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Squalane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.

Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is a synthetic polymer. Polymers are compounds with high molecular weight. Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is an emollient and texture enhancer.

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 Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer.

This is a synthetic polymer. It helps improve the texture of products by adding thickness and gel-like feel.

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

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.

We don't have a description for Methoxy Peg-114/Polyepsilon Caprolactone.

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

Glyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.

Stearic Acid is a fatty acid. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.

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.

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

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.

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

We don't have a description for Hydrolyzed Ginseng Saponins.

Glyceryl Caprylate comes from glycerin and caprylic acid, a fatty acid from coconut.

We don't have a description for Arachidyl Glucoside.

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.

Sorbitan Isostearate is an emulsifer and cleaning agent. It is created from isostearic acid and sorbitol.

Polysorbate 60 is used to help stabilize products. It is a surfactant and emulsifier. These properties help keep ingredients together in a product. Surfactants help reduce surface tension between ingredients with different states, such as liquids and solids. Emulsifiers help prevent oils and waters from separating.

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

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

Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate is an emulsifier and helps condition the skin. It is amino acid-based.

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

Panax Ginseng Root is a popular herb from Asia. This root contains antioxidants, favonoids, and vitamins B12 and D.

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.

Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.

Honey comes from bees. It is mainly made up of fructose and glucose. Honey also contains amino acids, peptides, Vitamins A, C, and E. Vitamins A, C, and E all offer numerous skin benefits.

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

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 Rehmannia Glutinosa Root Extract.

Panax Ginseng Flower Extract is an antioxidant.

We don't have a description for Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract.

We don't have a description for Lilium Candidum Bulb Extract.

We don't have a description for Polygonatum Odoratum Rhizome Extract.

Myristic Acid is a saturated fatty acid. It is naturally found in milk fat. Other sources include palm oil, coconut oil, and butter fat.

Arachidic Acid is a fatty acid naturally found in peanut oil and cocoa butter. Like other fatty acids, arachidic acid moisturizes the skin.

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

Nelumbium Speciosum Flower Extract comes from the Lotus Flower, Nelumbiumspeciosum.

Phytosphingosine is a phospholipid naturally found in our skin. It helps moisturize, soothe, and protect skin.

We don't have a description for Sodium Polyaspartate.

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

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.

We don't have a description for Sodium Methyl Stearoyl Taurate.

Acetyl Heptapeptide-4 is a peptide.

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

Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.

Acetyl Octapeptide-3 is a synthetic peptide. It is often called a botox alternative due to its ability to restrict the movement of muscles, and thus reduce the appearance of fine-lines.