Beauty ingredients explained in plain English

Logwood extract is a natural pigment and antioxidant, but its skincare benefits are less studied than its coloring ability.

A gentle, plant-based oil that hydrates and softens skin without feeling greasy, though research on its specific benefits is still limited.

Longan fruit extract is a gentle antioxidant that may help protect skin from environmental stress, but research on its topical benefits is still limited.

A gentle plant-based antioxidant that helps protect skin from environmental stress, though research is still emerging.

Longifolene is a natural pine-derived fragrance compound with some emerging research on anti-inflammatory benefits, but its primary role in skincare is scent.

A gentle plant-based exfoliant that helps smooth skin without harsh scrubbing, but research on its benefits is still limited.

A gentle, plant-derived antioxidant with limited research, best used as a supporting ingredient in soothing formulations.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich plant extract that helps protect skin from environmental stress and may calm irritation.

A gentle botanical powder that may help calm skin and provide antioxidant benefits, but research is still early.

A gentle, lab-grown plant cell ingredient that may help calm and protect skin, but research is still early.

A gentle, natural exfoliating powder from loquat seeds, best for physical scrubs and masks, but research on its skincare benefits is still limited.

A gentle botanical blend that may help calm skin and fight oxidative stress, but research is still early.

A nutrient-rich botanical blend that may help protect skin from environmental stress and support a healthy glow, though human studies are limited.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich botanical blend that may help calm skin and protect against environmental stress.

A gentle, plant-based antioxidant from lotus stem cells that may help calm and protect skin, though human studies are limited.

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

A gentle plant extract that may help protect skin from environmental stress, though research is still emerging.

A gentle fermented lotus extract that may help calm skin and defend against environmental stress, though human studies are limited.

Lotus flower extract is a gentle, antioxidant-rich botanical that helps soothe and hydrate skin without irritation.

A gentle, naturally fragrant oil that hydrates and soothes skin, but scientific evidence for its unique benefits is still limited.

A gentle botanical powder that can help calm skin and provide mild antioxidant protection, but its benefits are modest compared to more concentrated extracts.

Lotus flower water is a mild, hydrating botanical water that soothes skin and adds a subtle floral scent, but its benefits beyond basic moisture are not strongly backed by research.

A gentle, plant-derived wax that adds a smooth, non-greasy feel to lip and skin products, with low irritation potential.

A gentle, water-like juice from the lotus plant that hydrates and provides antioxidant protection, ideal for sensitive or dehydrated skin.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich extract from lotus seeds that may help protect skin from environmental stress and support a calm, even-looking complexion.

A gentle, lab-grown lotus ingredient that helps protect skin from environmental stress and may calm irritation.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich fermented ingredient that may help soothe skin and protect against environmental stress, though human studies are limited.

A gentle, plant-based antioxidant extract that may help soothe and protect skin, though human research is still limited.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich botanical extract that helps calm irritated skin and provides light hydration without clogging pores.

Lotus root powder is a gentle, antioxidant-rich ingredient that helps soothe skin and absorb excess oil without clogging pores.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich water that hydrates and soothes the skin, ideal for sensitive or dry types.

A gentle, plant-based antioxidant that helps calm irritation and protect skin from environmental stress.

A gentle fermented ingredient that may help soothe and protect the skin, though human studies are limited.

A gentle, non-greasy oil that hydrates and provides antioxidant protection, suitable for most skin types including sensitive skin.

A gentle, natural exfoliating powder with antioxidant properties, best suited for rinse-off products like masks and scrubs.

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

A gentle, antioxidant-rich extract from lotus sprouts that helps calm and protect skin from environmental stress.

Lotus stem extract is a gentle, antioxidant-rich ingredient that helps soothe and hydrate skin without irritation.

A gentle, biotech-derived antioxidant that may help protect skin from environmental stress while supporting hydration.

A potent antioxidant bark extract that can help protect skin from environmental stress, but may cause irritation in sensitive individuals due to its natural aromatic compounds.

Lovage leaf extract is a gentle botanical antioxidant that may help calm skin and protect against environmental stress, but research is still early.

Lovage leaf oil adds a fresh, herbal scent to products but may cause irritation in sensitive skin, so it's best used in low concentrations.

Lovage Root Extract is a gentle botanical antioxidant that may help calm skin and protect against environmental stress, but research is still early.

Lovage Root Oil adds a herbal, celery-like scent to products but has limited research on skin benefits and may irritate sensitive skin.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich fruit extract that helps protect skin from environmental stress and supports a healthy-looking complexion.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich fruit juice that helps protect skin from environmental stress while providing light hydration.

A gentle, natural exfoliant from blueberry seeds that also provides antioxidant benefits, best suited for rinse-off products.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich fruit extract that may help protect skin from environmental stress while providing light hydration.

A gentle plant extract that may help protect skin from environmental stress and support hydration, though research is still early.

Luffa cylindrica is a natural exfoliant that gently buffs away dead skin cells, but it can be too abrasive for sensitive skin if used too aggressively.

A novel biotech ingredient from luffa plant cells that may offer antioxidant benefits, but research is still early.

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

A gentle, plant-derived humectant that helps hydrate and calm the skin, though research is still emerging.

Luffa extract is a gentle, plant-derived antioxidant that may help soothe skin and fight free radicals, but research on its cosmetic benefits is still limited.

A gentle, natural physical exfoliant from the luffa gourd, but can be too abrasive for sensitive or compromised skin.

Luffa fruit water is a mild, plant-derived hydrator that can soothe and refresh skin, but it has limited research and is not a powerhouse active.

Luffa Leaf Extract is a gentle botanical with antioxidant and soothing potential, but research is still early and benefits are not yet proven in human studies.

A gentle, plant-based extract with early evidence of soothing and antioxidant benefits, but more research is needed to confirm its efficacy in skincare.

Luffa seed oil is a gentle, plant-based emollient that helps soften and smooth skin without clogging pores.

Luffa Stem Extract is a gentle, antioxidant-rich botanical that may help calm skin and fight free radical damage, but research on its cosmetic benefits is still limited.