Welcome to Our Ingredient Diary
Listed you will find each ingredient we use and the source for our ingredient information. If you have additional questions, email customerservice@thebetterskinco.com
A Few Things To Note:
- Some ingredients can be derived from plants, animals or synthetically produced. We use plant based ingredients when possible.
- If we use a synthetic ingredient, we use a safe synthetic.
- We use sustainably sourced Palm Oil.
- When acquiring Beeswax and Lanolin, no bees or sheep are harmed.
As a brand, we are not natural or organic. We consider ourselves Clean. When formulating, we follow the Whole Foods guidelines that define which ingredients are not acceptable.
We NEVER test on animals.
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| Additional | Sodium ascorbyl phosphate is a stabilized form of vitamin C. It's ideal in skin care products as it can be stored and packaged more effectively than regular vitamin C – which can be volatile and lose its effectiveness upon contact with the atmosphere |
| Allantoin | Allantoin is a naturally occurring nitrogenous compound used as a skin conditioning agent. Function(s): Skin-Conditioning Agent - Miscellaneous; Skin Protectant; Skin Conditioning; Skin Protecting; Soothing. |
| Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract / Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract | Aloe vera leaf extract is produced from the succulent leaves of the aloe plant, Aloe barbadensis. Function(s): External Analgesic; Humectant; Oral Care Agent; Skin-Conditioning Agent - Emollient;Skin-Conditioning Agent - Miscellaneous |
| Amino Esters-1 | Amino Esters-1 is a mixture of Aspartic Acid, Arginine, Glycine, Glutamic Acid, Hystidine, Lysine and their esters. Function(s): COLORING PIGMENT |
| Aniba Rosaeodora (Rosewood) Wood Oil | Aniba Rosaedora oil is extracted from the heartwood of a rosewood tree. |
| Beeswax / Cera Alba / Cire d’abeille | Beeswax is the purified wax from the honeycomb of the bee, Apis mellifera. Function(s): Binder; Emulsion Stabilizer; Epilating Agent; Fragrance Ingredient; Skin-Conditioning Agent - Miscellaneous; Surfactant - Emulsifying Agent; Viscosity Increasing Agent - Nonaqueous; Emollient; Film Forming; Perfuming. |
| Biosaccharide Gum-1 | Biosaccharide Gum-1 is a fermentation gum derived from sorbitol. Function(s): Skin-Conditioning Agent - Miscellaneous; Skin Conditioning |
| Borago Officinalis Seed (Starflower) Oil | Oil extracted from the seeds of Borago officinalis, plant originating from Syria and the Mediterranean region. Function(s): Skin-Conditioning Agent - Emollient; Skin Conditioning. |
| Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) / Aleurites Fordi (Tung) Oil Copolymer | Brassica Campestris/Aleurites Fordi Oil Copolymer is a copolymer of Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) Oil and Aleurites fordi oil monomers. Function(s): Film former; Skin-Conditioning Agent - Occlusive. |
| Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter | Shea butter is a vegetable fat obtained from the fruit of a tree native to Africa, Butyrospermum parkii. Shea butter is primarily composed of fatty acids such as stearic and oleic acids. Skin-Conditioning Agent - Miscellaneous; Skin-Conditioning Agent - Occlusive; ViscosityIncreasing Agent - Nonaqueous; SKIN CONDITIONING; VISCOSITY CONTROLLING |
| Calcium Aluminum Borosilicate | Calcium aluminum borosilicate is a glass-type material used as a bulking agent. Function(s): Bulking Agent |
| Calendula Officinalis (Pot Marigold) Flower Extract | Extract of the calendula (Calendula officinalis) flowers. Function(s): Fragrance Ingredient; Skin-Conditioning Agent - Miscellaneous; Masking; Skin Conditioning. |
| Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract | Green tea leaf extract is produced from the tea plant, Camelia sinensis. Function(s): Antioxidant; Fragrance Ingredient; Oral Care Agent; Skin-Conditioning Agent -Miscellaneous; Ultraviolet Light Absorber; ANTIMICROBIAL; ASTRINGENT; EMOLLIENT; HUMECTANT; MASKING; SKIN CONDITIONING; SKIN PROTECTING; TONIC; UV ABSORBER |
| Caprylic / Capric Triglyceride (coconut oil and vegetable derived glycerin) | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is a mixed triester of glycerin and caprylic and capric acids. Fragrance Ingredient; Skin-Conditioning Agent - Occlusive |
| Capryloyl Sebacic Acid Copolymer | Sebacic Acid is an organic dicarboxylic acid. Function(s): pH Adjuster; Buffering |
| Carum Petroselinum (Parsley) Extract | Carum Petroselinum (Parsley) extract is an extract of the herb, Carum petroselinum. Function(s): Skin-Conditioning Agent - Miscellaneous; Skin Conditioning. |
| Cellulose Gum (plant based) | This ingredient is a chemically-treated cellulose derivatives. Function(s): Binder; Emulsion Stabilizer; Film Former; Fragrance Ingredient; Viscosity Increasing Agent - Aqueous; Binding; Emulsion Stabilizing; Film Forming; Masking; Viscosity Controlling. |
| Cetearyl Alcohol (vegetable origin) | Cetearyl Alcohol is a mixture of cetyl and stearyl alcohols that can come from vegetable or synthetic sources. Emulsion Stabilizer; Opacifying Agent; Surfactant - Foam Booster; Viscosity IncreasingAgent - Aqueous; Viscosity Increasing Agent - Nonaqueous; EMOLLIENT; EMULSIFYING; EMULSION STABILISING; FOAM BOOSTING; VISCOSITY CONTROLLING |
| Cetearyl Glucoside | Cetearyl glucoside is a surfactant and emulsifier produced from natural or synthetic ingredients. Function(s): Surfactant - Emulsifying Agent. |
| Cetyl Alcohol (plant based) | Cetyl alcohol is a long chain organic alcohol Emulsion Stabilizer; Fragrance Ingredient; Opacifying Agent; Surfactant - Emulsifying Agent;Surfactant - Foam Booster; Viscosity Increasing Agent - Aqueous; Viscosity Increasing Agent -Nonaqueous; EMOLLIENT; EMULSION STABILISING; FOAM BOOSTING; MASKING; VISCOSITY CONTROLLING |
| Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract | Extract of chamomile (Chamomilla Recutita) flowers. Function(s): Fragrance Ingredient; Skin-Conditioning Agent - Miscellaneous; Skin-Conditioning Agent - Occlusive; Perfuming. |
| Charcoal Powder | Charcoal Powder is a dried, carbonaceous material obtained from the heating of organic substances. Function(s): Abrasive; Absorbent; Colorant; Opacifying Agent; Cosmetic Colorant |
| Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil | Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil is a Volatile oil expressed from the fresh peel of the orange fruit. Function(s): Fragrance Ingredient; ASTRINGENT; MASKING; SKIN CONDITIONING; TONIC |
| Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil | Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil is a volatile oil obtained from the peel of the grapefruit, Citrus grandis. Function(s): Fragrance Ingredient; Masking; Skin Conditioning. |
| Citrus Limon (Lemon) Oil | Volatile oil obtained from the fresh peel of lemon, citrus medica limonum. Function(s): Fragrance Ingredient; Astringent; Tonic. |
| Cocamidopropyl Betaine | Cocamidopropyl betaine is a surfactant. Function(s): Antistatic Agent; Hair Conditioning Agent; Skin-Conditioning Agent - Miscellaneous; Surfactant - Cleansing Agent; Surfactant - Foam Booster; Viscosity Increasing Agent - Aqueous; FOAM BOOSTING; VISCOSITY CONTROLLING |
| Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine | Synthetic skin and hair conditioning agent. Function(s): Antistatic Agent; Hair Conditioning Agent; Skin-Conditioning Agent - Miscellaneous;Surfactant - Cleansing Agent; Surfactant - Foam Booster; Viscosity Increasing Agent - Aqueous; FOAM BOOSTING; SKIN CONDITIONING; VISCOSITY CONTROLLING |
| Cocamidopropylamine Oxide | Cocamidopropylamine Oxide is a tertiary amine oxide. Function(s): Hair Conditioning Agent; Surfactant - Cleansing Agent; Surfactant - Foam Booster; Surfactant - Hydrotrope; FOAM BOOSTING |
| Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract | Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract is an extract of the fruit of Coccinia indica. Function(s): SKIN CONDITIONING |
| Coco-Caprylate | Coco-Caprylate/Caprate is a mixture of esters of coconut alcohol with caprylic acid and capric acid. Function(s): Skin-Conditioning - Emollient; Skin Conditioning |
| Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil | Coconut oil is extracted from the kernels of the seeds of coconot palm, Cocos nucifera. Function(s): Fragrance Ingredient; Hair Conditioning Agent; Skin-Conditioning Agent - Miscellaneous; Skin-Conditioning Agent - Occlusive; Emollient; Masking; Skin Conditioning; Solvent |
| Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract | Extract of the fruit of the cucumber, Cucumis sativus. Function(s): Skin-Conditioning Agent - Emollient; Skin-Conditioning Agent - Miscellaneous; Skin Conditioning. |
| Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract | Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract is an extract of rhizomes of the tumeric, Curcuma longa. Fragrance Ingredient; Not Reported; SKIN CONDITIONING |
| Diheptyl Succinate | Diheptyl Succinate is a vegetable derived, biodegradable Emollient, derived from castor oil, that enhances shine and texture of hair and skin. Silicone alternative Emollient. |
| Dipeptide-2 | Dipeptide-2 is a dipeptide composed of Valine (q.v.) and Tryptophan. Function(s): Skin-Conditioning Agent - Miscellaneous; Skin Conditioning |
| Ethylcellulose | Ethylcellulose is an ethyl ether of cellulose. Function(s): Binder; Film Former; Fragrance Ingredient; Viscosity Increasing Agent - Nonaqueous; Binding; Film Forming; Viscosity Controlling |
| Ethylhexyl Palmitate (Palm oil) | Ethylhexyl Palmitate is an ester of 2-ethylhexyl alcohol and palmitic acid. Function(s): Fragrance ingredient; Skin-Conditioning Agent - Emollient: Perfuming |
| Ethylhexylglycerin (preservative / moisturizer) | Ethylhexylglycerin is a glyceryl ether used as a weak preservative and skin conditioning agent. Deodorant Agent; Skin-Conditioning Agent - Miscellaneous; SKIN CONDITIONING |
| Ferulic Acid | Function(s): Antioxidant; Preservative; Ultraviolet Light Absorber; Antimicrobial |
| Gelidiella Acerosa (Seaweed) Extract | Gelidiella Acerosa Extract is an extract of the red alga, Gelidiella acerosa. |
| Glycerin (plant based) | Glycerin (also called glycerol) is a naturally occurring alcohol compound and a component of many lipids. Denaturant; Fragrance Ingredient; Hair Conditioning Agent; Humectant; Oral Care Agent;Oral Health Care Drug; Skin-Conditioning Agent - Humectant; Skin Protectant; Viscosity Decreasing Agent; PERFUMING; SOLVENT |
| Glyceryl Stearate | Glyceryl Stearate is a lipid used as surfactant and Emulsifying agent. Function(s): Surfactant - Emulsifying Agent |
| Glyceryl Stearate Citrate | Glyceryl Stearate Citrate is a citric acid ester of Glyceryl Stearate. Function(s): Skin-Conditioning Agent - Emollient; Emulsifying; Skin Conditioning. |
| Glyceryl Stearate SE | Glyceryl Stearate SE (self-emulsifying) is a lipid used as surfactant and emulsifying agent. Function(s): Surfactant - Emulsifying Agent |
| Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil | Sunflower oil is extracted from the seeds of sunflower, Helianthus annuus. Function(s): Skin-Conditioning Agent - Miscellaneous; Skin-Conditioning Agent - Occlusive; Emollient. |
| Hippophae Rhamnoides (Sea Buckthorn) Seed Oil | Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil is a fixed oil obtained from the seabuckthorn, Hippophae Rhamnoides. Function(s): Skin-Conditioning Agent - Occlusive; Emollient; Skin Conditioning. |
| Humulus Lupulus (Hops) Extract | Humulus Lupulus (Hops) Extract is an extract of humulus lupulus. Function(s): Fragrance ingredient; Skin-conditioning Agent - Miscellaneous; Antimicrobial; Atringment; Emollient; Perfuming; Skin Conditioning; Soothing; Tonic. |
| Hydrolyzed Rice Protein | Hydrolyzed Rice Protein is a hydrolysate of rice protein derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis. Function(s): Hair Conditioning Agent; Skin-Conditioning Agent - Miscellaneous; ANTISTATIC; Skin Conditioning |
| Hydroxyethylcellulose | Hydroxyethylcellulose is a modified cellulose polymer; used as a gelling and thickening agent. Binder; Emulsion Stabilizer; Film Former; Viscosity Increasing Agent - Aqueous; BINDING; EMULSION STABILISING; FILM FORMING; STABILISING; VISCOSITY CONTROLLING |
| Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin (plant based) | Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin is a propylene glycol ether of Cyclodextrin. Function(s): Chelating Agent; Emulsion Stabilizer; Masking; Skin Conditioning |
| Hypnea Musciformis (Algae) Extract | Hypnea Musciformis Extract is an extract of the red alga, Hypnea musciformis. Function(s): Not Reported; Skin Protecting |
| Iron Oxides / Iron Oxides (CI 77491) | Iron oxides are inorganic chemicals used as colorants. Function(s): Colorant; Cosmetic Colorant. |
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| Lanolin | Lanolin is a refined derivative of the fat like sebaceous secretion of sheep. Function(s): Emulsion Stabilizer; Har Conditioning Agent; Skin-Conditioning Agent - Emollient; Skin Protectant; Surfactant - Emulsifying Agent; Antistatic; Skin Conditioning |
| Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Extract | Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Extract is an extract of the flower of the lavender, Lavandula angustifolia. Function(s): Fragrance Ingredient |
| Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil | A volatile oil obtained from Lavendula officinalis, a common medicinal plant; can act as an allergen. Function(s): Fragrance Ingredient; Skin-Conditioning Agent - Miscellaneous |
| Lawsonia Inermis (Henna) Extract | Lawsonia Inermis (Henna) Extract is an extract of the dried flowers, fruit and leaves of the henna, Lawsonia inermis. Function(s): Skin-Conditioning Agent - Miscellaneous |
| Leontopodium Alpinum (Edelweiss ) Callus Culture Extract | Leontopodium Alpinum Extract is an extract of the flowers and leaves of Leontopodium Alpinum. SKIN CONDITIONING |
| Macrocystis Pyrifera (Kelp) Extract | Macrocystis Pyrifera Extract is an extract of the kelp, Macrocystis pyrifera. Function(s): Not reported; Viscosity Controlling |
| Magnesium Stearate | Magnesium stearate is a magnesium salt of stearic acid, a naturally occurring fatty acid. Function(s): Anticaking agent; Bulking Agent; Colorant; Viscosity Increasing Agent - Nonaqueous; Cosmetic Colorant; Moisturizing |
| Mannitol | Mannitol is a hexahydrate alcohol. Function(s): Binder; Flavoring Agent; Humectant; Skin-Conditioning Agent - Humectant; BINDING; MASKING; MOISTURIZING; SKIN CONDITIONING |
| Marrubium Vulgare (Horehound) Extract | Marrubium Vulgare Extract is an extract of the herb of horehound, Marrubium vulgare. Fragrance Ingredient; Not Reported; SKIN CONDITIONING; SOOTHING |
| Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil | This ingredient is distilled from the leaves of tea tree, Melaleuca alternifolia. A shrub native to New Zealand. Function(s): Antioxidant; Fragrance Ingredient; Perfuming |
| Melia Azadirachta (Chinaberry Tree) Flower Extract | Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract is an extract of the flowers of Melia azadirachta. Function(s): SKIN CONDITIONING |
| Melia Azadirachta (Neem) Leaf Extract | Melia Azadirachta Extract is an extract of the neem tree, Melia azadirachta. Function(s): ANTIMICROBIAL; SKIN PROTECTING |
| Menthol | Menthol is a scent ingredient naturally found in peppermint oil; also manufactured synthetically on a large scale. Function(s): Denaturant; External Analgesic; Flavoring Agent; Fragrance Ingredient; Oral Health CareDrug; MASKING; REFRESHING; SOOTHING |
| Mica | Mica is a type of highly brittle silicate minerals with diverse chemical composition; typically used as a colorant. Function(s): Colorant; OPACIFYING |
| Microcrystalline Cellulose (plant based) | Microcrystalline Cellulose is an isolated, colloidal crystalline portion of cellulose fibers. Abrasive; Absorbent; Anticaking Agent; Bulking Agent; Emulsion Stabilizer; Slip Modifier;Viscosity Increasing Agent - Aqueous |
| Monostroma Nitidum Thallus Extract | Extract from green algae. Function(s): It is commonly used as Antioxidant for a variety of applications in Hair Care, Skin Care, Sun Care, Bath And Body Care, Fragrance and Color Cosmetics. |
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| Ocimum Sanctum (Holy Basil) Leaf Extract | Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of Ocimum sanctum. Function(s): Skin-Conditioning Agent - Miscellaneous; SKIN CONDITIONING |
| Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil | Evening Primrose oil is extracted from Oenothera biennis, a plan native to North America. Function(s): Skin-Conditioning Agent - Miscellaneous; Emollient |
| Ordenone (scientific) | Ordenone is a concentrated, odorless, deodorizing compound that works against foul odors. |
| Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 | Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 is a reaction product of palmitic acid and Tripeptide-1. Function(s): Skin-Conditioning Agent - Miscellaneous; Skin Conditioning |
| Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38 (peptide) | Anti-aging peptide made up from amino acids and derived naturally from collagen VI and laminin. Odorless, Water-soluble. |
| Panthenol (Plant Based) | Panthenol is a form of vitamin B5, used as a moisturizer and lubricating compound. Hair Conditioning Agent; ANTISTATIC; SKIN CONDITIONING |
| Pearl Powder | Pearl Powder is a dried powder obtained from freshwater pearls. |
| Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil | Avocado oil is extracted from the fruit of the avocado tree Persea americana or Persea gratissima. Function(s): Skin-Conditioning Agent - Occlusive; Skin Conditioning |
| Phenoxyethanol (functions as a preservative) | Phenoxyethanol is a preservative used in cosmetics and personal care products. Fragrance Ingredient; Preservative |
| Pisum Sativum (Pea) Peptide | Pisum Sativum (pea) Extract is an extract of the pea, Pisum sativum. Function(s): Skin-Conditioning Agent - Miscellaneous; Skin Protectant; Skin Conditioning; Skin Protecting |
| Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate | Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate is an ester of stearic acid and Diglycerin. Function(s): Skin-Conditioning Agent - Emollient; Surfactant - Emulsifying Agent |
| Polysorbate 20 | Polysorbate 20 (Tween 20) is a surfactant and emulsifier used in cleaners and personal care products. Function(s): Fragrance Ingredient; Surfactant - Emulsifying Agent; Surfactant - Solubilizing Agent. |
| Polysorbate 60 | Polysorbate 60 (Tween-60) is a sorbitol-based emulsifier and surfactant. Function(s) Fragrance Ingredient; Surfactant - Emulsifying Agent; Surfactant - Solubilizing Agent |
| Potassium Cetyl Phosphate | Potassium Cetyl Phosphate is a potassium salt of a complex mixture of esters of phosphoric acid and cetyl alcohol. Function(s): Surfactant - Emulsifying Agent. |
| Potassium Sorbate (preservative) | Potassium sorbate is a potassisum salt of sorbic acid, a naturally occurring antimicrobial compound; used as a preservative. Function(s): Fragrance Ingredient; Preservative. |
| Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil | Almond oil is extracted from the seed kernels of the sweet almond plant, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis. Function(s): Fragrance Ingredient; Skin-Conditioning Agent - Occlusive. |
| Pumice | Pumice is a substance of volcanic origin consisting chiefly of complex silicates of aluminum and alkali metals. Function(s): Abrasive; Bulking Agent; Viscosity controlling |
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| Retinyl (vitamin A) Palmitate | Retinyl palmitate is an ingredient composed of palmitic acid and retinol (Vitamin A). Function(s): Skin-Conditioning Agent - Miscellaneous; Skin Conditioning |
| Rosa Canina (Rose Hip) Fruit Oil | Rosa Canina Seed Oil is an oil derived from rose hips, Rosa canina. Function(s): Skin-Conditioning agent - Miscellaneous; Emollient; Skin Conditioning |
| Rosa Centifolia (Cabbage Rose) Flower Extract | Rosa Centifolia (Cabbage Rose) Flower Extract is an extract of the flowers of the cabbage rose, Rosacentifolia. Function(s): Fragrance Ingredient; Skin-Conditioning Agent - Miscellaneous; ASTRINGENT; MASKING; SKIN CONDITIONING; TONIC |
| Saccharomyces / Xylinum / Black Tea Ferment | Saccharomyces And Xylinum. Skin-Conditioning Agent - Miscellaneous; SKIN CONDITIONING |
| Salicylic acid | Salicylic acid is a naturally occurring and synthetically produced beta hydroxy acid used in skin treatment products. Function(s): Anti Acne agent; Antidandruff agent; Corn/Callus/Wart remover; Denaturant; Exfoliant; Fragrance Ingredient; Hair Conditioning agent; Skin-Conditioning Agent - Miscellaneous; Keratolytic; Masking; Preservative; Skin Conditioning |
| Sclerotium Gum | Scleortium Gum is a polysaccharide, a sugar-based polymer produced by bacteria; it is used as a viscosity agent in personal care products. Binder; Emulsion Stabilizer; Skin-Conditioning Agent - Miscellaneous; Surfactant -Emulsifying Agent; Viscosity Increasing Agent - Aqueous; BINDING; EMULSION STABILISING; GEL FORMING; SKIN CONDITIONING; VISCOSITY CONTROLLING |
| Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil | Oil of the sesame (Sesamum indicum) seeds. Function(s): Fragrance Ingredient; Skin-Conditioning Agent - Occlusive; Emollient; Hair Conditioning; Masking; Skin Conditioning. |
| Silica | Silica is the most common constituents of sand. Function(s): Abrasive; Absorbent; Anticaking Agent; Bulking Agent; Opacifying Agent; Suspending Agent- Nonsurfactant |
| Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (Vitamin C) | This ingredient is a salt of ascorbic acid (Vitamin C), used as an antioxidant. Function: Antioxidant. |
| Sodium Citrate | Cosmetic manufacturers use sodium citrate to adjust the acidity of a product. Citrate, in the form of citric acid, is also found in citric fruits and juices. pH Adjuster; BUFFERING; CHELATING; MASKING |
| Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate | Hair Conditioning Agent; Skin-Conditioning Agent - Miscellaneous; Surfactant - Cleansing Agent; SKIN CONDITIONING |
| Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate | Sodium cocoyl isethionate is a surfactant based on fatty acids from coconut oil and isethionic acid, a type of sulfonic acid. Function(s): Surfactant - Cleansing Agent; HAIR CONDITIONING |
| Sodium Hyaluronate (Plant Based) | Sodium hyaluronate is the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring polysaccharide found in connective tissues such as cartilage. Skin-Conditioning Agent - Miscellaneous; HUMECTANT; SKIN CONDITIONING |
| Sodium Hydroxide (pH Balancer) | Sodium Hydroxide is a highly caustic and reactive inorganic base. Denaturant; pH Adjuster; BUFFERING |
| Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate | Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate is a sodium salt of the lauric acid amide of glutamic acid. Function(s): Hair Conditioning Agent; ANTISTATIC; SURFACTANT |
| Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate | Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate is a sodium salt of lauric acid ester of lactyl lactate. Function(s): Surfactant - Emulsifying Agent |
| Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate | Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate is a sodium salt of coconut fatty acid amide ofN-methyltaurine. Function(s): Surfactant - Cleansing Agent; FOAMING |
| Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract | Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract is an extract of the fruit of the eggplant, Solanum Melongena. Function(s): Skin-Conditioning Agent - Miscellaneous; SKIN CONDITIONING |
| Spirulina Maxima Extract | Spirulina Maxima Extract is an extract of the fronds of spirulina, Spirulina maxima. Function(s): Skin-Conditioning Agent - Miscellaneous; Smoothing. |
| Steareth-20 | Steareth-20 is a synthetic polymer composed of PEG (polyethylene glycol) and stearyl alcohol. Function(s): Surfactant - Cleansing Agent; Surfactant - Emulsifying Agent; Surfactant - Solubilizing Agent |
| Stearic Acid (Vegetable Origin) | Stearic acid is a naturally occurring fatty acid. Fragrance Ingredient; Surfactant - Cleansing Agent; Surfactant - Emulsifying AgentSurfactant-Cleansing Agent is included as a function for the soap form of Stearic Acid.; EMULSION STABILISING; MASKING; REFATTING |
| Stearyl Alcohol | Stearyl alcohol is a compound produced from stearic acid, a naturally occurring fatty acid. Function(s): Emulsion Stabilizer; Fragrance Ingredient; Surfactant - Emulsifying Agent; Surfactant - Foam Booster; Viscosity Increasing Agent - Aqueous; Viscosity Increasing Agent - nonaqueous; Emollient; Emulsion Stabilizing; Masking; Opacifying; Refatting; Viscosity Controlling. |
| Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter | Cocoa Butter is extracted from the roasted seeds of Theobroma cacao, a tree native to the Americas. Function(s): Fragrance ingredient; Skin-Conditioning Agent - Occlusive; Skin Protectant; Emollient; Masking; Skin Conditioning; Skin Protecting |
| Tin Oxide | Tin oxide is an inorganic oxide that is naturally found in mineral form. Function(s): Abrasive; Bulking Agent; Opacifying Agent; Viscosity Controlling |
| Titanium Dioxide | Titanium dioxide is an inorganic compound used in a range of body care products such as sunscreens and makeup. Function(s): Colorant; Opacifying Agent; Sunscreen Agent; Ultraviolet Light Absorber |
| Tocopheryl (Vitamin E) Acetate | Tocopheryl acetate is a chemical compound that consists of acetic acid and tocopherol (vitamin E). Function(s): Antioxidant; Skin-Conditioning Agent - Miscellaneous; Skin Conditioning. |
| Undaria Pinnatifida (Algae) Extract | Undaria Pinnatifida Extract is an extract of the alga, Undaria pinnatifida. Function(s): Skin-conditioning agent - Miscellaneous; Skin Conditioning; Skin Protecting |
| Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil | Grape seed oil is obtained from the seeds of grape plant, Vitis vinifera. Function(s): Skin-Conditioning Agent - Miscellaneous; Emollient; Skin Conditioning. |
| Wonderlight ™ Skin Brightening Agent | Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Humulus Lupulus (Hops) Extract |
| Xanthan Gum | Xanthan gum is a polysaccharide, a sugar-based polymer produced by bacteria; it is used as a viscosity agent in personal care products and foods. Binder; Emulsion Stabilizer; Skin-Conditioning Agent - Miscellaneous; Surfactant -Emulsifying Agent; Viscosity Increasing Agent - Aqueous; BINDING; EMULSION STABILISING; GEL FORMING; SKIN CONDITIONING; VISCOSITY CONTROLLING |
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Ingredient information sourced from EWG, Beautypedia, Justia Trademarks, Making Cosmetics, OrganikThings and The Good Scents Company.