AHA
Alpha Hydroxy Acids - Chemical exfoliants that are safe in pregnancy and usually derived from natural ingredients including fruit, milk, and nuts.
antioxidant
Ingredient that helps to defend against free-radicals/oxidative damage (protects from the sun and pollution).
chelating
The action of binding metal ions in substances, thus supporting a more stable formula.
emollient
Skin moisturizing/conditioning agent.
emulsifier
Ingredient that helps water and oil-based ingredients blend together.
emulsion
Mixture of oil and water in a consistent, non-separated form.
humectant
Water attracting agent that draws moisture into the skin.
perservative
Ingredient that helps to maintain product efficacy, safety, and shelf stability by preventing the growth of bacteria in the formula.
rheology
The measurment of a substance's ability to flow --think viscosity/ texture.
surfactant
Ingredients that help to clean the skin.
a
Acetyl Hexapeptide-1
Peptide
The Skinny from the Derm:
A multi-purpose peptide which defends against environmental aggressors and brightens skin.
Cosmetic Chemist Note:
Antioxidant, blocks melanin synthesis to lighten dark spots, protects skin from UV damage and premature aging.
Featured in: Sister Serum
b
Bacillus Ferment
Exfoliation
The Skinny from the Derm:
Removes dead skin cells through exfoliation process to increase cell turnover creating more radiant skin. Improves skin elasticity and thickness, while reducing dark spots and fine lines.
Cosmetic Chemist Note:
Enzymatic exfoliant, alternative to alpha hydroxy acids.
Featured in: Sister Serum
c
Caprylic Acid
The Skinny from the Derm:
Antimicrobial agent.
Cosmetic Chemist Note:
A natural Antimicrobial agent that is also found in breast milk.
Featured in: Sister Serum
Caprylyl Glycol
The Skinny from the Derm:
Derived from coconuts, this humectant provides moisture to the skin while also preserving our serum.
Cosmetic Chemist Note:
Derived from coconuts, this humectant, aids in preservation, alternative to parabens Featured in: Sister Serum
Featured in: Sister Serum
Citric Acid
The Skinny from the Derm:
An alpha-hydroxy acid that promotes exfoliation and skin turnover while also being a good source of antioxidants. This ingredient is derived from citrus fruits and berries.
Cosmetic Chemist Note:
Chelating agent, pH adjuster.
Featured in: Sister Serum
Coconut Alkanes, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
The Skinny from the Derm:
Fats that are dervied from coconuts that provide moisture.
Cosmetic Chemist Note:
Emollient.
Featured in: Sister Serum
Coco-Glucoside
The Skinny from the Derm:
Foaming agent derived from coconut and fruit sugars.
Cosmetic Chemist Note:
Fatty alcohol, environmentally-friendly surfactant.
Featured in: conscious cleanser
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Decyl Glucoside
The Skinny from the Derm:
Foaming agent derived from coconut.
Cosmetic Chemist Note:
Emulsifier, surfactant.
Featured in: conscious cleanser
Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate
The Skinny from the Derm:
Foaming agent derived from coconut.
Cosmetic Chemist Note:
Surfactant.
Featured in: conscious cleanser
g
Galactoarabinan
Wilka Bark
The Skinny from the Derm:
Improves moisture and seals hydration into the skin while improving suppleness and bounce.
Cosmetic Chemist Note:
Prevents transepidermal water loss, improves moisture control, enhances emulsion stability.
Featured in: Sister Serum
Glycerin
The Skinny from the Derm:
A carbohydrate that attracts water and plumps the skin. Glycerin can also be found in food such as honey.
Cosmetic Chemist Note:
Humectant.
Featured in: Sister Serum conscious cleanser
Glyceryl Caprylate
The Skinny from the Derm:
Derived from coconuts, this antimicrobial ingredient acts to provide moisture.
Cosmetic Chemist Note:
Antimicrobial emollient.
Featured in: Sister Serum
Glyceryl Stearate Citrate
The Skinny from the Derm:
Helps to combine water and oils (emulsifier) to create smooth soft skin (emollient).
Cosmetic Chemist Note:
Emulsifier/emollient
Featured in: sister serum
Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate, Hydrogenated Lecithin
The Skinny from the Derm:
Helps to combine water and oils (emulsifier) to create smooth soft skin (emollient).
Cosmetic Chemist Note:
Emulsifier/emollient.
Featured in: Sister Serum
Glyceryl Undecylenate
The Skinny from the Derm:
Ester of glycerin and undecylenic acid.
Featured in: conscious cleanser
h
Helianthus Annuus
Sunflower Seed Oil
The Skinny from the Derm:
Sunflower seed oil calms redness and improves softness of skin. This is a vegetable oil with a mild taste that can be used in cooking as well.
Cosmetic Chemist Note:
Anti-inflammatory, conditioning, moisturizing.
Featured in: Sister Serum
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
The Skinny from the Derm:
Draws water into the skin to hydrate and plump.
Cosmetic Chemist Note:
Low molecular weight hyaluronic acid, hydrates and plumps skin while also having antimicrobial properties.
Featured in: conscious cleanser
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Lactic Acid
The Skinny from the Derm:
A gentle alpha hydroxy acid that exfoliates, tightens and brightens. It is is derived from sugar fermentation.
Cosmetic Chemist Note:
Alpha hydroxy acid, exfoliant.
Featured in: conscious cleanser
Lauryl Glucoside
The Skinny from the Derm:
Mild, gentle sulfate-free surfactant.
Cosmetic Chemist Note:
Surfactant.
Featured in: conscious cleanser
Lecithin
The Skinny from the Derm:
Essential nutrient found in many supplements, soybeans, and egg yolks. Works to hydrate the skin.
Cosmetic Chemist Note:
Emulsifier, surfactant.
Featured in: conscious cleanser
Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Meadowfoam Seed Oil
The Skinny from the Derm:
Non-greasy antioxidant oil.
Cosmetic Chemist Note:
Antioxidant, reduces damaging effects of free radicals.
Featured in: conscious cleanser
n
Niacinamide
The Skinny from the Derm:
Brightens dark spots, defends against free radical damage.
Cosmetic Chemist Note:
Active form of vitamin B3, brightening, anti-aging, moisturizing, anti-oxidant.
Featured in: Sister Serum conscious cleanser
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Oryzanol
Ferulic Acid Ester
The Skinny from the Derm:
Acts as a photoprotector by blocking sun and environmental pollutants while stabilizing our Vitamin C. Derived from rice germ, grown in the south of France, also works to brighten dark spots.
Cosmetic Chemist Note:
Anti-inflammatory, anti-aging.
Featured in: Sister Serum
p
Propanediol
The Skinny from the Derm:
Plumps and draws hydration into the skin.
Cosmetic Chemist Note:
Safe synthetic preservative-boosting humectant, emollient.
Featured in: Sister Serum
Pullulan
The Skinny from the Derm:
A polysaccharide (sugar molecule) that is used to thicken and emulsify our cleanser while also providing skin hydration.
Cosmetic Chemist Note:
Binder and thickener.
Featured in: conscious cleanser
s
Sapientum Fruit Extract
Banana Extract
The Skinny from the Derm:
AHA ingredient that helps to gently exfoliate the skin.
Cosmetic Chemist Note:
Exfoliant.
Featured in: sister serum
Sclerotium Gum
The Skinny from the Derm:
A polysaccharide (sugar molecule) that is used to thicken and stabilize our cleanser.
Cosmetic Chemist Note:
Gelling agent.
Featured in: conscious cleanser
Sodium Citrate
The Skinny from the Derm:
Citrus fruit derived salt that helps control the pH of our cleanser.
Cosmetic Chemist Note:
pH modulator.
Featured in: conscious cleanser
Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate
The Skinny from the Derm:
Foaming agent.
Cosmetic Chemist Note:
Surfactant.
Featured in: conscious cleanser
Sodium Hydroxide
The Skinny from the Derm:
Ingredient used in small amounts to adjust the pH of the product to be the most suitable for the skin.
Cosmetic Chemist Note:
pH adjuster.
t
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Vitamin C
The Skinny from the Derm:
Brightens the skin and defends against free radical damage.
Cosmetic Chemist Note:
Oil-soluble form of vitamin C, brightening, anti-oxidant.
Featured in: Sister Serum
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
The Skinny from the Derm:
Improves stability and efficacy of the formula.
Cosmetic Chemist Note:
Synthetic chelating agent.
Featured in: Sister Serum
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Xanthan Gum
The Skinny from the Derm:
A polysaccharide (sugar molecule) that is used to thicken and emulsify our serum. This is edible as well and can be found in food products such as ice cream.
Cosmetic Chemist Note:
Rheology modifier.
Featured in: Sister Serum conscious cleanser
Xylitol
The Skinny from the Derm:
A natural sugar that is found in fruits and vegetables and acts as a natural antimicrobial agent as well.
Cosmetic Chemist Note:
Antimicrobial agent.
Featured in: Sister Serum
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1,2-Hexanediol
The Skinny from the Derm:
Safe and effective humectant that draws in water to the upper layers of our skin while also acting to boost preservative anti-microbial activity. It also helps to stabilize other ingredients in our sister serum.
Cosmetic Chemist Note:
Humectant, solvent, preservative booster.
Featured in: Sister Serum
3-0-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Vitamin C
The Skinny from the Derm:
Antioxidant rich, it brightens skin and defends against free radical damage.
Cosmetic Chemist Note:
A stable water- soluble derivative of vitamin C, brightening, anti-oxidant, prevents free radical damage.
Featured in: Sister Serum
