Barrier Support Ingredients

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Asiatic Acid

A centella compound that calms skin and supports its barrier.

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Asiaticoside

A centella extract that eases redness and strengthens the barrier.

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Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter

A rich palm butter that softens skin and locks in moisture.

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Bacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract

A soy ferment that holds moisture for bouncier, softer skin.

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Balanites Roxburghii Seed Oil

Desert date oil that seals in moisture for softer, supple skin.

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Behentrimonium Methosulfate and Cetearyl Alcohol

A hair and skin conditioner that leaves both feeling smooth and soft.

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Behenyl Alcohol

A fatty alcohol that softens skin and thickens creams and lotions.

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Behenyl Behenate

A waxy ingredient that gives creams and makeup a silky, smooth finish.

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Beta-Sitosterol

A plant fat that softens rough skin and eases dryness.

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Bifida Ferment Filtrate

A fermented ingredient that hydrates and calms sensitive skin.

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Bifida Ferment Lysate

Fermentation-derived ingredient that eases redness and hydrates.

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Biosaccharide Gum 1

A fermented sugar that hydrates skin with a silky, weightless feel.

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Biosaccharide Gum-2

Soothes irritation while adding light hydration and softness.

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Biosaccharide Gum-4

Forms a breathable layer that smooths skin and locks in moisture.

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Bis-Behenyl/Isostearyl/Phytosteryl Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate

A plant-based ester that leaves skin feeling silky and soft.

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Bis-Octyldodecyl Dimer Dilinoleate/Propanediol Copolymer

A film-former that gives makeup a smooth, cushioned feel.

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Bis-Stearyl Dimethicone

A silicone that gives a soft, cushiony, smooth-focus finish.

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Black Cumin Seed Oil

Nigella seed oil that soothes skin and supports its barrier.

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Brassica Campestris Sterols

Rapeseed-derived fats that soften skin and reduce moisture loss.

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Brassica Glycerides

Rapeseed-derived fats that condition skin and ease dryness.

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Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate

A lightweight ester that leaves skin feeling silky, not greasy.

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Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter Unsaponifiables

Shea's nourishing fats that support the skin barrier and add antioxidants.

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C10-18 Triglycerides

Fatty esters that cushion skin and help seal in moisture.

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C12-15 Alkyl Ethylhexanoate

A silky ester that leaves skin feeling smooth, not greasy.

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C12-16 Alcohols

Fatty alcohols that soften skin and thicken creams.

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C14-18 Alkyl Ethylhexanoate

A lightweight ester that softens skin without a greasy feel.

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C14-22 Alcohols

Fatty alcohols that thicken creams and cushion the skin.

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C15-19 Alkane

A lightweight oil that spreads easily for a weightless feel.

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C18-36 Acid Glycol Ester

Helps lip and face color stick evenly and feel less sticky.

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C18-36 Acid Triglyceride

A rich fat that softens skin and eases dryness.

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C18-38 Alkyl Hydroxystearoyl Stearate

A waxy ester that helps makeup glide on evenly and softly.

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C20-40 Alcohols

Fatty alcohols that thicken formulas without drying skin.

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C20-40 Alkyl Stearate

A wax-like ingredient that softens skin with a silky finish.

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C30-45 Alkyl Dimethicone

A silicone that smooths application and boosts makeup wear.

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Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Extract

Tara pod extract that helps skin hold onto moisture.

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Camelina Sativa Seed Oil

A silky plant oil that softens skin and fights free radicals.

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‭Camellia Japonica Seed Oil‬

Camellia seed oil that softens skin and adds shine to hair.

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Caprooyl Phytosphingosine

A ceramide-like lipid that strengthens skin's moisture barrier.

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Caprooyl Sphingosine

A ceramide-related lipid that supports skin's protective barrier.

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Caprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride

A blended oil that adds richness and smooths flaky skin.

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Caprylic/Capric/Succinic Triglyceride

A modified oil that lightly moisturizes and smooths makeup.

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Caprylyl Caprylate/Caprate

A fast-absorbing ester that softens skin without heaviness.

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Carnauba Wax

A hard plant wax that adds structure and shine to sticks and balms.

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Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Oleosomes

Safflower oil droplets that release moisture slowly over time.

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Caryodendron Orinocense (Cacay) Seed Oil

Cacay seed oil that nourishes skin without feeling heavy.

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Cassia Angustifolia Seed Polysaccharide

A plant polymer that binds water for a plumper, dewier look.

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Castoryl Maleate

A castor-derived ester that softens rough, tight-feeling skin.

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Cera Microcristallina

A petroleum-based wax that locks in moisture and adds structure.

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Ceramide Ag

A lab-made ceramide that cushions skin and eases dryness.

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Ceresin

A mineral wax that seals in moisture and adds a satiny finish.

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Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate

A lightweight emollient that softens skin without feeling greasy.

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Cetearyl Isononanoate

A silky, fast-absorbing emollient that softens skin and cuts moisture loss.

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Cetyl Caprylate

A light emollient that leaves skin feeling soft, not greasy.

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Cetyl Palmitate

A waxy emollient that adds richness and helps skin feel pampered.

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Cetyl Ricinoleate

A silky emollient that conditions skin without a heavy feel.

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Cetyl Stearate

A waxy emollient that adds cushion and helps seal in moisture.

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Cetylhydroxyproline Palmitamide

A ceramide-like lipid that reinforces the skin barrier and eases dryness.

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Chitosan

A shellfish-derived polymer that forms a light film to hold in moisture.

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Cholesteryl Hydroxystearate

A rich emollient that softens skin and gives creams a velvety glide.

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Chondrus Crispus Extract

Irish sea moss extract that hydrates and plumps skin's surface.

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Chondrus Crispus Powder

Milled Irish sea moss that thickens formulas and adds light hydration.

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Cladosiphon Okamuranus Extract

A seaweed extract that boosts hydration and calms irritated skin.

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Cocoglycerides

A coconut-derived blend that softens skin and helps lock in moisture.

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Coconut Alcohol

Coconut-derived fatty alcohols that condition and soften skin and hair.

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Coconut Alkanes

Coconut-derived oils that leave skin feeling silky and light.

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Corylus Avellana (Hazelnut) Seed Oil

A lightweight hazelnut oil that softens skin and absorbs quickly.

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Decyl Isostearate

An emollient that softens skin and locks in moisture.

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Desamido Collagen

A collagen derivative that forms a soft, hydrating film on skin.

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Di-c12-13 Alkyl Malate

A lightweight emollient that leaves skin smooth and non-greasy.

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Di-C12-15 Alkyl Fumarate

An emollient that gives skin a dry, silky, matte-like touch.

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Dicaprylyl Ether

A lightweight emollient that gives skin a breathable, silky feel.

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Diethylhexyl Succinate

A lightweight emollient that leaves skin smooth and hydrated.

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Diglyceryl Sebacate/Isopalmitate

A lightweight emollient that leaves a silky, non-greasy finish.

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Diisobutyl Adipate

An emollient that gives a light, quick-drying, non-tacky finish.

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Dilauryl Citrate

A lightweight emollient that absorbs fast and feels silky.

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Dimer Dilinoleyl Dimer Dilinoleate

An emollient that leaves skin smooth with a light, dewy finish.

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Dimethylsilanol Hyaluronate

A silky form of hyaluronic acid that hydrates and plumps skin.

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Dipentaerythrityl Hexa C5-9 Acid Esters

An emollient that softens skin and helps lock in moisture.

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Dipentaerythrityl Hexacaprylate/Hexacaprate

A fast-absorbing emollient with a light, non-oily finish.

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Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate

A film-former that adds shine and helps long-wear makeup last.

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Dipentaerythrityl Tetrahydroxystearate/Tetraisostearate

An emollient that cushions skin and eases dry, dragging patches.

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Diphenyl Dimethicone

A silicone that gives skin a silky, polished, smudge-resistant finish.

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Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil

An omega-rich seed oil that softens skin and eases dryness.

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Ectoin

A moisture-binding compound that soothes skin and eases dryness.

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Ethyl Linoleate

A lightweight oil that replenishes lipids and eases dryness.

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Ethyl Olivate

An olive-derived emollient that leaves skin smooth and comfortable.

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Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate

An emollient that adds shine to lips and a smooth feel to skin.

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Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax

A plant wax that seals in moisture and smooths rough skin.

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Euterpe Oleracea Pulp Oil

Acai oil that nourishes skin for a soft, cushioned, dewy feel.

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Euterpe Oleracea Sterols

Acai-derived lipids that plump skin and reduce moisture loss.

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Faex (Yeast Extract)

Yeast extract that hydrates skin and supports its natural barrier.

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Fructan

A plant sugar that draws moisture to the skin for a plumper feel.

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Fructooligosaccharides

A plant-derived sugar that boosts hydration and skin softness.

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Fuciformis Sporocarp Extract

Snow mushroom extract that draws in moisture for plumper-looking skin.

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Galactoarabinan

A tree-derived polymer that forms a light layer to lock in moisture.

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Garcinia Indica Seed Butter

Kokum butter that softens skin and helps ease dryness without greasiness.

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Gigartina Stellata/Kappaphycus Alvarezii Extract

Red seaweed extract that hydrates skin and gives formulas a silky feel.

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Glycereth-7 Triacetate

A lightweight emollient that leaves skin feeling silky and smooth.

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Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer

A film-forming polymer that helps skin stay dewy and soft all day.

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Glyceryl Behenate

A rich, waxy emollient that seals in moisture and softens dry skin.

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