Short-term smoothness, long-term dryness
Alcohol
Alcohol evaporates fast & weakens the skin barrier, leaving skin dry and compromised.
A secret chemical cocktail
Fragrance / Parfum
Triggers irritation & sensitivity, added for sensory appeal.
Preserves the shelf-life, not the skin
Parabens
Chemical preservatives used as antimicrobial agents that cause hormone disruptions with sustained use
A plastic wrap for your skin that gives the illusion of moisture
Mineral Oil
An inert petroleum derived occlusive, that seals skin with 0 nutritive value.
Softens the formula, stresses your Hormones
Phthalates
Used as solvents & plasticizers, act as endocrine disruptors with long term exposure.
A photoshop filter for your skincare
Artificial Colors
A visual boost for the formula, offer no nourishment and stresses sensitive skin.
Bubble party on the skin, strips natural lipids afterwards
Sulfates
Strong cleansing agents that remove oil and dirt but also strip natural lipids and disrupt skin barrier. A nightmare for sensitive & irritated skin.