Beauty ingredients explained in plain English

Tristearin is a gentle, plant-derived emollient that softens skin and gives creams a smooth, luxurious feel without clogging pores.

A gentle, plant-derived emollient that softens skin and improves product feel without common irritation or clogging concerns.

Triundecanoin is a lightweight, non-greasy emollient that hydrates and softens skin without clogging pores, making it a good choice for sensitive and acne-prone skin.

Tuberose flower wax is a natural, fragrant wax that softens and protects the skin while adding a subtle floral scent to products.

A lightweight, non-greasy Amazonian oil that deeply moisturizes and protects skin with essential fatty acids and antioxidants.

A lightweight, non-greasy plant oil that deeply moisturizes and helps restore the skin barrier without clogging pores.

A nourishing, plant-based butter that deeply moisturizes without clogging pores, ideal for dry or sensitive skin.

A rich, non-greasy Amazonian oil that deeply moisturizes and softens skin without clogging pores.

A gentle, plant-derived wax that helps lock in moisture and gives products a smooth, creamy feel without clogging pores.

A nourishing marine oil that helps soften and support the skin barrier without feeling greasy.

Undecane is a lightweight, non-greasy emollient that helps skincare products glide on smoothly without clogging pores.

A gentle fatty alcohol that softens skin and improves product texture without common irritation.

A gentle, synthetic emollient that softens skin and improves product spreadability without clogging pores.

A nourishing, non-greasy plant butter that softens skin and helps restore the moisture barrier, but research on its benefits is still limited.

Vegetable Oil is a basic emollient that softens skin, but its exact benefits depend on the specific plant source, and it may clog pores for some people.

Vegetal oils are natural moisturizers that help soften and protect the skin, but their comedogenic potential varies by type.

A rich, plant-based oil that softens and conditions skin with a low risk of irritation, though research on its specific benefits is still limited.

A rich, plant-based butter that softens and conditions skin with a high fatty acid content, but research on its specific benefits is still limited.

A gentle, plant-based emollient that softens skin and locks in moisture, but research on its unique benefits is still limited.

Vitex Fruit Oil is a gentle, antioxidant-rich botanical oil that may help soothe and condition the skin, but research on its cosmetic benefits is still limited.

Walnut Seed Butter is a nourishing plant-based emollient that helps soften and condition dry skin, but it may be moderately comedogenic for acne-prone individuals.

Walnut Seed Oil is a nourishing emollient rich in omega fatty acids and antioxidants, but its moderate comedogenic rating means it may not suit all skin types, especially acne-prone skin.

A gentle, plant-based oil that helps soften and smooth skin, though research on its specific benefits is still limited.

Water Spinach Oil is a gentle, antioxidant-rich plant oil that hydrates and protects skin, but research on its cosmetic benefits is still limited.

A gentle, water-friendly emollient that softens skin without a greasy feel, suitable for most skin types.

Whale oil is an outdated ingredient with ethical and sustainability issues; modern plant-based oils offer safer and more responsible alternatives.

A gentle, plant-derived lipid that helps replenish the skin barrier and lock in moisture without clogging pores.

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

Wheat germ is a natural emollient rich in vitamin E and fatty acids, great for dry skin but may be too heavy for oily or acne-prone types.

A gentle emollient and emulsifier that helps soften skin and stabilize formulas, but its palm oil sourcing raises sustainability questions.

A gentle, plant-derived emollient that helps replenish the skin barrier and lock in moisture without feeling greasy.

A nourishing, antioxidant-rich oil that deeply moisturizes but may clog pores for some skin types.

A gentle, semi-synthetic emollient that softens skin without feeling greasy, ideal for sensitive and dry skin types.

A gentle, water-friendly emollient that helps soften skin and improve product feel, but may not suit those with wheat allergies.

Wheat germ oil unsaponifiables are a gentle, nutrient-rich emollient that helps strengthen the skin barrier and soothe dryness without clogging pores.

A nourishing, non-greasy oil that hydrates and helps maintain a healthy skin barrier with a low risk of irritation.

A gentle, plant-derived lipid that helps calm irritation and strengthen the skin barrier without clogging pores.

A gentle, plant-based butter that softens skin without clogging pores, ideal for dry or sensitive skin types.

A gentle, non-greasy seed oil rich in linoleic acid and vitamin E, ideal for normal to dry skin types seeking lightweight hydration.

A gentle, semi-synthetic emollient that helps soften skin and improve product texture, with low irritation potential.

A gentle, nourishing oil rich in fatty acids and antioxidants, ideal for dry or sensitive skin.

A gentle, sugar-derived emollient that helps products spread smoothly and leaves skin feeling soft without greasiness.

Xylityl Cocoate is a mild, sugar-based emollient that hydrates and softens skin without clogging pores, making it a great choice for sensitive and acne-prone skin.

A gentle, lightweight emollient that hydrates and helps control odor-causing bacteria, making it a smart choice for sensitive or acne-prone skin.

A gentle, plant-derived emollient that hydrates and softens skin without clogging pores, making it a great option for sensitive and acne-prone skin types.

A gentle, plant-based oil that hydrates and softens skin without clogging pores, but research on its specific benefits is still limited.

A gentle, natural wax that adds emollience and a subtle floral scent to skincare products, but may cause sensitivity in those allergic to ylang-ylang.

Yuzu Seed Oil is a lightweight, antioxidant-rich oil that helps moisturize and protect the skin without clogging pores.