Panthenol (sometimes referred to as pro-vitamin B5) is a popular humectant in personal care products due to its ability to attract and retain moisture. When applied topically, it is converted to pantothenic acid, which is...

Binds moisture with immediate and long-lasting effect. Beta Vulgaris grows wild everywhere in Denmark, and the most widespread is the wild-growing beach beet, which is the one I use. You probably know a few beet...

Sorbitan olive oil is a mixture of the fatty acids from olive oil plus a dehydrated sugar known as sorbitol. Sorbitan oil can be synthetic or plant derived. It acts as an emulsifier and a...

An oily, waxy ester of cetearyl alcohol and the fatty acids of olive oil. Cetearyl olivate can be animal derived, synthetic or derived from plants. It acts as an emulsifier and release agent or texture...

Dimethicone is a type of silicone (technically known as a non-volatile/linear silicone). It is one of the most frequently used emollient (emollient) ingredients in moisturizers, known for its gentleness and effectiveness. Dimethicone is recognized as...

Capryloylglycine is a synthetic amino acid derivative that acts as a skin emollient or hair conditioner. Depending on the formula, it can also be used as a surfactant. Capryloylglycine helps protect the skin's surface from...

Silica is a mineral found abundantly in sandstone, clay, and granite, as well as in parts of plants and animals. Silica can also be manufactured synthetically, with both forms routinely used as an absorbent powder...

Distillate phosphate is a natural ingredient used in cosmetics as an anti-caking and binding agent. This starch derivative comes from the esterification of food starches, including those derived from tapioca, rice and corn. In addition...

Purple arrow Willow extract has been used for natural cosmetics many years back. Experience from this long tradition means that it is safe to use willow for cosmetics. The purple willow has the highest content...