Beauty ingredients explained in plain English

A gentle plant extract with antioxidant potential, but research on its specific benefits for skin is still limited.

A gentle botanical extract with potential soothing and antioxidant benefits, but research on its specific effects in skincare is still limited.

A gentle plant extract with antioxidant potential, but research on its specific skin benefits is still limited.

A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant potential, but research is still emerging and benefits are not yet proven in large human studies.

A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant potential, but research on its cosmetic benefits is still limited.

A novel, lab-grown ingredient derived from horse stem cells that may support skin repair, but human research is very limited and it remains a niche, high-cost option.

A gentle botanical blend that offers antioxidant and soothing benefits, but its effectiveness depends on the specific formulation and concentration.

Horse chestnut bark extract is a gentle botanical that may help calm skin and fight free radical damage, but its effectiveness in skincare is still being studied.

A gentle botanical extract that may help calm skin and fight free radical damage, but research is still emerging.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich flower extract that may help calm skin and support a healthy-looking complexion.

A gentle, soothing floral water that may help calm irritated skin and provide mild astringent benefits, but research on its cosmetic efficacy is limited.

A gentle botanical powder that may help calm skin and support microcirculation, but raw forms can be irritating if not properly processed.

A gentle, plant-based extract that helps calm skin and fight free radical damage, but research is more focused on the seed than the leaf.

Horse fat is a traditional emollient that can soften skin, but it's not widely studied and may feel heavy for oily skin types.

A mild, amino-acid-based surfactant from horse fat that cleanses without stripping the skin.

A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant potential, but research on its specific skincare benefits is still limited.

Horseradish peroxidase is a natural enzyme that acts as a potent antioxidant, helping to neutralize free radicals and support skin resilience, though research in cosmetics is still emerging.

Horseradish Root Extract offers antioxidant and antimicrobial benefits but can be irritating for sensitive skin, especially at high concentrations.

A gentle botanical blend that may help calm skin and provide antioxidant support, but individual plant sensitivities are possible.

Horsetail extract is a gentle botanical rich in silica and antioxidants, often used to soothe and support skin barrier function.

A gentle, silica-rich plant juice that may help soothe skin and support a healthy-looking complexion, but its benefits are mostly anecdotal.

A gentle, mineral-rich botanical powder that can help soothe skin and absorb excess oil, but its benefits are modest and best suited for combination or oily skin types.

A gentle botanical powder that may help soothe skin and provide antioxidant benefits, but research is limited compared to more studied ingredients.

A gentle, plant-based antioxidant extract with limited but promising research; best for sensitive or environmentally stressed skin.

A gentle plant extract with antioxidant potential, but research is limited and benefits are not yet well-established in human skin.

A gentle, plant-derived extract that may help calm skin and fight free radicals, though research is still limited.

A fermented botanical-mineral blend that may help calm irritation and provide antioxidant protection, though research is still emerging.

A gentle, plant-based ingredient that helps calm redness and provides antioxidant protection, ideal for sensitive or acne-prone skin.

A gentle, plant-based powder that helps calm irritated skin and provides antioxidant protection, ideal for sensitive or acne-prone skin.

A gentle, plant-derived water that helps calm irritation and provides antioxidant protection, ideal for sensitive or reactive skin.

A fermented botanical extract that may calm irritation and support a healthy skin barrier, though research is still early.

A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant potential, but research on its skincare benefits is still limited.

A gentle plant extract with antioxidant potential, but research on its skincare benefits is still limited.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich flower extract with limited research but a good safety profile for most skin types.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich botanical extract that may help protect skin from environmental stress and soothe minor irritation.

A cutting-edge, biotech-derived ingredient that delivers a cocktail of growth factors and cytokines to support skin repair, but human-source ingredients raise ethical and regulatory questions.

A human-derived protein that helps hydrate and temporarily plump the skin, but its benefits are not well-studied in cosmetics and sourcing raises ethical questions.

Humic acids are gentle, antioxidant-rich compounds from ancient plant deposits that may help protect skin from environmental stress, but research is still early.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich wood extract that may help protect skin from environmental stress, but research is limited.

Huon Pine Wood Oil adds a distinctive woody fragrance to products but has limited research on skin benefits and may cause irritation in sensitive individuals.

Hyacinth Extract adds a pleasant floral scent to products but has limited proven skincare benefits beyond fragrance.

A fragrant flower extract with mild antioxidant potential, but limited research and a moderate risk of skin irritation for sensitive types.

A gentle plant extract with antioxidant potential, but research on its specific benefits for skin is still limited.

A gentle botanical extract that may help calm redness and support the skin's moisture barrier, though research is still early.

A modern hybrid of hyaluronic acid and a peptide that aims to hydrate and support skin firmness, but research is still limited.

Hyaluronic acid is a superstar hydrator that holds up to 1,000 times its weight in water, making it a go-to for plumping and smoothing skin without clogging pores.

A more stable, longer-lasting version of hyaluronic acid that clings to the skin's surface for sustained hydration without the sticky feel.

A fermented form of hyaluronic acid that may offer better absorption and hydration than standard hyaluronic acid.

A gentle, biotech-derived humectant that combines the hydrating power of hyaluronic acid with potential skin-soothing benefits from fermentation.

A next-generation humectant that binds more water and stays on skin longer than standard hyaluronic acid.

Hyaluronidase is an enzyme that breaks down hyaluronic acid in the skin, which can temporarily increase ingredient absorption but also risks irritation and moisture loss.

A lab-grown hybrid plant cell extract that may offer antioxidant and soothing benefits, but research is still early.

A mild, fragrant rose extract that can help calm skin and provide antioxidant protection, but its benefits are largely from the whole flower complex rather than a single active.

A traditional emollient oil with moisturizing benefits, but limited modern research and a moderate chance of clogging pores for some skin types.

A mild botanical extract that may help calm skin and provide antioxidant support, but research is still early.

A gentle botanical extract that may help calm skin and fight free radicals, but research is still early.

A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant and soothing potential, though research on its cosmetic benefits is still limited.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich plant extract that may help calm skin and fight environmental stress, though research is still emerging.

Hydrated silica is a gentle, mineral-based abrasive that polishes teeth and exfoliates skin without harshness, but overuse can wear down enamel or irritate sensitive skin.

Hydratropic alcohol adds a mild floral scent and helps preserve formulas, but it can be irritating for sensitive skin at higher concentrations.