CeraVe

Hydrating Facial Cleanser

Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-(1-oxooctadecyl)-.omega.-hydroxy- (40 mol EO average molar ratio)

Stearyl Alcohol

What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Masking

A common 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.

Potassium dihydrogenorthophosphate

Ceramide Np

What it does: Skin Conditioning

Ceramide NP is one type of ceramide. Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin. Ceramide NP,1,3,4-Octadecanetriol, 2-Octadecanamide,Stearoyl-C18-Phytosphingosine,Stearoyl-4-Hydroxysphinganine

Ceramide Ap

What it does: Skin Conditioning

Ceramide AP is a type of Ceramide. Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin. 1,3,4-Octadecanetriol, 2-(2-Hydroxy) Stearamide

Ceramide EOP

What it does: Skin Conditioning

Ceramide EOP is a type of Ceramide. Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin. Ceramide EOP,1,3,4-Octadecanetriol, 2-Stearoyloxyheptacosamide,Stearoyloxyheptacosanoyl-C18-Phytosphingosine,Stearoyloxyheptacosanoyl-4-Hydroxysphinganine

These are polymers made from Acrylic Acid. They help to keep an in-soluble solid in a liquid and to prevent the separation of ingredients. Alternate names: 2-Propenoic acid, polymer with 2,2-bis(hydroxymethyl)propane-1,3-diol 2-propenyl ether

Glyceryl Stearate

What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying

Helps blend the water and oil together within a product, can act as a stabilizer, and adds volume. Glyceryl Stearate can be derived from vegetable or animal fats, and is naturally occurring in our bodies. Alternate names: Stearic acid, monoester with glycerol

Behentrimonium Methosulfate

What it does:

Docosyltrimethylammonium methyl sulphate

Sodium 2-(1-carboxylatoethoxy)-1-methyl-2-oxoethyl laurate

Sodium Hyaluronate

What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning

Hyaluronic Acid is a humectant, meaning it has the ability to hold water and rehydrate skin. Because of this, it is great for soothing and adding moisture to dry skin. It is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints; it is commonly derived from sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.

Cholesterol is used to soothe skin and may help bind ingredients. Alternate name: Cholest-5-en-3-ol (beta)-

Phenoxyethanol

What it does: Preservative

Germicidal, antimicrobial, and aromatic. Often used as a perfume fixative, antiseptic, or preserving agent in pharmaceutical products. Alternate name: 2-Phenoxyethanol

Mainly used to improve stability when a product is exposed to air. Colourless and water-soluble. Alternate name: Disodium dihydrogen ethylenediaminetetraacetate

Dipotassium hydrogenorthophosphate

Tocopherol

What it does: Antioxidant, Masking, Skin Conditioning

A common antioxidant that protects against UVB rays and has soothing properties Alternate names: 3,4-Dihydro-2,5,7,8-tetramethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-2H-benzopyran-6-ol; .alpha.-tocopherol; Vitamin E

Phytosphingosine

What it does: Skin Conditioning

1,3,4-Octadecanetriol, 2-amino-, (2S, 3S, 4R)-

Helps prevent ingredients from separating and helps to add thickness. Can be made by fermenting simple sugars.

Cetyl Alcohol

What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Masking

A type of fatty alcohol obtained naturally or synthetically. It helps to soften skin and can be used for keeping ingredients together or adding volume. Alternate name: Hexadecan-1-ol

Polysorbate 20

What it does: Emulsifying

Used to prevent ingredients from separating. Alternate names: Sorbitan, monododecanoate, poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl) derivs.

A common preservative for cosmetic products. AKA 1,2-Propanediol, 3-(2-ethylhexyloxy)