Micro Defense Microbiome Sheet Mask Set 5 masks

All hair and skin types.

Almost always the first ingredient listed in water-based products.

Those wanting lightweight hydration without heaviness.

It is often used as a gentle alternative to glycol-based humectants and can also help improve product texture and absorption.

Those seeking lightweight hydration without heaviness.

It also supports product texture and can enhance the performance of other ingredients in a formula.

Those who prefer silicone‑free or lightweight formulations that still feel smooth and conditioned.

It is often used in gentle, skin‑ and scalp‑friendly formulas because it helps maintain product stability without adding heaviness. Its structure also provides a light conditioning effect in some haircare products.

Those with oilier scalps or people using clarifying or detox-style products.

It can give products a smooth, creamy texture and help them stay stable. In some styling products, it also adds a light, matte finish.

Those wanting conditioning benefits that do not weigh hair down, including fine or easily-greasy hair types.

It is commonly derived from coconut oil and glycerin and is valued for its silky, non-greasy feel. It is widely used in both skincare and haircare for its gentle, versatile performance.

Dry, coarse or thick hair that likes richer oils.

Suits some hair types more than others, and a little usually goes a long way.

Dry or dehydrated hair, and many curl and moisture routines.

A very common, well-tolerated humectant used across countless products.

People who enjoy a scented product.

Fragrance preference is personal. Some people prefer fragrance-free formulas by choice.

People looking for natural oils to support smoothness, shine, or manageability.

It is rich in omega fatty acids, which can help enhance softness without feeling overly heavy. It is commonly used across both skin and hair formulations.

Those seeking added softness, shine, or help with dry or coarse hair.

It is commonly used in haircare for its smooth, silky feel and its ability to support moisture retention. It is generally well tolerated by most hair types.

People looking to maintain a comfortable, balanced scalp or support scalp-care routines.

It is often used to help maintain the natural balance of the scalp’s microbiome. This can complement both everyday haircare and targeted scalp treatments.

People who prefer products with a richer or more gel-like texture.

It is a polysaccharide widely used in cosmetics to keep formulas uniform and easy to apply. It works well alongside many other common ingredients.

Those wanting added nourishment or antioxidant support in their haircare routine.

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.

Most hair types as part of a balanced formula.

Usually present in small amounts to balance the formula.

Those with dry, dehydrated or coarse hair seeking added softness and moisture retention.

It is the salt form of hyaluronic acid and is widely used because it can hold many times its weight in water. In haircare, it helps support smoother, more manageable strands without adding heaviness.

Those seeking lightweight natural oils for moisture, shine or scalp comfort.

It is rich in fatty acids that support hair softness without feeling overly heavy. Often used as a carrier oil in both rinse-off and leave-in formulas.

Those interested in how product pH affects scalp comfort or hair cuticle behaviour.

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.

A fragrance component that must be listed separately on labels because a minority of people can be sensitive to it. Its presence is normal, required disclosure and is not a quality signal.

A fragrance component that must be listed separately on labels because a minority of people can be sensitive to it. Its presence is normal, required disclosure and is not a quality signal.

A fragrance component that must be listed separately on labels because a minority of people can be sensitive to it. Its presence is normal, required disclosure and is not a quality signal.