The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5

Water is the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. It often makes up the largest portion of a product, and is thus typically found at (or near) the top of an ingredients list.

In most cases, the purpose of water within an ingredient list is to act as a solvent - this means it's there to help dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.

Water also happens to be necessary for all life on Earth. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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.

Pentylene glycol is typically used within a product to thicken it, and also adds a smooth, soft, and moisturizing feel to the product.

This ingredient also acts as a mild preservative and helps to keep a product microbe-free.

An organic compound that helps absorption of product into skin.
Alternative name: 1,3-dihydroxypropane

We don't have a description for Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer.

Panthenol can be good for be good for sensitive skin.

We don't have a description for Ahnfeltia Concinna Extract.

An organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic compound that has antimicrobial and antiviral properties. It acts a humectant in skincare products, meaning it helps skin retain moisture by pulling moisture from the air.

We don't have a description for Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate.

Citric Acid is an AHA. It can help to reduce large pores. It can be bad for dry skin and cause irritation.