Active Ingredients:
- Phytosteryl Canola Glycerides: These are derived from canola oil and may have skin-conditioning properties.
Other Ingredients:
- Aqua (Water): The base ingredient in the product.
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Isodecyl Neopentanoate, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil: These are emollients and skin-conditioning agents that help hydrate and soften the skin.
- Glycerin: A humectant that attracts and retains moisture in the skin.
- Propanediol: A skin-conditioning agent and solvent.
- Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate: These are emulsifiers that help mix oil and water-based ingredients in the formulation.
- Disteardimonium Hectorite: A suspending agent that helps prevent settling of particles in the product.
- Glycosphingolipids, Glycolipids: Lipids that can help improve skin barrier function.
- Linoleic Acid, Oleic Acid, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid: Fatty acids that can have skin-conditioning properties.
- Amino Acids (Arginine, Glycine, Alanine, Serine, Proline, Threonine, Glutamic Acid, Lysine HCl, Betaine): These amino acids may have various skin benefits, including hydration and skin conditioning.
- Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Xylitol, Glucose, Maltose, Fructose, Trehalose: These are sugars and sugar derivatives that may have hydrating properties.
- Sodium PCA, PCA, Sodium Lactate, Urea: Humectants that help attract and retain moisture in the skin.
- Allantoin: Known for its soothing and skin-conditioning properties.
- Sodium Hyaluronate: A form of hyaluronic acid that hydrates and plumps the skin.
- Lecithin, Triolein: Emollients and skin-conditioning agents.
- Dimethyl Isosorbide: A solvent and skin-conditioning agent.
- Pentylene Glycol: A synthetic compound used as a preservative and skin-conditioning agent.
- Tocopherol: Vitamin E with antioxidant properties.
- Hydroxymethoxyphenyl Decanone: A skin-conditioning agent.
- Citric Acid: Used for pH adjustment.
- Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate: A chelating agent that helps improve the stability of the formula.
- Magnesium Sulfate, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Hydroxide: Used for various purposes, including adjusting the product’s texture, pH, and consistency.
- Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin: Preservatives to maintain product integrity and safety.
The ingredients in The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + PhytoCeramides are generally considered safe for topical use during pregnancy. However, individual skin sensitivities can vary, so it’s a good idea to do a patch test or consult with a healthcare provider or dermatologist if you have specific concerns or known allergies to any ingredients.