Beauty ingredients explained in plain English

A lightweight, non-greasy emollient that helps soften skin and improve product texture with a low risk of irritation.

A gentle, multi-fatty-acid emollient that helps soften and smooth skin while supporting the skin barrier.

Digalloyl Trioleate is a gentle emollient with antioxidant potential, but research on its efficacy in skincare is still limited.

A lightweight, water-loving emollient that hydrates and softens skin without clogging pores or feeling heavy.

A gentle, multi-chain ester that softens skin and improves product feel without clogging pores.

A gentle, lightweight emollient that hydrates and softens skin without clogging pores, suitable for most skin types.

A lightweight, non-greasy emollient that helps soften skin and improve product texture without clogging pores.

A silky, non-greasy emollient that hydrates and smooths skin while improving product texture.

A silky, non-greasy emollient that hydrates and softens skin with a lightweight feel, suitable for most skin types.

A silky, lightweight emollient that hydrates without clogging pores, ideal for oily and combination skin.

A lightweight synthetic emollient that softens skin without clogging pores, ideal for oily and combination skin types.

A lightweight synthetic emollient that softens skin without clogging pores, ideal for oily and combination skin types.

A silky, non-greasy emollient that hydrates and softens skin without clogging pores.

A lightweight, non-greasy emollient that helps products spread smoothly and leaves skin feeling soft without clogging pores.

A lightweight, non-greasy emollient derived from amino acids that hydrates and softens skin without clogging pores.

A silky, non-greasy emollient that spreads easily and helps other ingredients absorb better — great for all skin types, including oily and acne-prone.

A lightweight synthetic emollient that improves product feel and helps other ingredients absorb without clogging pores.

A gentle, plant-derived emollient that improves the feel and spreadability of products without clogging pores.

A gentle, skin-friendly lipid that reinforces the moisture barrier without clogging pores.

A gentle, cholesterol-based emollient that helps reinforce the skin barrier and lock in moisture without clogging pores.

A gentle, cholesterol-based emollient that helps reinforce the skin barrier without clogging pores, making it a good choice for dry or sensitive skin.

A gentle, non-greasy emollient that mimics skin's natural lipids, making it a good choice for dry or sensitive skin.

A gentle, cholesterol-based emollient that supports the skin barrier and helps lock in moisture without clogging pores.

A gentle, cholesterol-based emollient that helps reinforce the skin barrier and provides a smooth, non-greasy feel.

A gentle, cholesterol-based emollient that helps restore the skin barrier and improve moisture retention without clogging pores.

A gentle, cholesterol-derived ingredient that helps soften skin and improve product feel without clogging pores.

A synthetic emollient that helps products feel smooth and stay put, but may be too heavy for oily or acne-prone skin.

A gentle, lanolin-derived emollient that helps maintain skin softness without clogging pores.

A gentle, plant-derived emollient that helps soften and smooth skin without clogging pores, making it suitable for most skin types.

A silky, non-greasy emollient that feels lightweight on skin and helps other ingredients spread evenly.

A silky, non-greasy emollient that softens skin without clogging pores, ideal for lightweight formulas.

A lightweight synthetic emollient that helps products spread smoothly without a greasy feel, generally considered safe for most skin types.

A lightweight, non-greasy emollient that helps products spread smoothly and leaves skin feeling soft without clogging pores.

A lightweight synthetic emollient that helps products spread smoothly and leaves skin feeling soft without greasiness.

A lightweight, non-greasy emollient that helps products glide on smoothly without clogging pores.

A lightweight synthetic oil that softens skin without clogging pores, commonly used to improve product texture.

A lightweight, non-greasy emollient that hydrates and smooths skin without clogging pores.

A lightweight synthetic emollient that softens skin without clogging pores, commonly used to improve product texture and spreadability.

A silky, lightweight emollient that hydrates without clogging pores, making it a great choice for oily or acne-prone skin.

A lightweight, non-greasy emollient that leaves skin feeling soft and smooth without clogging pores.

A lightweight synthetic ester that softens skin without clogging pores, commonly used to improve product texture.

A lightweight synthetic emollient that helps products spread easily and leaves skin feeling soft, but may clog pores for some people.

A lightweight, non-greasy emollient that helps skincare products spread easily and leaves skin feeling soft without clogging pores.

A lightweight, non-greasy emollient that helps skin feel soft and smooth without clogging pores.

A silky, non-greasy emollient that helps products spread easily and leaves skin feeling soft without clogging pores.

A lightweight synthetic emollient that helps soften skin and improve product texture, but it's not a star ingredient with proven long-term benefits.

A lightweight, non-greasy emollient that softens skin and improves product feel, with a low risk of irritation or clogged pores.

A lightweight, silky emollient that hydrates without clogging pores, ideal for oily and combination skin types.

A gentle, non-greasy emollient that helps products glide on smoothly and keeps skin feeling soft.

A gentle, non-greasy emollient that helps soften and smooth the skin without clogging pores.

A gentle, non-greasy emollient that hydrates and smooths skin without clogging pores.

A reliable, silky emollient that improves texture and pigment spread without clogging pores or irritating skin.

A lightweight, non-greasy emollient that helps skin feel smooth and soft without clogging pores.

A gentle synthetic emollient that softens skin and improves product feel without heavy greasiness.

A gentle, barrier-strengthening fatty acid that helps lock in moisture without clogging pores.

A lightweight, non-greasy emollient that helps soften skin and improve product feel without clogging pores.

A gentle, non-greasy emollient that improves product texture and spreadability without clogging pores.

A gentle, plant-derived emollient that forms a breathable film on skin to reduce water loss and improve product feel without clogging pores.

A gentle, non-greasy emollient that helps soften and smooth the skin without clogging pores.

A gentle silicone emollient that combines the smoothing power of dimethicone with the nourishing properties of avocado oil, making it a good choice for dry or sensitive skin.