Niacinamide
Popularly known as the beauty ingredient, Niacinamide (also called nicotinamide) is a form of vitamin B-3, and not only does it protect the skin from environmental damage, but it also helps build proteins for healthier skin. The benefits offered by this ingredient are massive, and one can depend on it for skin rejuvenation and protection.
Betaine
Betaine is a wonderful ingredient that is present naturally in the human body. It is added to cosmetic and personal care products to replenish the lost moisture content and balance the skin’s natural hydration. Betaine works well with almost all the other ingredients and has zero side effects.
Isoamyl Laurate
Isoamyl laurate is a non-oily, silky, non-greasy emollient that can be used in a variety of skincare, color cosmetic, and hair care applications. It comes from plants and is typically made from coconut or beetroot. It is a naturally occurring, oily liquid that is colorless to yellowish and has received Ecocert approval. It is regarded as a natural silicone substitute.
Propylene Glycol
Propylene glycol is a humectant and is widely used in cosmetics and skincare to increase the moisture retention capacity of the products. It is a colorless, viscous liquid that is nearly odorless and has a faintly sweet taste. Formula of Propylene glycol is C3H8O2. This synthetic alcohol has the ability to absorb water and bring it to the outermost layer of the skin, thus enhancing the appearance of the skin by restoring suppleness and reducing flakiness. Products with Propylene glycol have very low volatility and do not irritate the skin.
Cucumber Extract
Cucumber extract is a botanic extract that is commonly used in skin care products due to its moisturizing and skin conditioning properties. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. Cucumber extract is a popular ingredient in many skin care products, including toners, serums, and creams.
Calendula Extract
Calendula Officinalis Extract, derived from the calendula flower, is a botanical ingredient widely used in cosmetics for its soothing and skin-conditioning properties. This extract is a golden to amber-colored liquid, rich in flavonoids, carotenoids, and essential oils, which contribute to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. In cosmetics, it is added to various products like creams, balms, and serums to soothe and nurture the skin, making it a popular choice for those seeking gentle and natural skincare solutions. Calendula Officinalis Extract, also known as calendula oil, boasts numerous benefits, offering a gentle and nurturing touch to enhance the overall complexion and skin care experience.
Moringa Extract
Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, derived from the seeds of the Moringa Oleifera tree, is a prized ingredient in cosmetics and skincare. Its chemical formula primarily consists of triglycerides and fatty acids. This lightweight, pale yellow to greenish oil is rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and essential fatty acids, making it a potent natural moisturizer and emollient. Moringa Seed Oil's nourishing properties make it a sought-after component in cosmetics, known for its ability to hydrate, rejuvenate, and protect the skin. It is often found in creams, lotions, serums, and hair care products.
Turmeric Extract
Curcuma Longa Root Extract, commonly known as Turmeric Root Extract, is derived from the roots of the Curcuma longa plant. It is a botanical extract widely used in cosmetics for its various beneficial properties. In cosmetic products, it often appears as a yellow-orange powder or liquid. Curcuma Longa Root Extract is widely known for its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and skin-brightening properties, making it a popular ingredient in skincare formulations targeting radiance, even complexion, and overall skin health.
Licorice Extract
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, also known as Licorice Root Extract, is a natural ingredient derived from the root of the Glycyrrhiza Glabra plant. In cosmetics, this botanical extract is prized for its skin-soothing and anti-inflammatory properties. Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract contains active compounds like glycyrrhizic acid and flavonoids, which help reduce redness, irritation, and inflammation, making it suitable for sensitive and problematic skin. Its appearance is typically a pale yellow to brownish liquid, and it is often used in various skincare products, such as serums, creams, and toners, to promote a calm and rejuvenated complexion.
Willow Bark Extract
Salix Alba Bark Extract, derived from the bark of the white willow tree (Salix alba), is a botanical ingredient widely used in cosmetics. Renowned for its natural salicylates, including salicin, it exhibits anti-inflammatory and exfoliating properties. In skincare formulations, Salix Alba Bark Extract contributes to gentle exfoliation, promoting cell turnover and aiding in acne treatment. Its appearance varies, but it is often a brownish liquid or powder.
Prickly Pear Extract
Organic Prickly Pear Oil is a yellowish to greenish liquid vegetable oil obtained by cold pressing from the organic seeds of “Opuntia Ficus Indica”. The remarkable composition of this product gives it a powerful anti-oxidative activity, a high moisturizing value, and real cell rejuvenating ability. Because of these benefits, this product is used in premium anti-aging range, very dry skin care products (for hands or for foot), dry hair care, and after sun cosmetic applications.
Gingseng Extract
Panax Ginseng Root Extract is a botanical extract derived from the roots of the Panax ginseng plant, a traditional medicinal herb. It is widely used in cosmetics for its potential skincare benefits. The extract typically appears as a brownish-yellow liquid or powder, depending on the formulation. Panax Ginseng Root Extract contains various bioactive compounds, such as ginsenosides, polysaccharides, and antioxidants, which are believed to have revitalizing and anti-aging properties. This ingredient is incorporated into skincare products like creams, serums, and masks, aiming to improve skin texture, promote collagen production, and provide antioxidant protection against environmental stressors.
Oat Beta Glucan
Beta-Glucan is a natural, soluble polysaccharide found in the cell walls of oats, yeast, and some mushrooms. It has a chemical formula of C18H32O16 and appears as a white to off-white powder. In cosmetics and personal care products, Beta-Glucan is used as a moisturizer and skin-soothing agent. It helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, improves skin texture, and enhances skin elasticity. Products containing Beta-Glucan include facial creams, lotions, and serums. Its natural origin and multiple benefits make it a popular ingredient in natural and organic cosmetic products.
Mulberry Extract
Morus Alba Root Extract has potential skin care benefits and is widely used in the personal care industry. This extract is rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, offering properties that help brighten and even out the complexion. Morus Alba Root Extract is often utilized in skincare formulations targeting hyperpigmentation, age spots, and dull skin.
Phytosqualene
AQUA PHYTOSQUALANE is PEG, PPG and GMO-free nano emulsion, which contain a natural vegetable oil squalene. This product can be mixed in water phase easily using a simple mixing and allows extra soft textures. It can be used as an ADD-IN process after O/W & W/O emulsion.
Phospholipids
A type of lipid that's the major (about 75%) component of all cell membranes. As for skincare, it works as an emollient and skin-identical ingredient. It has a water-loving head with two water-hating tails and this structure gives the molecule emulsifying properties. It is also often used to create liposomes, small spheres surrounded by phospholipid bilayer designed to carry some active ingredient and help its absorption.
Sphingolipids
Ceramide Complex CLR™ PE-F supplies skin with structural elements and supports the recovery and maintenance of the skin’s healthy barrier function and water-holding capacity. It contains phyto lipids in lamellar, liquid crystalline form. The plant- derived lipid mixture consists of phospholipids and sphingolipids. It is easily able to penetrate skin and also moisturizes hair.
Lecithin
Lecithin is a magical ingredient that helps improve the texture of both the products as well as the surface that it is applied to. It is basically an emollient that also acts as a penetration enhancer - allowing the products to perform better. In its raw form, Lecithin appears as a yellow-brownish substance that can be in the shape of thick granules, fine powder, or flowy liquid. Further, this ingredient is gluten-free and contains vitamin E which is beneficial for treating damaged skin and hair.
Sodium Acrylate Copolymer
Sodium acrylates copolymer is the sodium salt of a polymer consisting of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters. It works as a binder, film former and viscosity-increasing agent in cosmetics and personal care products.
Phenoxyethanol Ethylhexylglycerin
Phenoxyethanol is a sticky and oily substance that is generally used in cosmetic and skincare products as a preservative. This substance is known as glycol ether in chemical terms and is also a solvent that stabilizes various ingredients because it does not react with light or air.
Cetyl Ethylhexaonate
Cetyl ethylhexanoate is a clear and odorless liquid that has a non-oily feel. It is a synthetic ester. It is primarily employed as a texture enhancer and emollient for the skin and hair. Cetyl ethylhexanoate's abilities as an emollient enable it to maintain the skin's moisture levels as a bonus benefit to enhancing texture and sensory feel.
Hyaluronic Acid
Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring molecule found in the human body, primarily in connective tissue, skin, and eyes. It is the main component that gives the skin a plump, youthful, and hydrated look. As an ingredient, it is used as a humectant, which means it draws and retains moisture on the surface of the skin.
Bakuchiol
At first glance, you could think that Bakuchiol is your average plant extract. It is derived from the seeds of Psoralea Corylifolia, aka Babchi, a plant important in Indian and Chinese medicine. The molecule was first isolated in 1973 and several anti-something properties are known about it: it has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-tumor, anti-bacterial and hepatoprotective magical abilities like plenty of other Ayurvedic plant extracts.
Vitamin E
Tocopherol is an active form of vitamin E that is truly a magical ingredient in skin care and cosmetics. It is a pale yellow liquid that conditions the skin and hair deeply and also acts as an antioxidant. Tocopherol further protects the skin from harmful ultraviolet rays of the sun. This ingredient is added to a wide variety of products such as sunscreens and moisturizers, makeup products, hair styling products, etc. Tocopherol is also a preservative preventing the products from going bad.
Chlorophyll
Chlorophyllin, is a copper derivative of a botanically derived color obtained from green plants. This nature-based dye imparts a clear water-based solution. It is suggested for use in make-up, skincare, sun care and toiletries products. Chlorophyllin is another name for a group of closely related water-soluble salts that are semi-synthetic derivatives of chlorophyll that differ in the identity of the cations associated with the anion. Chlorophyllin-Copper Complex is made from chlorophyll.