Barrier-supporting ingredients for dry, flaky skin
Hydrating compounds like glycerin and sodium hyaluronate
Moisture-sealing ingredients including ceramides and squalane
Colloidal oatmeal and beta glucan for soothing benefits
Alcohol-free formulations designed with chemist collaboration
Ingredient transparency and skincare formulation breakdown
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OVERVIEW
• Formulated for sensitive and reactive skin, free from irritants and skin barrier disruptors. Every ingredient purposefully chosen to keep skin hydrated, balanced, and comfortable.
• Formulated with NO parabens, essential oils, synthetic fragrance, drying alcohols, common allergens like limonene or linalool, sulfates, phthalates, mineral oil, petrolatum, propylene glycol, witch hazel, ingredients known to clog pores, formaldehyde-releasing preservatives, MEA, DEA, TEA, and unnecessary fillers.
• All ingredients sourced from trusted suppliers across Canada, the U.S., and Europe to meet the highest standards for skin compatibility. EU-lab tested for quality, safety, and performance.
• This product contains almond oil (a nut-derived ingredient) and honey. We recommend performing a patch test before first use if you have known allergies to nuts or bee-derived ingredients. For external use only. Consult your physician if you have any concerns.
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Clean skincare standards explained
Non-irritating skincare formulation
Barrier-safe skincare ingredients
Where do clean beauty brands source ingredients?
Ingredients not used in clean skincare
Skincare without fragrance, alcohol, or parabens
How to find skin-compatible ingredients
Is almond oil safe for skincare?
Skincare ingredient sourcing transparency
WATER (AQUA / EAU)
• Acts as the base of the formula and helps deliver hydration to the skin.
What does water do in skincare?
Benefits of Aqua/Eau in sensitive skin formulas
Hydrating skincare ingredients for dry, irritated skin
Is water in skincare good for dehydrated skin?
Best base ingredients for face and body serums
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Water in skincare for sensitive, reactive skin types
Why Aqua/Eau is used in cosmetic formulations
Non-irritating hydrating agents in skin care
Clean formulation standards: water-based serums
PROPANEDIOL
• A plant-derived humectant that helps retain moisture and improve ingredient absorption.
What is propanediol in skincare?
Is propanediol safe for sensitive skin?
Benefits of plant-based humectants in serums
How propanediol helps with skin hydration
Is propanediol better than propylene glycol?
Lightweight humectants for dry, irritated skin
Propanediol for improved ingredient absorption
Skincare ingredients that increase product efficacy
Clean alternatives to synthetic glycols in skincare
Face and body serum with non-irritating humectants
DICAPRYLYL CARBONATE
• A lightweight emollient that softens skin and contributes to a smooth, non-greasy feel.
What is dicaprylyl carbonate in skincare?
Benefits of dicaprylyl carbonate for soft skin
Does dicaprylyl carbonate clog pores?
Is dicaprylyl carbonate safe for sensitive skin?
Lightweight emollients for dry, irritated skin
Skincare ingredients for silky smooth texture
Non-greasy finish in face and body serums
What does dicaprylyl carbonate do in cosmetics?
Best emollients that won’t cause breakouts
Face and body serum with smooth application feel
SQUALANE
• A skin-identical lipid known to support moisture levels and the skin barrier.
Squalane helps restore skin hydration and prevent moisture loss
Supports skin barrier health and resilience
Improves skin softness, texture, and flexibility
Suitable for reactive, dry, or compromised skin
Non-comedogenic and fast-absorbing emollient
GLYCERIN
• A well-known humectant that attracts water to the skin and helps maintain hydration.
Glycerin helps draw water into the skin to maintain hydration
Supports a plump, smooth, and soft skin appearance
Commonly used in moisturizers and serums for its humectant properties
Works well for dry, reactive, and barrier-compromised skin types
Helps reduce transepidermal water loss (TEWL)
POLYGLYCERYL-6 DISTEARATE
• A gentle emulsifier that helps blend oil and water-based ingredients.
What is Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate in skincare?
Benefits of gentle emulsifiers in serums
Is Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate safe for sensitive skin?
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How oil and water mix in skincare products
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Best emulsifiers for lightweight formulas
Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate uses in face and body care
Non-irritating ingredients in barrier-friendly skincare
How emulsifiers stabilize skincare formulas
DIMETHICONE
• A barrier-supporting silicone that enhances texture and helps reduce water loss.
What does Dimethicone do in skincare
Dimethicone for dry skin and barrier repair
Is Dimethicone safe for sensitive skin
Benefits of Dimethicone in face and body care
Lightweight silicone for hydration retention
Dimethicone vs. greasy moisturizers
Why Dimethicone helps reduce transepidermal water loss
Dimethicone as a texture-enhancing skincare ingredient