Detailed Ingredient Library
Ingredient Library
Emollients and Skin Conditioners

Baobab Seed Oil (Organic) (INCI: Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil):
Primary Function: Emollient, Skin Conditioner
Source: Cold-pressed from seeds of the African Baobab tree.
Benefits: Packed with essential fatty acids and vitamins A, D, and E, it deeply nourishes, hydrates, and rejuvenates the skin and hair, making it ideal for dry and rough skin.
Other Roles: Acts as an antioxidant-rich ingredient, providing skin protection.

Candelilla Wax INCI: Euphorbia Cerifera Cera):
Primary Function: Emollient, Skin Conditioner
Source: Derived from the leaves of the Candelilla shrub.
Benefits: Provides a protective barrier, preventing moisture loss and enhancing product texture.
Other Roles: Used as a thickener and film-former in cosmetics.

Castor Seed Oil (Organic)(INCI: Ricinus Communis Seed Oil):
Primary Function: Skin Conditioner, Moisture Barrier Agent
Source: Pressed from the seeds of the Castor plant, organically cultivated.
Benefits: Offers soothing and hydrating properties, forming a barrier against environmental stressors.
Other Roles: Functions as a lubricant in various cosmetic formulations.
Hemisqualane (INCI: C13-C15 Alkane):
Primary Function: Emollient, Texture Enhancer
Source: Derived from sustainably sourced sugarcane or other renewable plant sources.
Benefits: Hemisqualane, a lightweight and non-greasy emollient, is known for its excellent spreadability and skin-softening properties. It's a hydrocarbon derived from sugarcane, similar in structure and function to Squalane but with shorter molecular chains. This similarity allows it to mimic the skin-enhancing properties of Squalane, offering a similar silky, smooth texture and moisturizing benefits.
Relation to Squalane: Hemisqualane is often considered a 'lighter' alternative to Squalane. While Squalane is known for its rich, moisturizing properties, Hemisqualane provides a lighter, less oily feel, making it suitable for a wider range of skin types, including oily and acne-prone skin.
Other Roles: Frequently used in skincare and haircare products to improve texture and provide hydration without clogging pores or weighing down hair. Its biodegradability and sustainability make it a popular choice in eco-conscious cosmetic formulations.

Jojoba Seed Oil (Certified Organic)(INCI: Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil):
Primary Function: Moisturizer, Sebum Regulator
Source: A natural liquid wax, extracted from the seeds of the Jojoba plant.
Benefits: Closely mimics the skin's natural oils, providing protection from UV rays and suitable for all skin types.
Other Roles: Acts as an antioxidant, offering additional skin protection.

Meadowfoam Seed Oil (INCI: Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil):
Primary Function: Emollient, Moisturizer
Source: Extracted from the seeds of the Meadowfoam plant.
Benefits: Exceptionally high water absorption capability, promotes smooth and hydrated skin, aids in skin regeneration.
Other Roles: Rich in antioxidants, providing additional skin protection.

Olive Fruit Oil (Certified Organic)(INCI: Olea Europaea Fruit Oil):
Primary Function: Emollient, Antioxidant
Source: Cold-pressed from the fruit of organically grown olive trees.
Benefits: Rich in antioxidants, it hydrates the skin, making it an effective moisturizer.
Other Roles: Used in various cosmetic products for its nourishing properties.

Pomegranate Seed Oil (Certified Organic)(INCI: Punica Granatum Seed Oil):
Primary Function: Antioxidant, Moisturizing Agent
Source: Extracted from the seeds of organically grown pomegranates.
Benefits: Luxurious oil, rich in antioxidants, known for its skin rejuvenating and moisturizing properties; offers UV protection.
Other Roles: Widely used in skincare for its superior moisturizing benefits.
Sunflower Wax (INCI: Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax):
Primary Function: Thickener, Emollient
Source: A pure vegetable ester derived from sunflower seeds.
Benefits: Enhances the feel and texture of cosmetic products, acting as an effective thickener and emollient. It improves product consistency and contributes to the stability of emulsions.
Other Roles: Often used in cosmetics to enhance longevity and texture without the use of synthetic additives.
Minerals and Pigments

Boron Nitride (INCI: Boron Nitride):
Primary Function: Mineral, Lubricant
Source: Synthetically produced; composed of boron and nitrogen elements.
Benefits: Provides a smooth, silky texture to cosmetics, aids in absorbing excess oil, imparts anti-wrinkle and antibacterial properties.
Other Roles: Utilized for its age-defying properties and seamless application in makeup products.

Calcium Sodium Borosilicate (INCI: Calcium Sodium Borosilicate):
Primary Function: Texturizer, Lubricant, SPF Booster
Source: Fused amorphous borosilicates combined with inorganic oxides, free from crystalline silica.
Benefits: Enhances the texture of cosmetics, providing a light and powdery feel. Ideal for reducing tackiness in formulations and for its lubricating properties, which aid in smooth application.
Other Roles: Used to improve the efficacy of SPF in sun protection products, and to enhance the flow and spreadability of cosmetics for even application. Known for creating a soft focus effect that minimizes the appearance of imperfections on the skin.
Chromium Oxide Green (INCI: Chromium Oxide Greens):
Primary Function: Mineral Pigment, Coloring Agent
Source: Synthetically produced green pigment.
Benefits: Used for its vibrant color, also known for its soothing properties, making it suitable for sensitive skin.
Other Roles: Often used as an anti-irritant in colored cosmetics.

Ferric Ferrocyanide (Prussian Blue) (INCI: Ferric Ferrocyanide):
Primary Function: Mineral Pigment, Coloring Agent
Source: Also known as Prussian Blue, it's a synthetic inorganic compound.
Benefits: Provides intense blue coloration, non-toxic, and safe for cosmetic use.
Other Roles: Utilized in various applications for its vivid and non-toxic properties.

Iron Oxide Pigments (INCI: Iron Oxides):
Primary Function: Mineral Pigments, Coloring Agents
Source: Naturally occurring minerals, refined for cosmetic use.
Benefits: Offers a spectrum of colors, safe for skin contact, commonly used in makeup.
Other Roles: Provides natural, skin-safe colors in cosmetic formulations.

Magnesium Silicate (Amorphous):
Primary Function: Ceramic Mineral, Skin Soother
Source: A naturally occurring mineral, processed into a fine, amorphous powder.
Benefits: Absorbs excess oil and provides a silky feel, particularly beneficial for sensitive or dry skin.
Other Roles: Acts as a softness enhancer in various cosmetic products.

Magnesium Stearate:
Primary Function: Mineral Salt, Film Former
Source: A mineral salt of magnesium and vegetable oil-derived stearic acid.
Benefits: Enhances film formation, ensuring effective adhesion of minerals to the skin.
Other Roles: Improves the texture and application of cosmetics.

Mica (INCI: Mica):
Primary Function: Mineral Texturizer
Source: Naturally occurring mineral, known for its shimmering, translucent properties.
Benefits: Provides texture, a soft focus effect, and improves the skin feel, slip, and adhesion of cosmetic products. It's valued for its natural finish and light-reflecting qualities.
Other Roles: Used in a wide range of cosmetics for its luminescent properties and ability to create a smooth, natural look.

Mica Pigments: (INCI: Mica, May contain Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides):
Primary Function: Mineral Colorants, Shimmer Enhancers
Source: Mica coated with various minerals like titanium dioxide and iron oxides, varying in size and shape.
Benefits: These pigments offer a wide range of colors and luminescence, creating vibrant hues and iridescent effects in cosmetics.
Other Roles: Used as an alternative to traditional colorants, adding shimmer and depth to cosmetic products.
Silica Microspheres (INCI: Silica):
Primary Function: Texturizer, Adhesion Aid
Source: Synthetically produced, fine spherical particles of silica.
Benefits: Acts as a texturizer, enhancing the skin feel and adhesion of cosmetic formulations.
Other Roles: Utilized for their light-diffusing properties, creating a soft-focus effect.

Titanium Dioxide (INCI: Titanium Dioxide:
Primary Function: Mineral Pigment, UV Protector
Source: Naturally occurring mineral, processed for cosmetic use.
Benefits: Offers color, coverage, and UV protection; used in sunscreens and makeup.
Other Roles: Functions as a colorant in various cosmetic products.

Ultramarines (INCI: Ultramarines):
Primary Function: Mineral Pigments, Coloring Agents
Source: Synthetically produced pigments with a wide color range.
Benefits: Used for effective coloring in cosmetics, especially in eye makeup.
Other Roles: Often used to add vibrant colors to various cosmetic products.
Botanical Misc. and Natural Extracts

Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) / Aleurites Fordi (Tung) Oil Copolymer (INCI: Brassica Campestris/Aleurites Fordi Oil Copolymer):
Primary Function: Biodegradable Polymer, Film Former
Source: Derived from sustainable tung (China wood) and rapeseed oils.
Benefits: Maintains the natural oils' moisturizing properties while forming a flexible, uniform film on the skin and hair.
Other Roles: Functions as a silicone substitute, enhancing hair strength and skin feel.

Coco-Caprylate (INCI: Coco-Caprylate)
Primary Function: Non-Comedogenic Emollient
Source: Derived from coconut oil.
Benefits: Enhances spreadability and leaves a non-greasy, soft after-feel on the skin.
Other Roles: Often used as a skin conditioner in various cosmetic formulations.
Lauroyl Lysine (INCI: Lauroyl Lysine):
Primary Function: Amino Acid Derivative, Skin Conditioner
Source: A natural derivative of the amino acid Lysine.
Benefits: Demonstrates exceptional skin conditioning properties; surface-treated on minerals like mica to enhance softness and adhesion.
Other Roles: Utilized as a softness enhancer in cosmetics.
Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate (INCI: Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate):
Primary Function: Plant-Based Emulsifier
Source: A naturally derived ingredient certified by ECOCERT.
Benefits: Ensures stable mixtures in cosmetic formulations; adheres to health-conscious standards.
Other Roles: Widely used in natural and organic cosmetics for its emulsifying properties.

Rosemary Extract (Organic)(INCI:Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract):
Primary Function: Herbal Extract, Natural Preservative
Source: Derived from the leaves of the Rosmarinus officinalis plant.
Benefits: Known for its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. Helps in preserving the integrity and extending the shelf life of cosmetic formulations.
Other Roles: Acts as a potent antioxidant (often referred to as Rosemary Antioxidant), providing skin protection and product stability.
Vitamin E (INCI: Tocopherol):
Primary Function: Skin Conditioner, Moisturizer
Source: Derived from natural sources, such as vegetable oils.
Benefits: Improves skin health and texture, aids in skin repair, and provides hydration.
Other Roles: Acts as a powerful antioxidant, protecting skin cells from damage caused by free radicals.
Preservatives and Stabilizers
Caprylyl Glycol (INCI: Caprylyl Glycol):
Primary Function: Humectant, Preservative
Source: Synthesized from glycerin and caprylic acid derived from coconut oil.
Benefits: Acts as a moisturizer and skin conditioner; also renowned for its preservative capabilities, ensuring stability in formulations.
Other Roles: Often used as a skin conditioner in cosmetic formulations.

Phenoxyethanol (INCI: Phenoxyethanol)
Primary Function: Preservative, Antimicrobial Agent
Source: A safe and effective synthetic compound.
Benefits: Widely used in natural products; extensively tested for non-irritating and non-sensitizing properties at low concentrations.
Other Roles: Acts as a stabilizer in various cosmetic products.
Sorbic Acid (INCI: Sorbic Acid)
Primary Function: Antimicrobial, Preservative
Source: Sourced from mountain ash berries, now produced synthetically.
Benefits: Environmentally friendly, primarily known for its antimicrobial properties; ensures nature-identical composition.
Other Roles: Used to maintain the quality and longevity of cosmetics.