ULTRA VEIL® BB Cream

Titanium dioxide is an FDA approved physical sunscreen ingredient. It remains on the skin surface, scatters UV light, and is often used in conjunction with other sunscreen chemicals to boost SPF values, thus enhancing overall product attractiveness. The finer the particle size of titanium dioxide, the less obtrusive and whitish the product will appear. Many authorities believe that titanium dioxide is an ideal UVA/UVB protection component given its chemical, cosmetic, and physical characteristics. Titanium dioxide also serves as a white pigment and opacifier in skin care products and cosmetics.

Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate—also known as octinoxate and octyl methoxycinnamate—is the most popular sunscreen chemical worldwide. Concentrations of 2.0 to 7.5% are FDA approved for sunscreen. This ingredient's excellent UV absorption capability, good safety profile, broad solubility in oils, insolubility in water, and rare photo-allergy make it an almost perfect sunscreen chemical. It is derived from Peruvian balsam, cocoa leaves, cinnamon leaves, and storax and is noncomedogenic.

Zinc Oxide is a gentle mineral sunscreen agent that provides broad-spectrum protection and helps soothe the skin.

Water is a fundamental ingredient for skin care products and life itself. Amarte products contain spring water sourced from a Korean nature preserve.

Glycerin is a powerful humectant that attracts and locks in moisture, helping to keep skin soft, smooth, and hydrated. It supports a healthy barrier and enhances the texture and absorption of skincare formulas.

Cyclopentasiloxane is a lightweight, silky silicone that enhances product spreadability and gives skin a soft, smooth feel. It helps lock in moisture without clogging pores and leaves behind a breathable, non-greasy finish—ideal for a luxurious, seamless application.

Cyclohexasiloxane is a conditioning silicone that provides a soft, smooth feel and helps deliver even application.

Cetyl ethylhexanoate is an ester of cetyl alcohol and 2-ethylhexanoic acid and serves as an emollient, skin conditioning, and thickening agent.

Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 dimethicone is a skin conditioner and emulsifier comprised of an alkyl silicone polyether specifically engineered to provide the low hydrophilic-lipophilic balance (HLB) necessary to produce water-in-oil emulsions.

Sorbitan sesquioleate is a widely used emulsifying agent and surfactant synthesized from oleic acid and sorbitol.

Aluminum hydroxide is an opacifying and skin-protecting agent often used to stabilize sunscreen actives like titanium dioxide. It improves formula consistency and provides a smooth application without irritation.

Stearic acid is a fatty acid that functions as an emulsifier and thickener, providing a smooth, creamy texture.

Iron oxides are inorganic compounds derived from iron that are used as coloring agents in skin care and cosmetics. Recognized as safe by the FDA.

Beeswax is a natural thickener and emollient that helps lock in moisture and protect the skin barrier.

Magnesium Sulfate, otherwise known as Epsom salt, helps stabilize formulations and may provide soothing benefits to the skin.

Sodium Hyaluronate is a form of hyaluronic acid that attracts and binds moisture, keeping skin plump, hydrated, and smooth.

Aloe vera is a popular botanical recognized for more than 3000 years as offering medicinal benefits, including antibiotic, anti-inflammatory, and wound-healing properties. It moisturizes, soothes, and calms and is excellent for dry and sensitive skin.

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter , commonly known as shea butter, edible African shea tree extract is comprised of a mixture of fatty acids and has conditioning and natural moisturizing properties. It also contains phenolic compounds with antioxidant properties.

Ginkgo biloba nut extract is found exclusively in Amarte Skin Care products. Ginkgo fruit has a unique odor and is resistant to smoke, disease, and insects. Derived from the fruit of the Ginkgo nut utilizing Amarte's patented machinery and methods, this extract is derived from the portion of the Ginkgo tree believed to be richest in active ingredients. Ginkgo biloba nut extract has antioxidant and possible anti-inflammatory properties. It appears to aid fibroblast production of collagen and elastin and exerts protective effects on vascular walls. Its beneficial properties are attributed to various flavonoids, including quercetin, kaemphferol, and ginkgetin. Its key constituents also include ginkgolide and bilobalide, catechin, tannin, and luteolin.

Argan oil is an emollient and skin conditioner derived from the nut of the argan tree. It is rich in tocopherol (vitamin E), phenolic acid, carotenes, and essential fatty acids and is considered beneficial in managing dry skin and irritation.

Macadamia integrifolia seed oil is a gentle, occlusive skin-conditioning and moisturizing agent with excellent spreadability, lubrication, and penetration properties; high in palmitoleic acid—ideal for mature and/or dry skin.

Portulaca Oleracea Extract is credited with antimicrobial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, and analgesic properties; rich in omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins, and antioxidants.

Hydrolyzed Collagen improves hydration and elasticity, leaving skin feeling soft, firm, and supple.

Caviar extract is prepared from sturgeon roe and used in products for oily and mature dehydrated skins requiring revitalization. It is rich in unsaturated fatty acids and boasts a high content of multiple vitamins, including A, B1, B2, B6, D, and E. Caviar extract also contains minerals such as cobalt, copper, iodine, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, silicium, and zinc, as well as multiple essential and sulfured amino acids, including glutamic acid, glycine, methionine, lysine, arginine, histidine, and aspartic acid.

Allantoin is a botanical extract said to be healing, calming, and soothing. An excellent temporary anti-irritant, allantoin helps protect skin from external factors such as wind burn and may aid in healing damaged skin by stimulating new tissue growth. It is appropriate for sensitive, irritated, and acne-prone skin and is non-sensitizing. It may be synthesized or derived from the comfrey root.

Butylene Glycol is a solvent with good antimicrobial action that promotes synergistic preservative function; also serves as a humectant, viscosity controller, and aroma refiner.

Caprylyl Glycol is a moisturizing agent with mild antimicrobial properties that supports preservation systems.

1,2-Hexanediol is a skin-conditioning agent and gentle preservative booster that enhances product longevity.

Magnesium Aluminum Silicate is a naturally occurring mineral used as a thickener and stabilizer in cosmetic formulations.

Ozokerite is a natural wax that adds structure, consistency, and stability to formulations.

Triethoxycaprylylsilane is a coupling agent that enhances pigment dispersion and product spreadability.

Phenoxyethanol is a viscous liquid preservative with a faint rose-like scent. Extensively studied and confirmed as safe for cosmetic use; prevents or suppresses microbial growth to protect products from spoilage.

Elemental sulfur is a periodic table element that is an essential part of all living organisms. A broad spectrum antimicrobial with unique anti-inflammatory and exfoliative properties, purified elemental sulfur is very effective in the treatment of acne, rosacea, and seborrheic dermatitis. A multi-tasker, this element is also a skin brightener that helps decrease sebum production. Amarte uses two nanometer diameter pure sulfur particles to create revolutionary efficacy and cosmetic elegance.

Benzyl Salicylate is a fragrance component with a light floral aroma; also acts as a UV absorber and fixative in perfumes.

Limonene is a citrus-derived fragrance ingredient that gives skincare products a fresh, uplifting scent, enhancing the overall sensory experience with each use.

Linalool is a naturally derived fragrance ingredient that enhances the scent of skincare products, contributing to a more pleasant, relaxing sensory experience during use.

Citral is a fragrance compound with a bright, lemon-like aroma found in citrus oils. It enhances the scent profile of skincare products and provides a fresh, clean finish.

A blend of aromatic compounds used to create a pleasant sensory experience. Amarté products incorporate multiple botanical extracts for fragrance to simultaneously achieve therapeutic benefits while respecting consumers' natural preferences and desire to avoid increased skin sensitivity.