What Goes Into Every Formula
At Pretty Woman Cosmetics, we believe beautiful skin starts with the right ingredients. Every product in our line is formulated with a carefully selected blend of active, skin-loving ingredients that nourish, protect, and enhance your natural beauty. Here's a closer look at the key ingredients you'll find in our formulas.
Core Skincare Ingredients
Hyaluronic Acid
Found in: Facial Serum, Radiance Moisturizer
One of nature's most powerful humectants, Hyaluronic Acid draws moisture from the environment into the skin and holds up to 1,000 times its weight in water. The result is plumper, more supple skin with visibly reduced fine lines. Suitable for all skin types, including oily and acne-prone skin.
Peptide Complex
Found in: Facial Serum, Radiance Moisturizer
Peptides are short chains of amino acids that act as building blocks for key proteins in the skin, including collagen and elastin. Our Peptide Complex supports skin structure and firmness, helping to smooth the appearance of fine lines and improve overall skin tone over time.
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Found in: Facial Serum, Glow Facial Cleanser
A potent antioxidant, Vitamin C brightens the complexion, fades the appearance of dark spots and hyperpigmentation, and protects the skin from free radical damage caused by UV exposure and pollution. Regular use delivers a more even, luminous skin tone.
Niacinamide (Vitamin B3)
Found in: Facial Toner, Radiance Moisturizer
Niacinamide is a multi-tasking powerhouse that minimizes the appearance of pores, reduces redness and blotchiness, regulates oil production, and strengthens the skin's barrier function. It works well with virtually every other active ingredient and is ideal for sensitive and acne-prone skin types.
Aloe Vera
Found in: Facial Toner, Bloom Facial Cleanser, Makeup Remover
Revered for centuries for its soothing and healing properties, Aloe Vera is rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. It calms redness and irritation, provides lightweight hydration, and helps repair the skin's natural moisture barrier — making it ideal for sensitive, reactive, or post-sun skin.
Chamomile Extract
Found in: Bloom Facial Cleanser, Makeup Remover
Chamomile is a natural anti-inflammatory ingredient prized for its ability to soothe irritated skin, reduce redness, and calm breakouts. Its gentle nature makes it perfect for sensitive skin and for use in everyday cleansing products that come into contact with the delicate skin around the eyes.
Green Tea Extract
Found in: Glow Facial Cleanser, Facial Toner
Packed with polyphenols and catechins, Green Tea Extract is one of the most well-researched antioxidants in skincare. It protects against environmental stressors, reduces inflammation, helps control excess sebum, and supports overall skin health — making it especially beneficial for oily and combination skin types.
Glycerin
Found in: Across all moisturizing and cleansing formulas
A classic and highly effective humectant, Glycerin attracts water to the skin and prevents moisture loss throughout the day. It creates a smooth, soft skin feel without clogging pores, making it a foundational ingredient in our cleansers, toners, and moisturizers.
Makeup & Foundation Ingredients
Titanium Dioxide & Zinc Oxide
Found in: HD Foundation, Face Perfector Primer
These mineral-derived ingredients serve a dual purpose in our makeup formulas: they provide buildable coverage and a natural finish while offering broad-spectrum sun protection. Non-comedogenic and suitable for sensitive skin.
Dimethicone
Found in: Face Perfector Primer, HD Foundation
A silicone-based ingredient that creates a smooth, even canvas for makeup application. Dimethicone fills in fine lines and pores, extends makeup wear, and gives our primer its signature silky texture. It is non-irritating and approved for use in cosmetics globally.
Iron Oxides
Found in: HD Foundation, Contour Stick, Eye Palettes
Our pigments are derived from cosmetic-grade Iron Oxides, which provide rich, true-to-pan colour payoff across all 5 foundation shades and our full makeup range. Iron Oxides are non-toxic, non-allergenic, and photostable — meaning they won't change colour with UV exposure.
What We Leave Out
We are just as proud of what is not in our products as what is. Our full line is formulated without:
- Parabens
- Sulfates (SLS/SLES)
- Phthalates
- Mineral oil
- Synthetic fragrances
- Formaldehyde-releasing preservatives
All Pretty Woman Cosmetics products are cruelty-free and manufactured in Canada.