Every ingredient, explained

1,2-Hexanediol

A mild preservative and texture enhancer, used instead of harsher alternatives.

3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid

A stable, gentler form of vitamin C that brightens without the irritation of pure ascorbic acid.

Aloe Barbadensis Extract

Aloe vera extract; soothes and lightly hydrates.

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract

Aloe vera leaf extract; soothes and lightly hydrates.

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice

Aloe vera juice; hydrates and calms.

Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil

Roman chamomile oil; traditionally used to soothe skin.

Aqua

Water, the base of most water-based formulas.

Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil

Argan oil; nourishes and softens dry skin.

Betaine

A humectant derived from sugar beet; helps skin hold moisture.

Butylene Glycol

A lightweight humectant and solvent that helps other ingredients absorb.

Butyrospermum Parkii Butter

Shea butter; replenishes lipids and softens dry skin.

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate

An emollient that gives creams a silky, non-greasy feel.

C13-14 Isoparaffin

A texture agent that helps a cream glide without feeling heavy.

Caffeine

Included for its de-puffing, awake-looking effect on skin.

Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil

Hemp seed oil; nourishing, fatty-acid-rich plant oil.

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

A lightweight plant-derived oil that softens skin without feeling greasy.

Caprylyl Glycol

A mild preservative-booster and skin conditioner.

Carbomer

A thickener that gives creams and gels their texture.

Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil

Safflower seed oil; a light, nourishing plant oil.

Cetearyl Alcohol

A fatty alcohol that thickens formulas and softens skin, unlike the drying kind.

Cetearyl Glucoside

A gentle, plant-derived emulsifier that helps oil and water blend.

Cetyl Alcohol

A fatty alcohol that thickens and softens, unlike the drying kind.

Citric Acid

Adjusts the formula's pH so it's comfortable on skin.

Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil

Sweet orange peel oil; a natural fragrance ingredient.

Cocos Nucifera Oil

Coconut oil; nourishing and emollient.

Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract

Cucumber extract; lightly soothing and hydrating.

Dimethicone

A silicone that smooths texture and helps lock in moisture.

Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer

A silicone texture agent that gives creams a soft, cushioned feel.

Dioscorea Villosa Root Extract

Wild yam extract; a softening botanical (not a hormonal ingredient, despite the name).

Dipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline

A firming peptide used in place of retinol in RENEW.

Dipropylene Glycol

A solvent and humectant that helps other ingredients dissolve evenly.

Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate

A gentle, coconut-derived cleansing agent.

Ethylhexylglycerin

Often paired with Caprylyl Glycol to stretch a preservative system further, with a light skin-conditioning effect of its own.

Fragrance

Added scent. Products containing this are flagged as 'Contains fragrance' on their product pages.

Fructooligosaccharides

A prebiotic that supports a healthy skin microbiome.

Glycerin

A humectant that draws water into the skin, one of the most well-studied hydrators in skincare.

Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer

A texture agent that helps thicken and stabilise the formula.

Glyceryl Stearate

An emulsifier and skin-softening agent.

Glycine Soja Oil

Soybean oil; nourishing plant oil.

Glycine Soja Sterols

Soybean-derived sterols that help support the skin barrier.

Glycol Distearate

A texture agent that gives formulas a smooth, pearlescent finish.

Glycol Stearate

An emollient and texture agent.

Glutamic Acid

An amino acid that helps condition and hydrate skin.

Green Tea Infused Fragrant Oil

A naturally fragrant oil infused with green tea; contributes REBUILD's light scent.

Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil

Sunflower seed oil; replenishes lipids and softens skin.

Hexylene Glycol

A solvent and texture enhancer.

Hydrogenated Polyisobutene

An emollient that gives rich creams a smooth, non-greasy finish.

Hydrolyzed Soy Protein

A soy-derived protein that helps support skin's firmness.

Hydroxyacetophenone

A plant-derived antioxidant that also helps a preservative system work harder.

Hydroxyethylacrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

A texture agent that thickens and stabilises the formula.

Isoamyl Laurate

A lightweight ester that helps oils rinse cleanly.

Isohexadecane

A texture agent that helps creams spread smoothly.

Isopropyl Myristate

An emollient that helps a cream feel light rather than greasy.

Isopropyl Palmitate

An emollient that softens skin and helps a formula spread easily.

Laureth-7

A mild emulsifier that helps the formula's ingredients blend.

Lavandula Angustifolia Oil

Lavender oil; a natural fragrance ingredient.

Limonene

A naturally occurring fragrance component, found in citrus oils. Listed as an allergen per EU labelling rules.

Linalool

A naturally occurring fragrance component, found in lavender oil. Listed as an allergen per EU labelling rules.

Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil

Tea tree oil; included for its natural cleansing properties.

Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil

Moringa seed oil; nourishing plant oil rich in fatty acids.

Niacinamide

Vitamin B3; supports the skin barrier, calms redness and evens tone.

Olea Europaea Fruit Oil

Olive oil; nourishing and softening.

Oleyl Alcohol

A fatty alcohol that softens skin and stabilises the formula.

Olive Oil PEG-7 Esters

An olive-oil-derived cleansing agent.

Oryza Sativa Bran Oil

Rice bran oil; a light, nourishing plant oil.

Palmitoyl Oligopeptide

A signal peptide used in REFRESH to target firmness specifically around the delicate eye area.

Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-3

Works alongside Palmitoyl Oligopeptide in REFRESH, targeting the same fine-line concerns from a different angle.

Panthenol

Pro-vitamin B5; hydrates and helps skin hold onto moisture.

PEG-100 Stearate

Works alongside Glyceryl Stearate to keep a rich cream's texture from separating.

PEG-150 Distearate

A thickener used in cleansing formulas.

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate

An antioxidant that helps protect the formula's oils from breaking down.

Pentylene Glycol

A humectant and mild preservative-booster.

Petrolatum

An occlusive that seals in moisture, especially useful in rich, overnight formulas.

Phenoxyethanol

A widely used, well-studied preservative that keeps the formula safe to use.

Polyacrylamide

Gives REPLENISH's rich cream its body, so the formula holds its texture in the jar.

Polyquaternium-7

A conditioning agent that leaves skin feeling smooth after cleansing.

Polysorbate 20

An emulsifier that helps oil and water-based ingredients blend evenly.

Polysorbate 60

An emulsifier that helps oil and water-based ingredients blend evenly.

Polysorbate 80

An emulsifier that helps oil and water-based ingredients blend evenly.

Propylene Glycol

A humectant and solvent that helps other ingredients absorb.

Pullulan

A plant-derived polysaccharide that gives a light, smoothing finish.

PVM/MA Copolymer

A texture and film-forming agent that helps the formula stay put.

Ricinus Communis Seed Oil

Castor oil; helps dissolve makeup and SPF.

Rosa Canina Fruit Oil

Rosehip oil; nourishing plant oil.

Saccharide Hydrolysate

A plant-derived humectant that helps skin hold moisture.

Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil

Jojoba oil; closely resembles skin's own natural oils.

Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

The thickener behind REFRESH's cushioned, non-drip texture around the eye area.

Sodium Benzoate

A widely used preservative.

Sodium Chloride

Table salt; used here to adjust the formula's texture.

Sodium Citrate

Keeps CALM's pH comfortable for skin that's already reactive.

Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate

A gentle, coconut-derived cleansing agent that doesn't strip skin the way sulfates can.

Sodium Gluconate

Helps stabilise the formula and improve texture.

Sodium Hyaluronate

A form of hyaluronic acid; draws moisture into the skin and helps it hold up to 1000 times its weight in water.

Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate

A preservative that keeps the formula safe to use.

Sodium Phytate

A stabiliser that helps protect the formula's other ingredients.

Sorbeth-30 Tetraoleate

An emulsifier that helps the cleansing oil rinse off cleanly with water.

Sorbitan Stearate

A plant-derived emulsifier, usually paired with Glyceryl Stearate for a stable, silky texture.

Squalane

A lightweight, plant-derived oil that cushions and softens skin without feeling greasy.

Stearic Acid

A fatty acid that thickens the formula and softens skin.

Tamarindus Indica Seed Gum

Tamarind seed gum; a plant-based hydration booster that helps moisture stay put longer.

Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate

A stable, oil-soluble form of vitamin C that brightens without irritation.

Tocopheryl Acetate

A stable form of vitamin E; antioxidant protection.

Tocopherol

Vitamin E; an antioxidant that helps protect the formula and skin.

Triethanolamine

Keeps REPLENISH's rich texture at a pH that's comfortable overnight.

Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil

Grapeseed oil; a light, nourishing plant oil.

Water

The base of most water-based formulas.

Xanthan Gum

A plant-derived thickener that gives formulas their texture.