Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract

What it is: Plant Extract

Derived from the Marigold flower, it has been used for centuries for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties

Camellia Sinensus Leaf Extract

What it is: Plant Extract Green tea and white tea are derived from the same plant – Camellia Sinensus, it is used for its great antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties

Cannabis Sativa (Hemp) Seed Oil

What it is: Plant Extract

Green tea and white tea are derived from the same plant – Camellia Sinensus, it is used for its great antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties

Cannabis Sativa (Hemp) Seed Oil

What it is: Emollient An oil rich in omega fatty acids to help replenish the skin and strengthen against moisture loss. It also contains phospholipids, plant sterols, amino acids, and is a great source for vitamin E

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

What it is: Emollient

A lightweight emollient derived from coconut oil and glycerin. Contains a mixture of fatty acids that can help to replenish the skin and strengthen against moisture loss

Carbomer

What it is: Texture Enhancer

A large molecule used to create a gel consistency in formulations

Cellulose Gum

What it is: Texture Enhancer

Derived from plants, it is used to thicken formulations or as a film-former

Cetearyl Alcohol

What it is: Texture Enhancer

A fatty alcohol (unrelated to the irritating alcohol) used to increase viscosity and stabilize emulsions

Cetearyl Glucoside

What it is: Emulsifier

A mixture of cetearyl alcohol and glucose that functions as an emulsifier to blend water and oil

Cetearyl Olivate

What it is: Emulsifier

A mixture of cetearyl alcohol and fatty acids of olive oil that functions as an emulsifier to blend water and oil

Citric Acid

What it is: pH Adjuster

Derived from citrus fruits and used to lower the pH of formulas to improve their performance

Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract

What it is: Plant Extract

A mild AHA exfoliant with antioxidant and conditioning properties

Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract

What it is: Plant Extract

A mild AHA exfoliant with antioxidant and conditioning properties

Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine

What it is: Cleansing Agent

A gentle surfactant that is typically used as a secondary cleansing agent and lather booster

Coco-Caprylate

What it is: Emollient

A lightweight emollient that smooths and softens skin, can be plant-derived or synthetic

Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract

What it is: Plant Extract An anti-inflammatory ingredient containing vitamin C, antioxidants and fatty acids