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Cleanser / Surfactant

Potassium Cetyl Phosphate

Often labeled as: Emulsifier

The gentle, water-resistant emulsifier.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

A highly effective anionic emulsifier. It is unique because it helps create formulas (especially sunscreens) that are highly water-resistant but still feel light and elegant.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Stabilizes heavy sunscreens and provides a comfortable, non-greasy feel.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

The secret to high-SPF sunscreens that don't slide off your face when you sweat.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It is a harsh stripping surfactant.

The Science

While technically a surfactant, it is used almost exclusively as a leave-on emulsifier.

๐Ÿงด Formulations featuring Potassium Cetyl Phosphate

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Prebiotic Hydra Plus SPF25 Moisturiser
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Prebiotic Hydra Plus SPF25 Moisturiser
Moisturizer

A highly functional hybrid daytime moisturizer. It blends a robust Prebiotic/Postbiotic complex (Alpha-Glucan, Lactobacillus) to feed the cutaneous microbiome with stable chemical UV filters (Octocrylene, Tinosorb M, Uvinul T 150) to provide a solid baseline of SPF 25 protection. By utilizing lightweight silicones (Cyclopentasiloxane), it achieves a smooth, non-greasy finish that is vastly superior to traditional heavy drugstore sunscreens, making it an excellent all-in-one morning step for low-exposure days.

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Tea Tree Oil Face & Body Day Lotion SPF25
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Tea Tree Oil Face & Body Day Lotion SPF25
Moisturizer

A highly functional, massive-volume hybrid sunscreen and body lotion. It blends stable chemical UV filters (Octocrylene, Tinosorb M, Uvinul T 150) to provide a solid baseline of SPF 25 protection for low-exposure commutes. By utilizing lightweight silicones (Cyclopentasiloxane) and Tea Tree oil, it ensures that applying sunscreen to acne-prone skin on the chest or back does not result in massive, suffocating body breakouts.

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BHA PHA Brightening & Pore Refining Clay Mask
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BHA PHA Brightening & Pore Refining Clay Mask
Treatment

A deeply purifying kaolin clay mask designed for severe congestion. It operates by utilizing physical clay absorption to draw out excess sebum while delivering BHA and PHA directly into the pore structure. This dual-action approach dissolves hardened blackheads completely. Because it contains Kaolin, it will dry down and tighten on the face, requiring a thorough wash after 10 minutes.

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Niacinamide Bright Instant Glow SPF50+ PA++++ Moisturiser
Aiken
Niacinamide Bright Instant Glow SPF50+ PA++++ Moisturiser
Sunscreen

An elegant hybrid sunscreen and moisturizer. It provides maximum daily UV protection alongside a clinical dose of Niacinamide. The formula is crafted to leave an immediate, subtle glow on the skin, instantly neutralizing dullness. It avoids heavy greasiness by utilizing volatile silicones that set into a beautiful, breathable daytime shield.