Guerlain

Abeille Royale Youth Watery Anti-Aging Oil

Triglycerol

Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-hydro-.omega.-hydroxy-, ether with methyl .beta.-d-glucopyranoside (4:1)

Alcohol

What it does: Antimicrobial, Astringent, Masking, Solvent

A drink, cleanser, and common ingredient in skincare products. Alcohols are a group of organic compounds with many forms. In many cases, ‘alcohol’ refers to ethanol in cosmetics. Ethanol is commonly used as an astringent and is antimicrobial. However, it can be drying on the skin and can destroy your skin’s natural barrier with long-term use. Alternate name: Ethanol

Royal Jelly

What it does:

Royal Jelly is the pharyngeal secretion of worker bees

Oxirane, methyl-, polymer with oxirane, monobutyl ether

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

D-Mannitol

Peg 40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil

What it does: Emulsifying

Castor oil (Ricinus communis), hydrogenated, ethoxylated (40 mol EO average molar ratio)

Cellulose

Honey

What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning

Mel (EU)

Parfum

What it does: Masking, Perfuming

Used to add fragrance; can be made from essential oils or aroma compounds.

Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 is a copolymer of ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate, dimethylacrylamide, lauryl methacrylate and laureth-4 methacrylate, crosslinked with trimethylolpropane triacrylate

A type of sodium salt from citric acid, it is rich in antioxidants and aids in preservation. In cosmetics, it is most often used a pH balancer. Alternate name: Trisodium citrate

2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, homopolymer, ester with 1,2,3-propanetriol

Tocopheryl Acetate

What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning

A form of Vitamin E, which has antioxidant properties. Alternate names: 3,4-Dihydro-2,5,7,8-tetramethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-2H-benzopyran-6-yl acetate

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

What it does: Masking, Perfuming, Skin Conditioning

A fatty acid found in the milk of mammals, coconuts, and palm-kernels. It is antibacterial, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory. Alternate names: Decanoic acid, ester with 1,2,3-propanetriol octanoate; Glycerides, mixed decanoyl and octanoyl

Citric Acid

What it does: Masking

A weak, organic acid naturally occurring in citrus fruits. AKA 2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic acid

.Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-hydro-.omega.-hydroxy-, (8 mol EO average molar ratio)

Ammonium butenoate, polymer with propenoic acid, butenoic acid, and/or alkyl propenoates

Fluorphlogopite, Mg3K[AlF2O(SiO3)3] (synthetic)

Commiphora Mukul Resin Extract is an extract of the resin of Commiphora mukul, Burseraceae

Limonene

What it does: Perfuming, Solvent

A major part of the peels of citrus fruit. It is most commonly used as a fragrance in cosmetic products. Alternate names: 1-Methyl-4-Isopropenylcyclohexene; dipentene

Caramel (color). The substance obtained by controlled heat treatment of food-grade carbohydrates. Food-grade acids, alkalies, and salts may be used to assist carmelization. Food-grade antifoaming agents may be used in an amount not greater than that required to produce the intended effect. Consists essentially of colloidal aggregates that are dispersible in water but only partly dispersible in alcohol-water solutions. Depending upon the particular carmelizing agent used, may have a positive or negative colloidal charge in solution.

Triethyl Citrate

What it does: Masking, Perfuming

Triethyl citrate

Benzyl Salicylate

What it does: Perfuming, UV Absorber

Benzyl salicylate

CI 77891 is classed chemically as an inorganic colour. It conforms to the formula. It is usually a white color.

Sodium Metabisulfite

What it does: Antioxidant, Preservative

Disodium disulphite

Iron oxide

Geraniol

What it does: Perfuming, Tonic

Geraniols are monoterpenoids found in rose oil, palmarosa oil, citronella oil, lemongrass oil, lavender oil, and other oils of fruits and vegetables. It is colorless and has low water-solubility. It can be irritating for sensitive skin. 2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, (2E)-

Hydroxycitronellal

What it does: Perfuming

7-Hydroxycitronellal

Sodium lactate

Alpha Isomethyl Ionone

What it does: Perfuming, Skin Conditioning

3-Methyl-4-(2,6,6-trimethyl-2-cyclohexenyl)-3-buten-2-one; Methyl-gamma-ionone; gamma-Methylionone

Citronellol

What it does: Perfuming

A fragrance derived from flowers and plants. It smells like roses but can be irritating on the skin. Alternate name: 3,7-Dimethyl-6-octen-1-ol

Diiron trioxide; Ferric oxide

Cellulose, 2-hydroxypropyl methyl ether

Linalool

What it does: Perfuming

Linalool is found in flowers and spice plants. It is most commonly used as fragrance. Alternate names: 3,7-Dimethyl octa-1,6-diene-3-ol

Tin Oxide

What it does: Abrasive

Tin dioxide (CI 77861)

BHT

What it does: Antioxidant, Masking

Full name: Butylated Hydroxy Toluene. It is an antioxidant made synthetically and often used for preserving. Alternate name: 2,6-Di-tert-butyl-p-cresol

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

Disodium 3-[(2,4-dimethyl-5-sulphonatophenyl)azo]-4-hydroxynaphthalene-1-sulphonate

Glycine, N-(1-oxohexadecyl)-L-valylglycyl-L-valyl-L-alanyl-L-prolyl-