Ingredient Library
The Ingredient Library
Learn everything you need to know about our ingredients.
1,2-HEXANEDIOL
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
A gentle, multi-functional preservative booster and humectant that is much safer and less irritating than parabens.
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Helps preserve the formula and adds moisture to the skin.
Acrylates Copolymer
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
To create the perfect texture that isn’t too runny or too thick.
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Functions as a texture enhancer and film-former to keep the product stable on your skin.
Adenosine
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
A powerhouse soothing and anti-aging ingredient derived from yeast.
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Naturally-Derived
WHAT IT DOES
Energizes the skin’s surface to look smoother and younger while calming inflammation.
Allantoin
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
The ultimate skin-soother found in the Comfrey plant.
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Prevents irritation, heals the skin barrier, and keeps skin calm.
Aluminum Hydroxide
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
Used to coat our Titanium Dioxide particles in the sunscreen.
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Helps the sunscreen spread evenly and prevents it from reacting with other ingredients.
Arginine
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
An amino acid that naturally exists in the body.
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Natural
WHAT IT DOES
Acts as a pH adjuster to ensure the formula is compatible with your skin, while offering antioxidant benefits.
Ascorbyl Glucoside
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
A stable form of Vitamin C that brightens without the sting.
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Fades dark spots and boosts radiance.
BHT
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
A potent antioxidant used in tiny amounts to protect the product itself.
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Prevents the ingredients from oxidizing (going bad/smelling rancid).
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
One of the most advanced broad-spectrum UV filters available today.
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Absorbs both UVA and UVB rays to protect skin from aging and burning.
Butylene Glycol
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
A texture enhancer that makes the product feel light, not sticky.
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Helps ingredients dissolve and penetrate while adding hydration
C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside & C14-22 Alcohols
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
A gentle emulsifying pair that mimics the skin’s lipid structure.
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Naturally-Derived
WHAT IT DOES
Mixes oil and water ingredients together to create a smooth cream.
Calcium Gluconate
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
A mineral supplement for the skin.
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Helps soothe the skin and maintain barrier function.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
A silky oil derived from coconut that never feels greasy.
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Naturally-Derived
WHAT IT DOES
Moisturizes and replenishes the skin surface.
Caprylyl Glycol
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
A humectant that doubles as a preservative booster.
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Softens the skin and keeps bacteria out of the jar.
Carbomer
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
The ingredient responsible for the satisfying “gel” texture.
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Thickens water-based formulas into a gel that holds moisture.
Ceramide NP
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
The essential building block of a healthy skin barrier.
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Naturally-Derived
WHAT IT DOES
Rebuilds the “mortar” between skin cells to lock in hydration.
Cetearyl Alcohol
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
A “good” fatty alcohol (not the drying kind!) that softens skin.
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Naturally-Derived
WHAT IT DOES
Gives creams their white, fluffy consistency and moisturizes.
Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
A silicone-based emulsifier.
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Helps water mix with silicones for a silky, spreadable texture.
Choleth-24
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
An emulsifier specifically used for our Ceramide complex.
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Helps ceramides dissolve in water so they can absorb into your skin.
Cyanocobalamin
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
The vitamin that gives our cleansing serum its natural pink color.
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Soothes sensitive skin and supports skin health.
Cyclohexasiloxane & Cyclopentasiloxane
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
Lightweight, volatile silicones that evaporate after application.
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Allows the product to spread easily and then “set” to a velvet finish.
Dibutyl Adipate
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
A clear, oil-like solvent.
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Helps dissolve UV filters so the sunscreen is smooth, not gritty.
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
A superior photostable chemical sunscreen filter.
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Provides high protection specifically against UVA rays (aging rays).
Dimethyl Isosorbide
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
A smart solvent that boosts penetration.
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Helps ingredients like HPR penetrate deeper into the skin without irritation.
Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
A premium silicone emollient.
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Provides a long-lasting, glossy (but not oily) feel to the skin.
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
An active compound from Licorice that is amazing for redness.
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Naturally-Derived
WHAT IT DOES
Gives creams their white, fluffy consistency and moisturizes.
Dipropylene Glycol
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
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Naturally-Derived
WHAT IT DOES
Gives creams their white, fluffy consistency and moisturizes.
Disodium EDTA
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
Chelating agents that keep the formula “clean”.
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Naturally-Derived
WHAT IT DOES
Gives creams their white, fluffy consistency and moisturizes.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
A classic UVB filter.
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Protects the skin from UVB rays (burning rays)
Ethylhexyl Palmitate
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
A texture enhancer derived from palm oil.
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Naturally-Derived
WHAT IT DOES
Boosts the SPF capability of other sunscreen ingredients.
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
A liquid UVB filter.
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Protects the skin from UVB rays (burning rays)
Ethylhexylglycerin
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
A skin-softening preservative booster
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Keeps the formula safe from bacteria while conditioning the skin.
Glycerin
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
The gold standard of hydration.
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Naturally-Derived
WHAT IT DOES
Draws moisture into the skin to keep it plump.
Glyceryl Glucoside
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
A next-gen hydrator that targets Aquaporins (water channels).
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Naturally-Derived
WHAT IT DOES
Distributes moisture to deeper layers of the skin.
Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
An antioxidant-rich plant oil
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Natural
WHAT IT DOES
Smoothes skin and protects it from environmental damage.
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
A non-comedogenic oil rich in Linoleic Acid.
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Natural
WHAT IT DOES
Repairs the barrier and breaks down makeup in cleansers.
Hydrogenated Lecithin
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
An emulsifier with a structure similar to skin cells.
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Naturally-Derived
WHAT IT DOES
Repairs the barrier and helps actives absorb better.
Hydroxyacetophenone
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
An antioxidant that also stabilizes the formula.
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Soothes skin and boosts the effectiveness of preservatives.
Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
The “Greenflag” Retinoid
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Anti-aging and anti-acne without the irritation of traditional retinol.
Isododecane & Isohexadecane
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
Ultra-lightweight solvents.
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Makes heavy formulas feel weightless and matte.
Magnesium Chloride
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
A mineral salt.
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Helps improve skin barrier recovery.
Niacinamide
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
The multitasking superstar.
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Brightens, controls oil, strengthens barrier, and soothes.
Palmitoyl Terapeptide-7
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Panthenol
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
The soothing healer.
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Calms redness and heals the skin barrier.
Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
A high-performance emollient.
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Gives a cushiony, luxurious feel to the serum.
Pentylene Glycol
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
A moisture-binding solvent.
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Hydrates and protects the formula from bacteria.
Phenoxyethanol
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
A gentle, globally approved preservative.
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Keeps the product safe from dangerous bacteria and mold.
Polyglyceryl-10 Behenate/Eicosadioate
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
A plant-based emulsifier.
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Naturally-Derived
WHAT IT DOES
Stabilizes the oil-to-milk transformation in our cleanser.
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
Spherical powder particles.
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Provides a “soft-focus” effect to blur pores and creates a non-sticky finish.
Polysilicone-15
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Polysilicone-20
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Polysilicone-80
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Propanediol
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
A natural alternative to propylene glycol.
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Naturally-Derived
WHAT IT DOES
Hydrates skin and improves ingredient absorption.
Pyridoxine HCl
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
A vitamin essential for skin balance.
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Helps regulate sebum and maintain healthy skin.
Retinol
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
The gold standard of anti-aging.
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Increases cell turnover to treat wrinkles and acne.
Silica
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
A natural mineral powder.
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Mineral
WHAT IT DOES
Absorbs excess oil and prevents sunscreen from feeling greasy.
Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Sodium Chloride
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
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Natural
WHAT IT DOES
Used to thicken and stabilize the texture of water-in-oil emulsions.
Sodium Citrate
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
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Natural
WHAT IT DOES
Sodium Hyaluronate
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
The salt form of Hyaluronic Acid.
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Naturally-Derived
WHAT IT DOES
Draws massive amounts of water into the skin.
Sodium Phytate
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Sorbitan Isostearate
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Sorbitan Oleate
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Squalane
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Stearic Acid
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Sucrose Palmitate
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Titanium Dioxide
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Tocopherol
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Trehalose
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Tremella Fuciformis (Mushroom) Extract
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Tromethamine
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Water
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Xanthan Gum
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
Yeast Extract
WHY WE CHOOSE IT
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Synthetic
WHAT IT DOES
