Active Vitamins
Tocopherol Benefits for Skin: The Essential Antioxidant
INCI Name TOCOPHEROL CAS Number 1406-66-2 / 10191-41-0 / 2074-53-5 / 59-02-9 / 148-03-8 / 119-13-1 /
31 May 2025
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Humectants & Film Formers
Beta-Glucan: The Skin Barrier Whisperer
CAS Number 26874-89-5 INCI Name Beta-Glucan Beta-Glucan is a natural polysaccharide from oats, yeast, and mushrooms. Used in skincare as
30 May 2025
Humectants & Film Formers
Butylene Glycol: Why Everyone’s Talking About It in Skincare
CAS Number 107-88-0, 6290-03-5 INCI Name BUTYLENE GLYCOL Butylene Glycol is a clear, viscous liquid commonly
29 May 2025
Surfactant
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate: What It Does, Uses, and Skin Safety
CAS Number 151-21-3 INCI Name Sodium Lauryl Sulfate Cosmetic manufacturers commonly use Sodium Lauryl
28 May 2025
Emulsifier
Olivem 900: Boost Moisture and Softness Naturally
INCI Name Sorbitan Olivate CAS Number 223706-40-9 Olivem 900 is a natural, versatile ingredient derived from olive
27 May 2025
Exfoliators
Gluconolactone: Gentle Exfoliant and Antioxidant for Sensitive Skin
INCI Name Gluconolactone CAS Number 90-80-2 Origin Gluconolactone is a naturally derived polyhydroxy acid (PHA)
27 May 2025