| Medium-chain Triglycerides | Solvent/Vehicle | ⚠️ Yes — Coconut | Fatty acid esters derived from coconut or palm kernel oil. Used as a solvent and vehicle in oral and topical formulations. May be relevant for individuals with coconut sensitivity. |
| Propylene Glycol | Solvent/Humectant | ⚠️ Yes — Propylene Glycol | An organic compound used as a solvent and humectant. Can cause contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals. |
| Yellow Wax | Stiffening Agent | ⚠️ Yes — Insect | Unbleached beeswax. Used to thicken and stabilize ointments and creams. Animal-derived (from bees) — relevant for vegan patients. |
| .alpha.-tocopherol Acetate | Antioxidant | No | Vitamin E acetate. Used as an antioxidant to protect active ingredients from degradation during storage. |
| Cyclomethicone 5 | Emollient/Carrier | No | A volatile silicone that evaporates quickly, leaving a smooth feel. Used as a carrier and emollient in topical products. |
| Dimethicone 20 | Skin Protectant | No | A silicone-based polymer used as a skin protectant, emollient, and anti-foaming agent in topical formulations. |
| Dimethiconol/trimethylsiloxysilicate Crosspolymer (40/60 W/w; 1000000 Pa.s)? | Skin Conditioner | No | A silicone elastomer blend used in topical formulations to provide a smooth, silky feel and improve product spreadability. |
| Edetate Disodium | Chelating Agent | No | Also known as EDTA. Binds metal ions to prevent degradation of active ingredients and preserve product stability. |
| Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate? | Emollient | No | A synthetic ester used as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent in topical formulations. |
| Glyceryl Isostearate? | Emulsifier | No | A glycerin ester used as an emulsifier and skin-conditioning agent in topical formulations. |
| Hamamelis Virginiana Top Water | Skin Conditioner | No | Witch hazel distillate, a plant-derived astringent used in topical formulations to soothe and tone the skin. |
| Menthol | Flavoring/Counterirritant | No | A compound derived from peppermint oil that produces a cooling sensation. Used as a flavoring agent and topical counterirritant. |
| Phenoxyethanol | Preservative | No | A synthetic preservative used to prevent microbial growth in topical and some oral formulations. Can cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals. |
| Sodium Chloride | Tonicity Agent | No | Common table salt. Used to adjust the osmotic pressure of injectable and ophthalmic solutions to match body fluids. |
| Sodium Hydroxide | pH Adjuster | No | A strong alkali used to adjust the pH of pharmaceutical solutions. Present only in trace amounts in the final product. |
| Xanthan Gum | Thickener/Stabilizer | No | A polysaccharide produced by bacterial fermentation, used to thicken and stabilize liquid and semi-solid formulations. Derived from corn sugar fermentation — may be relevant for corn-sensitive individuals. |