Glossary

A

Aqua

"There is no life without water.” – Albert Szent-Gyorgyi, M.D. Discoverer of Vitamin C. Distilled water as a cosmetic ingredient is cleaned from any heavy metals, bacteria, calcium, or unwonted minerals. H2O brings liquidy, smoothness, and hydration.

Allantoin

A natural ingredient extracted from comfrey (taken from roots and leaves) is proven safe and effective because it does not contain the potentially irritating alkaloid compounds that occur in the comfrey plant. It has a superpower to balance skin and reduce irritations and sensitivity.

Avena Sativa Kernel Extract

A natural ingredient extracted from oats is well known for its soothing, barrier relief, and anti-itchy properties for irritated, sensitive, or eczema-prone skin. It is packed with antioxidants that help neutralize free radical damage and all oxidation processes on our skin that may cause fast aging.

B

Beta Glucan/ Pectin

An innovative component known as Bergamuls® ET 1. is approved by COSMOS. It is a winner of the 19th European BSB Innovation Award in the “Natural Products/Raw Materials: Recipients, Protection, Skin Soothing” claim category. An absolutely sustainable component made from renewable fruit and cereal fibers, which helps the skin to increase collagen synthesis and strengthen the epidermal function. In addition, beta Glucan and Pectin are excellent anti-inflammatory ingredients for reducing redness, itching, and irritation.

Butyrospermum Parkii Butter

this ingredient is well known as Shea Butter. It helps soften and smooth dry skin, and reduces swelling, which might help to assist with eczema, dermatitis, and psoriasis.

C

Ceramide NP/ Olive Glycerides/ Cholesterol

the innovative combination is known as CeraFluid® which is an extraordinary biodisponible liquid ceramide with the highest compatibility of skin components. It's the cement for a skin barrier that keeps it moisturized and protects it from environmental harm throughout the day.

Cetearyl Alcohol

in simple words, it's good fatty alcohol considered as an effective ingredient for soothing and healing dry skin.

C15-19 Alkanes

This sounds like a naughty ingredient in the list, hah? Yet in our Sane formulations, we use EMOGREEN™ L15 innovative component. fully biodegradable, plant-based, and ECOCERT-approved version of chemical silicons. It gives a smooth, lightweight, non-greasy, and silky feeling to your skin.

D

Decyl Glucoside

a non-ionic surfactant that is plant-derived, biodegradable, and acts as a gentle cleanser used in cosmetics for sensitive skin.

Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate

biodegradable DEHYTON® DC surfactant is well-known for its low irritation, high foamability, and high thickening abilities in mild cleansers.

G

Glyceryl Citrate/ Lactate/ Linoleate / Oleate

a safe, tested, and true natural-driven ingredients combination that helps to get together water and oil. Makes your skin feel nice and soft.

Glyceryl Stearate Citrate

a plant-driven co-emollient that helps your skin retain moisture.

Glycerin

a moisturizing ingredient (a humectant) that draws water into the skin to hydrate and soften it.

I

Inulin/ Fructose

an exceptional prebiotic complex preBIULIN FOS™scientifically tested. In Sane words, it is food for our hardworking microorganisms responsible for a healthy skin biome.

L

L-Arginine

a plant-based amino acid that naturally occurs in our body. It purifies the skin by making it smooth and bright, leaving it glowy and radiant. Also, it is a real fighter as it has antioxidants to protect our skin from free radicals damage.

Lactic Acid

well-known as alpha hydroxy (AHA) acid, responsible for gentle skin exfoliation. In our case, we use this ingredient in the smallest percentage to moisturize and soothe sensitive skin.

N

Niacinamide

also known as vitamin B3, naturally driven by plants. It reduces inflammation, minimizes pore appearance, keeping skin smooth and moisturized.

P

Panthenol

"D-panthenol is known as the vitamin B5. It has a calming and moisturising effect, soothes skin irritations, and supports wound healing. If Panthenol was an astrology sign, it’d be a Libra: easy-going, playing nice with other ingredients, and getting along with just about everyone. "

Propanediol

in our case, we use Zemea® which is a natural, skin-friendly, preservative-boosting alternative to petroleum-based glycols. This component helps to create innovative, high-performing, and environmentally friendly cosmetics formulas.

Propanediol/ Caprylyl glycol/ Phenylpropanol

In Sane words it's preservative. We use biodegradable innovative natural-driven VERCATECH™ ECO ingredient which is safe for our skin biome and environment. It protects the formula from microbes and keeps the shelf life longer.

S

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate

a biodegradable and mild sulfate-free ingredient that provides high and smooth foam in cleansing products.

Sodium Hyaluronate

we use Cristalhyal® high molecular weight hyaluronic acid which is made by using renewable resources and is COSMOS approved. It has a film-forming effect to prevent trans-epidermal water loss and also has huge moisturising power.

X

Xanthan Gum

it's a plant-based polysaccharide acting like a product thickener.