Glossary of ingredients

See also our prohibited ingredients page for the ingredients we never use.

Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7

Anti-ageing peptide

Petrolatum & Paraffinum Liquidum

Potential 1,4-dioxane content- potential carcinogen.

Phenoxyethanol

Preservative to prevent the growth of microbes within formulations.

Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid

Photo-stable UV-B Sun Filter

Phthalates

Toxicity potential.

Phytosphingosine

Part of a skin-identical synergistic blend of lipids which help to moisturise and protect the skin barrier.

Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil

Sacha Inchi Seed oil, natural emollient

Poly – & perfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) – such as Perfluorodecalin & Polytetrafluorothylene

The UK Environment Agency is conducting an investigation into per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) due to their stability and persistence in the environment..

Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6

Polymeric emulsifier, forms part of the emulsification system to ensure a stable emulsion is created.

Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate

Forms part of the emulsification/stabilisation system to ensure a stable product is created.

Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate

Forms part of the emulsification system to ensure a stable emulsion is created

Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate

Functions as a mild surfactant and solubiliser to gently cleanse and foam in cleansing formulations. Forms part of the emulsification system to ensure a stable emulsion is created.

Polyglyceryl-6 Behenate

Forms part of the emulsification system to ensure a stable emulsion is created

Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate

Functions as a mild surfactant and solubiliser to gently cleanse and foam in cleansing formulations. Forms part of the emulsification system to ensure a stable emulsion is created.

Polyglyceryl-6 Stearate

Forms part of the emulsification system to ensure a stable emulsion is created

Polysilicone-11

Elastomer which helps to provide a silky, smooth skin feel in formulations

Polysorbate 20

Functions as a mild surfactant and solubiliser to gently cleanse and foam in cleansing formulations. Forms part of the emulsification system to ensure a stable emulsion is created.

Potassium Sorbate

Preservative to prevent the growth of microbes within formulations

Propanediol

Natural humectant to moisturise the skin

Propylene Carbonate

Skin softening emollient

Prunus Persica Gum

Peach Gum, gives an instant lifting effect

Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract

Marine bio-fermented active

Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract

Marine Bioferment extract, helps to provide a mattifying and hydrating effect to the skin.

Ricinus Communis Seed Oil

Castor oil, natural emollient

Saccharum Officinarum Extract

Sugarcane extract

Salicylic Acid

Beta hydroxy acid (BHA), exfoliant

Copyright © 2025. All rights reserved. Pelham Matrix is a trading name for Pelham Healthcare Limited.
A company registered in England and Wales under registration number 7993456. Privacy Policy.

Close
  • Products
  • What’s New
  • About & Help

Log in to your account

Create a free account to get started

By registering with Pelham Matrix, you agree to our Privacy Policy and to receive periodical emails about our services. You can opt out of marketing emails at any time.

Added to cart

Your sample has been successfully added to your cart.