Our ingredients
Welcome to our ingredient list. Here we share all the ingredients that go into our formulations – so you know exactly what your skin is getting. Please contact us if you have any questions at info@skinome.se
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Acetyl Glucosamine is a building block for hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic acid occurs naturally in our skin and has an amazing ability to attract water, it can bind up to a thousand times its own weight in water! However, applying it to the skin has very little effect because hyaluronic acid is too large a molecule to penetrate the skin, it would be like trying to get a basketball through the eye of a needle. That is why we choose to include one of the building blocks for hyaluronic acid, namely Acetyl Glucosamine. It is a small molecule that can penetrate the skin and once it is there, it helps produce hyaluronic acid which in turn can bind water and hydrate the skin. It can also contribute to healthy cell turnover, protect the skin's collagen synthesis and reduce hyperpigmentation in the skin.
In skincare, it is common for acetylglucosamine to come from shrimp shells, but we use a new innovation produced via bacterial fermentation, which is why our raw material is vegan. The raw material is manufactured in China.
Skin or skin-like?
Yes, that's the skin.
Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable - Expected to break down easily
✓ Natural origin
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
✓ GMO-free
✓ VeganIn what products can you find it?
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Alpha Glucan Oligosaccharide is a type of prebiotic that stimulates the growth of the good bacteria found on our skin, while inhibiting the unwanted microorganisms. It also protects and stimulates the skin's defenses, and moisturizes the skin.
The substance is manufactured in France in a biotechnological process and is made from the natural sugars sucrose and maltose. The origin of these substances is beetroot and wheat from France.
Skin or skin-like?
NoSustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
✓ GMO-free
✓ VeganIn what products can you find it?
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Amylopectin is a natural ingredient used as an excipient to encapsulate salicylic acid, making it significantly gentler on the skin compared to free salicylic acid. This raw material also has prebiotic properties.
Amylopectin comes from Chinese corn.
Skin or skin-like?
NoSustainability
✓ Biodegradable - Breaks down easily
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
Contains palm oil/palm kernel oilIn what products can you find it?
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We use Swedish purified water. The water is used to dissolve the active ingredients and moisture-binding substances in the products.
Skin or skin-like?
Yes, water is an important component of the skin.Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable - Not applicable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oilIn what products can you find it?
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Arginine is a natural amino acid that together with the postbiotic Lactobacillus/Rice Ferment and Maltitol forms the emulsifier that we use in Light Emulsion. Read more about this emulsifier under “Lactobacillus/Rice Ferment”.
Arginine comes from Japan.
Skin or skin-like?
No, not alone, but the structure it creates together with the other substances in the product is skin-like.
Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable - Easily biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oilIn what products can you find it?
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Ascorbic Acid is vitamin C in its purest form. Ascorbic acid is a natural antioxidant that protects against free radicals and thus improves skin health. Vitamin C is a very well-studied substance in skin care and has been shown in studies to counteract the appearance of sun damage and reduce fine lines, wrinkles and dark spots.
Ascorbic acid is very light, air and temperature sensitive and therefore easily breaks down and becomes ineffective. Therefore, we use ascorbic acid in an anhydrous formulation and fill it in an air-tight and opaque pump packaging and encourage you to store the product in the refrigerator. This way, we ensure that the product remains effective throughout the entire time you use it.
The ascorbic acid we use is synthetically manufactured in the UK.
Skin or skin-like?
Yes, it is the skin.Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
Not of natural originIn what products can you find it?
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Avena Sativa Kernel Oil is the same as oat oil. It contains high levels of endogenous/skin lipids (linoleic acid) that are naturally found in the epidermis. The oil is also used to stimulate the skin's ceramide production in the skin and to counteract skin irritation.
Our oat oil is extracted from oatmeal in Sweden.
Skin or skin-like?
Yes, skin-like because our sebum is made up of triglycerides.Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oilIn what products can you find it?
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Azelaic acid is a dicarboxylic acid found naturally in wheat, barley and rye. It is a multifunctional active ingredient with a soothing and microbiome balancing effect, making it especially suitable for people with red and bumpy skin with visible blood vessels and acne-prone skin to reduce breakouts. It has also been shown to affect melanin synthesis, which evens out skin pigmentation and tone, and cell turnover, which helps reduce the appearance of pores and has a smoothing effect on skin texture.
Azelaic acid is produced in the Netherlands from sunflower oil grown within the EU.
Skin or skin-like?
NoSustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ VeganIn what products can you find it?
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Behind the complex INCI name Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2 is an ingredient that primarily consists of a mixture of natural fatty acids (molecules found in our skin). This ingredient forms a structure on the skin that is similar to the substances naturally found in the skin and helps to strengthen the skin barrier (which is measured via the skin's water loss or TEWL). This means that the moisture and the skin's moisturizing substances stay in the skin longer, resulting in longer-lasting and better hydration.
The raw material is largely of natural origin and is made from vegetable oils from Europe, Asia and South America.
Skin or skin-like?
No, but the structure it creates together with the other substances in the product is skin-like.Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
Contains palm oil/palm kernel oil - Certified RSPO-MBIn what products can you find it?
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A broad-spectrum organic photostable UV filter with a high molecular weight. A low concentration of this filter contributes to the product's high SPF (UVB protection) and good UVA protection.
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine is synthetically produced and manufactured in Germany.
Skin or skin-like?
NoSustainability
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
X Not biodegradable
X Not of natural originIn what products can you find it?
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Bisabolol is an ingredient that has soothing and antioxidant properties. It has also been shown to reduce pigmentation and thus lighten age spots (sun spots).
Bisabolol can be of natural origin or synthetically produced. The one we use is of natural origin, extracted from chamomile flowers and candeia trees from Brazil.
Skin or skin-like?
NoSustainability
✓ Biodegradable - Breaks down easily
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oilIn what products can you find it?
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This is a fat that melts on contact with the skin and forms an oil. Because oil dissolves oil, we have added it to our Mineral Cleanser to dissolve particles and impurities that have been absorbed into the skin's sebum.
Our C10-18 Triglycerides are produced from certified palm oil (RSPO segregated), coconut oil and/or rapeseed oil.
The source material comes from Malaysia, Indonesia and
Europe, the raw material C10-18 Triglycerides is manufactured in France.
Skin or skin-like?
Yes, skin-like because our sebum is made up of triglycerides.Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable - Breaks down easily
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
Contains palm oil/palm kernel oil. Certified RSPO-SGIn what products can you find it?
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Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum is a biodegradable thickener and stabilizer with a 100% natural origin and produced through a physical purification process. It is designed to be a more sustainable and natural alternative to synthetic polymers often used in traditional skin care. The substance has a large molecular size and stays on the outside of the skin.
The raw material is extracted from the seeds of tara bushes, a pea plant that is mainly found in Peru. The raw material comes from Peru and the production takes place in France.
Skin or skin-like?
No, the substance is not found naturally in the skin.Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ VeganIn what products can you find it?
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Calcium Chloride is a mineral salt consisting of calcium and chloride. Calcium is very important for the regulation of the skin's maturation process, renewal and barrier function. The skin has a natural calcium gradient with lower levels in the lower layers of the epidermis and in the outer stratum corneum and with a good and maintained gradient, the skin gets a stronger barrier that protects better. As the skin ages, the turnover of keratinocytes decreases and the skin's calcium gradient weakens, which affects the thickness and barrier function of the skin.
Calcium chloride is a mineral and our raw material is produced synthetically in the Czech Republic.
Skin or skin-like?
Yes, both calcium and chloride have important functions in the skinSustainability
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
X Not of natural origin
X Not biodegradableIn what products can you find it?
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Calcium is a mineral found naturally in the skin and is very important for regulating the skin's maturation process, renewal and barrier function. The skin has a natural calcium gradient with lower levels in the lower layers of the epidermis and in the outer stratum corneum, and with a good and maintained gradient, the skin has a stronger barrier that protects better. As the skin ages, keratinocyte turnover decreases and the skin's calcium gradient weakens, which affects both skin thickness and barrier function.
We use calcium in the form of Calcium PCA which is of natural origin and manufactured in France. Calcium PCA is made from calcium oxide (a mineral) and the amino acid glutamic acid from European beets.
Skin or skin-like?
Yes, both calcium and PCA are natural components of the skin.Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable - Expected to break down
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oilIn what products can you find it?
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A common vegetable oil in skincare that does not clog pores. It is skin-friendly and has good emollient properties.
Our raw material is produced in Germany from coconuts and RSPO-certified palm kernel oil from Asia, mainly Indonesia, the Philippines and Malaysia.
Skin or skin-like?
Yes, skin-like because our sebum is made up of triglycerides.Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
X Contains palm oil/palm kernel oil - Certified RSPO-MBIn what products can you find it?
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Caprylyl Caprylate/Caprate is a light and dry oil that helps the product spread easily, absorbs quickly and leaves the skin with a soft and smooth feel. It contributes to a moisturizing and softening effect.
This ingredient is made from coconut and/or palm kernel oil from Asia, mainly Indonesia and the Philippines.
Skin or skin-like?
Similar in structure to the skin's own wax esters but not found naturally in the skin.Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ VeganContains palm oil/palm kernel oil - Certified RSPO-MB
In what products can you find it?
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Caprylyl glycol is a humectant, i.e. a moisture-binding ingredient that has also been shown to have a weak preservative effect. Due to its weak preservative effect, it is not classified as a preservative according to the EU's cosmetics regulations (Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 – Annex V). We have used a low dose to ensure the safety of our products according to the regulations - (EC) No 1223/2009.
Our Caprylyl Glycol is synthetically produced in Japan.
Skin or skin-like?
NoSustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oilNot of natural origin
In what products can you find it?
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Ceramide NP or Ceramide III, as it is also called, is a skin-derived lipid that, together with cholesterol, builds up the lamellar structure of the stratum corneum (the top layer of skin). Several studies have shown that creams with ceramides both reduce inflammation in the skin and improve barrier function.
The natural ceramide content in the skin changes with the seasons. In winter, levels are at their lowest and may be a reason why many people experience drier skin in the cold.
Ceramide III has a molecular weight that allows it to enter the stratum corneum where it helps maintain the lamellar lipid film for a strong skin barrier.
Ceramide III is produced in Germany via fermentation of corn and rapeseed oil from the EU.
Skin or skin-like?
Yes, ceramides are the main polar lipids in the stratum corneum.Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oilIn what products can you find it?
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Cetearyl Alcohol belongs to the group of fatty alcohols (but do not confuse fatty alcohols with alcohol/regular ethanol). Fatty alcohols are a group of substances that are often used in skin care. They are used to provide a creamier and richer texture and have a moisturizing and softening effect. They also act as co-emulsifiers, which means that they help the other emulsifiers in a skin cream to mix the oil with the water present in the product, and stabilize it. Fatty alcohols also form so-called lamellar structures in the emulsion, which results in better moisturizing and softening properties.
We use Cetearyl alcohol in our Mineral Cleanser primarily to build viscosity, or its “thickness” or consistency. This helps the cleanser spread well on the skin.
Our Cetearyl Alcohol comes from coconut and palm kernel oil from Indonesia and the Philippines, as well as rapeseed oil from Europe. The raw material is then manufactured in Germany.
Skin or skin-like?
NoSustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
Contains palm oil/palm kernel oil - Certified RSPO-MB
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Cocamidopropyl Betaine is a cleansing agent that is mild and gentle on the skin and helps to cleanse the skin of makeup, dirt and other residues. It is often combined with other cleansing agents to achieve a good cleansing effect, consistency, foaming and at the same time a very gentle product for the skin.
The Cocamidopropyl Betaine that we use is produced from coconut oil in the Philippines and the raw material is manufactured in Germany.
Skin or skin-like?
No
Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin - up to 65%
✓ GMO-free
✓ VeganDoes not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
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Coco-betaine is a mild surfactant that cleanses the skin. This surfactant is part of a blend with two other mild surfactants used in our Mineral Cleanser. Together, they cleanse the skin of makeup and other product residue, as well as dirt, particles and impurities that have accumulated on your skin during the day.
Coco-betaine is very mild and plant-based. Its origin is coconut or palm oil from Malaysia or Indonesia.
Skin or skin-like?
NoSustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ VeganContains palm oil/palm kernel oil
In what products can you find it?
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Coco-Caprylate/Caprate is a light and dry oil that we use because it is suitable for oily and acne-prone skin.
This ingredient is made from coconut and/or palm kernel oil from Asia, mainly Indonesia and the Philippines.
Skin or skin-like?
NoSustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ VeganContains palm oil/palm kernel oil - Certified RSPO-MB
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A vegetable oil consisting of mono-, di- and triglycerides and used in the product to improve the solubility of the UV filters and give the product an easy and comfortable application.
Cocoglycerides are made from coconut oil and RSPO certified palm oil from Indonesia, the Philippines and Malaysia and are manufactured in Germany.
Skin or skin-like?
NoSustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ VeganContains palm oil/palm kernel oil - RSPO-MB
In what products can you find it?
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Dehydroxanthan Gum is an ingredient we use to build up the viscosity or consistency of the product and to improve its feel upon application. It makes it easier to spread the product on the skin and it also helps stabilize the product so it lasts over time.
The ingredient is manufactured in the USA.
Skin or skin-like?
NoSustainability
✓ Biodegradable - Expected to be biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
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Dextrin is a natural ingredient and is used as an excipient for encapsulating salicylic acid, making it significantly gentler on the skin compared to free salicylic acid. This raw material also has prebiotic properties.
Dextrin comes from Chinese corn.
Skin or skin-like?
NoSustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
In what products can you find it? -
An oil that is primarily used in sunscreen products to dissolve UV filters and give the product a better protective effect. Provides a soft and comfortable application and feel on the skin.
Dibutyl Adipate is synthetically produced and manufactured in Germany
Skin or skin-like?
NoSustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oilNot of natural origin
In what products can you find it? -
A light emollient oil that is primarily used in sunscreen products to dissolve UV filters and give the product a better protective effect. Provides a dry, light and velvety application and feel on the skin.
Dicaprylyl Carbonate is produced from RSPO-certified palm kernel oil from Asia, primarily Indonesia, the Philippines and Malaysia, and is manufactured in Germany.
Skin or skin-like?
NoSustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
In what products can you find it? -
An organic photostable UVA filter with high molecular weight that protects well in the entire UVA range, including the longer wavelengths. Provides exceptionally good protection against skin damage and prevents the formation of free radicals in the skin.
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate is synthetically produced and manufactured in Germany.
Skin or skin-like?
NoSustainability
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oilNon-biodegradable - Does not break down easily
Not of natural origin Missing information about GMOs
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An organic photostable UV filter with a high molecular weight that primarily protects in the UVB range. A low concentration of this filter contributes to the product's high SPF.
Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone is synthetically produced and manufactured in Italy and the USA.
Skin or skin-like?
NoSustainability
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oilNot biodegradable
Not of natural originIn what products can you find it?
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An oil that is primarily used in sunscreen products to dissolve UV filters and give the product a better protective effect. It contributes to a soft and comfortable application of the product and to its rapid absorption into the skin.
Diisopropyl Sebacate is synthetically produced from vegetable oils (castor oil) and chemical substances and is manufactured in France. Castor oil originates from India.
Skin or skin-like?
NoSustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin - Only partly from castor oil
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
In what products can you find it?
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Ectoin is a substance discovered in halophilic (= salt-loving) bacteria that live in extreme environments such as salt lakes and deserts. In addition to salty environments, they also survive extreme temperatures, dryness and a lot of UV radiation.
Ectoin helps bacteria survive under these extreme conditions by binding water, stabilizing and preventing the breakdown of proteins and DNA, thereby protecting the bacterial cell.
Interestingly enough, Ectoin has similar effects in the skin, i.e. it binds a lot of water, which moisturizes and protects the skin both short-term and long-term.
Ectoin is produced through a biotechnological process in China.
Skin or skin-like?
NoSustainability
✓ Biodegradable - Easily biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
In what products can you find it? -
A natural sugar that hydrates the skin and preserves moisture levels in the skin even in very dry climates. It also strengthens the skin's barrier function.
The raw material is manufactured in China.
Skin or skin-like?
NoSustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
In what products can you find it? -
An organic photostable UV filter with a high molecular weight that primarily protects in the UVB range. A low concentration of this filter contributes to the product's high SPF.
Ethylhexyl Triazone is synthetically produced and manufactured in Germany.
Skin or skin-like?
NoSustainability
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oilNon-biodegradable - Does not break down easily
Not of natural origin
In what products can you find it?
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Glycerin has been used since ancient times and is the most common humectant used in skin care. It is found in almost all water-based products, especially in moisturizing and emollient lotions and creams.
Glycerin is a small substance that quickly penetrates the stratum corneum, leading to increased hydration. Glycerin – also called glycerol – is naturally found in the skin and is considered one of the skin's own moisture binders (NMF, Natural moisturizing factor).
Glycerin is now produced from vegetable oils. The glycerin we use comes from rapeseed oil from European suppliers. In addition to glycerin's moisturizing properties, it has also been shown to reduce skin irritation.
Skin or skin-like?
Yes, it is part of the NMF in the skin.Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable - Easily biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
In what products can you find it? -
Glyceryl Stearate is a mild co-emulsifier that helps stabilize our creams. Together with the emulsifier Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate and the co-emulsifier Stearyl Alcohol, a lamellar structure is formed in the cream. This makes the cream similar to the skin's hydrolipid film, which also has a lamellar structure, and provides a better moisturizing effect for a stronger and more resilient skin in the long term.
Glyceryl Stearate helps to soften the skin while giving it a smooth and light feel. Glyceryl Stearate is produced in Italy from RSPO-MB certified palm kernel oil from Thailand, the Philippines and or Indonesia.
Skin or skin-like?
No, not alone, but the structure created together with the other substances in the product is skin-like.Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ VeganContains palm oil/palm kernel oil - Certified RSPO-MB
In what products can you find it? -
Glyceryl Stearate SE is a mild auxiliary emulsifier that helps stabilize our creams. The substance also contains a small amount of potassium stearate to improve the emulsifying effect, which distinguishes it from Glyceryl Stearate.
Together with the emulsifier Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate and the co-emulsifier Stearyl Alcohol, a lamellar structure is formed in the cream. This makes the cream similar to the skin's hydrolipid film, which also has a lamellar structure and provides a better moisturizing effect for a stronger and more resilient skin in the long term.
The raw material originates from vegetable oils from palm kernels (Indonesia, Malaysia), coconut (Indonesia, Philippines) and rapeseed (Europe) and is manufactured in Germany.
Skin or skin-like?
No, not alone, but the structure created together with the other substances in the product is skin-like.Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ VeganContains palm oil/palm kernel oil - Certified RSPO-MB
In what products can you find it?
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Hydrogenated Lecithin is a mild emulsifier that holds water and oil together in a stable emulsion.
Hydrogenated Lecithin is made from Eastern European sunflower seeds and manufactured outside the EU.
Skin or skin-like?
Yes, lecithin is naturally found in the skin's cell membranes.Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
In what products can you find it? -
We use Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil because it effectively strengthens the skin barrier by reducing water loss (TEWL), which improves skin hydration.
It is also an alternative to silicones because it helps the product spread well on the skin, so that it better covers the area you want to moisturize and gives the skin increased softness.
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil is produced in Denmark or France and comes from various vegetable oils, such as palm, coconut and rapeseed, from different parts of the world, but mainly Europe and Asia.
Skin or skin-like?
Yes, skin-like because our sebum is made up of triglycerides.Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ VeganContains palm oil/palm kernel oil
In what products can you find it?
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Jojoba esters have an effective softening and moisturizing effect, which has been shown in scientific studies. Jojoba esters also have a synergistic/interacting effect with Glycerin, which is also included in our products.
Jojoba esters are, unlike, for example, mineral oil or silicone-based alternatives, biodegradable, which we naturally value.
Jojoba esters are manufactured in the USA, the raw material comes from different parts of the world.
Skin or skin-like?
Yes, skin-like.Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
In what products can you find it?
K
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Kaolin is one of the most common clay minerals found on Earth. It has long been used in medicine, pharmaceuticals, and skin care. It is used for everything from relieving diarrhea to stopping bleeding from wounds.
Kaolin is a so-called absorbent and adsorbent, i.e. it absorbs and adsorbs various substances on the surface of the skin. We use it in our Mineral Cleanser because it naturally and effectively absorbs and adsorbs dirt, grease and impurities from the skin.
The kaolin in our products originates from Great Britain.
Skin or skin-like?
NoSustainability
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oilNot biodegradable - Kaolin is inorganic and therefore does not biodegrade.
In what products can you find it?
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Lactic acid is the same as milk acid. It is a natural part of the skin's own natural moisturizing factor (NMF) and contributes to increased hydration.
NMF are moisturizing substances that occur naturally in our skin and keep it hydrated and protected. We use lactic acid to adjust the pH of the cream.
Our lactic acid is synthetically produced in Japan.
Skin or skin-like?
Yes, lactic acid is a substance found naturally in the skin.Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oilNot of natural origin
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Unique live lactic acid bacteria (Lactobacillus Reuteri), a probiotic naturally found in the body, helps improve skin texture and reduce fine lines and wrinkles, and increases the richness and diversity of the skin's own natural microbiome.
The Lactobacillus Reuteri used in Skinome's products has also been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties in the skin.
Skin or skin-like?
Yes, lactic acid bacteria are the body's own. The Lactobacillus Reuteri used in Skinome's products is originally extracted from breast milk.Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
In what products can you find it? -
Lactobacillus Ferment is a type of postbiotics – substances that have been produced by microorganisms and that contribute positive and beneficial properties to the skin.
It is used in our products to hydrate the skin and prevent the growth of bad bacteria. A study conducted by our Lactobacillus Ferment supplier shows that a cream with it increases skin moisture by about 15% after 24 hours compared to a cream without it.
The Lactobacillus Ferment in our products is manufactured in the USA and produced in a fermentation process with Lactobacillus, a type of lactic acid bacteria.
Skin or skin-like?
No
Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
In what products can you find it? -
This is a so-called postbiotic that is formed from fermented rice. Together with Maltitol and Arginine, a unique and innovative emulsifier system is formed that we use in Light Emulsion. This system binds water and oil into a cream and gives the cream a lamellar structure that resembles the skin's natural hydrolipid film, which also has a lamellar structure.
It also gives the product a very light feel, allowing it to spread quickly and easily onto the skin. This system has also been shown to have soothing and antioxidant properties, and promotes active ingredients to penetrate the skin more easily.
Lactobacillus/Rice Ferment comes from Japan.
Skin or skin-like?
No, not alone, but the structure it creates together with the other substances in the product is skin-like.
Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable - Data missing but expected to be biodegradable based on its content
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
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Lactobionic Acid is a gentle acid that we use because of its mild exfoliating properties, a property that helps to dissolve and prevent clogged pores. Lactobionic Acid also has a moisturizing effect on the skin.
Our Lactobionic acid is chemically produced in China.
Skin or skin-like?
No
Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable - Expected to break down
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
Not vegan
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Lecithin is an excellent emulsifier that helps the skin maintain and build a good protective barrier, which prevents the skin from becoming dry.
Lecithin is produced from soybeans that come from different parts of the world. The raw material we use is manufactured in Germany.
Skin or skin-like?
Yes, lecithin is found naturally in the skin's cell membranes.
Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oilIn what products can you find it?
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Lysolecithin is a skin-derived phospholipid that has been shown to improve both the skin barrier and reduce the amount of visible pores and skin redness.
Clinical studies have shown that it improves skin hydration, reduces water loss (TEWL) by regulating skin cell calcium release, and stimulates the synthesis of various membrane proteins and membrane lipids.
Studies have also shown that the amount of enlarged pores decreased after 4 weeks of using a product with lysolecithin. Overall, lysolecithin makes the skin stronger, more resilient, more hydrated and gives skin with less visible pores.
The raw material is produced by enzymatically treating lecithin from soybeans. The soybeans used in the product are grown in Brazil and the raw material is manufactured in Japan.
Skin or skin-like?
Yes, but the raw material is made from soybeans.Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ VeganIn what products can you find it?
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Maltitol is a sugar alcohol (not to be confused with regular alcohol/ethanol) that, together with the postbiotic Lactobacillus/Rice Ferment and Arginine, forms the emulsifier that we use in Light Emulsion.
Read more about this emulsifier under “Lactobacillus/Rice Ferment”.
Maltitol comes from Japan.
Skin or skin-like?
No, not alone, but the structure it creates together with the other substances in the product is skin-like.Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oilIn what products can you find it?
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Manganese Lactate is the manganese salt of lactic acid. Lactic acid is one of the skin's own moisture binders (Natural moisturizing factor, NMF) and contributes to increased hydration and cell turnover. Manganese is a mineral and trace element in the body and is included in the product in a complex that protects the skin against stress factors, which counteracts irritation, redness and aging of the skin. Manganese also stimulates collagen synthesis in the skin.
The raw material we use is synthetically produced in Germany.
Skin or skin-like?
Yes, both manganese and lactic acid are found naturally in the body.Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
Not of natural origin but found naturally in the skin
In what products can you find it?
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Niacinamide is a form of natural vitamin B3. Niacinamide is one of the most clinically studied active ingredients and has been shown to have many effects: it strengthens the skin's barrier function and thus reduces transepidermal water loss (TEWL), reduces irregular pigmentation and reduces sebum production in the sebaceous glands. These properties make it beneficial for both oily and dry skin.
Our Niacinamide is synthetically produced in Asia.
Skin or skin-like?
YesSustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
Not of natural origin
In which products can you find it?
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Panthenol is also often referred to as provitamin B5 and is a variant of the natural vitamin pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5) which is an important substance for the skin. Panthenol is a relatively small substance that is absorbed by the skin and provides a moisturizing and barrier-strengthening effect. It has also been shown to reduce irritation and redness and thus soothes and nourishes the skin.
The raw material we use is produced synthetically in China.
Skin or skin-like?
No, but pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5) is naturally occurring in the skin.Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
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Phytosterols are plant-based sterols that have a chemical structure similar to cholesterol, which is naturally found in the skin. Phytosterols are suitable for dry and sensitive skin, it improves the skin barrier and helps soften the skin and retain moisture in the skin.
Skin or skin-like?
Yes, skin-like, it contains plant sterols, mainly beta-sitosterol, which has a chemical structure similar to the skin's own cholesterol.Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oilIn what products can you find it?
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Polydextrose is a synthetic ingredient and is used as an excipient for encapsulating salicylic acid, making it significantly gentler on the skin compared to free salicylic acid. This raw material also has prebiotic properties.
Polydextrose comes from South Korea and is synthetically produced.
Skin or skin-like?
NoSustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
Not of natural origin
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Polyglyceryl-3 Dicitrate/Stearate is used as an emulsifier to mix and disperse oil in water, thereby creating a stable emulsion/cream. This emulsifier is 100% based on vegetable raw materials: glycerol, stearic acid and citric acid. It is a mild emulsifier often used in baby products.
The ingredients come from RSPO-certified palm oil in Malaysia and Indonesia and from rapeseed oil in Europe, and are manufactured in Germany.
Skin or skin-like?
NoSustainability
✓ Biodegradable - Breaks down easily
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil - Certified RSPO-MB
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A very mild and effective cleanser based on natural oils. The substance has been modified to create an ingredient that gently cleanses and removes make-up and dirt while maintaining the skin's barrier and natural moisture balance.
The ingredient originates from coconut and/or palm oil from Asia, primarily Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines.
Skin or skin-like?
No
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Polylysine is a so-called dendrimer, a tree-like round structure built from the amino acid lysine. The structure has a better ability to specifically affect the microorganisms involved in the onset of acne in the skin and has also been shown to reduce inflammatory markers and improve barrier function.
Polylysine is produced from corn starch via a green fermentation process. The raw material is manufactured in Canada.
Skin or skin-like?
NoSustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
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Functions as an emulsifier and co-emulsifier in the product and is included in low concentrations. The substance enhances the product's sun protection properties, works well with the skin's own lipids and can improve the product's moisturizing and softening properties.
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate is synthetically produced and manufactured in Switzerland.
Skin or skin-like?
Skin-like because it is a phospholipid, which is a group of substances found naturally in the skin.
Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oilIn what products can you find it?
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Vitamin A or the group of retinoids are some of the most well-studied ingredients used by the cosmetics industry, and of these, retinal is the most bioavailable and active variant.
Retinoids are among the few substances that have been proven in clinical studies to affect the skin and have a beneficial effect on skin health and visible signs of aging. They are very potent and very small amounts (about 0.1%) have been shown to have an effect.
Retinal reduces wrinkles, pigmentation from age spots, acne, and improves skin texture and smoothness. It can also thicken the top layer of skin.
Retinal is best used at night and in small amounts as too much can be too strong for the skin. Retinal is very light, air and temperature sensitive and therefore breaks down easily and becomes ineffective.
That's why we use Retinal in a water-free formulation, fill it into an air-tight, opaque pump bottle, and encourage you to store the product in the refrigerator. This ensures that the product remains effective throughout your use.
Our Retinal is synthetically produced and produced in China.
Skin or skin-like?
Yes, that's the skin.Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
Not of natural originIn what products can you find it?
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The Salicylic Acid (BHA) we use is an innovative form of salicylic acid. The salicylic acid is encapsulated in a prebiotic dietary fiber complex made from dextrin, polydextrose and amylopectin, making the salicylic acid significantly gentler on the skin compared to free salicylic acid.
Salicylic acid, which is naturally found in the willow tree, has been used for thousands of years to treat various types of skin conditions. The first studies on salicylic acid's effects in skin care were conducted in the 1950s as part of research in the field of psoriasis.It was only much later that its cosmetic effects on wrinkles and hyperpigmentation were observed.
BHA acids, like AHA acids, exfoliate the skin. The difference is that salicylic acid is slightly more lipophilic (fat-soluble), so it penetrates the skin more easily. As a result, it penetrates deeper into the sebaceous glands, which makes it possible to prevent the formation of blackheads.
The salicylic acid we use comes from China and the complex is manufactured in South Korea.
Skin or skin-like?
NoSustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
Not of natural originIn what products can you find it?
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Sclerotium Gum is a biodegradable thickener and stabilizer that is produced via a natural biofermentation process where microorganisms (fungi) are used to manufacture the substance.
It is designed to be a more sustainable and natural alternative to synthetic polymers often used in traditional skincare. The substance has a large molecular size and stays on the outside of the skin.
Wheat and sugar from the EU and England are used in the production, and the production takes place in France.
Skin or skin-like?
No, the substance is not found naturally in the skin.Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ VeganIn what products can you find it?
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The silica we use comes from the shells of small microscopic algae grown on the Swedish west coast. Algae has a high ability to bind carbon dioxide and thus contributes to reducing the greenhouse effect when grown. The silica used in the products has a unique porous structure which contributes to a high ability to bind both oil and water, as well as reflect and scatter light. Silica helps to moisturize the skin and provide a protective barrier, and enhances the protective effect that UV filters provide in a sunscreen product.
The silica we use comes from natural algae grown in Sweden.
Skin or skin-like?
NoSustainability
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
Non-biodegradable - Silica is inorganic and therefore does not biodegrade
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Sodium Bicarbonate or bicarbonate is a sodium salt of carbonic acid, a substance that is naturally found in our bodies where it is involved in regulating the body's pH. In the product, it is included in a complex that protects the skin from various stress factors, reducing its tendency to become red and irritated and counteracting aging.
Bicarbonate is completely natural and is formed, among other things, when carbon dioxide is bound up in water. The raw material we use is produced synthetically in Germany.
Skin or skin-like?
Yes, it is found naturally in the skin and our bodies.
Sustainability
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan? Yes
Not Biodegradable - Sodium Bicarbonate is considered an inorganic salt and therefore does not biodegrade.
Not of natural origin - The raw material is produced synthetically but is found naturally in our bodies.
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Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate belongs to a new generation of cleansing agents that are very mild and gentle on the skin, while cleaning effectively. The substance is based on the amino acid glycine, which is naturally found in the skin's collagen, and it contributes to good cleansing properties while also providing a good foam when using the product.
The Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate that we use is made from coconut oil or palm kernel oil from Malaysia, Indonesia or the Philippines and the raw material is manufactured in Spain.
Skin or skin-like?
Sodium cocoyl glycinate is not found naturally in the body, but the ingredients, the amino acid glycine and fatty acids, are found naturally in the skin.Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin - up to 86%
✓ GMO-free
✓ VeganContains palm oil/palm kernel oil - certified RSPO-MB
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Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate is a mild surfactant that cleanses the skin. This surfactant is part of a blend of two other mild surfactants used in our Mineral Cleanser. Together, they cleanse the skin of makeup, sunscreen and other product residue, as well as dirt, particles and impurities that have accumulated on your skin during the day.
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate is plant-based. Its natural origin is coconut or palm oil from Malaysia or Indonesia.
Skin or skin-like?
No
Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ VeganContains palm oil/palm kernel oil
In what products can you find it?
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We use Sodium hydroxide to adjust the pH of the cream. Sodium is one of the most common minerals in the skin and hydroxide ions are found in regular water.
Skin or skin-like?
Yes, both sodium and hydroxide are naturally found in the skin.
Sustainability
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
Non-biodegradable - Sodium Hydroxide is inorganic and therefore does not biodegrade
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Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate belongs to a new generation of cleansing agents that are very mild and gentle on the skin, while cleaning effectively. The substance is based on the amino acid sarcosine, which is naturally found in the body and contributes to good cleansing properties while providing a very mild and gentle product.
The Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate we use is made from coconut oil or palm kernel oil from Malaysia, Indonesia or the Philippines and the raw material is manufactured in Spain.
Skin or skin-like?
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate is not found naturally in the body, but the components, the amino acid sarcosine and fatty acids, are found naturally in the skin.
Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin - up to 80%
✓ GMO-free
✓ VeganContains palm oil/palm kernel oil, certified RSPO-MB
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Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate is a mild surfactant that cleanses the skin. This surfactant is part of a blend with two other mild surfactants used in our Mineral Cleanser. Together, they cleanse the skin of makeup and other product residue, as well as dirt, particles and impurities that have accumulated on your skin during the day.
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate is plant-based. The origin is coconut or palm oil from Malaysia or Indonesia.
Skin or skin-like?
No
Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
Contains palm oil/palm kernel oil
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Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate is an emulsifier that is used to form an emulsion (cream). There are several reasons why we use this particular emulsifier.
Only a very low concentration is required and together with the auxiliary emulsifiers Glyceryl Stearate and Stearyl Alcohol, it forms a lamellar structure.
This lamellar system is reminiscent of the lamellar structure of the stratum corneum and is therefore both skin-friendly and helps the skin form a natural protective film.
Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate is of vegetable origin and is created by combining substances from certified sustainable palm oil (RSPO-MB) and coconut oil from Malaysia, the Philippines or Indonesia, as well as sugar beets from France.The raw material is manufactured in Germany.
Skin or skin-like?
No, not alone, but the structure it creates together with the other substances in the product is skin-like.
Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
Contains palm oil/palm kernel oil - Certified RSPO-MB
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Gives structure to the product and enhances the product's sun protection properties and water resistance.
Made from natural substances and manufactured in Spain.
Skin or skin-like?
No
Sustainability
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
No data are available on degradability but the substance is expected to be degradable.
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Sphingomonas Ferment Extract or Diutan Gum is a biodegradable polysaccharide that acts as a consistency enhancer and stabilizer in the product.
The substance is produced through a natural biofermentation process using bacteria and is designed to be a more sustainable and natural alternative to synthetic polymers often used in traditional skin care. The substance has a large molecular size and stays on the outside of the skin.
Manufacturing takes place in China.
Skin or skin-like?
No, the substance is not found naturally in the skin.
Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
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Squalane is a stable form of Squalene that is found naturally in the skin. Squalene makes up about 12% of the skin's natural sebum from the sebaceous glands. Squalene is very unstable, if exposed to oxygen it will go rancid and go bad quickly. That is why the stable version Squalane is used.
Squalane has very effective emollient properties and is used in our products to rebuild and strengthen the skin's protective lipid film.
The Squalane we use comes from olives grown in Spain and Italy.
Skin or skin-like?
Yes, skin-like.
Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
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Stearic acid is a natural fatty acid that we use to build the viscosity of cleansing creams, i.e. their consistency, and also contributes to cleansing properties. The consistency makes it easier to spread the cleanser on the skin, thereby improving the use and effectiveness of the cleanser.
The stearic acid we use comes from certified and sustainably produced palm oil (RSPO-MB), mainly from Malaysia and Indonesia, but also from Asia, Africa and/or South America. The raw material is manufactured in Germany.
Skin or skin-like?
Yes, skin-like because our sebum is made up of free fatty acids.
Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
Contains palm oil/palm kernel oil - Certified RSPO-MB
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Stearyl alcohol has nothing to do with alcohol (ethanol), despite its name. We use the substance because it stabilizes our creams but above all because, together with the emulsifier Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, it forms a lamellar structure in the cream.
This makes the cream's structure similar to the skin's hydrolipid film, which also has a lamellar structure, which provides a better moisturizing effect for stronger and more resilient skin in the long term.
The Stearyl Alcohol we use is of vegetable origin, primarily certified sustainable palm oil or coconut oil from Malaysia, the Philippines or Indonesia.
Skin or skin-like?
No, not alone, but the structure it creates together with the other substances in the product is skin-like.
Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
Contains palm oil/palm kernel oil sometimes - Certified RSPO-MB
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Sunfloweroyl Methylglucamide is a very mild surfactant that cleanses the skin in a very gentle way, which is why it is very suitable in products for sensitive skin. It cleanses the skin from makeup and other product residues, as well as dirt, particles and impurities that have accumulated on your skin during the day.
The product is made from glucose from corn and triglycerides from sunflower oil, both raw materials come from Europe.
Skin or skin-like?
No
Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
In what products can you find it?
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A photostable mineral filter that provides broad spectrum protection, i.e. protects in both the UVA and UVB range. Silica acts as a surface coating on the titanium dioxide and makes it work well with the other filters and substances in the product.
It is often recommended as a good protection for sensitive skin. The titanium dioxide we use is nano-sized to provide good protection and a product that does not leave a white film when used.
Titanium Dioxide (nano) and Silica are naturally occurring minerals, but the raw material is produced synthetically in Germany.
Skin or skin-like?
No
Sustainability
✓ Natural origin - Found as a natural mineral
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
Not biodegradable - Inorganic material so biodegradability is not relevantIn what products can you find it?
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Vitamin E, also known as tocopherol, is an antioxidant frequently used in skincare and has many positive effects. It is a fat-soluble antioxidant that protects against free radicals generated from, for example, the sun or pollution.
Our Tocopherol is natural and comes from vegetable oils extracted from soybeans. The soybeans come from the USA.
Skin or skin-like?
Yes, it is found naturally in our skin.
Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
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Tribehenin is a vegetable oil, a so-called triglyceride, that helps reduce water loss from the skin, which binds and preserves moisture in the skin and/or lips for a long time.
Tribehenin also contributes to the product's consistency and makes the product comfortable to apply and provides a smooth and protective film on the lips.
The raw material originates from rapeseed grown in the EU and the UK. The final raw material is manufactured in the UK.
Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
In what products can you find it?
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Urea is part of the skin's own natural moisture binder (NMF) and acts as a moisturizing and barrier-strengthening substance. Urea binds water and helps the skin retain moisture and stay soft and supple. It also has a barrier-strengthening effect and plays an important role in maintaining the skin's balance and health.
The ingredient is produced synthetically in Germany.
Skin or skin-like?
Yes, it is part of the NMF in the skinSustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
In what products can you find it?
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We use purified vegetable oil as a biodegradable alternative to mineral oil, which is often used in traditional skin care. The oil we use is effective in reducing water loss from the skin, TEWL (transepidermal water loss), which helps to bind moisture in the skin. The oil therefore effectively keeps the skin hydrated and soft over time.
Vegetable Oil consists of purified triglycerides from RSPO-certified palm oil and coconut oil from Asia and rapeseed oil from Europe. The country of manufacture for this raw material is Germany.
Skin or skin-like?
Yes, skin-like because our sebum is made up of triglycerides
Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
Contains palm oil/palm kernel oil - Certified RSPO-MB
In what products can you find it?
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Zinc is the second most common mineral or trace element found naturally in the human body. It is found primarily in our muscles and bones but also naturally in the skin where it has many functions. It binds to various enzymes, such as superoxide dismutase, an important antioxidant for the skin. Zinc also has antimicrobial properties, which means it has a mild preservative effect in the product.
Gluconate is a salt that is found in nature and also in the human body where it is part of our metabolism.
We use Zinc Gluconate which is of natural origin and manufactured in France. Zinc Gluconate is made from zinc (a mineral) and gluconate (a salt) which come from France, Belgium or Germany.
Skin or skin-like?
Zinc is a component of the skin, glucotane is found in the body.
Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable - Breaks down easily
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oilIn what products can you find it?
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A photostable mineral filter that provides broad spectrum protection, i.e. protects in both the UVA and UVB range. It is often recommended as a good protection for sensitive skin. The zinc oxide that we use is nano-sized to provide good protection and a product that does not leave a white film when used.
Zinc Oxide is a naturally occurring mineral, but the raw material is produced synthetically in Germany and the USA.
Skin or skin-like?
No
Sustainability
✓ Natural origin - Found as a natural mineral
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oil
Not biodegradable - Inorganic material so biodegradability is not relevant
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Zinc is the second most common trace element found naturally in the human body. It is found primarily in our muscles and bones but also naturally in the skin where it has many functions.
It binds to various enzymes, such as superoxide dismutase, an important antioxidant for the skin. Zinc also has antimicrobial properties, which means it has a mild preservative effect in the product.
PCA is a humectant that is naturally found in the skin and is part of our NMF (Natural Moisturizing Factor).
We use zinc in the form of Zinc PCA which is of natural origin and manufactured in France. Zinc PCA is made from zinc oxide (a mineral) sourced from Germany and the amino acid glutamic acid from European beets.
Skin or skin-like?
Yes, both zinc and PCA are skin-specific components.
Sustainability
✓ Biodegradable - Breaks down easily
✓ Natural origin
✓ GMO-free
✓ Vegan
✓ Does not contain palm oil/palm kernel oilIn what products can you find it?
