The skin is the body’s largest organ. It is designed to act as a barrier between the inner tissues and the outside environment.
It also helps regulate body temperature.
A good moisturizer should absorb well and leave skin feeling soft. At the same time, it must not compromise or damage the integrity of the skin. In other words, the skin must be gently encouraged to absorb good ingredients while still maintaining a barrier to external toxins.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice: The Aloe Vera Kicker
This juice has the following benefits:
- Excellent moisturizing capability. It helps clean and soften the skin.
- Softness. Aloe also contains vitamins C and E.
- After-sun moisture. It moisturizes skin that feels dry after time in the sun.
- Penetration. Aloe vera absorbs quickly and doesn't feel greasy.
Soluble Collagen
Soluble collagen is a moisturizing ingredient. It helps skin hold moisture so it feels soft and smooth.
Vitamin E
Vitamin E (tocopherol) is a skin-conditioning ingredient that helps keep skin feeling soft.
Niacinamide
Niacinamide (a form of vitamin B3) is a skin-conditioning ingredient. It helps moisturize, leaving dry skin feeling smoother and softer.
Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
Also known as rose hip oil, it has been used in cosmetics since ancient times. It is an emollient oil that leaves skin feeling soft.
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Ginseng root extract is a botanical used in skin care.
Together with certified organic aloe vera, the first ingredient, these make Corium 21 a non-greasy moisturizer for dry skin. See the full Corium 21 ingredient list, or do your own research for more information on this and other beneficial ingredients.