"Wow!! I was skeptical when a friend told me how good it was then the second I rubbed it on my skin understood! You feel the quality, the product isn't perfumed and watery like cheap moisturizers, your skin feels so good with it on. Once you try you can't go back, it's worth it." - Mikayla
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"Wow!! I was skeptical when a friend told me how good it was then the second I rubbed it on my skin understood! You feel the quality, the product isn't perfumed and watery like cheap moisturizers, your skin feels so good with it on. Once you try you can't go back, it's worth it." - Mikayla
Why you’ll love it
Retinol-alternative for sensitive skin
Improves look of fine lines & wrinkles
Helps protect the complexion from environmental stressors
Cosmedix Elite Alt-A Daily Rejuvenating Moisturizer is a gentle daily hydrator powered by plant-based Retinol alternative Bakuchiol.
Ideal for sensitive skin, this moisturiser helps improve the appearance of fine lines and dullness while supporting a smoother, more even complexion.
Bakuchiol delivers similar benefits to Retinol without irritation, making it perfect for those with reactive skin or daytime use. Antioxidants in the formula help shield your skin from daily environmental stress.
Use it as part of your morning or evening routine to restore radiance and support long-term skin health.
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Directions
How To Use Cosmedix Elite Alt-A Daily Rejuvenating Moisturizer
AM - Apply a small amount onto freshly cleansed and toned skin.
PM - Apply a small amount onto freshly cleansed and toned skin.
The water base that carries and dissolves the other ingredients in most products.
May suit
All hair and skin types.
Worth knowing
Almost always the first ingredient listed in water-based products.
Cetearyl AlcoholConditioning agents
Fatty alcohol conditioner
A fatty alcohol that helps soften hair and improve the texture of formulations.
May suit
People looking for smoother, more manageable hair or richer, creamier product textures.
Worth knowing
Despite the name, fatty alcohols are moisturising and conditioning rather than drying. They also help stabilise and thicken many haircare formulas.
Ethylhexyl PalmitateConditioning agents
Emollient and conditioning agent
It is an emollient that helps soften hair and improve slip for easier application and styling.
May suit
Those looking for smoother-feeling hair or products that spread easily without heaviness.
Worth knowing
This ingredient is commonly used to give conditioners and styling products a light, silky texture. It can also help enhance the overall sensory feel of a formula.
Polysorbate 60Thickeners and stabilisers
Emulsifier and solubiliser
Helps blend oil- and water-based ingredients and keep formulas stable.
May suit
Those using creams or conditioners that rely on smooth, even textures.
Worth knowing
It is widely used in haircare to ensure consistent texture and to help disperse ingredients evenly. It also offers mild surfactant properties that support product spreadability.
GlycerinHumectants
Humectant
Attracts and holds water to help hair feel hydrated and soft.
May suit
Dry or dehydrated hair, and many curl and moisture routines.
Worth knowing
A very common, well-tolerated humectant used across countless products.
MaltodextrinHumectants
Humectant and film-former
Helps attract moisture and form a light film that can support hair smoothness and styling.
May suit
People seeking lightweight hydration or improved hold in styling products.
Worth knowing
It is a carbohydrate derived from starch and is commonly used to support texture and moisture balance in formulations.
Coco-GlucosideCleansers / surfactants
Gentle cleanser
A gentle, plant-derived surfactant used in milder cleansing formulas.
May suit
Sensitive scalps and people seeking a gentle, sulphate-free cleanse.
A fermented radish root filtrate used to help keep formulations fresh and stable.
May suit
Those interested in products that use fermentation-derived preservation systems.
Worth knowing
It provides mild antimicrobial activity and is commonly used in modern, gentle preservation blends. Its use does not change how the product performs on the hair.
BakuchiolBotanical extracts
Botanical antioxidant
Bakuchiol is a plant-derived antioxidant often used to support scalp and hair fibre care.
May suit
Those looking for botanical alternatives to retinol-like ingredients or seeking antioxidant support in scalp or hair treatments.
Worth knowing
It is valued for its gentle, plant-based approach to improving the feel and appearance of hair and scalp. Its use in haircare is growing as brands explore antioxidant-rich botanical options.
EctoinHumectants
Hydrating and protective agent
Ectoin helps attract and retain moisture while supporting the scalp and hair’s natural barrier.
May suit
Those seeking hydration, soothing benefits, or support for a sensitive or stressed scalp.
Worth knowing
It is a natural stress-protection molecule that helps maintain moisture balance and resilience. It is commonly used in formulations designed to improve comfort and hydration.
PanthenolConditioning agents
Conditioning agent
Helps condition, soften and add a smooth, healthy feel to the hair.
May suit
Most hair types, especially dry or dull hair.
Worth knowing
A versatile, well-tolerated conditioning ingredient.
TrehaloseHumectants
Moisture-binding humectant
Trehalose helps attract and hold moisture in the hair and scalp.
May suit
Those with dry, brittle or damaged hair seeking lightweight hydration.
Worth knowing
It is a sugar-derived ingredient valued for its ability to support moisture retention without heaviness. Trehalose is also known for helping protect hair from dehydration during styling or environmental stress.
TocopherolPreservatives
Antioxidant
An antioxidant that helps support product stability and can provide conditioning benefits to hair.
May suit
Those wanting added nourishment or antioxidant support in their haircare routine.
Worth knowing
Tocopherol is commonly included to help protect oils in a formula from oxidising and to offer light conditioning benefits. It is widely used in both skincare and haircare products.
IsohexadecaneSolvents
Lightweight emollient solvent
A lightweight, fast-spreading emollient that adds slip and improves product texture.
May suit
Those who prefer non-greasy formulas that detangle and spread easily.
Worth knowing
It helps dissolve other ingredients and gives formulas a smooth, silky feel. It is commonly used in both skincare and haircare for its light, non-oily finish.
C10-18 TriglyceridesOils and butters
Emollient
A lightweight emollient that helps soften and smooth the hair.
May suit
People looking for added softness, slip and conditioning without a heavy feel.
Worth knowing
It is a blend of medium- to long-chain triglycerides that can improve texture and help distribute other ingredients evenly. It is commonly used to enhance the conditioning profile of both rinse-off and leave-in products.
Sodium PolyacrylateThickeners and stabilisers
Thickener and stabiliser
A synthetic polymer used to thicken, stabilise and improve the texture of haircare formulations.
May suit
Those who prefer products with a smoother, more consistent texture or enhanced spreadability.
Worth knowing
It helps formulas stay uniform and can also provide light film-forming benefits that support styling performance.
Potassium SorbatePreservatives
Preservative
Helps keep haircare formulas stable by preventing the growth of microbes.
May suit
Anyone who uses water-based products that benefit from reliable preservation.
Worth knowing
It is commonly used alongside other preservation systems to maintain product freshness and extend shelf life. It is generally well tolerated in rinse-off and leave-in products.
Sodium GluconateChelating agents
Chelating agent
Helps bind metal ions in water and formulas to support stability and performance.
May suit
Those living in hard-water areas or using products designed to maintain formula clarity and effectiveness.
Worth knowing
By binding minerals, it can help reduce the impact of hard water on hair feel and product behaviour. It is commonly used in modern, mild formulations.
Sorbitan IsostearateThickeners and stabilisers
Emulsifier
Helps blend oil- and water-based ingredients to create a smooth, stable formula.
May suit
Those interested in products with a consistent, creamy texture.
Worth knowing
It is commonly used to improve product stability and spreadability in both haircare and skincare. It can also support the even distribution of other ingredients through the hair.
Sodium BenzoatePreservatives
Preservative
Helps protect water-based products from spoilage so they stay usable.
May suit
All products that need a preservative system.
Worth knowing
Often paired with other preservatives for broad protection.
Malic AcidpH adjusters
pH adjuster
Helps adjust and maintain the pH balance of haircare formulas.
May suit
Those interested in products formulated to support cuticle smoothness through balanced pH.
Worth knowing
Malic Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid that can also contribute mild chelating or exfoliating benefits depending on the formula. In haircare it is primarily included at low levels to help stabilise products and support their intended performance.
Citric AcidpH adjusters
pH adjuster
Fine-tunes the product pH, which can help the hair surface feel smooth.
May suit
Most hair types as part of a balanced formula.
Worth knowing
Usually present in small amounts to balance the formula.
Sodium HydroxidepH adjusters
pH adjuster
Helps control and stabilise the pH of haircare formulations.
May suit
Those interested in how product pH affects scalp comfort or hair cuticle behaviour.
Worth knowing
It is used in very small amounts to bring a formula to the desired pH range. Once adjusted, it does not act as a strong alkaline agent in the finished product.
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Mikayla
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Purchased: 50ml
23 Mar 2026
Wow!! I was skeptical when a friend told me how good it was then the second I rubbed it on my skin understood! You feel the quality, the product isn't perfumed and watery like cheap moisturizers, your skin feels so good with it on. Once you try you can't go back, it's worth it.