Allantoin
Active
Naturally derived from comfrey root, allantoin calms irritated skin and supports the skin's natural healing process. It helps soften and protect while promoting a smoother, more comfortable feel.
What's Inside Cloud
Every ingredient earns its place. Here's what we use and why it matters for your skin.
These descriptions are for educational purposes and explain our ingredient choices. They are not medical claims or usage instructions. All Cloud Collection products are formulated with proper safety testing and documentation.
A
Aloe Vera 200x Powder
Active
Concentrated aloe extract providing intense hydration and soothing properties. When reconstituted, delivers the cooling, calming benefits of fresh aloe in a stable, potent form.
Aloe Vera Juice
Humectant
Pure aloe juice forms a hydrating base that draws moisture to the skin while delivering soothing, anti-inflammatory benefits. Gentle enough for the most sensitive skin.
Arrowroot Powder
Texture
Natural starch that creates a silky, powdery finish on skin. Absorbs excess moisture and oils without feeling heavy, leaving skin soft and smooth to the touch.
Avocado Oil
Emollient
Rich in vitamins A, D, and E, avocado oil deeply nourishes and moisturizes. Its high oleic acid content helps repair the skin barrier while providing long-lasting hydration.
B
BTMS-50
Emulsifier
A conditioning emulsifier that creates stable, luxurious creams and lotions. Adds slip and improves wet combing while being gentle enough for sensitive skin.
C
Cetearyl Alcohol
Texture
A fatty alcohol (not drying!) that creates rich, creamy textures. Helps stabilize formulations while adding a velvety, luxurious feel to products.
Cetyl Alcohol
Texture
Another skin-friendly fatty alcohol that improves product texture and stability. Adds body and slip without any drying effects.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Surfactant
Mild amphoteric surfactant derived from coconut oil. Creates soft, stable foam and works synergistically with other cleansers to boost gentleness. Also known as Coco Betaine.
Cupuaçu Butter
Emollient
Amazonian butter with superior water absorption capacity—it can hold up to 240% of its weight in water. Creates a protective barrier while delivering intense, lasting hydration.
D
Decyl Glucoside
Surfactant
One of the mildest cleansers available, derived from corn and coconut. Perfect for sensitive skin, creating gentle cleansing action without stripping or irritation.
Disodium EDTA
Preservative
A chelating agent that binds to metal ions in water and oils, preventing them from destabilizing formulations. Also boosts preservative effectiveness by disrupting bacterial cell walls.
Distilled Water
Solvent
Purified water free from minerals and impurities, serving as the pure foundation for water-based formulations.
H
Hemp Seed Oil
Emollient
Lightweight oil with an ideal omega-3 to omega-6 ratio. Absorbs quickly, helps balance oil production, and is non-comedogenic—perfect for all skin types.
Hydrolyzed Oat Protein
Active
Forms a protective film on skin that helps lock in moisture. Rich in amino acids and known for exceptional soothing properties, especially for reactive skin.
J
Jojoba Oil
Emollient
Technically a liquid wax ester that closely mimics skin's natural sebum. Balances oil production, absorbs easily, and won't clog pores.
M
Meadowfoam Oil
Emollient
Ultra-stable oil with over 98% long-chain fatty acids. Creates a silky, non-greasy feel and has exceptional oxidative stability. Absorbs beautifully while providing lasting moisture.
N
Niacinamide
Active
Vitamin B3 that strengthens the skin barrier, evens tone, reduces the appearance of pores, and improves texture. A true multitasking powerhouse ingredient.
O
Optiphen Plus
Preservative
Broad-spectrum preservative system that protects water-containing products from microbial contamination. Paraben-free and formaldehyde-free.
P
Panthenol
Humectant
Pro-vitamin B5 that deeply hydrates, improves skin barrier function, and supports healing. Leaves skin feeling soft, smooth, and plump.
S
Silica Microspheres
Texture
Tiny spherical particles that scatter light to blur imperfections and create a soft-focus effect. Improves slip and absorbs excess oils for a powder-soft finish.
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
Surfactant
Ultra-mild coconut-derived cleanser that creates rich, creamy lather. One of the gentlest surfactants available, perfect for sensitive skin. The primary surfactant in CloudBar™.
Sodium Lactate
Humectant
The sodium salt of lactic acid. Functions as a humectant to draw moisture to skin and helps maintain optimal pH. Also improves skin's natural moisture factor.
Squalane
Emollient
Plant-derived oil that mimics skin's natural squalene. Absorbs instantly with zero greasy feel, provides lasting hydration, and is suitable for all skin types.
Stearic Acid
Texture
A saturated fatty acid that adds firmness and structure to formulations. Essential for creating solid bars that hold their shape during use while maintaining a creamy lather.
T
Tapioca Starch
Texture
Natural starch that creates a silky, powder-soft finish. Absorbs excess moisture and oils while improving product texture and feel.
Tocopherol
Preservative
Natural antioxidant (Vitamin E) that protects oils and butters from oxidation. Provides antioxidant benefits to skin but is not a preservative for water-based products.
V
Vegetable Glycerin
Humectant
Classic humectant that draws moisture from the air into skin. Deeply hydrating, gentle, and suitable for all skin types.
Z
Zinc PCA
Active
Zinc salt of pyrrolidone carboxylic acid that helps balance oil production while also providing hydration. Particularly beneficial for combination or oily skin types.