Beauty ingredients explained in plain English

A gentle, antioxidant-rich botanical extract that helps protect skin from environmental stress and may calm irritation.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich extract from Tasmanian pepperberry that helps protect skin from environmental stress and may calm irritation.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich botanical powder that may help protect skin from environmental stress and support a balanced microbiome.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich botanical extract that may help protect skin from environmental stress, though human studies are limited.

Taurine is a gentle antioxidant and hydrator that helps protect skin from environmental stress and supports moisture balance.

Taxamairin A is a plant-derived antioxidant with early research suggesting it may help protect skin from environmental stress, but it is not yet widely studied in cosmetics.

Taxamairin C is a rare plant antioxidant from yew trees with promising lab data, but human skin studies are still limited.

Taxiresinol is a plant-derived antioxidant that may help calm skin and fight free radical damage, but research is still early.

A plant stem cell ingredient that may help protect skin from environmental stress, but human research is still limited.

TBHQ is a synthetic preservative that keeps oils fresh, but its safety is debated at higher concentrations.

A synthetic antioxidant that helps keep your products fresh, but it's not a star ingredient for your skin.

A synthetic antioxidant that helps keep oils and fats from going rancid, but it's not a star active for skin benefits.

A gentle antioxidant duo from green tea and ginseng that helps protect skin from environmental stress and may support a calmer complexion.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich extract from young tea leaves that helps protect skin from environmental stress and may calm irritation.

A promising but under-researched ingredient that may support skin repair and brightness by aiding sulfur-based processes in the skin.

A gentle plant extract with antioxidant potential, but limited human studies to back its skincare claims.

Teff Seed Extract is a gentle, antioxidant-rich ingredient that may help protect skin from environmental stress and support hydration, though research is still emerging.

A gentle, fragrant flower extract with antioxidant potential, but research is limited and benefits are mostly theoretical.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich fruit powder that helps protect skin from environmental stress and may calm minor irritation.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich oil that helps protect skin from environmental stress and supports a healthy-looking complexion.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich botanical extract that helps protect skin from environmental stress while supporting a calm, even-looking complexion.

A potent natural antioxidant from Kakadu plum that helps brighten skin and fight environmental damage, but its vitamin C content can be unstable in water-based formulas.

A gentle, plant-based antioxidant extract that may help calm skin and fight free radical damage, though research is still early.

Terpinolene is a natural antioxidant and fragrance ingredient, but its strong scent and moderate irritation potential mean it's best for those without sensitive skin.

Terrein is a promising fungal-derived ingredient that may help brighten skin and fight oxidative stress, but research is still early.

A gentle algae extract that may help calm skin and fight free radicals, but research is still early.

Tetrabutyl Ethylidenebisphenol is a synthetic antioxidant that helps keep skincare products stable, but it is less studied than common alternatives like vitamin E.

A gentle antioxidant derived from citrus flavonoids that helps calm skin and fight free radical damage.

A gentle algae extract that helps hydrate and protect skin from environmental stress, though research is still developing.

A gentle, stable vitamin C that penetrates skin well and brightens without the sting of L-ascorbic acid.

A stable, colorless turmeric derivative that offers antioxidant and brightening benefits without staining skin.

A gentle, stabilized turmeric derivative that helps even skin tone and fights oxidative stress without the yellow staining of raw curcumin.

A synthetic antioxidant derived from curcumin that may help calm skin and fight free radicals, but research is still early.

A stable, non-staining turmeric derivative that fights oxidative stress and helps even skin tone without the yellow tint of raw turmeric.

A gentle, stable antioxidant derived from turmeric that helps protect skin from environmental stress without the staining or irritation of raw curcumin.

A gentle antioxidant derived from magnolia bark that helps calm skin and fight free radical damage without common irritation.

A synthetic antioxidant that may help protect skin from environmental stress, but research is still limited.

A synthetic antioxidant that may help calm skin and fight free radicals, but research is still early.

A synthetic antioxidant that may help protect skin from environmental stress, but research is still emerging.

A lab-made antioxidant that helps defend skin against pollution and UV-related damage, often found in anti-aging formulas.

A synthetic antioxidant that helps shield skin from oxidative damage, but research is still limited compared to more established antioxidants.

A gentle, stabilized antioxidant that may help defend skin against pollution and UV damage without irritation.

Tetramethylpyrazine is a gentle antioxidant from fermented sources that may help calm skin and support microcirculation, though human skincare studies are still limited.

Tetrandrine is a plant alkaloid with promising anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits, but research in topical skincare is still emerging.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich microalgae extract that helps soothe and protect the skin from environmental stress.

A gentle, water-soluble antioxidant derived from citrus that helps calm skin and fight free radical damage.

A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant potential, but research on its skincare benefits is still limited.

Teupolioside is a gentle plant antioxidant that may help calm skin and defend against environmental stress, though research is still early.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich plant extract that may help soothe and protect skin, but research is still emerging.

A gentle, algae-derived extract that may help protect skin from environmental stress and support hydration, though research is still early.

A gentle marine algae extract that helps hydrate skin and protect against environmental stress, though research is still emerging.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich marine ferment that helps hydrate and protect the skin, but research is still emerging.

A gentle lichen extract with antioxidant potential, but research is still early and benefits are not yet proven in humans.

A natural sweetener and mild antioxidant from a West African fruit, used mainly for flavor in lip products rather than for skin benefits.

Theanine is a gentle, calming amino acid that helps soothe stressed skin and fight environmental damage.

A gentle fern extract that may help protect skin from environmental stress, but research is still early.

A synthetic antioxidant that may help protect skin from environmental stress, but research is still limited compared to more established ingredients.

A gentle antioxidant from cacao that may help soothe skin and support a firmer appearance.

A gentle, fat-soluble form of vitamin B1 that may help calm skin and support antioxidant defenses, though research in cosmetics is still limited.

A bioactive form of vitamin B1 that may help protect skin from oxidative stress and support a healthy-looking complexion, though research in topical skincare is still emerging.