Welcome to the Flexitol Skincare Ingredients Glossary – your go-to resource for learning more about the ingredients we use across our skincare range. This page has been designed to help you better understand what’s in our products and how each ingredient contributes to healthy, effective skincare.
Each ingredient listed below includes a short explanation of what it is and how it works. To explore more, simply click on any ingredient name to expand and view its full description. You’ll also see a list of Flexitol products that contain that specific ingredient, making it easy to identify which formulations are right for your skincare needs.
Whether you’re looking for clinically proven ingredients like Urea and Piroctone Olamine, or naturally derived skincare ingredients like Aloe Vera and Tea Tree Oil, this glossary helps you make informed decisions about the products you use on your skin.
We are continually working to grow this list as new ingredients are researched, tested and included in our formulations. For full skincare ingredient listings, please refer to individual product pages. You can also visit our Knowledge Hub, where we regularly publish educational articles that explore ingredients and skincare science in more depth.
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Water-soluble acids that exfoliate the surface of the skin, promoting cell turnover. AHAs help clear blocked pores, which are often a cause of acne, by reducing the way skin cells bond together. AHAs are used in products like Dermal Therapy Acne Spot Cream to treat acne without causing irritation.
Products that have AHA as Glycolic Acid: Heel Balm, Sensitive Skin Wash
Products that have AHA as Citric Acid: Scalp Relief Shampoo & Conditioner, Sensitive Skin Lotion, Sensitive Skin Wash
Products that have AHA as Lactic Acid: Anti-Ageing Hand Balm, Hand Balm
A soothing ingredient that calms irritated skin and promotes healing. It has moisturizing properties, helping the skin retain water and keeping it hydrated, while also forming a protective barrier against irritants.
Products that have Allantoin: Anti-Age Hand Balm, Hand Balm, Heel Balm, Scalp Relief Shampoo & Conditioner, Very Dry Skin Cream
Known for its soothing and healing properties, Aloe Vera calms irritated skin and provides moisture. It is effective for treating dry skin, burns, blisters, and insect bites.
Products that have Aloe Vera as Aloe Vera Gel: Hand Balm, Heel Balm
Products that have Aloe Vera as Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract: Anti-Age Hand Balm
Products that have Aloe Vera as Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice: Eczema & Dermatitis Cream, Happy Little Bodies Eczema Relief Cream
Products that have Aloe Vera as Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder: Face & Eyelid Eczema Cream
Products that have Aloe Vera as Aloe Barbadensis Juice: Very Dry Skin Cream
An amino acid that helps moisturize the skin and supports collagen production, contributing to skin elasticity and overall skin health.
Products that contain Arginine: Anti-Age Hand Balm, Hand Balm, Heel Balm, Very Dry Skin Cream
A natural wax known for its emollient properties, helping to condition and hydrate the skin. Beeswax creates a protective layer, locking in moisture and soothing dry, chapped skin.
Products that have Beeswax:Sensitive Skin Lotion, Heel Magic
Used as a preservative, Benzyl Alcohol helps prevent products from going bad. It also acts as an exfoliant and antioxidant, offering mild preservation while maintaining skin health.
Products that contain Benzyl Alcohol: Anti-Age Hand Balm, Face & Eyelid Eczema Cream, Hand Balm, Heel Balm, Heel Magic, Happy Little Bodies Body Wash & Shampoo, Scalp Relief Serum, Sensitive Skin Wash, Sensitive Skin Lotion, Very Dry Skin Cream
A rich, nourishing ingredient that moisturizes and protects the skin, improving elasticity and reducing dryness. Shea Butter is effective in soothing dry, cracked lips and skin, and contains Vitamins A & E to support skin health.
Products that have Shea Butter as Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter): Hand Balm, Heel Balm
Products that have Shea Butter as Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter: Anti-Age Hand Balm, Face & Eyelid Eczema Cream, Heel Magic, Very Dry Skin Cream
A herbal extract that helps wounds heal faster by promoting blood flow and tissue regeneration. It is also used for improving skin hydration, reducing inflammation, and treating minor skin irritations.
Products that have Calendula (Officinalis) Tincture as Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract: Eczema & Dermatitis Cream, Happy Little Bodies Eczema Relief Cream
Used for its antibacterial, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory properties, Camphor can help treat skin conditions and relieve pain. It is often used in products targeting cold sores and skin irritation.
Products that have Camphor: Lip Balm Original
A plant extract with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and soothing properties, commonly used to treat acne-prone skin and reduce irritation caused by chemicals or UV exposure.
Products that contain Canadian Willowherb as Canadian Willowherb Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract: Scalp Relief Serum
A fatty alcohol used as an emollient, thickener, and stabilizer in skincare products. It provides a smooth, soft feel to the skin and helps retain moisture.
Product that contain Cetearyl Alcohol: Anti-Age Hand Balm, Eczema & Dermatitis Cream, Hand Balm, Heel Balm, Happy Little Bodies Eczema Relief Cream, Sensitive Skin Lotion, Very Dry Skin Cream
A natural acid that helps adjust the pH of products, providing mild exfoliation.
Products that have Citric Acid: Happy Little Bodies Body Wash & Shampoo, Scalp Relief Shampoo & Conditioner, Sensitive Skin Lotion, Sensitive Skin Wash
A natural essential oil with antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, Clove Oil helps soothe irritation, relieve itching, and promote healing of the skin and relieves soreness.
Products that have Clove Leaf Oil: Lip Balm Original
A mild surfactant derived from coconut oil that cleanses the skin without causing irritation. It is suitable for sensitive skin and is often used in gentle formulations to cleanse and hydrate the skin.
Products that have Cocamidopropyl Betaine: Happy Little Bodies Body Wash & Shampoo, Scalp Relief Shampoo & Conditioner, Sensitive Skin Wash
A rich emollient that hydrates and softens the lips, helping to protect them from becoming dry or chapped.
Products that have Cocoa Butter (Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter): Lip Balm Original
Known for its moisturising properties, coconut oil helps to hydrate and nourish dry, cracked skin. It acts as an emollient with a small molecular structure that is easily absorbed into the skin, leaving it smooth and soft. It is an effective base oil for alleviating dry, rough, and wrinkled skin.
Products that contain Coconut Oil as as Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil: Heel Magic
A finely ground oatmeal used in skincare for its soothing, moisturizing, and anti-inflammatory properties. It calms irritated and itchy skin, hydrates by locking in moisture, and forms a protective barrier, making it ideal for conditions like eczema and sensitive skin. The avenanthramides in oats are responsible for their anti-inflammatory and antipruritic (anti-itch) properties.
Products that have Colloidal Oatmeal: Eczema & Dermatitis Cream, Face & Eyelid Eczema Cream, Happy Little Bodies Eczema Relief Cream, Happy Little Bodies Body Wash & Shampoo, Scalp Relief Serum
Products that have Colloidal Oatmeal as Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Flour: Scalp Relief Shampoo & Conditioner
A silicone-based ingredient that forms a protective barrier on the skin, preventing moisture loss and protecting against irritants.
Products that have Dimethicone: Anti-Ageing Hand Balm, Eczema & Dermatitis Cream, Hand Balm, Happy Little Bodies Eczema Relief Cream, Very Dry Skin Cream
A compound derived from clove oil, used for its antiseptic properties and warm, spicy scent.
Products that have Eugenol: Lip Balm Original
A natural humectant that draws moisture from the environment into the skin, helping to keep it hydrated and smooth. It is commonly used in moisturizers and is essential for maintaining the skin’s moisture balance.
Products that have Glycerin: Anti-Age Hand Balm, Anti-Friction Cream, Eczema & Dermatitis Cream, Face & Eyelid Eczema Cream, Happy Little Bodies Eczema Relief Cream, Happy Little Bodies Body Wash & Shampoo, Hand Balm, Scalp Relief Serum, Sensitive Skin Lotion, Sensitive Skin Wash, Very Dry Skin Cream
An alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) that gently exfoliates the skin by dissolving the bonds between dead skin cells. This helps improve skin texture and unclogs pores, while also providing moisture to the skin.
Products that contain Glycolic Acid: Heel Balm, Sensitive Skin Wash
A natural oil that moisturizes the scalp and hair, providing hydration without leaving a greasy residue. Its composition closely resembles the skin’s natural sebum, making it ideal for maintaining healthy scalp and hair.
Products that contain Jojoba Ester/ Oil as Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil: Sensitive Skin Lotion
An alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) that exfoliates the scalp, removing dead skin cells for a smoother texture and preventing reinfection by maintaining an acidic environment.
Products that contain Lactic Acid: Anti-Age Hand Balm, Hand Balm
A natural emollient derived from sheep’s wool, lanolin deeply moisturizes and softens the skin. It is highly effective in restoring hydration and preventing skin from drying or cracking, making it perfect for treating dry, chapped skin.
Products that have Lanolin: Anti-Age Hand Balm, Anti-Friction Cream, Hand Balm, Heel Balm, Lip Balm Original, Very Dry Skin Cream
Products that have Lanolin as Lanolin Oil: Heel Magic
A natural emulsifier that helps blend ingredients and improve skin moisture retention.
Products that have Lecithin: Lip Balm Original
An emollient rich in fatty acids and antioxidants, providing hydration and repair, especially beneficial for dry skin.
Products that contain Olive Oil as lea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil: Heel Magic
A hydrating and soothing agent that improves moisture retention, repairs skin barrier function and reduces itching.
Products that have Vitamin B5: Anti-Age Hand Balm, Anti-Friction Cream, Hand Balm, Heel Balm, Very Dry Skin Cream
Is an occlusive agent that forms a moisture-locking barrier on the skin’s surface to prevent dehydration.
Products that contain Petrolatum: Heel Magic, Lip Balm Original
Also known as Octopirox is an antifungal agent commonly used in shampoos and hair care products to treat dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis. It works by inhibiting the growth of fungi, particularly Malassezia, which is a primary cause of dandruff.
Products that contain Piroctone Olamine: Scalp Relief Shampoo & Conditioner
Extracted from the Clary Sage plant, this ingredient has soothing, anti-inflammatory, and moisturizing properties, perfect for maintaining skin hydration and comfort.
Products that contain Salvia Sclarea as Salvia Sclarea (Clary) Extract: Sensitive Skin Wash, Sensitive Skin Lotion
An essential oil with antibacterial, antifungal, and antimicrobial properties, useful for treating skin infections and soothing inflammation.
Products that contain As Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Oil: Heel Balm
A stable form of Vitamin E, an antioxidant that helps to protect the skin from free radicals, improving skin hydration and softness.
Products that have Vitamin E as Tocopheryl Acetate: Anti-Age Hand Balm, Hand Balm, Heel Balm, Heel Magic
Products that have Vitamin E as Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E): Very Dry Skin Cream
Urea is a hydrator and gentle exfoliant in skincare, known for drawing moisture into the skin and gently exfoliating dead skin cells. This dual action strengthens the skin barrier, leaving it soft and smooth. It’s especially effective in maintaining hydration and preventing trans epidermal water loss (TEWL), ensuring the skin stays moisturized and resilient.
Products that have Urea: Anti-Age Hand Balm, Hand Balm, Heel Balm, Heel Magic, Lip Balm Original, Scalp Relief Shampoo & Conditioner, Very Dry Skin Cream
