Plant
- Natural
- Has high affinity to skin sebum, thereby balancing its production
Sorbeth-230 Tetraoleate
- Thickener
- Vegetable Fatty Acids
- Naturally Derived
- Increases viscosity of surfactant formulations
Sorbic Acid
- Preservative
- Wild Berries
- Naturally Derived
- Used to prevent bacterial proliferation and contamination
Sorbitan Laurate
- Surfactant
- Sorbitol and Lauric Acid
- Naturally Derived
- Very mild surfactant that gently cleanses skin
T
Terminalia Ferdinandiana (Kakadu Plum) Fruit Oil
- Emollient
- Kakadu Plum Fruit
- Natural
- Rich in vitamin c that brightens and prevents premature skin aging
Terminalia Ferdinandiana (Kakadu Plum) Fruit Extract
- Plant Extract
- Kakadu Plum Fruit
- Natural
- Rich in vitamin c that brightens and prevents premature skin aging
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate (Vitamin C)
- Active
- L-ascorbic Acid and Trihexyl Hexadecane
- Naturally Derived
- Highly stable, oil soluble that helps in reducing hyperpigmentation
Tocopherol (Vitamin E)
- Emollient
- Vegetable Oil
- Naturally Derived
- Conditions skin, and provides antioxidant protection
Theobroma Grandiflorum (Cupuacu) Seed Butter
- Emollient
- Cupuacu Tree
- Natural
- Restores elasticity to skin with its hydrophilic properties
Trichilia Emetica (Mafura) Seed Butter
- Emollient
- Natal Mahogany Tree
- Natural
- Source of natural silicone that protects skin barrier
U
Ubiquinone (CoQ10)
- Active
- Quinone
- Natura
- Replenishes skin cells while stimulating collagen and elastin production
