Beauty ingredients explained in plain English

A gentle, plant-based antioxidant that may help protect skin from environmental stress, though research is still early.

A gentle, plant-derived antioxidant that may help protect skin from environmental stress, though human studies are limited.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich flower extract from the Himalayas that may help soothe and protect skin, though research is still early.

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

A gentle, plant-derived ingredient that may help calm irritation and provide light hydration, but research on its specific benefits is still limited.

A mild botanical extract that may help calm skin and provide antioxidant protection, but research is limited.

A gentle, fragrant flower oil that adds a light emollient feel and a subtle floral scent, but research on its specific skin benefits is limited.

Lily Hybrid Extract is a gentle botanical ingredient that may help soothe skin and provide antioxidant protection, but research is limited.

A gentle, lab-grown plant extract that may help protect skin from environmental stress, but research is still early.

A fragrant flower extract with mild antioxidant potential, but its main role in skincare is scent—and it can be irritating for sensitive skin.

A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant potential, but limited human studies and a known skin sensitization risk in some individuals.

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

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

A gentle botanical blend that may help calm skin and provide antioxidant support, though research is limited.

A gentle botanical extract that adds a light citrus scent and a touch of antioxidant support, but research on its direct skin benefits is limited.

Lime fruit extract adds a fresh citrus scent and mild antioxidant benefits, but its potential for skin irritation means it's best for those without sensitive skin.

Lime oil adds a fresh citrus scent and some antioxidant activity, but it can be irritating for sensitive skin and may increase sun sensitivity.

Lime fruit water offers a light, refreshing feel and mild astringent action, but its natural acidity and phototoxic potential require careful formulation.

Lime leaf extract offers antioxidant benefits and a light astringent effect, but may cause irritation in sensitive skin due to natural citrus compounds.

Lime peel oil adds a bright citrus scent to products but can be irritating for sensitive skin and increases sun sensitivity.

Lime peel powder offers gentle physical exfoliation and a bright scent, but its citrus oils can cause irritation or photosensitivity in some people.

Lime Peel Water adds a fresh citrus scent and mild astringency to products, but its fragrance can be irritating for sensitive skin.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich oil that hydrates and soothes skin without clogging pores.

A gentle, plant-derived emollient that helps strengthen the skin barrier and offers antioxidant protection without clogging pores.

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

Limonene adds a fresh citrus scent but can be a skin sensitizer, especially when oxidized.

A plant-based antioxidant extract that may help calm skin and fight free radicals, though research is still early.

A gentle, natural exfoliating powder from wood apple bark, best for those who prefer plant-based physical exfoliants.

A natural, gritty powder that physically exfoliates skin, but its coarse texture may be too harsh for sensitive or compromised skin.

A gentle, natural wood powder that helps slough off dead skin and absorb excess oil, but lacks strong clinical research.

Limus is a gentle, seaweed-derived ingredient that may help calm irritated skin and support hydration, though research is still emerging.

Limus Extract is a gentle botanical antioxidant that may help calm skin and fight free radicals, but research is limited.

Linalool is a common fragrant component of many essential oils; it can cause skin sensitization in some people, especially when oxidized.

Linalool Dihydroepoxide is a synthetic scent ingredient that can cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals, especially when oxidized.

Linalool oxide is a common fragrance ingredient that can cause skin sensitivity in some people, especially when oxidized.

Linalyl acetate is a fragrant ester from lavender and other plants that adds a floral, calming scent to products, but may cause sensitivity in some individuals.

Linalyl anthranilate is a synthetic fragrance ingredient that adds a floral, fruity scent to products, but it may cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.

Linalyl Benzoate is a synthetic fragrance ester that adds a pleasant scent to products, but its primary role is aesthetic rather than functional for skin health.

Linalyl butyrate is a synthetic fragrance ingredient that adds a floral, fruity scent to products; it is generally considered safe at low concentrations but may cause sensitivity in some individuals.

Linalyl Cinnamate is a synthetic fragrance ingredient that adds a sweet, floral scent to products but may cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals.

Linalyl Formate is a synthetic fragrance ingredient that adds a floral, fruity scent to products; it is generally considered safe at low concentrations but may cause sensitivity in some individuals.

A synthetic fragrance ester that adds a floral, slightly fruity scent to products; generally considered safe at low concentrations but may cause sensitivity in some individuals.

A synthetic fragrance ingredient that adds a floral, lavender-like scent; generally safe at low concentrations but may cause sensitivity in some individuals.

Linalyl isovalerate is a synthetic fragrance ingredient that adds a pleasant scent to products; it is generally considered safe at low concentrations but may cause sensitivity in some individuals.

Linalyl Methyl Ether is a synthetic scent ingredient that adds a fresh, floral note but may cause irritation in sensitive individuals.

A synthetic fragrance ester that adds a sweet, floral scent but offers no direct skin benefit.

Linalyl propionate is a synthetic fragrance ingredient that adds a floral, lavender-like scent to products; it is generally considered safe at low concentrations but may cause sensitivity in some individuals.

A gentle, fragrant oil that softens skin and provides antioxidant benefits, but research on its specific effects is limited.

A gentle, plant-derived ingredient that helps calm irritated skin and provides antioxidant protection without common irritants.

A gentle, plant-based extract blend that may help calm irritation and defend against environmental stress, though clinical evidence is limited.

A gentle, plant-based ingredient that helps calm irritated skin and provides antioxidant protection without clogging pores.

A gentle floral water that can soothe and lightly tone the skin, but its benefits are mostly anecdotal and not backed by strong clinical evidence.

A gentle, plant-based extract that may help calm irritated skin and provide antioxidant protection, though research is still emerging.

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

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

A gentle, hydrating botanical water that can replace plain water in formulas, offering mild soothing and antioxidant benefits.

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

A gentle, antioxidant-rich root extract that may help calm skin and fight free radical damage, though research is still early.

Lindera twig oil offers a natural, aromatic option for soothing and antioxidant support, but its potency means it should be used in low concentrations to avoid irritation.

Lindera Umbellata Leaf Oil is a natural essential oil that adds a pleasant scent and may offer mild antioxidant benefits, but it carries a moderate risk of skin irritation, especially for sensitive skin.