Balancium Comfort Cool Ceramide Soothing Gel Cream

Ingredients

In label order. Tap one to learn what it does.

1. 1Water

   The base of most formulas. Dissolves everything else.

2. 2Butylene Glycol

   Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

3. 3Glycerin

   A skincare MVP. Draws water into skin and supports the barrier.

4. 4Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed OilFungal acne trigger

   A nourishing plant oil that softens and protects skin.

5. 5Squalane

   Lightweight, skin-identical oil that softens without feeling greasy.

6. 6Pca DimethiconeSilicone

   Gives a smooth, silky slip and helps lock in moisture.

7. 7Phenyl TrimethiconeSilicone

   Gives a smooth, silky slip and helps lock in moisture.

8. 8Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate

   Helps oil and water mix into a smooth emulsion.

9. 9Polyglycerin-3
10. 10Dipropylene Glycol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

11. 11Ceramide NP

    Lipids your barrier is literally made of. Refill them and skin holds water better.

12. 12Betaine

    Gentle hydrator from sugar beets that helps calm irritation.

13. 13Hydrogenated Lecithin

    Skin-softening phospholipid that helps deliver ingredients.

14. 14Hydroxyacetophenone
15. 15Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer

    Gives the product its texture.

16. 16Sodium Polyacrylate

    Gives the product its texture.

17. 17Xylitol

    Water-binding sugars that keep skin hydrated.

18. 18Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

    Gives the product its texture.

19. 19Caprylyl Glycol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

20. 20Glyceryl StearateFungal acne trigger

    Fatty acid or ester that softens skin. Can feed fungal acne.

21. 21Polyisobutene
22. 22Polyquaternium-51
23. 23Ethylhexylglycerin

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

24. 24Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

    Light emollient from coconut. Generally fungal-acne friendly.

25. 25Disodium EDTA

    Grabs metal ions so the formula stays stable.

26. 261,2-Hexanediol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

27. 27Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
28. 28Sorbitan OleateFungal acne trigger

    Fatty acid or ester that softens skin. Can feed fungal acne.

29. 29Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Leaf ExtractPotential irritant

    Gives a cooling tingle. That tingle is irritation.

30. 30Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract

    A botanical extract. Usually present in small amounts for antioxidant or soothing benefits.

31. 31Menthyl LactatePotential irritant

    Gives a cooling tingle. That tingle is irritation.

32. 32Ethyl Menthane Carboxamide
33. 33Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide
34. 34Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment FiltrateFungal acne trigger

    Fermented ingredient. Can be brightening, but often flagged for fungal acne.

35. 35Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract

    Cica. Famous for calming redness and helping skin repair.

36. 36Anthemis Nobilis Flower Water

    A botanical extract. Usually present in small amounts for antioxidant or soothing benefits.

37. 37Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract

    Calms redness and gently brightens uneven tone.

38. 38Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice

    Cooling, hydrating and calming.

39. 39Chamaecyparis Obtusa Water

    A botanical extract. Usually present in small amounts for antioxidant or soothing benefits.

40. 40Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit OilFungal acne trigger

    A nourishing plant oil that softens and protects skin.

41. 41Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate

    Calms redness and gently brightens uneven tone.

42. 42Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf OilEssential oilPotential irritant

    Antibacterial essential oil that can help spots but irritate sensitive skin.

43. 43Aniba Rosaeodora (Rosewood) Wood OilEssential oilFragrance allergen

    Concentrated plant scent. Smells lovely, but a common trigger for sensitive skin.

44. 44Tocopherol

    Antioxidant that protects skin and the formula.

45. 45Cetearyl Alcohol

    A waxy, moisturizing "good alcohol". Not drying at all.

46. 46Stearic AcidFungal acne trigger

    Fatty acid or ester that softens skin. Can feed fungal acne.

47. 47Sodium Hyaluronate

    Holds many times its weight in water for plump, bouncy hydration.

48. 48Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid

    Holds many times its weight in water for plump, bouncy hydration.

49. 49Allantoin

    Soothes, softens and supports healing.

50. 50Panthenol

    Pro-vitamin B5. Hydrates, soothes and helps skin repair.

51. 51Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4

    Messenger molecules that support firmness and smoother-looking skin.

52. 52Phytosphingosine

    Ceramide building block with calming properties.

53. 53Cholesterol

    A barrier lipid that works with ceramides and fatty acids.

54. 54Ceramide NG

    Lipids your barrier is literally made of. Refill them and skin holds water better.

55. 55Ceramide NS

    Lipids your barrier is literally made of. Refill them and skin holds water better.

56. 56Ceramide AP

    Lipids your barrier is literally made of. Refill them and skin holds water better.

57. 57Ceramide AS

    Lipids your barrier is literally made of. Refill them and skin holds water better.

58. 58Ceramide EOP

    Lipids your barrier is literally made of. Refill them and skin holds water better.