Beauty ingredients explained in plain English

A gentle, effective humectant that hydrates without the stickiness of glycerin or the potential irritation of regular urea.

A gentle amino acid that helps hydrate and calm the skin, making it a good choice for sensitive or dry skin types.

Hydroxyproline is a collagen-building amino acid that may help firm and hydrate skin with minimal irritation risk.

A gentle, biotech-derived humectant that boosts skin hydration and supports a healthy moisture barrier without irritation.

A gentle, synthetic humectant that draws moisture into the skin without the stickiness of glycerin, making it a good option for lightweight hydration.

A gentle, amino-acid-based humectant that helps hydrate and soothe skin without irritation.

A gentle, sugar-derived humectant that helps hydrate skin without stickiness, suitable for sensitive and dry skin types.

A gentle, high-performance hyaluronic acid derivative that sticks to skin better than standard HA for deeper, longer-lasting hydration.

A gentle, mineral-rich plant juice that helps hydrate and calm the skin, but scientific evidence is still emerging.

A gentle, hydrating plant water that may help soothe and protect the skin, but research is limited.

A gentle, plant-based humectant that helps skin hold onto moisture without feeling heavy or greasy.

Inositol is a gentle humectant that helps hydrate and soothe the skin, making it a good option for sensitive or dry skin types.

A gentle, multi-tasking humectant that helps hydrate and soothe the skin, making it a good choice for sensitive or dry skin types.

Inulin is a gentle, plant-derived prebiotic that hydrates and supports a balanced skin microbiome, making it a smart choice for sensitive or microbiome-conscious routines.

A gentle, hydrating seaweed extract that helps skin retain moisture and feel soothed, ideal for dry or sensitive skin types.

A gentle brown algae extract that helps hydrate and protect skin with antioxidant benefits, though research is still emerging.

Isoleucine is a gentle amino acid that helps maintain skin hydration and supports the skin's natural repair processes.

Isomalt is a gentle, sugar-derived humectant that helps skin retain moisture without stickiness.

A gentle, multi-tasking humectant that hydrates skin and helps other ingredients work better without causing irritation.

Isopropyl PCA is a gentle, synthetic humectant that helps hydrate skin without feeling heavy, making it a good option for normal to dry skin types.

Isosorbide is a gentle, plant-based humectant that hydrates skin without stickiness, making it a good alternative to glycerin or hyaluronic acid.

A mild, amino-acid-based moisturizer that supports the skin’s natural hydration without clogging pores.

A gentle, hydrating base ingredient from Japanese apricot fruit that may offer antioxidant and soothing benefits, but research is limited compared to more studied fruit waters.

A gentle, hydrating sap that soothes skin and provides antioxidant benefits, ideal for sensitive or dry skin types.

A fermented ingredient that may help hydrate and soothe skin, but research is still early.

Jojoba Amino Acids are a gentle, plant-based humectant that helps hydrate and support the skin barrier without clogging pores.

Kefiran is a gentle, hydrating polysaccharide from kefir that helps skin retain moisture and may support a healthy-looking barrier.

A mineral-rich seaweed extract that hydrates and soothes skin, but its benefits come mostly from its nutrient profile rather than unique active compounds.

A mineral-rich seaweed juice that hydrates and soothes skin without clogging pores.

A gentle, hydrating seaweed extract that helps soothe and moisturize skin without clogging pores.

A gentle, seaweed-derived ingredient that may help hydrate and calm the skin, though research is still emerging.

A gentle, hydrating ingredient that combines fruit extract with beta-glucan to help soothe and moisturize the skin.

A gentle brown seaweed powder that helps hydrate and soothe the skin, ideal for sensitive or dry skin types.

A gentle, hydrating seaweed extract that may support skin barrier function and calm irritation.

A nutrient-rich seaweed extract that helps hydrate and calm the skin, with antioxidant benefits from coastal minerals.

A gentle, fermented ingredient that hydrates and soothes skin, but its benefits are mostly anecdotal and backed by limited clinical research.

Konjac root extract is a gentle, plant-based humectant that helps hydrate and soothe the skin without clogging pores.

A gentle, fat-free milk ingredient that hydrates and soothes skin, but its benefits are mild compared to more concentrated actives.

A gentle humectant that helps attract moisture to the skin, similar to lactic acid but without the exfoliating effect.

A gentle humectant that helps skin retain moisture and may improve texture, suitable for most skin types.

Lactic acid is a gentle AHA that exfoliates dead skin cells while also attracting moisture, making it a great choice for dry or sensitive skin types looking for smoother texture.

Lactide is a gentle, biodegradable exfoliant that helps smooth skin texture and boost hydration without harsh irritation.

A gentle milk protein that helps hydrate and soften skin, but may not suit those with dairy allergies.

A gentle milk protein extract that helps hydrate and temporarily smooth the skin, but may not suit those with dairy allergies.

Lactitol is a gentle, non-irritating humectant and mild exfoliant that helps hydrate and smooth skin without causing breakouts.

A gentle, fermented seaweed extract that helps calm irritation and boost hydration without clogging pores.

A gentle, probiotic-based exfoliant that helps smooth skin and support a healthy microbiome without harsh acids.

A gentle, fermented collagen ingredient that may help hydrate and support the skin barrier, though research is still emerging.

A gentle, microbiome-friendly ingredient that helps hydrate and strengthen the skin barrier without irritation.

A gentle, fermented kelp extract that hydrates and soothes skin while supporting a healthy microbiome.

A gentle, fermented ingredient that helps hydrate and support a balanced skin microbiome without irritation.

A gentle, fermented watermelon extract that provides mild exfoliation and hydration, ideal for sensitive skin.

A gentle, fermented ingredient that may support skin hydration and a balanced microbiome, though research is still emerging.

A gentle probiotic ferment that may help hydrate and support a healthy skin microbiome, but research is still emerging.

A gentle, microbiome-friendly ferment that hydrates and soothes without irritation.

A gentle, biotech-derived ferment that helps hydrate and calm the skin while supporting a healthy barrier.

A gentle fermented pumpkin extract that lightly exfoliates and hydrates, ideal for sensitive skin looking for mild renewal.

A gentle, probiotic-derived ferment that helps strengthen the skin barrier and support a healthy microbiome without irritation.

A gentle milk protein that helps hydrate and temporarily smooth the skin, but may not suit those with dairy sensitivities.

Lactose is a gentle milk-derived sugar that hydrates and lightly exfoliates, making it a good option for sensitive or dry skin.