Beauty ingredients explained in plain English

Cassia leaf extract can help fight acne-causing bacteria, but it may irritate sensitive skin due to its natural fragrance compounds.

A gentle botanical extract that may help calm irritation and provide antioxidant protection, though research is still early.

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

Cassia wood extract adds a warm cinnamon scent and some antioxidant benefits, but can be irritating for sensitive skin.

A gentle botanical extract from Thai ginger that may help calm skin and fight free radicals, though human studies are limited.

A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant potential, but research is limited and it's not a standout ingredient.

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

A traditional Ayurvedic plant extract with antioxidant potential, but limited modern skincare research to confirm specific benefits.

A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant and soothing potential, but research is still early and product benefits may vary.

A gentle botanical extract with traditional use but very limited modern cosmetic research; may offer soothing and antioxidant benefits but is not a proven powerhouse.

A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant potential, but research is still early—think of it as a nice bonus in a well-formulated product, not a hero ingredient.

A gentle, fragrant flower extract blend that may help calm irritated skin and provide antioxidant benefits.

A traditional seed extract rich in fatty acids, but modern evidence is limited and it may be comedogenic for some skin types.

A traditional herb extract with potential antimicrobial benefits, but limited modern research and a risk of skin irritation for sensitive types.

A traditional herbal extract with limited modern skincare research; may offer antimicrobial benefits but carries a moderate risk of skin irritation.

A mild, plant-based ingredient that may help calm irritation and protect skin from environmental stress, though research is still limited.

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

A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant and soothing potential, but research is still early and benefits are not yet well-established in human skin.

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

A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant and soothing potential, but research in cosmetics is still limited.

A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant and soothing potential, but human skin research is still limited.

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

A gentle botanical blend that may help calm skin and provide antioxidant support, though research is still emerging.

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

A gentle botanical extract with potential soothing and antioxidant benefits, but research is limited and it may cause sensitivity in those allergic to daisy-family plants.

A traditional botanical extract with antioxidant and soothing potential, but human skincare research is still limited.

Cinchona bark extract is a traditional botanical with mild astringent properties, but its use in modern skincare is limited and may cause irritation in sensitive skin.

A traditional botanical extract with astringent properties, but limited modern research and potential for skin irritation in sensitive individuals.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich botanical extract that may help calm irritated skin and protect against environmental stress.

A gentle botanical extract with traditional use for soothing skin, but modern cosmetic evidence is still emerging.

A gentle, aromatic botanical water that offers mild antioxidant and soothing benefits, best for those who enjoy natural, fragrant skincare.

Cistus Resin is a gentle botanical astringent that may help tighten pores and calm skin, but research is limited and it's best used in low concentrations.

A botanical extract with a fresh scent and mild astringent effects, but may cause irritation in sensitive skin.

A refreshing, lightly astringent citrus water that adds a natural scent and antioxidant potential, but may irritate sensitive skin.

A gentle, aromatic botanical water that can add a fresh scent and mild clarifying feel to skincare, but its benefits beyond fragrance are not well-studied.

A gentle botanical extract that may help calm skin and fight free radicals, but research is limited compared to more studied antioxidants.

A gentle botanical extract with traditional use for soothing skin, though modern research is still emerging.

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

Cleome Gynandra Leaf Extract is a gentle botanical with antioxidant potential, but research on its cosmetic benefits is still limited.

Clove leaf extract offers antioxidant and soothing benefits but can be irritating for sensitive skin at higher concentrations.

A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant potential, but research in cosmetics is still limited.

A gentle plant extract with promising antioxidant and soothing potential, but human skincare studies are still limited.

A gentle botanical extract with traditional roots, but modern skincare evidence is still limited.

A gentle botanical extract with traditional use for calming skin, though modern research is limited.

Coltsfoot extract is a gentle botanical with potential soothing and antioxidant benefits, but research is limited and it's not a standout ingredient.

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

Coltsfoot leaf extract is a gentle botanical with antioxidant and soothing potential, but human skin research is limited.

A gentle, plant-based ingredient that may help calm irritated skin and provide antioxidant protection, though research is still emerging.

A gentle botanical extract with traditional use for soothing skin, but modern research is limited and benefits are not well-established.

A gentle orchid extract with antioxidant potential, but research is limited and benefits are not well-established.

A gentle orchid extract with antioxidant potential, but research on its specific benefits for skin is still limited.

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

A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant and soothing potential, but research in cosmetics is still limited.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich root extract that may help calm skin and fight environmental stress, but research is still early.

Costus Root Extract is a gentle botanical with antioxidant and soothing potential, but research on its cosmetic benefits is still emerging.

Cowslip extract is a gentle botanical with antioxidant and soothing potential, but research on its cosmetic benefits is still limited.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich flower extract that may help calm and protect the skin, though research is still emerging.

A gentle botanical extract with soothing potential, but lacks robust skincare research.

A gentle botanical extract that may help calm irritation and protect skin from environmental stress, though research is still emerging.

A gentle botanical extract with potential soothing and antioxidant benefits, but research is still emerging and it is less common in mainstream skincare.