Water (Aqua)
A solvent which dissolves many of the ingredients that imparts skin benefits. It also aids in the formation of emulsions. EWG Score:1
Glycerin
A humecant that pulls water of your skin from deeper levels of your skin and air. EWG Score:1
Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate
A mild detergent cleansing agent derived from coconut; most often used in facial cleansers. EWG Score:1
Decyl Glucoside
A surfactant which works as a mild cleansing agent, combining with dirt and impurities, without stripping the skin. EWG Score:2
Acrylates Copolymer
A polymer which forms a layer on the skin to lock in moisture and create a soft and supple feeling to the skin. EWG Score:2
Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water
A skin-conditioning agent with astringent properties. It also has anti-inflammatory properties which helps to soothe irritations. EWG Score:1
1,2-Hexanediol
A synthetic preservative and moisture-binding agent a humectant, emollient and preservative boosting ingredient. EWG Score:1
Arginine
An amino acid that is one of the primary building blocks of skin collagen. It helps protecting skin from free radicals, give skin the appearance of hydration, support collagen production. EWG Score:1
Potassium Olivate
A mixture of potassium salts obtained from the fatty acids of virgin olive oil during the saponification process.it is used as a surfactant. EWG Score:1
Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot seed) Powder
Used for its mechanically, exfoliating benefits in clays or scrubs.When massaged into the skin, it acts as fine solid particles that promote the removal of damaged skin cells from the skin’s surface, thus leaving behind a softer, smoother skin texture. EWG Score:1
Viola Tricolor (Pansy) Extract
The polysaccharide constituents also found in wild pansy extract have demonstrated their ability to boost the capacity of the skin to retain water. EWG Score:1
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Non-fragrant antioxidant plant extract that has skin-soothing and redness-reducing properties. EWG Score:1
Chrysanthemum Morifolium Flower Extract
It has natural astringent properties and can act as an anti-irritant to soothe and tone skin. EWG Score:1
Prunus Serrulata Flower (Cherry Blosoom) Extract
High in antioxidants that help mop up skin-damaging free radicals. A storehouse of essential fatty acids that help repair the skin’s natural barriers and promote a smooth, supple complexion. EWG Score:1
Mandelic Acid
An alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) that is used to exfoliate the skin. EWG Score:1
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin-softening agent with mild humectant (hydration boosting) properties. Also plays an important preservative role to help keep cosmetic formulas stable. EWG Score:2
Trehalose
A type of sugar that has water-binding properties and helps to keep your skin hydrated. EWG Score:1
Butylene Glycol
A conditioning agent. It adds a layer of softness and improved texture to skin. EWG Score:1
Magnesium Sulfate
Also known as Epsom salt, it improves the texture of a formulation and stabilises water-in-oil emulsions to prevent the oil and water phases from separating.EWG Score:1
Sodium Chloride
A Salt which is used as an abrasive in scrubs to aid exfoliation. EWG Score:1
Caprylyl Glycol
A humectant and skin conditioning agent that imparts moisturization and emollience. Also used as part of a preservative blend. EWG Score:1
Xanthan Gum
A thickening agent , an emulsion stabilizer and texture enhancer. EWG Score:1
Sodium Benzoate
A preservative to prevent the formula from spoiling and to extend its shelf life. EWG Score:1 to 3
Potassium Sorbate
A mild preservative . It is used to extend the shelf-life of your products by preventing the growth of bacteria, fungi, and molds. EWG Score:2
Benzyl Alcohol
An alcohol used as a preservative to prevent contamination and also used as a solvent to improve absorption of active ingredients into the skin. EWG Score:4 to 6
Nelumbo Nucifera (Lotus) Flower Water
It purifies and soothes, while providing the antioxidant protection. EWG Score:1
Glycerin
A humecant that pulls water of your skin from deeper levels of your skin and air. EWG Score:1
Methylpropanediol
A Solvent. It can enhance the absorption of other ingredients into skin for improved efficacy. EWG Score:1
1,2-Hexanediol
A synthetic preservative and moisture-binding agent a humectant, emollient and preservative boosting ingredient. EWG Score:1
Aqua
A solvent which dissolves many of the ingredients that imparts skin benefits. It also aids in the formation of emulsions. EWG Score:1
Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Leaf Extract
Skin conditioning agent. It contains the essential sage oil, tannins, bitter compounds and flavonoids. It has an astringent and tonic effect. EWG Score:1
Saccharide Isomerate
A unique 100% natural complex carbohydrate , maintains the natural skin barrier to provide and retain deep hydration for up to 72 hours. Through it’s moisture binding properties, It advances long lasting supple and soft skin. EWG Score:1
Epilobium Fleischeri (Alpine Willowherb) Extract
A patented organic bioactive that minimises pores, curbs oiliness and acne. It restores and maintains the sebum balance on skin, giving it a fresh and healthy appearance. EWG Score:1
Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water
A skin-conditioning agent with astringent properties. It also has anti-inflammatory properties which helps to soothe irritations. EWG Score:1
Melissa Officinalis Leaf (Lemon Balm) Extract
As an antibacterial and anti-inflammatory agent, it helps to reduce the swelling and reddening of the skin. EWG Score:1 to 2
Arctium Majus Root (Burdock) Extract
Plant extract whose active constituents are skin-soothing and antioxidant. EWG Score:1
Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Leaf Extract
A skin conditioning agent that soothes and heals skin problems. It also minimizes the size of pores, tones the skin and improves skin elasticity. EWG Score:4
Juniperus Communis Fruit Extract
Skin conditioning agent which is chiefly added to impart fragrance. EWG Score:1
Viscum Album (Mistletoe) Extract
A skin-soothing ingredient which helps to soothe skin inflammations. EWG Score:1
Adenosine
A soothing and skin-restoring agent.Helps with skin’s own collagen production and improve skin firmness and elasticity. EWG Score:1
Arginine
An amino acid that is one of the primary building blocks of skin collagen. It helps protecting skin from free radicals, give skin the appearance of hydration, support collagen production. EWG Score:1
Saponaria Officinalis Root (Soapwort) Extract
A soothing ingredient which can relieve itching. It also has cleansing properties due to its saponin content. EWG Score:1
Hypericum Perforatum (St John's wort ) Extract
It protects skin agaisnt free radical damage and enhance the appearance of dry or damaged skin by reducing flaking and restoring suppleness. EWG Score:1
Xanthan Gum
A thickening agent , an emulsion stabilizer and texture enhancer. EWG Score:1
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf (Aloe Vera) Extract
It has soothing properties, antioxidant qualities, and serves as a hydrating agent for skin due to its polysaccharide and sterol content. EWG Score:1 to 3
Brassica Oleracea Italica (Broccoli) Extract
A good source of Vitamin A that helps with skin cell regeneration to promote clear and even-toned skin. EWG Score:1
Trehalose
A type of sugar that has water-binding properties and helps to keep your skin hydrated. EWG Score:1
Caprylyl Glycol
A humectant and skin conditioning agent that imparts moisturization and emollience. Also used as part of a preservative blend. EWG Score:1
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin-softening agent with mild humectant (hydration boosting) properties. Also plays an important preservative role to help keep cosmetic formulas stable. EWG Score:2
Carbomer
Thickening agent and texture enhancer. It also suspends solids in liquids, and works as an emulsifier to prevent oil and water from separating. EWG Score:1
Methylpropanediol
A Solvent. It can enhance the absorption of other ingredients into skin for improved efficacy. EWG Score:1
Butylene Glycol
A conditioning agent. It adds a layer of softness and improved texture to skin. EWG Score:1
Citric Acid
An alpha hydroxy acid (AHA). A chemical exfoliant, it removes dead skin cells, declogs pores, and evens out skin tone. EWG Score:1
Bioflavonoids
Potent antioxidant compounds which are helpful in protecting the cells of the body from the action of free radicals. They essentially mediate the oxidation reaction and act as free radical scavengers in the body. EWG Score:1
Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate
Predominantly used as an emulsifying agent where it is used to help combine oils and water in formulas to prevent separation in the formula. EWG Score:1
Potassium Sorbate
A mild preservative . It is used to extend the shelf-life of your products by preventing the growth of bacteria, fungi, and molds. EWG Score:2
Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate
A non-irritating ingredient which helps to cleanse skin.It also fills in the gaps of the skin to prevent moisture loss. EWG Score:1
Sodium Citrate
ApH stabiliser and reduses or inhibits the odor or basic taste of products. EWG Score:1
Alcohol Denat
A solvent that is used in creating cosmetically elegant, fast absorbing, thin formulas. Also, a great astringent, leaves a refreshing feeling on the skin. EWG Score:1
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Water
Coconut water naturally moisturizes without adding excess oil and helps with hydration. EWG Score:1
Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate
A moisturizing agent which has antioxidant effects.It improves the skin’s moisture barrier, helping to protect skin from environmental stresses. EWG Score:1
Glycerin
A humecant that pulls water of your skin from deeper levels of your skin and air. EWG Score:1
Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate
A non-aqueous ester that functions as a thickener and binding agent. EWG Score:1
Niacinamide
A unique skin-restoring ingredient. It helps to visibly minimize enlarged pores, tighten lax pores, improve uneven skin tone, soften fine lines and wrinkles, diminish dullness, and strengthen a weakened surface. EWG Score:1
Butylene Glycol
A conditioning agent. It adds a layer of softness and improved texture to skin. EWG Score:1
Methylpropanediol
A Solvent. It can enhance the absorption of other ingredients into skin for improved efficacy. EWG Score:1
Cetearyl Alcohol
As an emollient, cetearyl alcohol is considered an effective ingredient for soothing and healing dry skin. EWG Score:1
1,2-Hexanediol
A synthetic preservative and moisture-binding agent a humectant, emollient and preservative boosting ingredient. EWG Score:1
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Emollient and skin-replenishing ingredient. Helps replenish skin’s surface and helps it to resist moisture loss. EWG Score:1
BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA) BUTTER
A plant lipid extracted from the karite tree that is used as an emollient in cosmetics and has smoothing properties for dry skin. EWG Score:1
Glyceryl Stearate
A mixture of portions of glycerin and stearic acid used as an emollient, surfactant, and emulsifier. EWG Score:1
Stearic Acid
Fatty acid used as an emollient and emulsifier. As an emulsifier it prevents oil and water from separating in the formula.As an emollient it helps protect skin's surface against water loss and help shore up skin's protective barrier. EWG Score:1
Aqua
A solvent which dissolves many of the ingredients that imparts skin benefits. It also aids in the formation of emulsions. EWG Score:1
Arginine
An amino acid that is one of the primary building blocks of skin collagen. It helps protecting skin from free radicals, give skin the appearance of hydration, support collagen production. EWG Score:1
Adenosine
A soothing and skin-restoring agent.Helps with skin’s own collagen production and improves skin firmness and elasticity. EWG Score:1
Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
An emulsifier which helps to combine oil and water molecules. EWG Score:1
Sorbitan Sesquioleate
A sorbitan fatty acid ester. It is an oil-soluble water-dispersible non-ionic surfactant that functions as a water-in-oil emulsifier. EWG Score:1
Dimethicone
An emollient silicone known for its permeable (think breathable) barrier that helps skin retain hydration. EWG Score:1 to 3
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene
A synthetic liquid used to replaced mineral and silicone oils in formulations. It acts as a waterproofing agent and an emollient.EWG Score:1
C14-22 Alcohols
A 100% vegetable origin emulsifier that usually comes to the formula with its buddy called C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside. The duo is trade-named Montanov L and works as an effective oil in water emulsifier. EWG Score:1
Carbomer
Thickening agent and texture enhancer. It also suspends solids in liquids, and works as an emulsifier to prevent oil and water from separating. EWG Score:1
Calamine
A mixture of Zinc Oxide and Ferric Oxide which works great for soothing irritations, preventing infections and improving skin tone. EWG Score:1
Phellinus Linteus (Black Hoof Mushroom) Extract
A potent antioxidant which protects the skin from free radicals and pollutants. It also helps with acne, aging and sensitivity. EWG Score:1
Cnidium Officinale Root Extract
Extracted from the roots of Marsh Parsley, it moisturises the skin, making skin appear softer and smoother. EWG Score:1
Coptis Japonica Root Extract
An extract with anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. It also creates a smooth layer which prevents the loss of moisture to keep the skin moisturised. EWG Score:1
Ganoderma Lucidum (Mushroom) Extract
A species of mushroom. Good antioxidant.It contains a compound (ganodermanondiol) that can interrupt the enzyme tyrosinase, which in turn can visibly reduce certain types of discoloration. EWG Score:1
Rheum Palmatum Root (Rhubarb) Extract
Also known as Chinese Rhubarb, it fights off free radical damage, moisturises and combats hyperpigmentation. The tannins in this ingredient also helps to shrink pore size. EWG Score:1
Bifida Ferment Filtrate
A probiotic ingredient which is produced from the fermentation of Bifida. It has been found to repair a damaged skin barrier and soothe irritated skin. EWG Score:1
C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside
A 100% vegetable origin emulsifier that usually comes to the formula with its buddy called C14-22 Alcohols. The duo is called Montanov L and two together help to create ultra-soft light formulas. EWG Score:1
Caprylyl Glycol
A humectant and skin conditioning agent that imparts moisturization and emollience. Also used as part of a preservative blend. EWG Score:1
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin-softening agent with mild humectant (hydration boosting) properties. Also plays an important preservative role to help keep cosmetic formulas stable. EWG Score:2
Trehalose
A type of sugar that has water-binding properties and helps to keep your skin hydrated. EWG Score:1
Xanthan Gum
A thickening agent , an emulsion stabilizer and texture enhancer. EWG Score:1
Arachidic Acid
Derived from peanut oil and used as an emollient and thickening agent in cosmetics. EWG Score:1
Palmitic Acid
A saturated fatty acid which is found naturally in the skin. It softens skin and prevents water loss. EWG Score:1
Oleic Acid
A cleansing agent and texture enhancer. It’s among the more stable fatty acids, and has a unique ability to preserve the effectiveness of more delicate ingredients such as antioxidants by helping to protect them from light and air degradation. EWG Score:1
Glucose
A humectant and a skin-conditioning agent. EWG Score:1