Antimicrobial : Helps slowing the growth of micro-organisms on the skin and counteracts the development of microbes
Antioxidant : Inhibits reactions favored by oxygen, thus avoiding oxidation and rancidity
Skin conditioning - humectant : Increasing the water content of the top layers of the skin. Humectants are primarily hygroscopic agents drawing moisture from the surrounding air.
Skin conditioning - miscellaneous : Improving the appearance of dry and/or damaged skin by reducing flaking and restoring its suppleness.