The Ordinary – Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA.

📌 Ingredient List (INCI) Aqua (Water) → Carrier of the formula, ensures moisture distribution to the skin. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride → Emollient derived from coconut. Smoothes the skin without leaving a greasy feeling. Glycerin → A powerful humectant. Draws water into the skin. Cetearyl Alcohol → Not "bad alcohol" 🙂 It's a fatty alcohol. It softens the skin and strengthens the barrier. Sodium PCA → One of the main components of the skin's natural moisturizing factors (NMF). Provides long-lasting hydration. Sodium Lactate → Moisturizing + mild pH balancer. Makes the skin look plumper. Arginine → Amino acid. Supports skin repair and elasticity. Aspartic Acid → Amino acid. Contributes to moisture balance. Glycine → Amino acid. Soothes the skin. Alanine → Amino acid. Supports the skin barrier. Serine → Moisturizing amino acid. Valine → Amino acid that helps the skin regenerate itself. Proline → Amino acid that supports collagen structure. Threonine → Helps protect skin tissue. Isoleucine → Contributes to strengthening the skin barrier. Histidine → Amino acid that can exhibit antioxidant properties. Phenylalanine → One of the skin's natural building blocks. (All of the amino acids above mimic the skin's natural moisturizing factors.) Hyaluronic Acid → High water retention capacity. Makes skin look plump and hydrated. PCA → Moisture binder. Particularly effective on dry skin. Urea → Both moisturizing and mildly emollient. Smoothes rough texture. Allantoin → Soothing. Helps reduce sensitivity and redness. Saccharide Isomerate → Provides long-lasting hydration, retains water like a "magnetic". Phospholipids → Strengthens the skin barrier. Sphingolipids → Ceramide-like effect. Supports the skin's protective layer. Carbomer → Gel thickening agent. Sodium Hydroxide → pH regulator. Phenoxyethanol & Chlorphenesin → Preservatives (prevent product spoilage). 🌿 Key Features • ❌ Fragrance-free • ❌ Alcohol-free • ❌ Silicone-free • ✅ Suitable for sensitive skin • ✅ Generally does not cause problems for acne-prone skin 👩‍🦰 Who is it suitable for? • Normal, dry, combination and sensitive skin • Those with weakened skin barrier • Those using retinol/acids (for supportive hydration)