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Potassium hydroxide is commonly known as caustic potash. It is used to fix the pH of a product or as a cleaning agent in soap. In cleansers, it is used for the saponification of oils.

Salix Alba Bark Extract comes from the white willow tree, which is native to Europe and Central Asia.

Carthamus Tinctorius Oleosomes isn't fungal acne safe.

Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil comes from the grape vine. Grape seeds are a byproduct of creating grape juice or wine.

This extract comes from the Roselle flower, or Hibiscus Sabdariffa. Roselle flowers are rich in antioxidants and have anti-aging benefits.

Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).

We don't have a description for Honey Extract.

We don't have a description for Echinacea Purpurea Root Extract.

Propolis Extract is also known as bee glue.

Royal Jelly Extract comes from a secretion made by worker honeybees. This secretion is white and described as creamy.

This ingredient is created by putting sodium hyaluronate through hydrolysis.

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.

Curcuma Longa Root Extract is from the spice, turmeric. Besides being a healthy and delicious spice, turmeric also has plenty of skincare benefits. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-microbial properties.

Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil is derived from the kernels of the argania spinosa tree. You may know it as argan oil.

Zingiber Officinale is more commonly known as ginger.

Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Oil is an oil.

Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil is the oil extracted from the seeds of the meadowfoam plant. This oil is non-fragrant and is an emollient. As an emollient, meadowfoam seed oil helps soften and hydrate the skin.

We don't have a description for Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit/Leaf Extract.

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

Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract is more commonly known as the bitter orange. Native to Southeast Asia, this extract is commonly found in both cosmetics and foods.

Citrus Limon Fruit Extract comes from lemons. While lemon extract is exfoliating and antimicrobial, it can also cause skin sensitivity.

We don't have a description for Acer Saccharum Extract.

Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract is extract from the neem plant.

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil derived from the seeds of a Sunflower. Sunflower seed oil is non-fragrant. It is an emollient, meaning it helps to soften the skin.

Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract is from the Neem tree. Neem trees originate from India.

Salvia Hispanica Seed Oil is an oil and isn't fungal acne safe.

Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.

Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.

Arachidyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol made from peanut oil. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and thickener.

Sclerotium Gum is a polysaccharide gum made by the fungus, Sclerotium rolfssii. It is similar to xanthan gum.

Coco-Glucoside is a surfactant, or a cleansing ingredient. It is made from glucose and coconut oil.

Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 is a texture enhancer and pH adjuster.

A type of fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product. They are usually derived from natural fats and oils and therefore do not have the same drying or irritating effect as traditional alcohols.

We don't have a description for Arachidyl Glucoside.

Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.

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.

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

Corallina Officinalis Extract is from the red seaweed, Corallina Officinalis. This seaweed is found all over the world but is most common in the rocky shores of Great Britain and Ireland.

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

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

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 Ocimum Basilicum Flower/Leaf Extract.

Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract comes from the Holy Basil plant. Holy Basil is native to India.

T-Butyl Alcohol it is most commonly used as a solvent.

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

We don't have a description for Calcium Gluconate.

Citral is a fragrance and used to add a lemon-like scent to products. It is both naturally found in plants and created synthetically. In plants, it is commonly occurring in lemon myrtle, lemongrass, lemon tea-tree, lemon verbena, and other citruses.