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Isononyl Isononanoate is a synthetic skin-conditioner and texture enhancer. It is created from nonanoic acid, a fatty acid found in cocoa and lavender oil.

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.

We don't have a description for C17-26 Isoalkane.

Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer (let's call it AAVC for short) is a synthetically created polymer. It's used as a film-forming agent and used to thicken the consistency of products.

Cetearyl Olivate is an emulsifier and texture enhancer. It is derived from the fatty acids of olive oil and Cetearyl alcohol, and is biodegradable.

Heptyl Undecylenate isn't fungal acne safe.

Sorbitan Olivate is created from the fatty acids in olive oil and sorbitol.

Xanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is a synthetic polymer. It is used to thicken and improve the texture of products.

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

Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer is made up of glycerin and polyacrylic acid. It helps hydrate your skin as a humectant.

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

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.

Dextrin is used to thicken a product and helps bind ingredients together. It is created from starch and glycogen.

This ingredient is extracted from the seeds of the cocoa tree.

Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract comes from the leaves of an herb plant native to Southeast Asia. Centella Asiatica is rich in antioxidants and amino acids. It can help reduce irritation and soothe the skin.

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

Sodium Lactate is the sodium salt of lactic acid, an AHA. It is a humectant and used to adjust the pH of a product.

Maltodextrin is a polysaccharide. It is derived from starch such as rice, corn, wheat, or potato starch.

Ascorbic Acid is is pure Vitamin C. This form makes up the largest amount of vitamin C found naturally in our skin.

Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (MAP) is a form of Vitamin C and is an antioxidant. It can help to reduce redness, improve skin texture, reduce the effects of aging, reduce the visibility of dark spots, and brighten skin.

Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate is a version of ascorbic acid, or pure Vitamin C.

Ferulic Acid is a plant based antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells. Ferulic Acid can help reduce the formation of fine lines and hyperpigmentation.

Palmitoyl Isoleucine isn't fungal acne safe.

Arginine is an amino acid that is important for human development. Your body uses is it to produce hair keratin and skin collagen.

Aspartic Acid is an amino acid that our bodies produce naturally. It is an antioxidant.

PCA is derived from amino acids and is naturally found in our skin's barrier.

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

We don't have a description for Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate.

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

Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate is an ester of lauric acid and Polyglycerin-10.

Calcium Pantothenate is calcium salt from Vitamin B5. It can be naturally found in plants and animals.

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

Alanine is an amino acid and is already found in the human body.

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

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.

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

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

Palmitic Acid is a fatty acid found in our skin. In cosmetics, it is usually derived from palm oil. It is a cleanser, emollient, and emulsifier.

Serine is an amino acid naturally found in our body. Our bodies use amino acids to create protein.

We don't have a description for Valine.

Resveratrol is a famous emerging antioxidant. It is a good alternative for sensitive skin types who cannot tolerate retinoids.

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

We don't have a description for Isoleucine.

Threonine is an amino-acid. It helps hydrate the skin and has antioxidant benefits.

Proline is an amino-acid. It helps moisturize the skin and plays an important role in creating proteins.

We don't have a description for Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract.

We don't have a description for Sodium Polyphosphate.

Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.

We don't have a description for Pyridoxine Hcl.

Phenylalanine is an amino acid. It is a skin soothing and hydrating ingredient. Amino acids play a crucial role in wound healing and skin hydration.

We don't have a description for Histidine.

Sodium Ascorbate is a form of Vitamin C. It is derived from the sodium salt of ascorbic acid.

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5 isn't fungal acne safe and is a peptide.

Glucose is a simple sugar and is the most important source of energy in all organisms.

Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate is a peptide.

Tricalcium Phosphate is an exfoliant.

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

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

Silica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.

Copper Tripeptide-1 is a peptide naturally found in body fluids. Peptides are building blocks for protein.

Chondrus Crispus Extract comes from a red algae native to the northern Atlantic coasts of Europe and North America.

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

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.

This form of hyaluronic acid is produced through fermentation.

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

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.

Tripeptide-1 is a peptide.

Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid is a form of hyaluronic acid. It is created by the hydrolysis of hyaluronic acid with a high molecular weight. Once created, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid has a low molecular weight.

Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate is a type of Hyaluronic Acid.

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

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

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 is a 3-amino acid peptide. Peptides are building blocks for protein.

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.

Tripeptide-2 is a peptide.

Hexapeptide-11 is a peptide.

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.

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

Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 is a peptide. Peptides are building blocks for protein.

You might know this ingredients as Matrixyl. It is a peptide.

Hyaluronic acid is naturally found in healthy skin. It is a humectant, meaning it draws moisture to your skin.

Hexapeptide-9 is a peptide.

Nonapeptide-1 is created from amino acids including arginine and lysine.

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer is a type of hyaluronic acid. In fact, it is modified version of hyaluronic acid.

This ingredient is created by putting sodium hyaluronate through hydrolysis.

We don't have a description for Potassium Hyaluronate.