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1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.

Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate is a surfactant and emulsifier. It is part of the PEG Sorbitan/Sorbitol Fatty Acid Esters group. As an emulsifier, it helps ingredients such as oil and water mix together. This allows the dirt and oils in your skin to be washed away.

We don't have a description for Saccharide Hydrolysate.

Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:

Gluconolactone is a PHA. PHAs are a great gentle alternative to traditional AHAs.

Tromethamine is an aliphatic compound. An aliphatic compound is an organic compound with open-chained carbon atoms. It is synthetically created. Tromethamine is used to balance pH and improve texture.

Gaultheria Procumbens Leaf Extract is a fragrance.

Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.

Daucus Carota Sativa Root Water is created by distilling parts of the carrot (the orange one we eat!).

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.

Adenosine is in every living organism. It is one of four components in nucleic acids that helps store our DNA.

This ingredient is also called sugarcane extract. It is a moisturizing humectant and has skin soothing properties.

Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.

Ribes Nigrum Leaf Extract is a fragrance.

Barosma Betulina Leaf Extract is a fragrance.

Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract comes from the roots of the Lithospermumerythrorhizon plant, or the purple gromwell plant.

Ribes Nigrum Fruit Extract is from the black currant fruit.

We don't have a description for Punica Granatum Fruit Extract.

Daucus Carota Sativa Root Extract comes from the root commonly known as carrot (the orange kind we eat!).

We don't have a description for Indigofera Tinctoria Extract.

We don't have a description for Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin.

Hydrogenated Lecithin is created from the hydrogenation of lecithin. Hydrogenation is a chemical reaction between molecule hydrogen and another element.

Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate is a skin conditioner with emollient and emulsifier properties.

Dipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created stabilizer and solvent. It is a part of the glycol class in the alcohol family.

We don't have a description for Hemerocallis Fulva Flower Extract.

Pinus Densiflora Leaf Extract is an antioxidant.

Panthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It can be found naturally in our skin and hair.

Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil is the oil obtained from the seed of the edible carrot. The oil is created by steaming and distilling the seeds of the plant.

We don't have a description for Myosotis Sylvatica Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract.

Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate is a form of Vitamin C. It is the salt of ascorbic acid.

Lactobacillus Ferment is created by fermenting the Lactobacillus bacteria. It helps keep our skin's natural barrier and microbiome healthy.

We don't have a description for Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract.

We don't have a description for Pueraria Lobata Root Extract.

We don't have a description for Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract.

We don't have a description for Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract.

We don't have a description for Pyridoxine.

Folic acid is a form of Vitamin B9. Our bodies use folic acid for creating new cells and for DNA repair.

Biotin is a B vitamin that is naturally produced by our bodies. It is also called Vitamin H.

Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.

Cyanocobalamin is the manufactured version of vitamin B12. Our bodies use B12 for cell production.

Thiamine Hcl is Vitamin B1. The HCL stands for hydrochloride. Thiamine HCL is created using thiamine chloride and hydrochloric acid.

Riboflavin is Vitamin B2. Our bodies use riboflavin in the creation of skin, digestive tract lining, and blood cells.

Linoleic Acid is Vitamin F and a fatty acid. It is an emollient and helps thicken texture. Linoleic acid helps with hydrating skin and nourishing the skin's barrier. The top layer of skin, or epidermis, contains high amounts of linoleic acid naturally.

Beta-Carotene is a carotenoid. It is an antioxidant that converts to Vitamin A. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.