A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant potential, but research on its cosmetic benefits is still limited.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
Beauty ingredient research
Browse the review database to understand what an ingredient is, what it does in a beauty formula, when it is useful, and when it deserves caution across skincare, haircare, bodycare, makeup, and more.
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Reviewed ingredients
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Need usage caution
A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant potential, but research on its cosmetic benefits is still limited.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant and soothing potential, but research is limited and it's not a powerhouse ingredient.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle flower extract with potential antioxidant and soothing benefits, but research is limited and it's mainly used for its pleasant fragrance and traditional appeal.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, antioxidant-rich botanical extract that may help calm skin and fight free radical damage, though human studies are limited.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, antioxidant-rich root extract with traditional use but limited modern cosmetic research.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, traditional herb extract that may help calm skin and fight oxidative stress, but research is still early.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle plant extract with antioxidant potential, but research on its cosmetic benefits is still limited compared to more studied botanicals.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant and soothing potential, though research is limited compared to more established plant extracts.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant and soothing potential, but research is still early and benefits are not yet proven in large human studies.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, plant-based ingredient that may help calm irritated skin and provide antioxidant protection, though more human studies are needed.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle botanical extract with soothing and antioxidant potential, best for calming sensitive or irritated skin.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle botanical extract that may help calm irritated skin and provide antioxidant support, though research is still emerging.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
Antioxidant
Acorus gramineus root/stem/Arisaema amurense/Asparagus cochinchinensis root/Cyperus rotundus fruit/Gastrodia elata root/Morus alba leaf/Sorbus commixta/Trichosanthes kirilowii root/Ulmus davidiana root/Xanthium strumarium fruit extract
A traditional botanical blend that may offer antioxidant and soothing benefits, but individual ingredient concentrations and overall efficacy are not well-studied in cosmetic formulations.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A mild botanical extract that may help calm skin and provide antioxidant support, though research is limited.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, plant-based extract that may help calm irritated skin and provide antioxidant support, though research is limited.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle botanical extract that may help calm irritated skin and provide antioxidant support, though research is limited.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant and soothing potential, but research is limited and it's not a powerhouse ingredient.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle botanical extract that may help calm skin and fight free radicals, but research is still early.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle botanical extract that may help calm skin and fight free radicals, but research is still early.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant potential, but research is limited and it's not a standout ingredient.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle botanical extract that may help calm skin and provide antioxidant protection, though research is still early.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle botanical extract that may help calm skin and fight free radical damage, though research is still early.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, citrus-scented floral water that offers mild astringent and refreshing benefits, but lacks strong scientific backing for specific skin improvements.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A traditional botanical extract that may help calm irritation and support a balanced complexion, though more human studies are needed.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
Neem flower extract is a gentle botanical with antioxidant and soothing potential, but more human studies are needed to confirm its benefits.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
Neem leaf extract is a gentle botanical with antioxidant and soothing benefits, but its strong herbal scent and limited high-quality human studies mean it's best used as a supporting ingredient.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle fern root extract with antioxidant potential, but research is limited and benefits are not yet well-established.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle botanical extract with soothing and antioxidant potential, but research is limited and it's not a standout ingredient.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle botanical extract from the niaouli tree that may help calm and purify skin, though research is limited.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle botanical extract with potential soothing and antioxidant benefits, but research is limited.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle botanical root extract with potential soothing and antioxidant benefits, but research is limited.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant and soothing potential, best for sensitive or dry skin looking for extra comfort.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle botanical extract that may help calm skin and fight free radicals, but research is still early.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant and soothing potential, but clinical evidence in skincare is still limited.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant and soothing potential, but research is limited and it's not a skincare essential.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle botanical extract that may help calm skin and fight free radicals, but research is still early.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle botanical extract with potential soothing and antioxidant benefits, but research is limited.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle botanical extract with traditional soothing and astringent properties, but limited modern research to back strong skincare claims.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant potential, but research is limited and benefits are not yet well-established.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant and soothing potential, but research on its effectiveness in skincare is still limited.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle botanical extract that may help calm skin and fight free radicals, but research is still early.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, plant-based ingredient that may help calm redness and provide antioxidant protection, though research is less extensive than for other licorice extracts.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A traditional herbal extract with potential soothing and antioxidant benefits, but human skin research is very limited.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, antioxidant-rich botanical extract from the Paulownia tree that may help calm skin and fight free radical damage, though research is still early.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, aromatic botanical extract that may help balance oily skin and provide mild soothing benefits.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant and soothing potential, but human skincare research is limited.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle botanical extract with potential soothing and antioxidant benefits, but research is limited.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
Pennyroyal extract is a traditional herb with a strong scent, but it carries notable safety risks and is rarely recommended in modern skincare.
Irritation
high
Source
natural
A gentle, antioxidant-rich botanical extract that helps calm skin and fight environmental stress, ideal for sensitive or reactive skin types.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
Soothing Agent
Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Leaf Extract, Urtica Dioica (Nettle) Leaf Extract
A gentle botanical blend that may help soothe and refresh the skin, but its benefits are largely based on traditional use rather than strong clinical evidence.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle botanical extract that helps calm skin and fight free radical damage, best for those with sensitive or stressed skin.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle plant-root extract with early research suggesting antioxidant and soothing benefits, but human studies are limited.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle botanical extract with traditional use for soothing skin and supporting a balanced microbiome, though modern research is still limited.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant and soothing potential, but research on its cosmetic benefits is still limited.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle botanical extract with limited research, offering potential antioxidant and soothing benefits for sensitive skin.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle plant extract with potential soothing and antioxidant benefits, though human skin research is still limited.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle botanical extract with traditional astringent and soothing uses, but limited modern research to confirm efficacy in skincare.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle wood extract with antioxidant potential, but research is limited — best used as a supporting ingredient in soothing formulas.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A traditional botanical extract with promising antimicrobial properties, but limited modern research and potential for skin irritation in sensitive individuals.
Irritation
moderate
Source
natural
A botanical extract with antioxidant potential, but limited human studies and possible skin sensitivity concerns.
Irritation
moderate
Source
natural