Pfaffia Glomerata Root Juice is a gentle, antioxidant-rich plant extract that may help calm skin and fight free radical damage, though research is still emerging.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
Beauty ingredient research
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Pfaffia Glomerata Root Juice is a gentle, antioxidant-rich plant extract that may help calm skin and fight free radical damage, though research is still emerging.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, antioxidant-rich orchid extract that may help soothe and hydrate skin, but research is still early.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, plant-derived antioxidant that may help protect skin from environmental stress, but research is still early.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
A gentle orchid extract that may help protect skin from environmental stress and add light hydration.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, plant-based antioxidant from orchid cells that may help protect skin from environmental stress, but research is still early.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
A gentle, plant-based antioxidant that may help protect skin from environmental stress, though research is still early.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
A gentle, plant-derived antioxidant extract with limited but promising research; best for soothing and protecting normal to dry skin.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, antioxidant-rich botanical extract from an Australian native plant, promising for soothing and protecting skin, though research is still emerging.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A fermented mushroom and abalone extract that may offer antioxidant and soothing benefits, but research is limited.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
A gentle, antioxidant-rich blend of mushroom and bee product that may help calm skin, but research is limited and allergy caution is needed.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
Skin Conditioning Agent
Phellinus Linteus/Collagen Ferment Filtrate
A fermented mushroom-collagen blend that may support skin hydration and antioxidant defense, though human studies are limited.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
A fermented mushroom-rice blend that may help soothe and protect skin, though research is still emerging.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
A gentle antioxidant from propolis that helps protect skin from environmental stress and may support a calmer, more even complexion.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A plant-derived compound with promising antioxidant and antimicrobial benefits, but limited research in topical skincare and potential for skin irritation.
Irritation
moderate
Source
natural
Phenyl Timonacic is a synthetic antioxidant that may help protect skin from environmental stress, but research is still emerging.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
A synthetic antioxidant that may help protect skin from environmental stress, but research is still early.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
A gentle apple-derived antioxidant that helps even skin tone and defends against pollution and UV stress.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle apple-derived antioxidant that helps even skin tone and fights early signs of aging without irritation.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, plant-derived antioxidant that may help brighten skin and reduce the look of dark spots without irritation.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
Phloroglucinol Trimethyl Ether is a synthetic antioxidant that may help protect skin from environmental stress, but research on its specific benefits in cosmetics is still limited.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
A gentle, plant-derived antioxidant extract that may help protect skin from environmental stress, though research is still emerging.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant potential, but research is still early and benefits are not yet proven in human skin.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, antioxidant-rich ferment from blue-green algae that may help calm skin and defend against environmental stress.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
A gentle, antioxidant-rich microalgae extract that may help calm skin and fight environmental stress, though research is still early.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, antioxidant-rich algae extract that may help calm skin and fight environmental stress, but research is still early.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, antioxidant-rich flower extract that may help soothe and protect skin, though research is still emerging.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, plant-derived antioxidant extract that may help calm and protect skin, though research is still early.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, antioxidant-rich plant extract that may help calm and protect skin, though research is still early.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
Physalis Fruit Extract is a gentle, antioxidant-rich botanical that may help protect skin from environmental stress and calm minor irritation, though research is still emerging.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, antioxidant-rich fruit extract that helps protect skin from environmental stress while providing mild soothing benefits.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
Phytol is a gentle antioxidant from chlorophyll that may help calm skin and fight signs of aging, but research is still early.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, dual-action ingredient that pairs barrier-strengthening lipids with stable vitamin C for antioxidant and brightening benefits.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
A synthetic antioxidant ingredient that mimics the skin's natural defenses, but research is still emerging on its long-term benefits.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
A promising antioxidant from plants that may help protect skin from environmental stress and support a more even tone, though human studies are still limited.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle yeast ferment that may help strengthen the skin barrier and calm irritation, though human research is still limited.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
Antioxidant
PICHIA PASTORIS/DIETHYLHEXYL SYRINGYLIDENEMALONATE/TOCOPHEROL FERMENT EXTRACT FILTRATE
A biotech antioxidant that pairs yeast fermentation with a vitamin E derivative and a UV-filter-like compound for multi-action skin protection.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
Skin Conditioning Agent
Pichia Pastoris/Soybean Seed Ferment Lysate Extract Filtrate
A gentle, fermented ingredient that may help protect skin from environmental stress and support a healthy-looking complexion.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
A gentle, biotech-derived antioxidant that may help calm skin and defend against environmental stress, though research is still emerging.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
A gentle, biotech-derived antioxidant that helps calm skin and defend against environmental stress, though research is still early.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
A fermented antioxidant that may help protect skin from environmental stress and support a more even tone.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
A gentle, fermented ingredient that may help calm skin and provide antioxidant protection, though research is still emerging.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
A promising Ayurvedic botanical with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory potential, but human skincare studies are still limited.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, antioxidant-rich turmeric extract that may help calm skin and even out tone, though research on this specific species is limited.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A plant-based antioxidant extract that may help protect skin from environmental stress, but research is limited and it can be irritating for sensitive skin.
Irritation
moderate
Source
natural
Pimento Berry Extract offers antioxidant protection and mild soothing benefits, making it a gentle addition to antioxidant-rich formulations.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, antioxidant-rich plant extract that may help calm skin and protect against environmental stress, though research is still early.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
Skin conditioning
BACILLUS/(PINUS DENSIFLORA/PARVIFLORA/THUNBERGII) LEAF/SOYBEAN FERMENT FILTRATE
A gentle, fermented botanical blend that may support skin hydration and antioxidant defense, but research is still emerging.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
A gentle, antioxidant-rich botanical extract that helps defend skin from environmental stress and may support a more even tone.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, plant-derived antioxidant that helps protect skin from environmental stress and may calm irritation.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, antioxidant-rich plant extract that may help calm skin and defend against environmental stress, though human studies are still limited.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, lab-grown plant extract that may help calm skin and defend against environmental stress, though human studies are still limited.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
A gentle, plant-based antioxidant that may help protect skin from environmental stress, though research is still emerging.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, plant-based antioxidant from pine callus cells that may help calm and protect skin, though research is still early.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
A gentle, antioxidant-rich pine cone extract that may help calm and protect skin, though research is still emerging.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, plant-based antioxidant that may help calm skin and defend against environmental stress, though research is still early.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, fermented botanical extract that may help calm skin and fight environmental stress, though human studies are limited.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, antioxidant-rich plant extract that may help protect skin from environmental stress, though research on its topical benefits is still limited.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle plant extract that may help protect skin from environmental stress, though research is still early.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, plant-based antioxidant that may help calm skin and defend against environmental stress, though human studies are limited.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
Pine-derived terpenes add a fresh scent and antioxidant benefits, but may irritate sensitive skin.
Irritation
moderate
Source
natural