A gentle, plant-based emollient that helps soften and smooth skin without clogging pores.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
Beauty ingredient research
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A gentle, plant-based emollient that helps soften and smooth skin without clogging pores.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
A gentle, plant-derived emollient that helps soften and smooth skin without clogging pores.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
A gentle, plant-based emollient that mimics skin's natural lipids to strengthen the moisture barrier and soothe dryness.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, plant-based emollient that helps restore the skin barrier without clogging pores.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
A gentle, plant-based emollient that mimics natural skin lipids to support a healthy moisture barrier.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
A gentle, plant-based emollient that helps soften and smooth skin while supporting the skin barrier.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, plant-derived emollient that helps soften and soothe skin without clogging pores.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
A gentle, plant-based emollient that mimics natural skin lipids to support a healthy moisture barrier.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, plant-based emollient that helps soften skin and support the moisture barrier without clogging pores.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
Emollient
PHYTOSTERYL/BEHENYL/OCTYLDODECYL LAUROYL GLUTAMATE
A gentle, multi-chain ester that helps moisturize and support the skin barrier without feeling greasy.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
Emollient
Phytosteryl/Decyltetradecyl Myristoyl Methyl Beta-Alaninate
A gentle, amino-acid-based emollient that softens skin and improves product feel, with low irritation potential.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
A gentle, plant-derived emollient that helps soften skin and improve the feel of formulations without clogging pores.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
A gentle, non-greasy oil that hydrates and helps protect the skin barrier, suitable for most skin types.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
Emollient
KLUYVEROMYCES/LACTOBACILLUS/PINUS KORAIENSIS SEED FERMENT OIL FILTRATE
A gentle, fermented oil that moisturizes and soothes skin while providing antioxidant support, though research is still emerging.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
A nourishing, non-greasy oil that helps soften skin and defend against environmental stress without clogging pores.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, non-greasy plant oil that hydrates and helps protect the skin barrier, suitable for most skin types including sensitive and oily skin.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
Pistachio seed oil is a gentle, non-greasy emollient that helps soften and smooth skin without clogging pores.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, plant-derived oil that hydrates and soothes skin without clogging pores.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A nourishing plant butter that softens and protects skin, but research on its specific benefits is still limited.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, non-greasy plant oil that hydrates and softens skin without clogging pores, suitable for most skin types.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A lightweight, non-greasy synthetic oil that helps skin feel smooth and silky without clogging pores.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
A synthetic polymer that helps products spread smoothly and feel silky, but offers no active skincare benefits.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
A gentle, non-greasy emollient that helps soften and smooth skin without clogging pores.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
A lightweight, non-greasy emollient derived from grapeseed oil that helps soften skin and improve product texture without clogging pores.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
A gentle, plant-based polymer that helps lock in moisture and gives products a silky feel without clogging pores.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle synthetic emollient that helps soften and smooth skin without clogging pores.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
A silky, lightweight synthetic oil that hydrates without greasiness, ideal for oily or sensitive skin.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
A lightweight synthetic emollient that spreads easily and leaves a silky finish without clogging pores.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
A gentle, biodegradable polymer that improves product feel and wear without clogging pores or irritating skin.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
A gentle, plant-derived ester that softens skin and helps stabilize formulas without clogging pores.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
A gentle, non-greasy emollient that hydrates and softens skin, ideal for sensitive and oily skin types.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
Emollient
TRIISOSTEAROYL POLYGLYCERYL-3 DIMER DILINOLEATE
A gentle, plant-derived emollient and emulsifier that helps create smooth, stable, and non-greasy skincare products.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
A gentle, plant-derived emollient that helps soften skin and may offer antioxidant benefits, but research on its specific effects is still limited.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
A lightweight, non-greasy emollient derived from kukui nut oil that hydrates and softens skin without clogging pores.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
A gentle, non-greasy emollient that hydrates and softens skin without clogging pores, ideal for sensitive and oily skin types.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
A gentle, plant-derived emollient that helps soften and smooth skin without clogging pores.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A stabilized, water-friendly version of pomegranate seed oil that offers antioxidant and moisturizing benefits with low irritation risk.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
A gentle, semi-synthetic emollient that helps soften skin without clogging pores, ideal for dry or sensitive skin types.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
Poppy seed is a gentle, natural emollient with antioxidant properties, but research on its skincare benefits is still limited.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
Poppy seed oil is a gentle, non-greasy emollient rich in omega-6 fatty acids that helps soften and soothe dry skin without clogging pores.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
Pork-derived ingredients like collagen and glycerin are effective moisturizers, but may not suit vegans or those with religious or ethical restrictions.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
Pork-derived ingredients like collagen and elastin can provide moisturizing and film-forming benefits, but they are not suitable for vegans, vegetarians, or those with religious dietary restrictions.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, synthetic emollient that improves product texture and skin feel without clogging pores.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
A gentle synthetic emollient that softens skin and improves the feel of creams and lotions without clogging pores.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
A gentle, non-greasy emollient that helps soften skin and hair without clogging pores.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
A gentle, jojoba-derived emollient that softens skin and improves product feel without clogging pores.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
A gentle, lanolin-based emollient that softens skin but may clog pores for some people.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
A gentle synthetic emollient that helps products feel smooth and non-greasy, but offers no active skincare benefits on its own.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
A lightweight silicone that smooths skin and helps products glide on without a greasy feel.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
A gentle silicone that makes products feel silky and smooth without clogging pores or causing irritation.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
A versatile, low-irritation lanolin derivative that helps blend oil and water while softening skin.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
A gentle synthetic emollient that improves product texture and skin feel without clogging pores.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
A synthetic emollient that helps products feel silky and spread easily, but may be slightly clogging for acne-prone skin.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
A gentle synthetic emollient that helps products feel smooth and spread easily without clogging pores.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
A lightweight, non-greasy emollient that helps products glide on smoothly without clogging pores.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
A synthetic emollient that helps products feel silky and spread easily, but offers no active skin benefits.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
A gentle silicone that smooths skin and improves product feel without clogging pores.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
A synthetic emollient that improves texture and spreadability, but may be moderately pore-clogging for some skin types.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
A gentle, lanolin-derived emollient that softens skin but may be too heavy for oily or acne-prone types.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
A gentle synthetic emollient that helps skin feel soft and smooth without clogging pores, commonly used in moisturizers and cleansers.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic