Phenyl Trimethicone gives the skin a hydrated dewy appearance by trapping moisture
within the skin. It is a type of silicone that helps to improve the texture and application of
cosmetic products.
Pentaerythrityl tetraisostearate leaves a non-oily, light feel on the skin and works as a
thickener, moisturiser, and binding agent. It is derived from isostearic acid, which is a type
of fatty acid.
Dimethicone helps to retain moisture, fill-in lines and wrinkles and provide a silky-smooth
texture so makeup appears even. It is silicone based.
Caprylyl methicone conditions the skin and creates a barrier that helps to prevent moisture
loss. It is a synthetic or plant-derived silicone polymer.
Polymethylsilsesquioxane helps to condition the skin and improve signs of aging. It is a type
of silicone that works as a protective ingredient.
Silicon helps to absorb sweat and oil, trap dirt and act as a barrier. It the second most
abundant element in the earth’s crust, after oxygen.
Synthetic fluorphlogopite enhances skin tone and thickens cosmetic products. It is a
synthetic mineral material.
Tridecyl Trimellitate is a vegan ingredient used to soften the skin and provide a cushion-like
texture. It is known as TDTM is a popular oil-based emollient.
Hydrogenated Polydecene forms a film to add a delicate gloss to the skin. It is hydrocarbon-
based and is water soluble.
Dimethicone crosspolymer helps to improve skin texture and is a silicone derivative.
Silica improves the elasticity, texture and hydration of the skin, while
reducing visible signs of ageing. It is a natural compound made out of silicon and oxygen
atoms.
Cyclopentasiloxane helps to improve the application of makeup by improving the dispersion
of cosmetic ingredients in a solution. It is a silicone derivative.
Microcrystalline wax adds texture, improves consistency and prevents the skin from
sweating. It is a high-melt temperature paraffin and provides flexibility and elasticity.
Phenoxyethanol (PE) aids in preserving cosmetic products and preventing the growth of
fungi and bacteria. It is a preservative found naturally occurring in green tea and chicory and
is a nature identical chemical, safer than parabens.
Propylene carbonate is mainly used to dissolve or suspend other ingredients in a
formulation or to decrease the thickness of certain products.
Propylene glycol is a small, water-soluble alcohol that is a very common ingredient in
cosmetics and personal care products.
Disteardimonium Hectorite provides a smooth, silky feel and is used to thicken products. It
is a type of organic clay used in cosmetics to enhance texture.
DL-Alpha tocopheryl acetate, or Vitamin E Acetate, helps to prevent aging by protecting cell
membranes from damage using oxygen free radicals. It is the stable form of Vitamin E.
Glyceryl Caprylate is a versatile ingredient that is a wetting powder and helps cosmetic
products distribute evenly. It is the most used natural preservative enhancer.
Methicone is a silicone-based polymer that is used as a skin conditioning agent
and surface modifier. It is used to create a film or barrier for makeup to stick to.
Titanium dioxide (TiO2) is used as a UV filter, blemish hider or skin-brightener and is a
naturally occurring mineral found in the earth’s crust.
