Humectant

2,3-Butanediol

Primarily a humectant of either natural or synthetic origin

Acetyl Glutamine

Derivative of glutamine, the most abundant amino acid in the body

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract

Aloe Barbadensis, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Aloe Vera

Offers antioxidant qualities to defend skin Delivers soothing properties to calm skin

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice

Aloe Barbadensis, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Aloe Vera, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract

Juice expressed from the leaves of the aloe plant Used for its soothing properties

Arginine Pca

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Atelocollagen

Collagen Amino Acids

Usually derived from cow skin

Bacillus Ferment

Derived from fermented Bacillus microorganisms Benefits vary by the strain used in the fermentation process

Betaine

Helps skin adapt to moisture losses and gains, essentially working to balance skin’s hydration

Bifida Ferment Lysate

Bifida Ferment Filtrate

Can help reactive skin become less sensitive Defends skin against environmental aggressors by strengthening its barrier

Calcium PCA

Key component of skin’s natural moisturizing factor As a skin care ingredient, this mineral electrolyte helps replenish skin’s barrier

Coleus Forskohlii Root Extract

Coleus forskohlii, Coleus barbatus, Plectranthus barbatus

Plant extract native to Asia, used for centuries in Ayurveda Compounds in the root have documented benefits for numerous skin concerns

Collagen

Critical component of skin Protein that provides skin structure

Collagen Extract

Usually animal-derived Cannot penetrate skin’s surface and cannot promote collagen production

Creatine

Adenosine Triphosphate

Amino acid found in the human body Serves as a precursor to adenosine triphosphate

Cryptomeria Japonica Leaf Extract

Japanese cedar extract with antimicrobial properties

D-Panthenol

Pantothenic Acid, Vitamin B5, D-Panthenol

Well-known hydrating ingredient May also help soothe sensitivity

Decarboxy Carnosine HCL

Carcinine, Carnosine

Biomimetic peptide (meaning it is lab-engineered to emulate a natural peptide in the body) Known for its antioxidant power and other anti-ageing effects

Decylene Glycol

A synthetic, skin-softening glycol

Deoxyribonucleic Acid

Deoxyribonucleic acid is a complex molecule that plays a key role in all aspects of skin health.

Dextran

Type of sugar that has water-binding properties for skin

Elastin

Animal-sourced fibrous protein that is purified for cosmetic purposes Cannot penetrate beyond skin’s surface when applied topically

Erythritol

Sugar Alcohol

Sugar alcohol with humectant properties Attracts and binds moisture to the skin

Fructooligosaccharides

FOS

An oligiosaccharide and carbohydrate made of short chains of fructose units Helps skin retain moisture, promoting a plump, hydrated appearance

Gigartina Stellata Extract

Mastocarpus stellatus

Rich source of antioxidants Visibly influences skin’s architecture

Glucomannan

Amorphophallus Konjac Root Powder, Konjac Mannan, Konjac Root Extract

Prebiotic sugar derived from the konjac plant root Excellent source of hydrating polysaccharides for skin

Glucosamine HCL

A form of glucosamine, an amino sugar that can be considered a

Glutamine

The most abudant amino acid in the body, glutamine can help

Gluten Ingredients

wheat

Gluten is a protein found in grains like wheat, rye, and barley

Glycereth-18

Synthetic, glycerin-based ingredient

Glycerin

glycerol, glycerine

Found naturally in skin Helps skin retain moisture

Glycerine

glycerol, glycerin

Is a skin-restoring ingredient, meaning it is found naturally in skin Functions as a humectant, helping skin retain moisture

Glycerol

glycerin, glycerine

Is a skin-restoring ingredient, meaning it is found naturally in skin Functions as a humectant, helping skin retain moisture

Glycine

Amino acid that helps the body create proteins Produced by the body

Glycoproteins

Peptides

A type of protein linked to a sugar Considered a type of peptide

Glycosaminoglycans

mucopolysaccharides, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate

Fundamental component of skin tissue Group of complex proteins

Honey

clarified honey, purified honey

Substance produced by bees from the nectar of flowering plants Has antioxidant and soothing properties

Hyaluronic Acid

Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer

Boosts skin's moisture content Provides antioxidant defense

Hydrolyzed Collagen

collagen peptides

Collagen that’s been broken down into smaller segments Increases skin’s moisture levels

Hydrolyzed Egg Shell Membrane

hydrolyzed eggshell membrane

Derived from the membrane lining egg shells

Hydrolyzed Elastin

marine elastin

Elastin that’s been separated into amino acids through hydrolysis Serves as a humectant, attracting water to skin

Hydrolyzed Extensin

carrot collagen

Plant-derived protein rich in amino acids

Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans

Hydrolyzed glycosaminoglycans are skin-replenishing ingredients

Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid

Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate

Hydrolyzed form of hyaluronic acid Has a lower molecular weight than hyaluronic acid

Hydrolyzed Silk

Hydrolyzed Silk Protein

Animal-derived byproduct from silkworm cocoons

Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate

Sodium hyaluronate that has gone through the process of hydrolysis Lower molecular weight than sodium hyaluronate (whose molecular weight is lower than hyaluronic acid)

Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein

Plant-derived hydrating ingredient Promotes water-binding and skin conditioning

Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein

Ingredient is a protein fraction from wheat Functions as a hair conditioning agent and texture enhancer

Hydroxyethyl Urea

Hydroxyethyl-Urea

Synthetic ingredient that serves to hydrate skin Helps maintain a normal moisture balance in skin's uppermost layers

Hydroxyproline

Glycine, Dipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline

A nonessential amino acid Critical component of collagen

Inulin

Polysaccharide

A prebiotic, plant-derived polysaccharide fiber Helps support a healthy skin microbiome

Isomalt

Polysaccharide that works as a humectant

Lactobacillus

Lactobacillus Ferment

Typically made by fermentation of simple organisms Helps condition and bind moisture to skin

Lactobacillus/Coconut Fruit Juice Ferment Filtrate

Lactobacillus Ferment, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract

Result of combining lactobacillus bacteria + coconut juice Blend starts a fermentation process that releases natural sugars

Lactobacillus/Rye Flour Ferment

Lactobacillus Ferment

Non-living probiotic made by fermenting rye flour with Lactobacillus Works as a humectant to draw and hold moisture to skin

Lactoperoxidase

Natural enzyme derived from milk Also found in human saliva and mucosal systems

Lactose

Principal sugar found in milk

Lauroyl Lysine

Functions as a skin-softening and hair-conditioning agent, imparting a silky feel

Leucine

Amino acid

Lysine

tranexamic acid, lysine HCI, lysine carboxymethyl cysteinate, arginine/lysine polypeptide

Essential amino acid for collagen formation

Magnesium Aspartate

Magnesium Sulfate

A magnesium salt of amino acid aspartic acid

Magnesium Palmitoyl Glutamate

Magnesium palmitoyl glutamate is an amino acid (glutamic acid)

Maltooligosyl Glucoside

Used in skin care as a binding agent, emulsifier, hydrator, texture enhancer, and film former

Maltose

maltobiose

A plant-derived sugar that consists of two glucose molecules

Mannitol

Sucrose (related ingredient)

Sugar alcohol with humectant and antioxidant properties

Mannose

Glucose

Natural sugar for hydration and skin repair

Melibiose

Melibiose is a saccharide that can have good water-binding properties.

Methyl Gluceth-20

Glucam ™ E-20

Functions as a moisturizing and conditioning ingredient

Methylglucoside Phosphate

Sugar-derived energy booster for skin cells

Methylsilanol Mannuronate

Silicone-algae complex for firming and elasticity

Milk Protein

Nourishing proteins for skin conditioning

Mucopolysaccharide

Glycosaminoglycans

Natural sugars for deep tissue hydration

Myristyl Nicotinate

Enhanced Vitamin B3 for improved absorption

N-Hydroxysuccinimide

Peptide activator targeting dark circles

NaPCA

sodium PCA

Natural moisturising factor component

Natural Moisturizing Factor (NMF)

Amino Acids, Peptides

Skin-identical complex for optimal hydration

Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Extract

Derived from the seed of Oryza sativa, a type of rice

Palmitoyl Proline

Proline

Amino acid derivative for collagen support

Pantothenic Acid

Panthenol

Also called vitamin B5, research shows it can be effective for hydration

PCA

pyrrolidone carboxylic acid

PCA (which stands for pyrrolidone carboxylic acid) is an

Pentylene Glycol

Pentylene glycol is an ingredient which is found naturally

Phospholipid

Lecithin

Phospholipids are types of lipids (fats) composed of

Plankton Extract

A marine species known as Thalasso plankton and derived

Polydextrose

Polydextrose is a polymer composed of glucose, sorbitol and

Potassium PCA

Potassium PCA is the potassium salt of PCA (pyrrolidone

Proline

Cocoyl Proline

Proline is an amino acid that is used in the body’s synthesis of proteins

Royal Jelly

Propolis Extract

Royal jelly is a substance created by worker bees

Saccharide Isomerate

Pentavitin

Saccharide isomerate is a complex mixture of hydrating

Saccharomyces Lysate

Yeast

Saccharomyces lysate is a probiotic yeast obtained by fermentation

Sarcosine

n-methyl glycine

Sarcosine is a natural amino acid (also known as n-methyl

Skin-Replenishing Ingredients

Skin-replenishing ingredients are skin care ingredients

Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer

Modified hyaluronic acid with enhanced skin retention

Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate

Glycosaminoglycans

Derived from natural mucopolysaccharides, it functions as a

Sodium Hyaluronate

Hyaluronic Acid

Skin-identical humectant for deep, lasting hydration

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer

Sodium Hyaluronate

Cross-linked HA for extended surface hydration

Sodium PCA

NaPCA

Sodium PCA is the sodium salt of PCA (pyrrolidone

Sorbitol

Glycerin

Sorbitol is a type of sugar that can be created

Trehalose

Water-binding plant sugar that delivers hydrating properties for skin

Tremella Fuciformis Extract

Snow mushroom with superior hydration capacity

Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Protein

Wheat Protein, Natural Moisturizing Factor (NMF)

Ingredient is a protein extracted from wheat Serves as a skin-softening agent

Valine

Amino Acids

An essential amino acid that provides hydrating benefits One part of a soothing peptide also made of lysine and proline

Wheat Amino Acids

N/A

A blend of amino acids from wheat protein Most often used in hair-care products as a conditioning agent

Wheat Protein

Triticum vulgare protein

Wheat protein (also known as Triticum vulgare protein) is

Whey Protein

N/A

Ingredient is a form of protein derived from milk Functions as a hair-conditioning and skin-softening agent

Xylitol

A sugar that may be plant-derived or lab-made

Xylitylglucoside

Aquaxyl

N/A

Xylose

Glucose

A form of sugar Has hydrating properties for skin

Xymenynic Acid

A synthetic fatty acid Functions as a skin-softening agent

zinc gluconate

Zinc Stearate

The zinc salt of gluconic acid, a mild acid produced from the sugar glucose

Zinc PCA

Derived from zinc