Ethylhexylglycerin
Can helps to boost the effectiveness of preservative systems
Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
Extracted from the Acai berry, commonly foudn in teh Brzilian rainforest. Rich in antioxidants, it can help as a free radical scavenger.
Glucomannan
A polysaccharide from the Konjac plant. It has great water absorbing abilities.
Gluconolactone
PHA (Polyhydroxy Acid), is made of large molecules, it removes dead cells from the surface layer of the skin, whilst naturally locking in moisture and is ideal for more sensitive skin.
Glycerin
Perhaps the most common humectant used in skincare. Holds onto moisture to reduce trans-epidermal water loss to help keep skin hydrated and healthy.
Glyceryl Behenate
Used to stabilise emulsions
Glyceryl Dibehenate
Used to stabilise emulsions
Glyceryl Oleate
Has as skin smoothing effect on application. Can also be used to stabilise emulsions
Glyceryl Polyacrylate
USed to form a film on the skin
Glyceryl Stearate
A common emulsifier used to stabilise emulsion, normally used in conjubction with other emulsifiers
Glyceryl Stearate Se
A common emulsifier that can be used on its own to create emulsions
Glycine
A non-essential amino acid, (non-essential means your body already makes this amino acid), that helps to moisturise skin.
Glycine Soja (Soybean) Extract
Extract of Soybean
Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil
A moisturising emollient oil from Soybean
Glycine Soja (Soybean) Sterol
A mixture of phytosterols from Soybean with non-drying emollient properties
Glycine Soja (Soybean) Sterols
A mixture of phytosterols from Soybean with non-drying emollient properties
Glycogen
A polysaccharide with moisturising and hydrating properties
Glycolic Acid
A chemical exfoliant derived from sugar cane. This ingredient helps to remove dead and dehydrated skin cells from the surface layer of the skin.
Glycolipids
Lipids composed of sugar and fat, they can help skin by helping to keep it hydrated.
Glycolipids
From sugar using a natural fermentation process, this Biodegardable ingredient offers gentle and effective cleanisng
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
From the roots of the licorice plant, this ingredient has powerful anti-inflammatory properties and helps to soothe skin thanks to its main active component glycyrrhizin.
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
A quaternary ammonium cation that can reduce statis electricty in the hair by 'neutralizing' the electrical charge on the hairs's surface. It leaves hair easy to comb and soft and shiny.
Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water
Well known for its astringent properties
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
A non-comedogenic oil. It absorbs into the skin quickly leaving a smooth skin feel