Ingredient Glossary
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At Three Ships, our definition of natural is simple: every product must be made entirely of ingredients sourced from nature—plants, minerals, or microbes. Even the ingredients of our ingredients must be fully naturally derived.
Aa
Ingredient Type
Skin Conditioner
Source
France
Target
Dryness
Verified
ECOCERT/COSMOS Certified
Appears in Products Like:
Why We Use It
Acacia Decurrens (Mimosa) Flower Wax contains phytosterols, monoesters, and hydrocarbon chains that give it film-forming and protective properties. This also helps to provide a soft and smooth skin feel.
How It's Sourced
Acacia Decurrens (Mimosa) Flower Wax is made via alcoholysis between mimosa wax and polyglycerin-3 in high temperatures.
Sustainability Story
N/A
Ingredient Type
Active
Source
Canada
Target
pH Imbalance
Dryness
Verified
Non-GMO | Gluten Free | COSMOS Certified
Appears in Products Like:
Dew Drops Mushroom + Kakadu Plum Hyaluronic Acid Serum
$35.00 $50.00
Why We Use It
Red Maple bark extract contains active molecules such as glycosylated phenol, flavonoids, and catechins. Its active molecules are strong antioxidants that work to neutralize free radicals caused by UV radiation
How It's Sourced
This bark extract is made from red maple, black spruce, yellow birch, and jack pine that is leftover from wood processing. The bark then goes through an extraction, filtration, and purification process to obtain the final extract.
Sustainability Story
Our Bark Extract is upcycled from the biomass by-products of the lumber industry in Quebec, Canada. The bioactive molecules in the tree’s bark are obtained through a circular economy cycle, where leftover bark is recycled into compost and returned to the forest as fertilizer.
Ingredient Type
Exfoliating Agent
Source
USA
Target
Dryness
Dullness
Verified
Non-GMO | Gluten Free
Appears in Products Like:
Superfruit Lactic + Multifruit 8% AHA Exfoliating Mask
$26.60 $38.00
Why We Use It
Acer saccharum (sugar maple) extract is rich in alpha hydroxy acids, which increase the rate of cell renewal to promote smoother and plumper skin. The ingredient also helps improve skin texture by shedding the outer layer of the skin, which decreases the appearance of fine lines.
How It's Sourced
Acer saccharum (sugar maple) extract is derived from the Sugar Maple tree, which gives us maple syrup and is the tree of the leaf represented on the Canadian flag. Acer saccharum (sugar maple) extract is processed through an extraction process, which reduces color and odor, while concentrating the active properties of the ingredient. Once extracted and composited, the fruit extract is concentrated by vacuum distillation until a specified concentration of actives is achieved. The product is then filtered to eliminate any particulate matter.
Sustainability Story
N/A
Ingredient Type
Hydration Agent
Source
Brazil
Target
pH Imbalance
Dryness
Verified
Gluten Free
Why We Use It
Alanine is hydrating amino acid that works as a humectant to draw in water from its surroundings.
How It's Sourced
The amino acids are made from a process that ferments molasses, and then further separated to isolate the amino acids.
Sustainability Story
N/A
Ingredient Type
Preservative
Source
Japan
Target
N/A
Verified
Non-GMO
Appears in Products Like:
Why We Use It
You may notice in our ingredient list that Fresh Start contains alcohol, but don’t be worried! The concentration of alcohol in Fresh Start is only 0.001%, and it’s not added to be harsh on your skin. The alcohol in this formula comes from something called headspace preservation. “Headspace” is the area between a liquid and the top of a sealed container (where the air or gas is above it). Alcohol is used as a preservative to prevent microbial growth in the headspace of the container of some ingredients before they are adding to the formula.
How It's Sourced
Ethanol is made via fermentation of different products such as grapes, corn or sugar cane.
Sustainability Story
N/A
Ingredient Type
Skin Conditioner
Source
Germany
Target
Dryness
Verified
Non-GMO
Appears in Products Like:
Why We Use It
Allantoin is a skin-conditioning ingredient that has anti-inflammatory properties, and supports soothing, cleansing, and healing actions of the skin.
How It's Sourced
Allantoin is extracted from the comfrey plant, which is found in native climates. It is also created naturally by many plants, and most mammals.
Sustainability Story
N/A
Ingredient Type
Active
Source
Guatemala
Target
Dryness
pH Imbalance
Redness
Verified
ECOCERT/COSMOS Certified | Organic | Non-GMO | Gluten Free
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Why We Use It
Aloe vera is a succulent that is mostly made up of water but also contains vitamins, minerals, enzymes and sugars that hydrate and soothe the skin. The enzymes help to reduce excessive inflammation when applied to the skin topically. The vitamins act as antioxidants that help to neutralize reactive species. The minerals help support the enzymes, as they are essential for the proper functioning of the enzyme systems in different metabolic pathways. The sugar molecules are humectants which are molecules that like to attract water that help to hydrate and plump the skin. There are several sugar molecules in aloe that have anti-inflammatory properties.
How It's Sourced
The aloe vera powder is made from organically grown aloe leaves that are hand filleted, pasteurized, and concentrated to be spray dried on a maltodextrin powder.
Sustainability Story
Our Aloe Vera is sourced from 40 independent, locally operated farms in El Progreso, Guatemala. All suppliers participate in a fair-financing lending hub to ensure economic security and follow sustainable harvesting practices to preserve biodiversity.
Ingredient Type
Hydration Agent
Source
Morocco
Target
Texture
Dryness
Verified
Organic | Gluten Free
Appears in Products Like:
Why We Use It
Argan oil is an emollient rich in oleic and palmitic acid that helps to smooth skin texture and support the skin's native lipid barrier. It also contains unsaponifiable matter like vitamin A, and E that help to improve the skin's elasticity and skin hydration by restoring the barrier function and maintaining the water-holding capacity.
How It's Sourced
Nuts of the argan tree are picked from the trees and cleaned. The kernels are then peeled and ground before being cold pressed, filtered, and deodorized.
Sustainability Story
N/A
Ingredient Type
Hydration Agent
Source
Brazil
Target
Dryness
pH Imbalance
Verified
Gluten Free
Why We Use It
Arginine is an amino acid with antioxidant capabilities. It works to neutralize free radicals, and hydrates the skin. Arginine is also known to potentially support collagen production.
How It's Sourced
The amino acids are made from a process that ferments molasses, and then further separated to isolate the amino acids.
Sustainability Story
N/A
Ingredient Type
Hydration Agent
Source
Brazil
Target
Dryness
pH Imbalance
Verified
Gluten Free
Appears in Products Like:
Refresh Papaya + Salicylic Acid Cleanser
$24.00 $30.00
Refresh Papaya + Salicylic Acid Cleanser
$24.00 $30.00
Why We Use It
Aspartic acid is a amino acid that is an important building block of collagen and elastin necessary for smoothness and elasticity
How It's Sourced
The amino acids are made from a process that ferments molasses, and then further separated to isolate the amino acids.
Sustainability Story
N/A
Ingredient Type
Active
Source
Brazil
Target
Dryness
Uneven Texture
Verified
Non-GMO | ECOCERT/COSMOS Certified
Appears in Products Like:
Dream Bio-Retinol + Shorea Butter Rejuvenating Cream
$37.50 $50.00
Why We Use It
Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter is extracted and refined from the fruit seeds. This seed butter is rich in lauric, myristic and oleic acids. It has moisturizing and restoration properties for hair due to the high concentration of low molecular weight fatty acids. It also enables the recovery of moisture and natural elasticity to the skin by strengthening the skin barrier, especially in dry and mistreated skins. Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter is lighter in sensory feel than cocoa and shea butter which attributes to the light-weight feel for our Dream Night Cream.
How It's Sourced
The Astrocaryum Murumuru seeds are harvested and cleaned before they get mechanically processed to separate the fats from the solids. This stage of the Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter is in crude form, and through further processing such as filtration and deodorization, the Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter becomes more pure and refined.
Sustainability Story
Our Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter is a COSMOS and ECOCERT certified ingredient. This certification ensures that production processes are sustainable for the environment and humans while following the criteria of “green chemistry”.
Bb
Ingredient Type
Active
Source
India
Target
Dryness
Radiance
Uneven Texture
Verified
Non-GMO | COSMOS/ECOCERT Certified | Gluten Free
Appears in Products Like:
Skin Hero Calendula + 2% Bakuchiol Bio-Retinol Serum
$37.50 $50.00
Why We Use It
Bakuchiol is a natural alternative to retinoids. Unlike retinoids, bakuchiol does not result in undesirable and irritating side effects. Much like retinoids, however, bakuchiol triggers the expression of genes involved in the production of the extracellular matrix of the skin. Hence, bakuchiol boosts the production of collagen which helps smooth the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
How It's Sourced
Bakuchiol is derived from Bakuchi, a plant used in Indian and Chinese medicine for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities. Bakuchi plants produce Babchi seeds which are pulverized then undergo percolation. Methanol is used to separate the organic layer then purified Bakuchiol is extracted.
Sustainability Story
Bakuchiol is extracted and manufactured in compliance with the Nagoya Protocol, a treaty established in India to ensure the sustainable use of components of biological diversity.
Ingredient Type
Skin Conditioner
Source
France
Target
Dryness
Verified
Non-GMO | COSMOS certified | Gluten Free
Appears in Products Like:
Skin Hero Calendula + 2% Bakuchiol Bio-Retinol Serum
$37.50 $50.00
Why We Use It
Behenyl Alcohol is made from natural sources and is used in formulations to soften and soothe the skin by forming a protective layer on the skin to retain moisture. It also serves as an emulsifier, which reduces the surface tension of ingredients that are hard to mix, such as oil and water emulsions.
How It's Sourced
Behenyl Alcohol is made from transesterification of rapeseed oil (triglyceride) to give esters, which are then hydrogenated to produce fatty alcohols. Distillation then takes place to extract a pure Behenyl Alcohol.
Sustainability Story
Our Behenyl Alcohol supplier is RSPO (Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil) certified, meaning they have been audited and proven that all palm-based raw materials are sourced from sustainable palm oil production. Sustainable palm oil is critical for protecting the environment and wildlife, reducing poverty, supporting affordable food prices, and protecting the interests of communities and workers in the palm industry.
Ingredient Type
Hydration Agent
Source
USA
Target
Dryness
Verified
Non-GMO | Organic
Appears in Products Like:
Buttercream Hydrating Lip Mask
$20.00 $25.00
Why We Use It
Behenyl Behenate is a skin conditioning agent emollient that helps to soften the skin and prevent ingredients from separating. It also has occlusive properties which prevents water from evaporating from the skin into the atmosphere when the humidity is low. Behenyl Behenate is a wax-like ester of behenyl alcohol and behenic acid. Behenyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol that has different physical properties than denatured alcohol. It has an oily texture that moisturizes the skin. Behenic acid, similar to squalene, is a constituent that is also found and produced by our sebaceous gland. Due to this property, it is biocompatible with our skin, and there is low risk of allergy to this ingredient.
How It's Sourced
Behenyl Behenate is produced from the esterification of behenyl alcohol and behenic acid. Typically esterification is used to make fragrances and flavourings, however in this case, it creates a product that can help emulsify polar and nonpolar ingredients due to its chemical nature.
Sustainability Story
N/A
Ingredient Type
Active
Source
Germany
Target
pH Imbalance
Dryness
Verified
Non-GMO
Why We Use It
Betaine is a natural amino acid derived from sugar beets. It is also a hygroscopic compound that functions as an osmo-protectant. It ensures that the skin's moisture reservoir does not deplete too quickly, and works to limit trans-epidermal water loss. Betaine shows strong water binding capacity and reduces skin dryness.
How It's Sourced
Being soluble in water, betaine is extracted from sugar beets, along with the sugar and other compounds, in the process of producing sugar. The betaine extracted is not eliminated during the purification of the beet juice therefore it accumulates in the final molasses. In further recovery of sugar from final molasses, by the Steffen or barium process, the betaine remains in solution in the final mother liquor also known as waste water. The solution then goes through an alcohol extraction process to concentrate the betaine, by treatment with an excess of acid to form an acid salt, it then goes through a crystallization process to further separate and recover the betaine.
Sustainability Story
N/A
Ingredient Type
Hydration Agent
Source
Germany
Target
Dryness
Verified
ECOCERT Certified
Appears in Products Like:
Why We Use It
Beet root extract increases the concentration of NMFs (natural moisturizing factors) in the skin. It contains hygroscopic molecules that immediately raise the hydration level in the stratum corneum providing long lasting hydration.
How It's Sourced
Sugar beets are cut into thin strips called cosettes which are extracted in hot water. Then, the raw extract is carbonated and filtrated before being concentrated by evaporation and filtration.
Sustainability Story
N/A
Ingredient Type
Active
Source
Canada
Target
pH Imbalance
Dryness
Verified
Non-GMO | Gluten Free | COSMOS Certified
Appears in Products Like:
Dew Drops Mushroom + Kakadu Plum Hyaluronic Acid Serum
$35.00 $50.00
Why We Use It
Yellow Birch bark extract contains active molecules such as lupenone, lupeol, betulinol, betulin. Its active molecules are reported to calm redness on the skin and have a soothing effect
How It's Sourced
This bark extract is made from red maple, black spruce, yellow birch, and jack pine that is leftover from wood processing. The bark then goes through an extraction, filtration, and purification process to obtain the final extract.
Sustainability Story
Our Bark Extract is upcycled from the biomass by-products of the lumber industry in Quebec, Canada. The bioactive molecules in the tree’s bark are obtained through a circular economy cycle, where leftover bark is recycled into compost and returned to the forest as fertilizer.
Ingredient Type
Active
Source
Brazil
Target
Dryness
Redness
Dullness
Verified
Non-GMO | ECOCERT/COSMOS Certified
Appears in Products Like:
Dream Bio-Retinol + Shorea Butter Rejuvenating Cream
$37.50 $50.00
Why We Use It
The phytochemical composition of Bidens pilosa is diversified, characterized primarily by the presence of flavonoids, terpenes, phenylpropanoids compounds, lipids and benzenoids. One of the main chemical constituents described to Bidens pilosa is phytol, a diterpern present as part of the chlorophyll pigment. Phytol stands out because some studies show that when metabolized, it is oxidized to phytanic acid (also present in Bidens pilosa) that is able to mimic the mechanisms of traditional retinoids. Bidens Pilosa extract is a retinoid alternative that is great for all skin types, without the side effects of traditional retinoids.
How It's Sourced
The Bidens Pilosa flower is harvested and cleaned before it is processed. The Bidens Pilosa Extract is made using supercritical carbon-dioxide extraction for the phytol and its derivatives concentration. The extraction of supercritical fluids provides advantages over the conventional process for obtaining active ingredients from plant cells, because it promotes the collection and separation of more purified compounds in higher concentrations.
Sustainability Story
N/A
Ingredient Type
Hydration Agent
Source
Brazil
Target
Dryness
Dullness
Texture
Verified
N/A
Appears in Products Like:
Why We Use It
Bisabolol is a colourless, viscous emollient used as a fragrance that also exhibits antimicrobial, antioxidant, and brightening properties. It works as a natural fragrance additive and as a skin defense agent that protects from free radicals, and unwanted bacteria. As a fragrance, it helps to mask undesirable scents, which makes the product experience for the consumer more desirable. It also contains alpha-bisabolol which is a compound that helps to reduce inflammation, and neutralizes free radicals created by external factors.
How It's Sourced
Bisabolol is made from the Candeia Tree. The Candeia wood is pricked in shavings first and then distilled in autoclaves made of stainless steel.
Sustainability Story
Our Bisabolol is obtained by distillation from the Candeia Tree, a tree that is native to the southeast area of Brazil. This process is regulated by the Brazilian Institute of the Environment and Renewable Natural Resource, and they have implicated the re-planting of new seedlings throughout the distillation process.
Ingredient Type
Hydration Agent
Source
France
Target
Dryness
Texture
Verified
Non-GMO | Gluten Free
Appears in Products Like:
Dew Drops Mushroom + Kakadu Plum Hyaluronic Acid Serum
$35.00 $50.00
First Light Vitamin C + Caffeine Eye Cream
$28.70 $41.00
Why We Use It
Butylene Glycol is a fatty alcohol that prevents formulas from separating. It is typically used as a solvent to help dissolve ingredients that typically would not mix well in water, like essential oils and fatty acids. Its molecular structure is a carbon chain, with alcohol groups attached to it that make it able to emulsify ingredients that are hydrophilic and hydrophobic. Butylene glycol also has moisturizing properties that condition the skin and supports the skin's health.
How It's Sourced
This ingredient is made from the fermentation of plant based sugars.
Sustainability Story
N/A
Ingredient Type
Active
Source
Ghana
Target
Dryness
Texture
Verified
ECOCERT Certified | Non-GMO | Organic | Gluten Free
Appears in Products Like:
Buttercream Hydrating Lip Mask
$20.00 $25.00
Superfruit Lactic + Multifruit 8% AHA Exfoliating Mask
$26.60 $38.00
Why We Use It
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) is known for its emollient and moisturizing properties that have been used to treat dry, cracked skin. It is enriched with fatty acids like oleic, and stearic acid which are stable against oxidation. There have been studies to show that oleic acid enhances the penetration of certain ingredients into the epidermis. This helps to better deliver certain ingredients that have poor absorption through the skin. These fatty acids help to maintain the softness, and elasticity of the skin and reduce the look of fine lines and wrinkles. Other constituents found in shea butter are triterpenes, which have been shown to have an anti-inflammatory effect on the skin.
How It's Sourced
The shea tree nuts are harvested and cleaned before they get mechanically processed to separate the fats from the solids. This stage of the shea butter is in crude form, and through further processing such as filtration and deodorization, the shea butter becomes more pure and refined.
Sustainability Story
Our Shea Butter is ECOCERT Certified from Ghana. Our supplier is a member of the Global Shea Alliance and supports rural African women’s empowerment, fair working conditions, and the development of local communities. This program promotes an inclusive value chain and drives a sustainable industry while maintaining confidentiality.
Cc
Ingredient Type
Texture
Source
France
Target
Dryness
Verified
ECOCERT/COSMOS Certified
Appears in Products Like:
Why We Use It
This ingredient is a solid at room temperature but has a melting point close to that of the skin. This allows it to provide a unique sensorial effect of melting on the skin during application. These triglycerides are extremely stable and resistant to oxidation.
How It's Sourced
C10-18 Triglycerides is produced by an interesterification between palm kernel oil and hydrogenated palm oil.
Sustainability Story
Our C10-18 Triglycerides supplier is RSPO (Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil) certified, meaning they have been audited and proven that all palm-based raw materials are sourced from sustainable palm oil production. Sustainable palm oil is critical for protecting the environment and wildlife, reducing poverty, supporting affordable food prices, and protecting the interests of communities and workers in the palm industry.
Ingredient Type
Hydration Agent
Source
France
Target
Dryness
Verified
N/A
Appears in Products Like:
Dream Bio-Retinol + Shorea Butter Rejuvenating Cream
$37.50 $50.00
Why We Use It
C12-16 Alcohols are not your typical alcohol. It is a fatty alcohol that resembles an emollient - and actually helps to hydrate the skin. Fatty alcohols are sometimes used as a solvent to help dissolve ingredients that typically do not like to dissolve in water such as essential oils.
How It's Sourced
C12-16 Alcohols are made alongside the hydrogenated lecithin. This ingredient is the byproduct of hydrogenating lecithin and exists alongside it as it provides extra moisturizing benefits.
Sustainability Story
N/A
Ingredient Type
Texture
Source
USA
Target
Dryness
Uneven Texture
Verified
Non-GMO | Gluten Free
Appears in Products Like:
Buttercream Hydrating Lip Mask
$20.00 $25.00
Why We Use It
Our alkanes are plant-based polymers used to thicken the oil phase of a product. It also helps to leave the skin feeling luxurious after application.
How It's Sourced
C15-23 alkanes are a by-product of the production of hydrogenated soybean polyglycerides.
Sustainability Story
N/A
Ingredient Type
Active
Source
Peru
Target
pH Imbalance
Redness
Verified
N/A
Appears in Products Like:
Dew Drops Mushroom + Kakadu Plum Hyaluronic Acid Serum
$35.00 $50.00
Why We Use It
Caesalpinia Spinosa (Tara) Fruit Extract contains tannins which are phenolic compounds that have antioxidant capabilities. Tannins work to scavenge free radicals caused by external factors, such as pollution and UV rays from the sun that can cause loss of elasticity in the skin. They are also vasoconstrictors that tighten our blood capillaries that run directly underneath our skin. By constricting those blood vessels, the tannins in Caesalpinia Spinosa fruit extract can help reduce redness and puffiness. When tannins are hydrolyzed they can form complexes with reactive metals, avoiding free radical generation which results in oxidative damage of cellular membranes and DNA. Tara pods are a good source of not only tannins, gallotannic and gallic acid, which help support the extract with its antioxidant properties.
How It's Sourced
Caesalpinia Spinosa (Tara) Fruit pods are dried and macerated into small grains. The grains are soaked into a solvent for a period of time before the solid constituents are removed. The solution is refined and then dried to isolate the extract.
Sustainability Story
N/A
Ingredient Type
Exfoliating Agent
Source
Netherlands
Target
Texture
Verified
Non-GMO
Appears in Products Like:
Why We Use It
Calcium lactate is used to help gently remove dead skin cells, and induces a tightening feeling of the skin.
How It's Sourced
Calcium lactate is derived from calcium hydroxide (purified lime).
Sustainability Story
N/A
Ingredient Type
Hydration Agent
Source
USA
Target
Dryness
Verified
Non-GMO
Appears in Products Like:
Skin Hero Calendula + 2% Bakuchiol Bio-Retinol Serum
$37.50 $50.00
Why We Use It
Calendula extract is a naturally occurring antioxidant. It protects the skin from stresses by neutralizing free radicals. Calendula extract has high concentrations of fatty acids which are abundant in the skin (e.g. linoleic acid). By supplementing the body with these fatty acids, calendula extract keeps the skin hydrated and helps stimulate collagen production.
How It's Sourced
Calendula is a flower extract derived from Calendula officinalis L., a plant native to Central Europe and the Mediterranean. The plant's flower oil is extracted and filtered, and the oil contains many actives that result in its regenerative properties.
Sustainability Story
N/A
Ingredient Type
Active
Source
South Korea
Target
Texture
Dullness
Dryness
Verified
N/A
Appears in Products Like:
Why We Use It
Camellia Japonica (Camellia) Seed Oil is a golden-yellow emollient. Camellia Japonica has antioxidant potential and is abundant in nutrients like oleic acid, linoleic acid, and vitamins A, D, C, and E. Oleic and linoleic acid are also known as omega 9 and omega 6 fatty acids, respectively. The essential fatty acids contribute to the skin by supporting the skin's native lipid barrier, have antioxidant potential, and exhibit anti-inflammatory and anti-irritating properties. The vitamins work as antioxidants to neutralize free radicals caused by external factors. They help to prevent the loss of skin elasticity and soften the look of fine lines.
How It's Sourced
The camellia japonica seeds are harvested and dried. The seeds are then cold pressed to separate the solids from the oil. That oil is then further refined to create high purity camellia oil.
Sustainability Story
N/A
Ingredient Type
Active
Source
Argentina
Target
Texture
Dullness
Dryness
Verified
Non-GMO | Organic
Appears in Products Like:
Glow 49% Jojoba Oil Serum
$31.50 $45.00
Why We Use It
Camellia Oleifera (Camellia) Seed Oil is a golden-yellow aromatic emollient that has antioxidant potential and is abundant in nutrients like oleic acid, linoleic acid, vitamin E, vitamin A, and squalene. Oleic and linoleic acid are also known as omega 9 and omega 6 fatty acids, respectively. The essential fatty acids and squalene contribute to the skin by supporting the skin's native lipid barrier, have antioxidant potential, and exhibit anti-inflammatory and anti-irritating properties. Vitamin A, and E work as antioxidants and neutralize free radicals caused by external factors. They help to prevent loss of elasticity in the skin and soften the look of fine lines.
How It's Sourced
The Camellia Oleifera seeds are harvested and dried. The seeds are then cold pressed to separate the solids from the oil. That oil is then further refined to create high purity camellia oil.
Sustainability Story
Our Camellia Seed Oil is organic and sourced from flower plantations that are native to China. Our suppliers work with local farmers and communities to ensure fair harvesting practices and offer financial support if needed.
Ingredient Type
Active
Source
China
Target
Redness
Dullness
Verified
Non-GMO | Gluten Free
Appears in Products Like:
Detox Green Tea Antioxidant Clay Mask
$20.00 $25.00
Why We Use It
Green tea extract contains antioxidants, phytonutrients and limited amounts of amino acids, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals. It contains a polyphenol called epigallocatechin gallate, that has been proven to help reduce inflammation, and even treat diseases like cancer. However in skincare, the polyphenols have low stability, and need to be formulated with a stabilizer ingredient to prevent oxidation.
How It's Sourced
The green tea leaves are cut and removed from the tea shrub. It is cut into smaller grains to increase surface area for hydro-alcoholic extraction. The solution is filtered, concentrated, and sprayed dried on an inert powder. The powder is further refined through sifting before being sent for packaging.
Sustainability Story
N/A
Ingredient Type
Chelating Agent
Source
USA
Target
pH Imbalance
Verified
Non-GMO | Gluten Free | ECOCERT/COSMOS Certified
Appears in Products Like:
Superfruit Lactic + Multifruit 8% AHA Exfoliating Mask
$26.60 $38.00
Why We Use It
Caprylhydroxamic Acid is a natural chelating agent sourced from coconuts. It is a white to tan crystalline solid that forms strong complexes with oxidized transition metal ions almost instantaneously to prevent them from degrading the formula overtime.
How It's Sourced
Caprylhydroxamic acid is synthesized by the transamidation of methyl caprylate (derived from coconut oil sourced from Southeast Asia) with hydroxylamine (synthesized from the oxidation of ammonia derived from atmospheric nitrogen and hydrogen).
Sustainability Story
Our Caprylhydroxamic Acid supplier is RSPO (Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil) certified, meaning they have been audited and proven that all palm-based raw materials are sourced from sustainable palm oil production. Sustainable palm oil is critical for protecting the environment and wildlife, reducing poverty, supporting affordable food prices, and protecting the interests of communities and workers in the palm industry.
Ingredient Type
Skin Conditioner
Source
Indonesia
Target
Dryness
Texture
pH Imbalance
Verified
N/A
Appears in Products Like:
Nourish Lavender + MCT Cleansing Oil
$18.40 $23.00
Why We Use It
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride at room temperature is an oily liquid that has an excellent shelf life due to its great stability and resistance to oxidation. This property makes caprylic/capric triglyceride desirable to blend active ingredients to prevent degradation. The three main functions that caprylic/capric triglyceride is used for are, dispersing agent, solvent and emollient. When applied topically to the skin it absorbs quickly without leaving the skin oily or greasy. When products are formulated with triglycerides, it helps the product to spread more easily, and keep ingredients suspended evenly such as vitamins and pigments. Caprylic/capric triglyceride have antioxidant properties on the skin and boost antioxidants in skin products.
How It's Sourced
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is derived from the esterfication of palm kernel and glycerin. It is created through a process that uses steam and pressure hydrolysis to break down the oil into free fatty acids and glycerol. This is then further refined to remove residual fatty acids leaving only the medium-chain fatty acids. In short, the oil is processed to remove the long-chain fatty acids.
Sustainability Story
Our Capryic/Capric Triglyceride supplier is RSPO (Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil) certified, meaning they have been audited and proven that all palm-based raw materials are sourced from sustainable palm oil production. Sustainable palm oil is critical for protecting the environment and wildlife, reducing poverty, supporting affordable food prices, and protecting the interests of communities and workers in the palm industry.
Ingredient Type
Hydration Agent
Source
India
Target
Dryness
Uneven Texture
Verified
Non-GMO | Gluten Free | ECOCERT Certified
Appears in Products Like:
Dream Bio-Retinol + Shorea Butter Rejuvenating Cream
$37.50 $50.00
Why We Use It
Diheptyl Succinate is a skin-conditioning agent also known as a emollient that is derived from natural oils such as coconut oil and sebacic acid that is derived from castor oil, which both help to hydrate the skin. Emollients work to make the skin feel soft and supple, by improving the texture of the skin.
How It's Sourced
Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer is manufactured from the pyrolysis of castor oil that has been fermented. The exact process on how capryloyl glycerin/sebacic acid copolymer is manufactured is proprietary information.
Sustainability Story
Our Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer is a ECOCERT certified and 100% renewable and biodegradable product. The extraction process is highly efficient and water is the only reaction by-product, there is no waste or release of harmful chemicals into the environment. Therefore, the ingredient provides the benefits of silicones without yielding harmful health and environmental risks.
Ingredient Type
Active
Source
India
Target
Texture
Dullness
pH Imbalance
Verified
Non-GMO
Appears in Products Like:
Refresh Papaya + Salicylic Acid Cleanser
$24.00 $30.00
Why We Use It
Papaya is a rich source of vitamins that work as powerful antioxidants on the skin, and also contain papain, an enzyme that gently exfoliates the skin. Vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E work as antioxidants in papaya work to neutralize free radicals on the skin. It also contains enzymes that help to brighten the skin by gently sloughing off dead skin cells and has antimicrobial properties.
How It's Sourced
The papaya fruit is turned into a pulp and then put through a cad mill. After, it is mixed with maltodextrin for micro-encapsulation, then homogenized, and pasteurized before it is spray dried.
Sustainability Story
N/A
Ingredient Type
Bulking Agent
Source
Netherlands
Target
N/A
Verified
ECOCERT/COSMOS Certified | Non-GMO
Why We Use It
Used as a binder and emulsifier to stabilize a formula with ingredients that typically do not mix well together.
How It's Sourced
Chicory roots are soaked in hot water to extract the water-soluble ingredients. The solution then undergoes bacterial fermentation of glucose. A natural reaction of cellulose with chloroacetic acid. The final product is blended and spray dried onto a powder.
Sustainability Story
Our blend of sugars is upcycled from the root of the chicory plant. This part of the plant is often discarded once the leaves are removed. Chicory fields surround the factory to reduce carbon emissions, and the waste from the factory is used as natural fertilizer or animal feed to fulfill the circular economy cycle.
Ingredient Type
Bulking Agent
Source
France
Target
Texture
Verified
Non-GMO
Why We Use It
Cellulose gum is used to increase the viscosity (i.e. thickness) of aqueous products to reach a desired consistency. It also enhances the feeling of the cosmetic between your fingers.
How It's Sourced
Cellulose is made by mixing cellulose from the cell wall of plants into an alkali (basic) solution such as sodium hydroxide, then etherifying it (connecting the molecules together with an ether group) to create the polymer gum.
Sustainability Story
Our wood-based cellulose is derived from Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)- and Program for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC)-certified suppliers with zero deforestation practices. Our cotton-based cellulose is sourced from recycled cotton and our suppliers have third party certifications that the cotton is composed of recycled content.
Ingredient Type
Active
Source
Italy
Target
Radiance
Uneven Texture
Redness
Verified
Non-GMO | Gluten Free | ECOCERT/COSMOS Certified
Appears in Products Like:
Restore Ceramides + Gotu Kola Barrier Repair Cream
$37.50 $50.00
Why We Use It
Gotu Kola has been used in many traditional medicines as well as in food and drinks. Gotu Kola contains dicaffeoylquinic acid-derived polyphenols which are an important group of antioxidants. It also helps to repair and stabilize the capillaries in the skin which decreases inflammation and redness.
How It's Sourced
Centella asiatica is a perennial herb that grows primarily in Asia. The flowers were extracted with methanol by cold maceration process then concentrated to get a thick paste.
Sustainability Story
Our Gotu Kola is extracted and manufactured in compliance with the Nagoya Protocol, a treaty established in India to ensure the sustainable use of components of biological diversity.
Ingredient Type
Active
Source
Canada
Target
Dryness
Radiance
Verified
Non-GMO
Appears in Products Like:
Replenish Ceramides + Blueberry Barrier Repair Serum
$37.50 $50.00
Restore Ceramides + Gotu Kola Barrier Repair Cream
$37.50 $50.00
Why We Use It
Ceramide NP is a compound that is structurally identical to the ceramides produced in your skin. Ceramides are an integral part of the extracellular (lipid) matrix of your skin. The stratum corneum (upper layer of your skin) is structured in a brick and mortar format, where the lipid matrix that includes ceramides acts as the mortar for the cells around it. A healthy stratum corneum lipid composition is imperative for having hydrated, soft skin. It prevents trans-epidermal water loss and prevents inflammation from external stressors.
How It's Sourced
Ceramides are produced by the fermentation of corn and rapeseed with yeast.
Sustainability Story
N/A
Ingredient Type
Bulking Agent
Source
Denmark
Target
Texture
Verified
Non-GMO
Appears in Products Like:
Why We Use It
Ceratonia Siliqua (Carob) Gum thickens when mixed with water. As a result, this helps to enhance the product's viscosity and ensure a creamy consistency.
How It's Sourced
Ceratonia Siliqua (Carob) Gum is flour made from the endosperm of the locust bean seed harvested from carob trees "Ceratonia siliqua".
Sustainability Story
N/A
Ingredient Type
Surfactant
Source
India
Target
Texture
Dryness
Verified
Non-GMO | Gluten Free
Appears in Products Like:
Superfruit Lactic + Multifruit 8% AHA Exfoliating Mask
$26.60 $38.00
Why We Use It
Cetearyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol that prevents formulas from separating into oil and water. It is typically used as a solvent to help dissolve ingredients that typically would not mix well in water, like essential oils and fatty acids. Its molecular structure is a carbon chain, with alcohol groups attached to it that make it able to emulsify ingredients that are hydrophilic and hydrophobic.
How It's Sourced
Cetearyl alcohol is made from cetyl and stearyl alcohols. Stearyl alcohol is made by transesterification and distillation of coconut or palm kernel using a methanol and zinc catalyst, followed by hydrogenating the resulting methyl esters using a copper catalyst. The catalysts are removed during the fractional distillation phases, so there are little or no metals in the final product. Cetyl alcohol is manufactured by reducing ethyl palmitate (the waxy ester of palmitic acid) with metallic sodium and alcohol or under acidic conditions with lithium aluminum hydride as a catalyst.
Sustainability Story
Our Cetearyl Alcohol supplier is RSPO (Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil) certified, meaning they have been audited and proven that all palm-based raw materials are sourced from sustainable palm oil production. Sustainable palm oil is critical for protecting the environment and wildlife, reducing poverty, supporting affordable food prices, and protecting the interests of communities and workers in the palm industry.
Ingredient Type
Surfactant
Source
Italy
Target
Dryness
Texture
Verified
Non-GMO | Gluten Free | COSMOS Certified
Appears in Products Like:
Superfruit Lactic + Multifruit 8% AHA Exfoliating Mask
$26.60 $38.00
Why We Use It
Cetearyl Olivate is an oily, waxy ester that is mainly used in formulas as a emulsifier. An emulsifier is a type of surfactant, that helps to combine ingredients like oil and water to mix in a stable solution without separating.
How It's Sourced
Cetearyl Olivate is made from the esterification of reacting an acid constituent with an alcohol. Typically esterification is used to make fragrances and flavourings, however in this case, it creates a product that can help emulsify polar and nonpolar ingredients due to its chemical nature.
Sustainability Story
Our Cetearyl Olivate supplier is RSPO (Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil) certified, meaning they have been audited and proven that all palm-based raw materials are sourced from sustainable palm oil production. Sustainable palm oil is critical for protecting the environment and wildlife, reducing poverty, supporting affordable food prices, and protecting the interests of communities and workers in the palm industry.
Ingredient Type
Bulking Agent
Source
USA
Target
Dryness
Verified
N/A
Appears in Products Like:
Why We Use It
Cetyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol that acts as a thickener in the formula. It increases the viscosity of the product and provides mild moisturizing benefits. It also can help co-emulsify the product meaning it helps to mix the oil and water ingredients together.
How It's Sourced
Cetyl alcohol is prepared via a reaction called catalytic hydrogenation, in which two hydrogen atoms are added to the triglycerides from palm kernel oil. This is followed by an oxidation step producing the final material.
Sustainability Story
Our Cetyl Alcohol supplier is RSPO (Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil) certified, meaning they have been audited and proven that all palm-based raw materials are sourced from sustainable palm oil production. Sustainable palm oil is critical for protecting the environment and wildlife, reducing poverty, supporting affordable food prices, and protecting the interests of communities and workers in the palm industry.
Ingredient Type
Preservative
Source
USA
Target
Dryness
Uneven Texture
Verified
Non-GMO
Appears in Products Like:
Dream Bio-Retinol + Shorea Butter Rejuvenating Cream
$37.50 $50.00
Why We Use It
Cetyl Lactate, a multipurpose emollient, is a performance-enhancing ester that can be used in a wide variety of personal care products. It has non greasy properties but of high smoothness and emolliency to creams and emulsions. It allows the production of creamy and emollient formulations for creams and other forms. This highly versatile emollient reduces tackiness and greasiness that other ingredients may cause in the formulation and provides a non-oily lubricity in hydro-alcoholic products.
How It's Sourced
Cetyl Lactate is made from reacting lactic acid and cetyl alcohol in a Fischer esterification reaction to combine the two products. Typically esterification is used to make fragrances and flavourings, however in this case, it creates a product that can help emulsify polar and nonpolar ingredients due to its chemical nature.
Sustainability Story
Our Cetyl Lactate is 100% natural and biodegradable and our supplier is involved in the Sedex Members Ethical Trade Audit. The processes are related to the Ethical Trading Initiative Base Code following the four pillars, Labor, Health and Safety, Environment and Business Ethics.
Ingredient Type
Active
Source
China
Target
Redness
Verified
Non-GMO
Appears in Products Like:
Refresh Papaya + Salicylic Acid Cleanser
$24.00 $30.00
Why We Use It
Chamomilla flower extract main active constituents are chamazulene, bisabolol, and terpenes. Chamazulene and bisbolol have anti-inflammatory potential, and terpenes are responsible for the mild floral scent that it gives. Chamomilla flower extract also contains some essential oils and can be sensitizing to some people.
How It's Sourced
The Chamomilla Recutita flowers are cut into smaller grains to increase surface area for hydro-alcoholic extraction. The solution is filtered, concentrated, and sprayed dried on an inert powder. The powder is further refined through sifting before being sent for packaging.
Sustainability Story
N/A
Ingredient Type
Hydration Agent
Source
Germany
Target
Dryness
Verified
Non-GMO
Appears in Products Like:
Why We Use It
Chondrus Crispus Extract (Red Algae) is a type of seaweed that is composed of amino acids that help keep the skin hydrated. The ingredient is also rich in antioxidants which help protect the skin from pollutants and environmental stressors.
How It's Sourced
Chondrus Crispus Extract is made of a seaweed extract (Eucheuma cottonii). It is often referred to as "Irish Moss" as the seaweed grows on the coastline of the Atlantic.
Sustainability Story
N/A
Ingredient Type
Preservative
Source
China
Target
Dullness
Uneven Texture
Verified
Non-GMO
Appears in Products Like:
Refresh Papaya + Salicylic Acid Cleanser
$24.00 $30.00
Why We Use It
Citric acid is an alpha-hydroxy-acid (AHA) that works as a chemical exfoliant that can help with acne. It has been shown to plump, brighten, and smooth out the skin by promoting cell turnover and preventing clogged pores. Due to its low pH, it works to adjust the pH of the formula in order to make the overall product potentially less irritating on the skin.
How It's Sourced
Citric acid is made from fermented corn maize. A bacteria strain ferments the corn and then the liquid is further concentrated then dried to create citric acid.
Sustainability Story
N/A
Ingredient Type
Scent
Source
Italy
Target
Texture
Verified
Non-GMO | Gluten Free
Appears in Products Like:
Skin Hero Calendula + 2% Bakuchiol Bio-Retinol Serum
$37.50 $50.00
Why We Use It
Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Peel Oil is an essential oil used in cosmetics and aromatherapy. While making product formulas smell better, bitter orange also has antibacterial properties and is anti-inflammatory.
How It's Sourced
Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil is derived from the peel of orange bitter. The fruit is cold-pressed, without heat, to extract the essential oil.
Sustainability Story
N/A
Ingredient Type
Scent
Source
Italy
Target
Dullness
Verified
Non-GMO
Appears in Products Like:
Glow 49% Jojoba Oil Serum
$31.50 $45.00
Why We Use It
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Peel Oil is an essential oil used in cosmetics and aromatherapy. It is used to make product formulas smell better while using natural ingredients. For people with sensitive skin, essential oils can be sensitizing because they contain compounds such as Limonene, however in small amounts, it is unlikely to do so, and it is used for product scent purposes.
How It's Sourced
The peels are mechanically removed and soaked in a solvent to create an emulsion that is channeled into centrifuges. The centrifuges use a spinning force to separate the oil from the solid components and then the water is removed from the solution. The oil is collected and then packaged.
Sustainability Story
Our bergamot oil is sourced from bergamia trees that are native to Sicily, Italy. This process uses little water and fertilizer, allowing the plant to thrive in harsh conditions. Our suppliers work with local farmers and communities to ensure fair harvesting practices and offer financial support if needed.
Ingredient Type
Exfoliating Agent
Source
USA
Target
Dryness
Dullness
Verified
Non-GMO | Gluten Free
Appears in Products Like:
Superfruit Lactic + Multifruit 8% AHA Exfoliating Mask
$26.60 $38.00
Why We Use It
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract is rich in alpha hydroxy acids, which increase the rate of cell renewal to promote smoother and plumper skin. The ingredient also helps improve skin texture by shedding the outer layer of the skin, which decreases the appearance of fine lines.
How It's Sourced
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract is derived from the peel of the orange Citrus Aurantium. Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract is processed through an extraction process, which reduces color and odor, while concentrating the active properties of the ingredient. Once extracted and composited, the fruit extract is concentrated by vacuum distillation until a specified concentration of actives is achieved. The product is then filtered to eliminate any particulate matter.
Sustainability Story
N/A
Ingredient Type
Skin Conditioner
Source
Japan
Target
Radiance
Verified
Non-GMO | Gluten-Free
Appears in Products Like:
Superfruit Lactic + Multifruit 8% AHA Exfoliating Mask
$26.60 $38.00
Why We Use It
Citrus Junos (Yuzu) Peel Oil is a natural antioxidant, which helps brighten the skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines. Antioxidants help prevent the formation of free radicals and protect tissue against cellular damage by stabilizing free oxygen molecules.
How It's Sourced
Citrus Junos (Yuzu) Peel Oil is obtained from the peel of Yuzu, a citrus fruit of East Asian origin. The peel oil is cold pressed meaning that it is extracted without involving high heat levels. This method of extraction ensures that ingredients remain active and potent allowing for the natural antioxidants to be better preserved.
Sustainability Story
N/A
Ingredient Type
Exfoliating Agent
Source
USA
Target
Dryness
Dullness
Verified
Non-GMO | Gluten Free
Appears in Products Like:
Superfruit Lactic + Multifruit 8% AHA Exfoliating Mask
$26.60 $38.00
Why We Use It
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract is rich in alpha hydroxy acids, which increase the rate of cell renewal to promote smoother and plumper skin. The ingredient is also helps improve skin texture by shedding the outer layer of the skin, which decreases the appearance of fine lines.
How It's Sourced
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract is derived from the fruit of the lemon Citrus Limon. Saccharum officinarum (sugar cane) extract is processed through an extraction process, which reduces color and odor, while concentrating the active properties of the ingredient. Once extracted and composited, the fruit extract is concentrated by vacuum distillation until a specified concentration of actives is achieved. The product is then filtered to eliminate any particulate matter.
Sustainability Story
N/A
Ingredient Type
Skin Conditioner
Source
Argentina
Target
Radiance
Verified
Non-GMO | Gluten Free
Appears in Products Like:
Superfruit Lactic + Multifruit 8% AHA Exfoliating Mask
$26.60 $38.00
Why We Use It
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil is a natural antioxidant, which helps brighten the skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines. Antioxidants help prevent the formation of free radicals and protect tissue against cellular damage by stabilizing free oxygen molecules.
How It's Sourced
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil is obtained from the rind of the lemon, which lemonade is also made from. The peel oil is cold pressed meaning that it is extracted without involving high heat levels. This method of extraction ensures that ingredients remain active and potent allowing for the natural antioxidants to be better preserved.
Sustainability Story
N/A
Ingredient Type
Scent
Source
South Korea
Target
Radiance
Verified
N/A
Appears in Products Like:
Why We Use It
Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Peel Extract is an essential oil used in cosmetics and aromatherapy. The citrus peel oil is composed of limonene, a natural fragrance ingredient in the citrus fruit rind. Although limonene may cause irritations for people with sensitive skin, at low concentrations, it is unlikely to do so, and it is used for product scent purposes. Mandarin Orange extract also has antioxidant properties, protecting the skin from environmental stressors.
How It's Sourced
Mandarin Orange Peel Extract is obtained from the rind of the orange. The peel extract is cold pressed meaning that it is extracted without involving high heat levels. This method of extraction ensures that ingredients remain active and potent.
Sustainability Story
N/A
Ingredient Type
Scent
Source
Argentina
Target
pH Imbalance
Verified
Non-GMO
Appears in Products Like:
Refresh Papaya + Salicylic Acid Cleanser
$24.00 $30.00
Why We Use It
Citrus paradisi (Grapefruit) peel oil is an essential oil. While essential oils can be sensitizing to some people, in low concentrations it is unlikely to do so and it helps to mask unpleasant scents from ingredients added to formulas.
How It's Sourced
The peels are mechanically removed and soaked in a solvent to create an emulsion that is channeled into centrifuges. The centrifuges use a spinning force to separate the oil from the solid components and then the water is removed from the solution. The oil is collected and then packaged.
Sustainability Story
N/A
Ingredient Type
Scent
Source
Brazil
Target
N/A
Verified
Non-GMO | Gluten Free
Appears in Products Like:
Dew Drops Mushroom + Kakadu Plum Hyaluronic Acid Serum
$35.00 $50.00
Why We Use It
Citrus Sinensis (Sweet Orange) Peel Oil is an essential oil used in cosmetics and aromatherapy. It is used to make product formulas smell better while using natural ingredients. For people with sensitive skin, essential oils can be sensitizing because they contain compounds such as Limonene, however in small amounts, it is unlikely to do so, and it is used for product scent purposes. Orange oil is also used to aid in the maintenance of smooth skin and balances oil production as well as having anti-microbial and anti-fungal properties.
How It's Sourced
Sweet Orange Peel Oil is obtained from the rind of the orange. The peel oil is cold pressed meaning that it is extracted without involving high heat levels. This method of extraction ensures that ingredients remain active and potent.
Sustainability Story
N/A
Ingredient Type
Scent
Source
Italy
Target
N/A
Verified
Non-GMO | Gluten Free
Appears in Products Like:
Why We Use It
Citrus Reticulata (Tangerine) Peel Oil is an essential oil used in cosmetics and aromatherapy. It is used to make product formulas smell better while using natural ingredients. For people with sensitive skin, essential oils can be sensitizing because they contain compounds such as Limonene, however in small amounts, it is unlikely to do so, and it is used for product scent purposes.
How It's Sourced
The tangerine peels are collected, washed and dried. They are then soaked in a solvent and go through a process of steam distillation. Steam distillation is the separation process that uses two liquids that have different boiling points, and using heat to boil the liquid mixture in so that one liquid remains and the other liquid boils off into steam. The steam is then recollected and condensed in a separate container.
Sustainability Story
N/A
Ingredient Type
Hydration Agent
Source
France
Target
Dryness
Dullness
Verified
Non-GMO | Gluten Free
Appears in Products Like:
Dream Bio-Retinol + Shorea Butter Rejuvenating Cream
$37.50 $50.00
Why We Use It
Coco Caprylate Caprate is an ester of natural fatty alcohol, caprylic acid and capric acid. It has unique chemical composition and chain length distribution, making it much lighter than traditional grades of coco caprylate/caprate esters. Fast spreading, low-greasiness emollient that provides very light skin feel similar to silicone oils. Coco Caprylate Caprate is an excellent alternative to dimethicone and other silicones or other synthetic emollients esters. It leaves a pleasant, invisible film on the skin that contributes to long-term hydration after application.
How It's Sourced
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate is made from the esterification of coconut alcohol and caprylic acid. Typically esterification is used to make fragrances and flavourings, however in this case, it creates a product that can help emulsify polar and nonpolar ingredients due to its chemical nature.
Sustainability Story
Our Coco-Caprylate/Caprate supplier is RSPO (Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil) certified, meaning they have been audited and proven that all palm-based raw materials are sourced from sustainable palm oil production. Sustainable palm oil is critical for protecting the environment and wildlife, reducing poverty, supporting affordable food prices, and protecting the interests of communities and workers in the palm industry.
Ingredient Type
Hydration Agent
Source
India
Target
Dryness
Radiance
Verified
Non-GMO | Gluten Free
Appears in Products Like:
Dew Drops Mushroom + Kakadu Plum Hyaluronic Acid Serum
$35.00 $50.00
Why We Use It
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Juice is an effective moisturization agent that supports hydration by reducing trans-epidermal water loss. Coconut fruit juice contains sugars, vitamins, minerals, amino acids and phytohormones that allow it to promote healthy skin cell growth.
How It's Sourced
Tender coconuts are opened and the water is collected then filtered through a membrane. Finally, the clear coconut water is freeze-dried and stored.
Sustainability Story
N/A
Ingredient Type
Active
Source
Philippines
Target
Texture
Dryness
Verified
Fairtrade | Organic | Non-GMO | Gluten Free
Appears in Products Like:
Buttercream Hydrating Lip Mask
$20.00 $25.00
Vanilla Lip Exfoliator
$16.80 $21.00
Why We Use It
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil contains many essential fatty acids that can improve the skin’s elasticity and moisture. Coconut oil works to help the skin’s barrier function, by replenishing and supporting the native lipids on our skin. It also has antimicrobial properties that make it a natural preservative. Coconut oil is an emollient type of moisturizer which helps skin barrier function, membrane fluidity, and cell signaling leading to the overall improvement in skin texture and appearance.
How It's Sourced
The kernels of the coconut are cleaned and prepared. The white flesh of the coconut is cold pressed to separate the oil from the rest of the coconut, and then filtered to remove any impurities.
Sustainability Story
Our Coconut Oil is certified Fair Trade and Organic from the Philippines, allowing better trading conditions for farmers in developing countries. This ingredient is sourced in an environment where locals are guaranteed better prices for their crops to better support their communities and families. Farmers follow sustainable harvesting practices and receive improved working conditions.
Ingredient Type
Active
Source
Spain
Target
Radiance
Verified
Gluten Free
Appears in Products Like:
First Light Vitamin C + Caffeine Eye Cream
$28.70 $41.00
Why We Use It
Coffee Seed Oil contains high concentrations of fatty acids such as palmitic acid and linoleic acid that help support skin hydration. It also is rich in tocopherols which are a strong antioxidant and help to fight signs of aging.
How It's Sourced
Coffee Seed Oil is made via a CO2 supercritical extraction using no residual solvent.
Sustainability Story
Our Coffee Seed Oil is upcycled! Spent ground coffee is converted to the oil which would otherwise go to waste after being used to make coffee. The coffee is also ascertained to originate from sustainable sources that are verified in sustainability programs.
Ingredient Type
Active
Source
China
Target
Texture
Dullness
pH Imbalance
Verified
Non-GMO | Gluten Free
Why We Use It
Cucumber peel extract contains many phenolic compounds and also some lactic acid. Lactic acid exhibits antioxidant properties that can help to protect the skin from free radicals and also help exfoliate the skin. Since lactic acid has a larger molecular size than glycolic acid, it is gentler on the skin and less likely to be irritating.
How It's Sourced
The cucumber peels are cut and removed from the cucumber. It is cut into smaller grains to increase surface area for hydro-alcoholic extraction. The solution is filtered, concentrated, and sprayed dried on an inert powder. The powder is further refined through sifting before being sent for packaging.
Sustainability Story
N/A
Dd
Ingredient Type
Texture
Source
USA
Target
Dryness
Verified
Non-GMO
Appears in Products Like:
Superfruit Lactic + Multifruit 8% AHA Exfoliating Mask
$26.60 $38.00
Why We Use It
Decyl glucoside is a naturally derived surfactant from corn and coconut oil. The surfactant is non-ionic meaning that it is neutrally charged and helps lower the surface tension of water, which helps to enhance the spreading and penetrating of a liquid.
How It's Sourced
Decyl glucoside is formed by acetalizing fatty alcohol (obtained from coconut) and glucose (obtained from corn starch). The oil is split, and the fatty acids are separated through dissolution to form Decyl glucoside, a fatty alcohol.
Sustainability Story
Our Decyl Glucoside supplier is RSPO (Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil) certified, meaning they have been audited and proven that all palm-based raw materials are sourced from sustainable palm oil production. Sustainable palm oil is critical for protecting the environment and wildlife, reducing poverty, supporting affordable food prices, and protecting the interests of communities and workers in the palm industry.
Ingredient Type
Skin Conditioner
Source
Indonesia
Target
Dryness
Uneven Texture
Verified
Non-GMO | Gluten Free
Appears in Products Like:
Dream Bio-Retinol + Shorea Butter Rejuvenating Cream
$37.50 $50.00
Skin Hero Calendula + 2% Bakuchiol Bio-Retinol Serum
$37.50 $50.00
Why We Use It
Dicaprylyl Ether is a skin-conditioning agent also known as an emollient that is derived from caprylic acid, which is a fatty acid found in coconuts and palm oil. Emollients work to make the skin feel soft and supple, by improving the texture of the skin. This ingredient is used as a natural alternative to silicones.
How It's Sourced
Dicaprylyl Ether is derived from coconut and palm oil. The fatty acids from the oil are esterified and then distilled to separate the capryl alcohol. Etherification is then done to the capryl alcohol to form the Dicaprylyl Ether and water.
Sustainability Story
Our Dicaprylyl Ether is a 100% renewable-based, readily biodegradable COSMOS approved ingredient. This is a natural silicone-alternative and our supplier is committed to a CO2 management program and developed water management in their production facilities.
Ingredient Type
Texture
Source
India
Target
Dryness
Uneven Texture
Verified
Non-GMO | Gluten Free | ECOCERT Certified
Appears in Products Like:
Dream Bio-Retinol + Shorea Butter Rejuvenating Cream
$37.50 $50.00
Why We Use It
Diheptyl Succinate is a skin-conditioning agent also known as an emollient that is derived from natural oils, which help to hydrate the skin. Emollients work to make the skin feel soft and supple, by improving the texture of the skin. This ingredient is used as a natural alternative to silicones.
How It's Sourced
Diheptyl Succinate is manufactured from the pyrolysis of castor oil that has been fermented. The exact process on how diheptyl succinate is manufactured is proprietary information.
Sustainability Story
Our Diheptyl Succinate is a ECOCERT certified and 100% renewable and biodegradable product. The extraction process is highly efficient and water is the only reaction by-product, there is no waste or release of harmful chemicals into the environment. Therefore, the ingredient provides the benefits of silicones without yielding harmful health and environmental risks.
Ingredient Type
Skin Conditioner
Source
China
Target
Dryness
Texture
Verified
Non-GMO
Appears in Products Like:
Why We Use It
Dipotassium glycyrrhizate is a conditioning agent that can reduce flakiness and restore moisture in the skin. Dipotassium glycyrrhizate serves as a hydrating agent and is able to preserve the skin's hyaluronic acid. It also functions as an emulsifier and mixes the oil and water, improving the consistency of the formula.
How It's Sourced
Dipotassium glycyrrhizate is a potassium salt that is the dipotassium salt of glycyrrhizic acid. Dipotassium glycyrrhizate is derived from licorice root extract. Glycyrrhizin is a key component of the licorice root extract and is extracted from the root of the Glycyrrhizin glabra plant.
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Ingredient Type
Surfactant
Source
China
Target
Dryness
Verified
N/A
Why We Use It
Disodium cocoyl glutamate gentle surfactant use in cleansers and shampoos to create a foam, activated with water and friction for even application of product. Surfactants are made from lipids or proteins that are hydrophilic on one end and hydrophobic on the other. It helps to create a stable emulsion between oil and water since they typically do not like to mix. It is a mild alternative to sodium laureth sulfate, and sodium lauryl ether sulfate that allows the product to lather.
How It's Sourced
Disodium cocoyl glutamate is made from coconut acid and glutamic acid. Coconut acid is derived from hydrolysis of palm oil, and glutamic acid is derived from fermentation of grain.
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Ee
Ingredient Type
Hydration Agent
Source
USA
Target
Dryness
Verified
Gluten Free
Why We Use It
Ethylhexyl Palmitate is made from a fatty alcohol and palmitic acid to create an emollient ingredient that is great for softening skin texture and moisturizing the skin. At room temperature, it is a clear colourless liquid with a slight yellow colour. It is also a solvent alternative to water, which is used to mix ingredients that typically do not mix well together like essential oils in water. When volatile fragrances dissolve in Ethylhexyl Palmitate, it slowly releases the scent, which ultimately prolongs the longevity of the scent.
How It's Sourced
Ethylhexyl Palmitate is made through the esterification of ethylhexyl alcohol and palmitic acid made from palm oil to create Ethylhexyl Palmitate and water.
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Ingredient Type