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Water (Aqua)

aka water · aqua · purified water · deionized water

Aqueous vehicle — identical to 'water' in formulation function. INCI listing varies between brands but the ingredient is chemically identical.

Benefits
  • Universal solvent
  • Primary aqueous vehicle
  • Transient surface hydration
  • Required for emulsification
  • Electrolyte and buffer carrier
Example uses
  • Serums
  • Emulsions
  • Toners
  • Gels
  • All aqueous formulations
Formulation notes

See 'water' — functionally identical. INCI name variation only.

Watchouts

Functionally identical to 'water' entry.

Clean beauty perception

Identical to water — universally accepted.