Beauty ingredients explained in plain English

Methylsilanol PCA is a gentle, silicon-based humectant that helps hydrate and smooth the skin, often used in anti-aging products.

A gentle microalgae extract that helps hydrate and condition skin, though research is still emerging.

A blend of marine microalgae that helps hydrate and protect the skin with antioxidant benefits, though research on this specific mix is still emerging.

Milk ferment is a probiotic ingredient that gently hydrates and supports a healthy skin barrier, making it a good choice for sensitive or dry skin.

Milk protein is a gentle, natural humectant that helps hydrate and soften skin, but it offers only temporary surface benefits and may not suit those with dairy allergies.

A gentle, protein-rich ingredient that helps hydrate and temporarily smooth the skin's surface, but may not be suitable for those with dairy allergies.

Milt extract is a novel, protein-packed ingredient that may help hydrate and plump skin, but research is limited and it may not suit everyone due to its animal origin.

Molasses extract is a gentle humectant that helps hydrate and soothe the skin, but research on its cosmetic benefits is still limited.

A gentle, water-based fruit juice that adds light hydration and antioxidant protection, but research on its skincare benefits is still limited.

A mild, sugar-based humectant that hydrates without irritation, making it a good option for sensitive or dry skin.

A gentle, hydrating seaweed extract that helps skin retain moisture and may calm irritation.

A gentle seaweed extract that helps hydrate and calm the skin, though research is still emerging.

A gentle, protein-rich extract that helps hydrate and temporarily smooth the skin's surface, but research on its benefits is still emerging.

A gentle fungal extract that helps hydrate and condition skin, but research is still early.

A fermented blend that may support skin hydration and barrier function, but research on its unique gold and multi-strain combination is still emerging.

A multi-strain fermented ingredient that may help balance skin microbiome and improve hydration, but research is mostly on individual strains rather than this exact blend.

A gentle, fermented multi-strain ingredient that hydrates and supports the skin barrier without irritation.

A fermented probiotic-wheat complex that helps hydrate and calm the skin, but those with gluten sensitivity should be cautious.

A gentle, plant-derived amino acid blend that helps hydrate and support the skin barrier without irritation.

A multi-ingredient blend that combines modified hyaluronic acid with peptides for potential hydration and skin-smoothing benefits, though research on this exact mix is limited.

A complex ferment blend that hydrates, soothes, and supports skin barrier health with multiple probiotic and botanical actives.

A gentle, fermented ingredient that helps hydrate and support the skin's natural barrier without irritation.

A gentle, multi-strain milk ferment that exfoliates and hydrates without harshness, ideal for sensitive skin looking for a mild glow.

Mung Bean Seed Water is a gentle, antioxidant-rich base ingredient that hydrates and soothes, but its benefits are not as well-studied as more common humectants like glycerin.

A gentle film-forming ingredient that locks in moisture and leaves skin feeling smooth without clogging pores.

A gentle, hydrating film-former that leaves skin feeling smooth and plumped without stickiness — ideal for sensitive or dry skin types.

Nahocol D is a gentle, algae-derived humectant that helps hydrate and condition skin, though research on its benefits is still emerging.

A gentle, algae-derived ingredient that helps hydrate and protect skin, but research on its specific benefits is still emerging.

A gentle, hydrating botanical water with antioxidant properties, best for soothing and refreshing normal to dry skin.

A well-researched, multi-tasking vitamin that strengthens skin, fades dark spots, and calms redness without irritation.

A gentle dual-action ingredient that combines niacinamide's barrier support with lactic acid's mild exfoliation for smoother, brighter skin.

A gentle, dual-action ingredient that exfoliates and supports the skin barrier without the irritation of standalone acids.

A gentle, multi-tasking ingredient that combines niacinamide's brightening and barrier-supporting benefits with yeast peptides for added hydration and skin-smoothing effects.

A gentle, microbiome-friendly sugar that hydrates and helps balance skin bacteria without irritation.

A hydrating, soothing extract from a unique cyanobacterium, but research on its cosmetic benefits is still emerging.

A gentle algae extract that helps hydrate skin and defend against environmental stress, though research is still early.

Oat kernel protein is a gentle, hydrating ingredient that supports the skin barrier and soothes dryness without irritation.

Okra Fruit Extract is a gentle, hydrating ingredient that forms a light film on skin to help lock in moisture and calm irritation.

Okra Seed Extract is a gentle, hydrating ingredient that helps attract moisture to the skin, but research on its benefits is still emerging.

A gentle fermented ingredient that helps hydrate and support the skin barrier without irritation.

Olive sap extract is a gentle, hydrating ingredient with antioxidant potential, but research is limited compared to more established olive-derived ingredients like olive oil or leaf extract.

Onsen-Sui is a multi-ingredient blend that mimics the benefits of hot spring water, offering hydration, soothing effects, and a cocktail of antioxidants and nutrients for the skin.

Ornithine is a gentle amino acid that helps maintain skin hydration and supports a healthy skin barrier.

Orotic acid is a gentle hydrating ingredient with some antioxidant potential, but research on its topical benefits is still limited.

A gentle, hydrating ferment that may help soothe skin and support a healthy moisture barrier.

Ozonized glycerin is a gentle, multi-tasking ingredient that hydrates while offering soothing and antimicrobial benefits, making it a promising option for acne-prone or sensitive skin.

A gentle, nutrient-packed seaweed powder that hydrates and soothes skin without irritation.

A lipid-modified hyaluronic acid that may cling to skin longer than standard hyaluronic acid, offering targeted hydration.

Pantethine is a gentle, moisturizing derivative of vitamin B5 that helps support the skin barrier and calm irritation.

Panthenol is a well-tolerated humectant that helps hydrate and soothe the skin while supporting the skin barrier.

Panthenyl Ethyl Ether is a gentle, modified form of vitamin B5 that helps hydrate and condition skin without the stickiness of traditional humectants.

A gentle, advanced version of panthenol that helps hydrate and soothe skin with better absorption than standard pro-vitamin B5.

Pantolactone is a gentle humectant that helps skin retain moisture and improves product texture, but it's less studied than its parent compound, panthenol.

Pantothenamide MEA is a gentle, vitamin B5-derived humectant that helps hydrate and soothe the skin without common irritation.

Pantothenic acid is a gentle, water-soluble vitamin that helps hydrate and soothe the skin, making it a solid choice for most skin types, especially dry or sensitive skin.

A gentle, hydrating blend of vitamin B5 and yeast peptides that helps calm and moisturize the skin.

A dual-action ingredient that gently exfoliates dead skin cells while helping to calm and hydrate the skin.

A gentle, probiotic-based exfoliant that brightens and hydrates without harsh chemicals.

Papaya Fruit Water offers gentle hydration and mild enzymatic exfoliation, but its benefits are less concentrated than papaya extract or pure enzymes.

A gentle, algae-derived humectant that helps hydrate and soothe the skin while forming a light protective film.