Beauty ingredients explained in plain English

A gentle, lightweight emollient that helps products glide on smoothly without a greasy feel, suitable for most skin types.

A lightweight emollient that softens skin but may clog pores for some people.

A lightweight emollient that makes products feel silky, but can clog pores for some people.

A lightweight synthetic emollient that softens skin without greasiness, but may clog pores for some.

A lightweight emollient that makes products feel silky, but it can clog pores for acne-prone skin.

A lightweight synthetic emollient that makes products feel silky, but may clog pores in acne-prone individuals.

A gentle synthetic emollient that helps products feel silky and spread easily without heavy residue.

A gentle, non-greasy emollient that softens skin and helps other ingredients spread smoothly.

A lightweight, non-greasy shea butter derivative that softens skin without clogging pores.

Isopropyl Sorbate is a lightweight synthetic emollient that helps soften and smooth the skin without a greasy feel.

A lightweight emollient that softens skin but may clog pores for some people.

Isopropyl Tallowate is a fatty emollient that softens skin but may clog pores for some people.

A gentle, coconut-derived emollient that softens skin without feeling greasy, suitable for most skin types.

A lightweight synthetic emollient that spreads easily and leaves a non-greasy finish, generally well-tolerated by most skin types.

A lightweight, plant-derived emollient that hydrates and softens skin without feeling greasy, making it a great alternative to silicones or heavier oils.

A gentle, non-greasy emollient derived from plant sources that softens skin and improves product texture.

A lightweight, plant-derived emollient that hydrates and smooths skin without clogging pores, ideal for sensitive and oily skin types.

A gentle, plant-derived emollient that hydrates and softens skin without clogging pores, ideal for sensitive and oily skin types.

Isosorbide Oleate is a gentle, plant-derived emollient that softens skin and helps other ingredients absorb better, with a low risk of irritation or clogged pores.

A gentle synthetic emollient that helps products feel silky without clogging pores, suitable for most skin types.

Isostearic acid is a gentle, non-greasy fatty acid that helps soften skin and stabilize formulas without clogging pores.

A gentle, semi-synthetic emollient that softens and smooths skin without clogging pores, ideal for sensitive and dry skin types.

A synthetic emollient that softens skin and improves product feel, but research on its long-term effects is limited.

A synthetic emollient that helps skin feel smooth and soft without being greasy, with a low risk of irritation or clogged pores.

Isostearyl Acetate is a lightweight emollient that helps skin feel soft and smooth, but it may clog pores in acne-prone individuals.

A gentle fatty alcohol that softens skin and improves product texture without clogging pores.

A gentle, plant-derived emollient that softens skin and helps restore the moisture barrier without clogging pores.

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

Isostearyl Benzoate is a lightweight, non-greasy emollient that helps soften skin and improve product texture, with a low risk of irritation or clogging pores.

Isostearyl Erucate is a gentle, non-greasy emollient that helps soften skin and improve product texture, with a low risk of irritation or clogged pores.

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

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

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

A lightweight, non-greasy emollient that softens skin and improves product texture without clogging pores.

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

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

A lightweight, non-greasy emollient that softens skin and improves product texture without clogging pores.

A lightweight, non-greasy emollient that softens skin and improves product texture without clogging pores.

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

A lightweight, non-greasy emollient that softens skin and improves product texture without clogging pores.

A lightweight, non-greasy emollient that softens skin without clogging pores, making it a good choice for oily or combination skin.

A lightweight, non-greasy emollient that helps soften skin and improve product texture.

A reliable emollient that makes skin feel soft, but may clog pores for those prone to breakouts.

A lightweight synthetic emollient that gives skin a smooth, silky finish without clogging pores, making it a popular choice in non-greasy formulas.

A lightweight synthetic emollient that softens skin without heavy greasiness, but may clog pores for some people.

A gentle, non-greasy emollient that helps soften and smooth skin while supporting the skin's natural moisture barrier.

A gentle, non-greasy emollient that improves product texture and leaves skin feeling soft without clogging pores.

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

A lightweight synthetic emollient that helps products spread smoothly without a greasy feel.

A gentle synthetic alcohol that softens skin and helps dissolve other ingredients, but offers no active benefits on its own.

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

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

A lightweight synthetic emollient that softens skin but may clog pores for some people.

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

A synthetic emollient that softens skin but may clog pores for some people.

A gentle, plant-based oil that helps soften and condition skin without clogging pores, though research on its specific benefits is still limited.

A gentle, naturally fragrant wax that softens skin and adds a light floral scent to products.

A gentle, plant-based oil that hydrates and softens skin without clogging pores, with some antioxidant benefits.

A gentle, plant-derived fatty alcohol that softens skin and improves product feel without the drying effects of short-chain alcohols.

Jojoba Butter is a gentle, plant-based emollient that mimics skin's natural sebum, making it an excellent moisturizer for most skin types without clogging pores.