Ingredient Glossary

 

Hydration & Skin Conditioning

  • Glycerin – Plant-derived humectant that draws moisture into the skin and maintains softness.(Plant-derived, natural)
  • Betaine – Natural hydrator from sugar beets that balances and softens skin. (Plant-derived, natural)
  • Lecithin – Natural moisturizer from soy or sunflower that helps restore suppleness. (Plant-derived, natural)
  • Tocopherol (Vitamin E) – Antioxidant from plant oils that helps protect skin from environmental stress. (Plant-derived, natural)
  • Ascorbyl Palmitate (Vitamin C Ester) – Brightens and supports skin health. (Plant-derived / nature-identical)
  • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride – Lightweight emollient from coconut oil and glycerin that helps smooth and soften skin. (Plant-derived, natural)
  • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice – Soothes and hydrates skin, promoting comfort and balance. (Plant-derived, natural)

💡 Did You Know?
Even natural hydrators like glycerin work best when layered under a body cream — they help attract water, while oils and butters lock it in for long-lasting softness.

Texture & Feel

  • Glyceryl Stearate Citrate – Smooths and blends oils and water for a creamy texture. (Plant-derived)
  • Ethylhexyl Palmitate – Lightweight emollient that leaves skin silky. (Plant-derived)
  • Stearyl Alcohol – Fatty alcohol from plant oils that conditions skin. (Plant-derived, natural)
  • Glyceryl Stearate – Locks in moisture and adds a soft, velvety finish. (Plant-derived)
  • Cetyl Alcohol – Fatty alcohol from coconut or palm that improves texture. (Plant-derived)
  • PEG-90 Stearate – Stabilizes the formula for smooth application. (Synthetic, safe cosmetic-grade)
  • Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer – A gentle, cosmetic-grade ingredient that stabilizes the formula — helping it stay light, airy, and easy to spread. (Synthetic)
  • Xanthan Gum – Natural thickener from fermented plant sugars. (Natural, plant-derived)
  • Ethylhexyl Cocoate – Natural emollient from coconut fatty acids that enhances skin softness and spreadability. (Plant-derived, natural)
  • Olus Oil (Vegetable Oil) – Plant oil blend that nourishes and softens skin. (Plant-derived, natural)
  • Carbomer – Safe thickening agent that helps create luxurious, creamy consistency. (Synthetic, nature-identical)

💡 Did You Know?
“Fatty alcohols” like cetyl and stearyl alcohol aren’t drying — they’re rich, plant-based emollients that help moisturize and cushion the skin.

Moisture & Barrier Support

  • Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter – Deeply nourishes and protects against dryness. (Plant-derived, natural)
  • Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil – Conditions and softens skin with essential fatty acids. (Plant-derived, natural)
  • Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil – Improves skin tone and elasticity. (Plant-derived, natural)
  • Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract – Derived from the vanilla orchid; adds a comforting aroma and skin-conditioning properties. (Plant-derived, natural)
  • Coffea Arabica (Coffee) Seed Extract – Antioxidant-rich extract known to help tone and energize the appearance of skin. (Plant-derived, natural)
  • Olus Oil (Vegetable Oil) – Natural emollient blend that helps strengthen skin barrier. (Plant-derived, natural)

💡 Did You Know?
Plant oils like almond and coconut mimic your skin’s natural lipids — strengthening the barrier and improving elasticity over time.

Preservation & Stability

  • Phenoxyethanol – Safe, widely used cosmetic-grade preservative that keeps the formula fresh. (Synthetic)
  • Ethylhexylglycerin – Plant-derived preservative booster that also conditions skin. (Plant-derived)
  • Benzyl Alcohol – Found naturally in essential oils; acts both as a fragrance component and a preservative to protect the formula. (Natural origin, dual role)
  • Sodium Gluconate – Mineral-based chelating agent that stabilizes the formula. (Natural origin)
  • Sodium Hydroxide – Used in very small amounts to balance the product’s pH. (Mineral origin)
  • Citric Acid – Naturally found in citrus fruits; helps maintain balanced pH and supports antioxidant stability. (Plant-derived, natural)

💡 Did You Know?
Benzyl Alcohol does double duty — it helps preserve the formula naturally while contributing to the product’s fresh botanical scent.

Fragrance & Sensory Experience

  • Limonene, Linalool, Hexyl Cinnamal, Citral, Benzyl Alcohol – Naturally occurring components in essential oils that give the formula its fresh, green-herbal aroma. (Natural origin)
  • Parfum (Fragrance) – Carefully crafted blend of safe fragrance ingredients to evoke Perlier’s signature scent. (Fragrance blend)
  • Vanillin – Warm, sweet note of natural vanilla bean. (Nature-identical)
  • Coumarin – Adds a soft, creamy, almond-like nuance. (Nature-identical)
  • Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes – Long-lasting fragrance molecule providing warmth and depth. (Synthetic)
  • Hexamethylindanopyran – Clean, musky undertone that enhances fragrance longevity. (Synthetic)

💡 Did You Know?
These scent components occur naturally in plants like citrus, lavender, and ginger — giving the mousse its soft, refreshing fragrance.

Antioxidants & pH Balance

  • Citric Acid – Naturally derived from citrus fruits; balances pH and provides gentle skin renewal. (Plant-derived, natural)
  • Tocopheryl Acetate – Stable form of Vitamin E that protects skin from oxidative stress. (Nature-identical)
  • Ascorbyl Palmitate – Brightens and helps support skin’s collagen integrity. (Plant-derived / nature-identical)
  • Lecithin – Restores skin’s suppleness and helps support lipid balance. (Plant-derived)

💡 Did You Know?
Maintaining the right pH helps keep your skin barrier balanced — it’s why this mousse feels hydrating, not stripping.