Ingredient Analysis

Here is an analysis of the ingredients you provided:

• Water/Aqua/Eau: This is a common solvent used as the base for many cosmetic formulations.
• Dimethyl MEA: Information for this specific ingredient was not found in our database.
• Thioctic Acid (Alpha Lipoic Acid): Known for its powerful antioxidant and anti-aging properties. It can help protect skin cells from free radical damage. Relevant products include Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA) (Powder) and ALA Ready™ (Alpha Lipoic Acid Oil Base).
• Isopropyl Palmitate: An emollient ester that helps improve the texture and spreadability of formulations, leaving a smooth feel on the skin. See Isopropyl Palmitate (IPP).
• Cetearyl Alcohol: Acts as a thickener and emollient, helping to increase the viscosity of creams and lotions and providing a coating on the skin to reduce water loss. Available as Cetearyl Alcohol (50/50, e.q. Lanette O) and Cetearyl Alcohol (30/70, eq. Lanette D).
• Tyrosine / Acetyl Tyrosine: Acetyl Tyrosine is a derivative of Tyrosine that has shown effectiveness in reducing the appearance of facial wrinkles and improving skin firmness and collagen levels. See Wrinkle-Fill™ (Acetyl-Tyrosine).
• Glycolic Acid: An Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) used for chemical exfoliation to accelerate skin cell turnover. It can help improve skin texture and reduce wrinkles. Different forms are available, including Glycopure™ (Glycolic Acid (AHA) 100% Powder), Ampho-Glycolic™ (Non-Stinging Glycolic Acid Solution), and ActiveRelease™ Glycolic Acid (Timed-Release Glycolic Acid).
• Dimethyl Isosorbide (DMI): A solvent and penetration enhancer that helps other ingredients absorb into the skin more effectively. See Dimethyl Isosorbide (DMI).
• Propanediol (1,3-Propanediol): A natural ingredient that can function as a humectant (attracts moisture), solvent, and preservative booster, providing a good skin feel. See Propanediol (1,3-Propanediol) (e.q. Zemea).
• Glyceryl Stearate: Often used as a thickener and emulsifier in creams and lotions. It helps to stabilize water and oil mixtures. Products include Glyceryl Stearate SE / Glyceryl Monostearate SE (GMS SE) and Glyceryl Stearate and PEG-100 Stearate (Powder/Pellet).
• PEG-100 Stearate: An emulsifier commonly used with Glyceryl Stearate to create stable oil-in-water emulsions in creams and lotions. Products include PEG-100 Stearate and Glyceryl Stearate and PEG-100 Stearate (Powder/Pellet).
• Urea: A highly pure ingredient known for its excellent moisturizing properties, helping to balance moisture levels in the skin. At higher concentrations, it can also have exfoliating effects. See Urea (High Purity, Cosmetics, Powder).
• Ceteareth-20: An oil-in-water emulsifier used to bind water and oil phases in cosmetic formulations. Available as Ceteareth-20 (Flake) and Ceteareth-20 (Solid Mass).
• Cyclopentasiloxane: A lightweight, fast-evaporating silicone that provides a soft, smooth, and silky feel to skin and hair products. See Cyclopentasiloxane (Low-Odor Cyclomethicone).
• Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer: Information for this specific ingredient was not found in our database.
• Dimethicone: A non-volatile silicone oil that provides a smooth, slippery feel to products and helps to coat the skin or hair. Various viscosities are available.
• Xanthan Gum: A natural thickener used to increase the viscosity of gels, serums, creams, and lotions, creating a clear gel texture in some forms. See Xanthan Gum (clear gel type, smooth texture).
• Phenoxyethanol: A widely used preservative effective against bacteria, helping to protect cosmetic products from microbial growth. Available as Phenoxyethanol (Extra Pure) and Phenoxyethanol P5.
• Phosphatidylcholine / Hydroxylated Lecithin: Phosphatidylcholine, often derived from Soy Lecithin, is used in encapsulation to enhance the absorption, solubility, and stability of active ingredients. Hydroxylated Lecithin is a modified form of lecithin. Relevant products include Phosphatidylcholine 80% and 50% (from Soy Lecithin) and Hydrogenated Lecithin (95% and 70% Phosphatidylcholine).
• Caprylyl Glycol: Information for this specific ingredient was not found in our database.
• BHT: Information for this specific ingredient was not found in our database.
• Zinc Gluconate: Provides zinc minerals to the skin and is effective in reducing oiliness and tightening pores in oily skin. See Zinc Gluconate.
• Magnesium Aspartate: Provides magnesium minerals to the skin and can be used in mineral water formulations. See Magnesium Aspartate.
• Disodium EDTA: A chelating agent used to bind metal ions in water, preventing them from interfering with the product's stability and effectiveness. See Disodium EDTA.
• Pyridoxine HCL (Vitamin B6): Effective in balancing skin oiliness, tightening pores in oily skin, and reducing skin inflammation. See Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride).
• Zinc Sulfate: Can be used to reduce body odor/sweat odor and has been researched for its potential in treating melasma. See Zinc Sulfate (Heptahydrate).
• Pantethine: Information for this specific ingredient was not found in our database.
• Fragrance/Parfum: Used to impart scent to the product.
• Sorbic Acid: A preservative that is soluble in oil or organic solvents. See Sorbic Acid (Powder).
• Copper Gluconate: Provides copper minerals to the skin and can be used in mineral water formulations. See Copper Gluconate.
• Sodium Hyaluronate: A salt form of Hyaluronic Acid, a naturally occurring substance that provides deep hydration to the skin, helping to reduce dryness and the appearance of wrinkles. Different molecular weights and modified forms (like Super-HYA™ (Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, AcHA) and HyaRetin™ (Sodium Retinoyl Hyaluronate, Encapsulated Retinoic Acid)) offer varying benefits and absorption profiles. See also Hyaluronic Acid (Small Molecule).
• Linalool: A fragrance component. See Linalool (FEMA-2635).
• Citronellol: Information for this specific ingredient was not found in our database.
• Geraniol: Information for this specific ingredient was not found in our database.
• Limonene: Information for this specific ingredient was not found in our database.
• Citral: Information for this specific ingredient was not found in our database.
• Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate: An oil-soluble form of Vitamin C known for its stability and effectiveness as an antioxidant, in promoting collagen synthesis, and potentially in skin brightening. See Perfect-C™ (Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate).
• Ascorbyl Palmitate: An oil-soluble Vitamin C ester primarily used as an antioxidant in oil-based formulations. See Vitamin C Ester (Ascorbyl Palmitate, Enzymatic).
• Benzyl Alcohol: Information for this specific ingredient was not found in our database.
• Rhodiola Rosea Root Extract: Information for this specific ingredient was not found in our database.
• Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract: Information for the leaf extract was not found in our database. Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil was found, which is an oil.
• Pinus Pinaster Bark Extract: Also known as French Pine Bark Extract, it is rich in antioxidants (Proanthocyanidins) and offers benefits such as helping to protect against oxidative stress, supporting collagen, improving hydration, and reducing inflammation. See French Pine Bark Extract (Water Soluble, Proanthocyanidins 10%).
• Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil: Information for this specific ingredient was not found in our database.
• Tocotrienols: A component of natural Vitamin E with high antioxidant effects, used in anti-aging products. See Tocotrienols (Oil, 50%, Cosmetics).
• Resveratrol: A powerful antioxidant used in anti-aging products. Various forms and related compounds are available, including Trans-Resveratrol (Powder, 98%), Artocarpus Lakoocha Wood Extract (Oxyresveratrol 98%), Resveratrol LongMax™ (Timed-Release Resveratrol, Powder), ActiveRelease™ Trans-Resveratrol (10% Water Soluble Powder), Micromul™ Resveratrol (Resveratrol microemulsion), and ActiveRelease™ Pterostilbene (Resveratrol Dimethyl Ether, Encapsulation).
• Tocopherol: A form of Vitamin E that acts as an antioxidant, protecting skin from free radical damage and helping to slow down aging. See Vitamin E (dl-alpha tocopherol).
• Astaxanthin: A potent carotenoid antioxidant from algae, known for protecting skin from UV damage, reducing oxidative stress, and improving skin moisture and elasticity. Various forms are available, including Astaxanthin (10% Algae Extract, Oil), Astaxanthin (2.0% Algae Extract, Water Dispersed Powder), and Astaxanthin Liquid (Stabilized, Crystal Clear).