Octocrylene
Photo-stable UV-B Sun Filter with a good ability to solubilise crystalline UV filters and stabilise Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane in SPF formulations
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Sunflower seed oil, natural emollient
Heptanol
Residual raw material component
Heptyl Glucoside
Solubiliser for clear water-based systems. Helps to gently cleanse and remove make-up in micellar water products.
Hexylene Glycol
Solvent
Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil
Sea buckthorn oil, natural emollient
Homosalate
Possible endocrine disruptor.
Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Nourishing emollient, helps to add richness to formulations
Hydrolyzed Gardenia Florida Extract
Natural colourant
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Speciality Hyaluronic Acid derivative, helps to hydrate the skin
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Polymeric emulsifier, forms part of the emulsification system to ensure a stable emulsion is created.
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Adds viscosity and spreadability to formulations
Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate
Bio-available, low irritation retinoid. Anti-ageing and anti-blemish active
Inulin
Natural prebiotic which helps to rebalance the skin’s microbiota
Isostearyl Alcohol
Nourishing emollient
Isothiazolinones (MIT & MCIT)
Allergen and contact dermatitis risk.
Lactic Acid
pH adjuster, used to ensure the final product is within the correct pH range.
Lactobacillus/Papaya Fruit Ferment Extract
Papaya enzymes for gentle exfoliation
Lactococcus Ferment Lysate
Fermented probiotic which helps to protect the skin barrier
Lead & heavy metal derivatives
Toxicity potential.
Lecithin
Forms part of the emulsification system to ensure a stable emulsion is created.
Linoleic Acid
Essential fatty acid (EFA) helps to protect the skin barrier
Linolenic Acid
Essential fatty acid (EFA) helps to protect the skin barrier
Malic Acid
Alpha hydroxy acid (AHA), exfoliant
Maltodextrin
Binding and absorption agent
Maltose
Natural sugar, moisturising humectant
