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Sucrose is a natural sugar found in fruits, vegetables, and nuts. It is the main constituent of white sugar.

We don't have a description for Yeast Extract.

Sesame oil comes from sesame seeds. Sesame oil is rich in fatty acids and Vitamin E.

We don't have a description for Medicago Sativa Seed Powder.

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Seed Meal comes from the Sweet Almond tree. This sweet almond seed meal is the residue from expressing almond oil.

Helianthus Annuus Seedcake is an exfoliant and isn't fungal acne safe.

This oil is derived from the leaves of Eucalyptus Globulus, a type of Eucalyptus tree native to Australia.

This is the synthetic salt of gluconic acid, a form of PHA and mild exfoliant.

We don't have a description for Copper Gluconate.

We don't have a description for Calcium Gluconate.

Glycine is an amino acid that helps build proteins. It is already present in our skin as our bodies produce them naturally.

We don't have a description for Zinc Gluconate.

Tocopheryl Succinate is an antioxidant.

Niacin is the other form of B3, with the other being niacinamide. The two have similar skin benefits: reducing inflammation, strengthening the skin barrier, and fading dark spots.

We don't have a description for Sesamum Indicum Seed Powder.

Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Extract is a fragrance.

Laminaria Digitata Extract comes from the dark brown seaweed, Laminaria Digitata. It is a potent antioxidant, which also provides soothing and hydrating benefits.

We don't have a description for Laminaria Saccharina Extract.

We don't have a description for Plankton Extract.

We don't have a description for Palmaria Palmata Extract.

Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.

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

Caffeine is most associated with coffee, tea, and cacao. In skincare, it helps with calming inflammation and anti-aging.

Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate comes from licorice root.

Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 is a peptide. A common name for this peptide is Argireline.

Glycereth-26 is a synthetic ingredient and polyethylene glycol ether of Glycerin. Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin and helps keep your skin moisturized.

We don't have a description for Alcaligenes Polysaccharides.

Trehalose is a disaccharide made of two glucose molecules (glucose is sugar!). Trehalose is used to help moisturize skin. It also has antioxidant properties.

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

Sea Salt is an exfoliant. It can be bad for dry skin, cause irritation, worsen eczema, and worsen rosacea.

We don't have a description for Tourmaline.

Urea is also called carbamide and is the diamide of carbonic acid. In cosmetics, urea is used to hydrate the skin. It also provides exfoliation in higher concentrations.

Sodium PCA is the sodium salt of pyroglutamic acid and is naturally occurring on human skin.

Glycine Soja Protein comes from the soybean. It is an emulsifer and helps to condition skin. Emulsifiers prevent ingredients from separating, such as water and oils.

We don't have a description for Glycosaminoglycans.

Glycine Soja Seed Extract comes from the seed of the wild soybean plant. Wild soybean extract contains fatty acids (linoleic, oleic, linolenic), vitamin E, and antioxidants.

We don't have a description for Tetradecyl Aminobutyroylvalylaminobutyric Urea Trifluoroacetate.

Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.

PEG-8 is a synthetic polymer used as a humectant and solvent.

We don't have a description for Magnesium Chloride.

We don't have a description for Calcium Chloride.

Sodium Sulfate is a type of sulfate.

Potassium Phosphate is the term for the salts of potassium and phosphate ions. Our bodies naturally create and use potassium phosphate.

We don't have a description for Potassium Nitrate.

Pentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it. It also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product. It is naturally found in plants such as sugar beets.

Triacetin comes from glycerin and acetic acid. It has antimicrobial properties.

Lecithin is a term for a group of substances found in plants, animals, and humans. They are made up of mixture of fatty acids. These fatty acids usually are a mixture of phosphoric acid's choline ester connected to stearic, oleic, and palmitic acids. Most lecithins are created from plant ingredients scuh as sunflower.

We don't have a description for Ppg-5-Ceteth-20.

Jojoba Wax Peg-120 Esters isn't fungal acne safe.

Polysorbate 20 is made by combining ethoxylation of sorbitan, ethylene oxide, and lauric acid. It is a mild cleansing agent, surfactant, and emulsifier.

Polyquaternium-51 is a polymer salt. It helps hydrate the skin by creating a film on top. This film traps moisture in, keeping your skin soft and hydrated.

We don't have a description for Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin.

Alcohol Denat. is an alcohol with a denaturant property. It is created by mixing ethanol with other additives.

Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.

Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.

Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.

Hydroxycitronellal is a fragrance created from citronellal. The smell of hydroxycitronellal is often described as "citrus-like" or "melon-like".

Citronellol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is often derived from plants such as roses. In fact, it can be found in many essential oils including geranium, lavender, neroli, and more. The scent of Citronellol is often described as "fresh, grassy, and citrus-like".

Geraniol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is the main component of citronellol. It is a monoterpenoid and an alcohol.

BHT is a synthetic antioxidant. As an antioxidant, it helps your body fight off free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.

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

Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.

Chlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative. It helps protect a product against bacteria in order to extend shelf life. In most cases, Chlorphenesin is paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol and caprylyl glycol.

Sorbic Acid is a preservative. It is the most commonly used food preservative in the world.

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.