Susanne Kaufmann Nourishing Eye Cream Review

Susanne Kaufmann Nourishing Eye Cream
5.8
/ 10
Moisturizing
10.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
1.5 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants
Rich Skin Soothing icon
in Skin Soothers
Ingredients

Susanne Kaufmann Nourishing Eye Cream Ingredients

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Full Ingredient List (INCI):

Achillea Millefolium Extract, Adansonia Digitata Pulp Extract, Alcohol Denat., Althaea Officinalis Root Extract, Aluminum Tristearate, Water, Benzyl Salicylate, Bisabolol, Brassica Oleracea Italica (Broccoli) Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sodium Caprylate, Cardiospermum Halicacabum Flower/Leaf/Vine Extract, Beeswax, Cetyl Ricinoleate, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Citral, Citric Acid, Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil, Glycerin, Glyceryl Caprate, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Hypericum Perforatum Extract, Limonene, Linalool, Magnesium Stearate, Octyldodecanol, Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Seed Extract, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Potassium Sorbate, Rosa Canina Seed Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Saccharide Isomerate, Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Leaf Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Squalane, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ubiquinone, Xanthan Gum, Zinc Sulfate
Review

Does Susanne Kaufmann Nourishing Eye Cream Work?

 
According to CreamScan's analysis of the ingredient list, here’s what Susanne Kaufmann Nourishing Eye Cream has to offer:
 
✅ Strong humectant moisturizing. This lightweight, humectant-rich product, ideal for oily skin, has a moisturizing rating of 5.8 out of 10.
✅ Soothing: Susanne Kaufmann Nourishing Eye Cream contains a high concentration of soothing ingredients, which may help to reduce irritation and calm the skin.
✅ Antioxidant protection

  

Key Benefits of Susanne Kaufmann Nourishing Eye Cream

 
These are the key benefits you can expect from using Susanne Kaufmann Nourishing Eye Cream:
 

🔵 Lightweight Humectant Moisturizer Ideal for Oily Skin

According to CreamScan analysis, Susanne Kaufmann Nourishing Eye Cream is quite moisturizing, with a moisturizing rating of 5.8 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more humectant. It has a low occlusivity of 1.5 out of 10 and a maximum humectancy of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Adansonia Digitata Pulp Extract (est. ≈9.0%).

This humectant-rich product, when used alone as a moisturizer, is ideal for oily skin, offering significant hydration in a lightweight, fast-absorbing formula with a minimal amount of occlusive ingredients.

It’s also a great choice for people with normal skin who prefer lightweight moisturizers.

💧 A Humectant Boost for Any Skincare Routine

But it’s not limited to oily skin - such a humectant boost will also positively contribute to the moisturizing efficacy of any skincare routine when used as a step before applying the main moisturizer. This type of formulation is typically used in serums, where a light, fast-absorbing texture is key.

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the moisturizing rating calculation.

🍀 Rich in Skin-Protecting Antioxidants

We estimate that Susanne Kaufmann Nourishing Eye Cream is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Althaea Officinalis Root Extract (est. ≈4.0%).

A key benefit of antioxidants is their ability to reduce oxidative stress caused by free radicals and therefore prevent accelerated skin aging. Studies also show that antioxidants can protect against environmental damage such as UV radiation and pollution, and help reduce inflammation and skin redness.

🔴 Skin Soothing and Calming Potential

Based on the ingredient list analysis, Susanne Kaufmann Nourishing Eye Cream is rich (> 5%) in soothing ingredients, particularly Achillea Millefolium Extract (est. ≈65.0%) and Althaea Officinalis Root Extract (est. ≈4.0%).

When applied to the skin, compounds of soothing ingredients, such as triglycerides, phospholipids, fatty acids, phenolic compounds, and antioxidants, work together to soothe the skin through various mechanisms: reducing inflammation, promoting wound healing, repairing the skin barrier, and providing antimicrobial and antioxidant activities.

📌 Please note that this is not a complete list of benefits. We are in the process of enhancing our model to incorporate anti-pigmentation, exfoliation and anti-acne ratings.

Things to Be Aware Of: Susanne Kaufmann Nourishing Eye Cream

 
CreamScan identified a few things to consider before adding Susanne Kaufmann Nourishing Eye Cream to your skincare routine:
 

⚠️ Questionable anti-wrinkle efficacy

If one of your main reasons for choosing Susanne Kaufmann Nourishing Eye Cream is its potential anti-aging effects, please note that, according to CreamScan analysis, it currently has a zero anti-wrinkle rating.

It contains Ubiquinone, an ingredient often marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles. However, the studies supporting the anti-wrinkle claims of Ubiquinone provide insufficient evidence of its efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards.

While this does not categorically rule out the possibility that Ubiquinone may reduce wrinkles, its efficacy is not supported by convincing, vehicle-controlled, double-blind clinical studies - at least none that were available to the CreamScan team at the time of publication.

Therefore, this ingredient does not generate the anti-wrinkle rating.

📌 Moisturizers, when used regularly, are proven to prevent wrinkle formation and even reduce existing wrinkles. Therefore, this product, like any other moisturizer, can deliver some anti-wrinkle effects through its moisturizing action.

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the anti-wrinkle rating calculation.

Pros & Cons of Susanne Kaufmann Nourishing Eye Cream

 
Here’s an overview of the pros and cons of Susanne Kaufmann Nourishing Eye Cream to help you decide if it’s the right choice for your skincare routine:
 

🟩 Pros:

✅ When used alone: Provides humectant-rich moisturizing ideal for oily skin
✅ As part of a routine: A humectant moisturizing boost, beneficial for any skin type
✅ Lightweight texture
✅ Rich in antioxidants that combat oxidative stress associated with accelerated skin aging and defend against environmental damage
✅ Potentially soothing, as it contains a high concentration of soothing ingredients like Achillea Millefolium Extract and Althaea Officinalis Root Extract
 

⭕ Cons: 

⚠️ Questionable anti-wrinkle efficacy
   

Summary: Susanne Kaufmann Nourishing Eye Cream

 
Based on the ingredient list analysis, CreamScan AI suggests that Susanne Kaufmann Nourishing Eye Cream
, when used alone, delivers lightweight, humectant-rich moisturizing, making it ideal for oily skin. As part of a moisturizing routine, it provides a humectant boost, beneficial for all skin types.
 
Rich in antioxidants, Susanne Kaufmann Nourishing Eye Cream helps protect against free radical damage and offers multiple benefits for all skin types, including preventing premature aging, defending against environmental damage, and calming inflammation. This product is also formulated with a high concentration of soothing ingredients, offering the potential to calm and comfort irritated skin. Whether you’re experiencing redness, irritation, or general sensitivity, its soothing properties may help restore balance and provide relief.
 
That said, there are some things about Susanne Kaufmann Nourishing Eye Cream worth noting.
 
If one of your main reasons for considering Susanne Kaufmann Nourishing Eye Cream is its potential anti-aging effects, please note that, according to CreamScan analysis, its anti-wrinkle efficacy is questionable. None of the ingredients in this product provide substantial evidence of their anti-wrinkle efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards.
 
📌 Fact check. At CreamScan, we are committed to accuracy and fairness. If you spot any errors or something that doesn’t seem right, please click here to let us know. We regularly update the ingredient lists and monitor the latest research on ingredient efficacy to ensure that our information remains as complete and precise as possible. The information provided here is for informational purposes only and does not substitute professional advice. We do not guarantee the efficacy or safety of any product, as individual results may vary.

 

Ingredient Breakdown

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
65
9
6
4
3
2.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.15
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Est. %
Achillea Millefolium Extract
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Adansonia Digitata Pulp Extract
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Alcohol Denat.
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Althaea Officinalis Root Extract
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Aluminum Tristearate
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Water
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Benzyl Salicylate
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Bisabolol
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Brassica Oleracea Italica (Broccoli) Seed Oil
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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
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Sodium Caprylate
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Cardiospermum Halicacabum Flower/Leaf/Vine Extract
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Beeswax
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Cetyl Ricinoleate
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Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
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Citral
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Citric Acid
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Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil
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Glycerin
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Glyceryl Caprate
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Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
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Hypericum Perforatum Extract
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Limonene
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Linalool
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Magnesium Stearate
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Octyldodecanol
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Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Seed Extract
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Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
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Potassium Sorbate
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Rosa Canina Seed Extract
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Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
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Saccharide Isomerate
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Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Leaf Extract
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Sodium Benzoate
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Sodium Citrate
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Sodium Hyaluronate
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Sorbitan Sesquioleate
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Squalane
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Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
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Tocopherol
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Tocopheryl Acetate
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Ubiquinone
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Xanthan Gum
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Zinc Sulfate
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Ratings

All humectants
10.2
9
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
3.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.8
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 10.2 10
10.0
9
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 3.0 20
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
5.8
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
9
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 10.2 10
10
All humectants
10.2
9
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 3.0 20
1.5
All occlusives
3.0
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
n/a
- 0.3 -
Total
0
Ubiquinone
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
4
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 6.4 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
6.4
Althaea Officinalis Root Extract
4
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
0.3
Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Seed Extract
0.3
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
0.3
Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Leaf Extract
0.3
Sodium Hyaluronate
0.3
Tocopherol
0.3
Tocopheryl Acetate
0.3
Ubiquinone
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
65
4
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All soothing 70.8 5 Rich in soothing
All soothing
70.8
65
4
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Achillea Millefolium Extract
Est. %65
Function
Origin
Achillea Millefolium ExtractAn extract obtained from the common yarrow. It is full of astringent and anti-inflammatory phytochemicals that help with inflamed skin and wound healing, have soothing and refreshing effects on the skin, and give the product a fresh, green, and spicy scent.
Adansonia Digitata Pulp Extract
Est. %9
Function
Origin
Adansonia Digitata Pulp Extract
Alcohol Denat.
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Alcohol Denat.

Denatured alcohol is ethanol that contains additives that make it unsafe to consume. It is mainly used as a solvent and an antimicrobial agent. A major drawback to alcohol denat. is that it dries out the skin.

Althaea Officinalis Root Extract
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Althaea Officinalis Root ExtractA soothing extract obtained from the marsh-mallow plant. It contains anti-inflammatory polyphenols and antioxidant polysaccharides.
Aluminum Tristearate
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Aluminum Tristearate
Water
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
WaterThe most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
Benzyl Salicylate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Benzyl Salicylate

A fragrance ingredient with a sweet, floral, and slightly balsamic scent. It is one of the twenty-six fragrances that are considered allergens according to the International Fragrance Association (IFRA), and so its use is restricted.

Bisabolol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Bisabolol

An anti-inflammatory compound found naturally in German chamomile essential oil. It has a pleasant, sweet, and floral scent. Bisabolol also has soothing and anti-inflammatory properties but can cause an allergic reaction in more sensitive individuals.

Brassica Oleracea Italica (Broccoli) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Brassica Oleracea Italica (Broccoli) Seed Oil
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideA natural occlusive moisturizing and emollient ingredient, it is a blend of glycerin and two fatty acids, caprylic and capric acid. It creates an oil-based protective layer on the skin, thereby preventing water loss.
Sodium Caprylate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Caprylate
Cardiospermum Halicacabum Flower/Leaf/Vine Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cardiospermum Halicacabum Flower/Leaf/Vine ExtractA soothing extract obtained from the balloon plant. It has plenty of anti-inflammatory flavonoids, phytosterols, and phenolic compounds.
Beeswax
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
BeeswaxA waxy substance made by bees while they are building their honeycombs. It is an occlusive moisturizing and emollient ingredient with wound healing and antimicrobial properties similar to those of honey. Its bleached, purified form is called Cera alba.
Cetyl Ricinoleate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cetyl Ricinoleate
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower ExtractDerived from German chamomile flowers, this extract is especially known for its anti-inflammatory and soothing benefits. It contains two soothing compounds called chamazulene and bisabolol, as well as antioxidant flavonoids.
Citral
Est. %0.15
Function
Origin
Citral

A fragrant compound found in many essential oils (especially lemon myrtle and lemongrass essential oil). It has a sweet, lemon-like scent. People with sensitive skin should try to avoid products with citral, or at least do a patch test before using.

Citric Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citric AcidA gently exfoliating AHA that helps to remove the top layer of dead skin cells. In comparison to other AHAs, citric acid has been shown to be one of the least effective. It is also very commonly used as a stabilizing and pH-controlling agent.
Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Echium Plantagineum Seed OilAn emollient and occlusive oil from the Purple Viper’s Bugloss plant. It contains oleic, linoleic, alpha-linolenic acids, as well as very rare polyunsaturated called stearidonic acid. It is suitable for all skin types.
Glycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glycerin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Glyceryl Caprate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glyceryl Caprate
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydrogenated Vegetable OilA solid, butter-like substance that is a highly occlusive moisturizer and emollient. It is a mixture of various plant oils (such as soy, olive, corn, canola, peanut, and many others) which has been refined.
Hypericum Perforatum Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hypericum Perforatum ExtractAn extract from one of the most famous and well-researched medicinal herbs - St. John’s Wort. It contains plenty of unique anti-inflammatory and astringent phytochemicals.
Limonene
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Limonene

One of the most used fragrances in skincare products. It is produced from the peels of citrus fruits and has a fresh, pleasant, citrusy smell. People who are sensitive to citrus should try to avoid it, or at least do a patch test before using it.

Linalool
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
LinaloolA fragrant, volatile compound naturally present in many essential oils. It has a pleasant scent and is often used in skincare products as a fragrance. People with sensitive skin should try to avoid it, or at least do a patch test before using it.
Magnesium Stearate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Magnesium StearateA multifunctional ester that thickens and prevents clumping.
Octyldodecanol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
OctyldodecanolAn emollient fatty alcohol that spreads easily without leaving a greasy residue on the skin. It is also used as a solvent and dispersing agent for other ingredients.
Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Seed Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Seed ExtractAn occlusive moisturizing extract from the seeds of the evening primrose that contains a rare emollient gamma-linolenic acid.
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate
Potassium Sorbate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Potassium SorbateA preservative widely used in food and personal care products, available from natural sources or synthetically produced. Potassium sorbate works by inhibiting the growth of yeasts, molds, and some bacteria.
Rosa Canina Seed Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Rosa Canina Seed Extract
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf ExtractA soothing and astringent extract derived from the fragrant, spicy leaves of rosemary. It has strong antioxidant properties. Rosemary extract can reduce signs of inflammation and also acts as an emollient and antimicrobial agent.
Saccharide Isomerate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Saccharide IsomerateA naturally-derived humectant that provides moisturization at low levels and is less sticky than other humectants like glycerin.
Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Leaf ExtractAn extract derived from sage leaves with toning and anti-inflammatory properties. It has a mild sage aroma due to the presence of sage essential oil.
Sodium Benzoate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium BenzoateA preservative that usually works in combination with other preservatives. It has to be at low pH (<5.5) to be effective.
Sodium Citrate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium CitrateA salt of citric acid that has a salty and tart flavor and is used as a fragrance. It is mildly basic, meaning that its addition to a skincare product can adjust the pH upward.
Sodium Hyaluronate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Hyaluronate

A sodium salt of famous hyaluronic acid. A potent humectant that hydrates the skin, supports collagen function, and fills out small wrinkles. Sodium hyaluronate also offers soothing and antioxidant properties.

Sorbitan Sesquioleate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sorbitan SesquioleateA natural liquid ingredient that is yellow to amber in color and completely transparent. It supports oil and water mixtures and disperses minerals into oils.
Squalane
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
SqualaneAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient compound that forms part of the skin’s sebum. The main source of squalane had always been shark liver. Now, however, it is manufactured synthetically or derived from plant oils, such as olive and peanut oil.
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed OilA fatty oil expressed from sunflower seeds and one of the most commonly used oils in skincare. It has great emollient and occlusive moisturizing properties. Sunflower oil is one of the richest sources of vitamin E – an important skin antioxidant.
Tocopherol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tocopherol

Simply another name for vitamin E. Tocopherol is a fantastic ingredient and especially beneficial for dry and inflamed skin. It has occlusive moisturizing, emollient, antioxidant, and photoprotective properties.

Tocopheryl Acetate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tocopheryl Acetate

An antioxidant derivative of tocopherol (vitamin E). It helps to protect cells from free radicals and UV damage through the conversion to active vitamin E in the skin. It is more stable than tocopherol.

Ubiquinone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
UbiquinoneAlso known as Coenzyme Q10, this bright orange antioxidant supports the skin's energy metabolism. It also offers some anti-pigment action. Dietary supplementation of Ubiquinone improves the appearance of wrinkles.
Xanthan Gum
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Xanthan GumA natural multi-functional ingredient that originates from fermented sugars. Xanthan gum acts as a viscosity-building agent to thicken skincare products. It is also an excellent stabilizer and works well to hold other ingredients together.
Zinc Sulfate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Zinc Sulfate