Beauty ingredients explained in plain English

A gentle, natural exfoliant that sloughs off dead skin cells without harsh microplastics, but may feel too gritty for sensitive skin.

Plum seedcake extract is a gentle, antioxidant-rich ingredient that helps protect skin from environmental stress while providing light hydration.

A natural absorbent and gentle exfoliant from burned plum wood, best for oily or combination skin in rinse-off products.

A gentle botanical blend that may offer antioxidant and soothing benefits, but research is limited and mostly based on traditional use.

A traditional botanical extract with promising antimicrobial properties, but limited modern research and potential for skin irritation in sensitive individuals.

A botanical extract with antioxidant potential, but limited human studies and possible skin sensitivity concerns.

Plumeria flower oil adds a sweet floral scent and mild skin-soothing benefits, but research on its skincare effects is limited.

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

PNA is a next-generation humectant that can hold up to 4,000 times its weight in water, making it a standout hydrator for dry or dehydrated skin.

A synthetic antioxidant that may help protect skin from environmental stress, but research is still limited.

A synthetic antioxidant that may help protect skin from environmental stress, but research is still limited.

A synthetic peptide-like ingredient that may help improve skin firmness and elasticity, but research is still emerging.

A gentle plant extract with antioxidant potential, but research is limited and benefits are not yet proven in human studies.

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

A gentle, antioxidant-rich botanical extract that may help calm and protect skin, though research is still emerging.

A gentle, plant-based extract with potential soothing and antioxidant benefits, though research is still emerging.

A lab-grown Arctic willow extract that may help calm skin and fight oxidative stress, but research is still early.

A novel, colorful fruit extract with antioxidant potential, but research is still emerging and benefits are not yet well-established in skincare.

A novel plant stem cell extract with antioxidant potential, but human research is still limited.

A gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water in skincare formulas without stripping the skin.

Poloxamer 105 is a gentle synthetic ingredient that helps mix oil and water, making products feel smooth and spread easily without irritation.

Poloxamer 105 Benzoate is a gentle synthetic surfactant that helps cleanse without stripping the skin, but it offers no direct skin benefits beyond cleansing.

Poloxamer 108 is a gentle synthetic ingredient that helps cleansers foam and rinse clean without stripping the skin.

Poloxamer 122 is a gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps blend oil and water in cleansers and lotions, with a low risk of irritation.

A mild synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water in cleansers and lotions, with a low irritation profile.

Poloxamer 124 is a gentle synthetic ingredient that helps mix oil and water, making cleansers effective without stripping the skin.

Poloxamer 181 is a gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water, making it a common helper in cleansers and lotions.

Poloxamer 182 is a gentle synthetic surfactant that helps cleanse without stripping the skin's natural moisture barrier.

A gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps cleansers rinse cleanly without stripping the skin.

Poloxamer 183 is a gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water, making it a common choice for cleansers and lotions.

A gentle cleansing and softening duo that helps remove dirt without stripping the skin, but the seedate portion is not well-studied on its own.

A gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water, widely used in cleansers and lotions for its mildness.

Poloxamer 188 is a gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps blend oil and water in skincare, with low irritation potential.

Poloxamer 212 is a gentle synthetic surfactant that helps cleansers foam and rinse cleanly without stripping the skin.

Poloxamer 215 is a gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps blend oil and water in cleansers without stripping the skin.

Poloxamer 217 is a gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps blend oil and water in skincare formulas without stripping the skin.

Poloxamer 231 is a gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps blend oil and water in cleansers and lotions, with a low irritation profile.

A gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water in skincare products without stripping the skin.

A mild synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water, making cleansers and lotions feel smooth without stripping the skin.

Poloxamer 251 is a gentle, synthetic ingredient that helps cleansers remove dirt and oil without stripping the skin.

A synthetic film-former that helps products stay put and feel smooth, but it's not a star active ingredient.

Poloxamer 282 is a gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water, making it a common choice in mild cleansers and makeup removers.

Poloxamer 284 is a gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water, making it a common choice for mild cleansers and makeup removers.

A gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps mix water and oil, commonly used in cleansers and shampoos for its mildness.

Poloxamer 333 is a gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water in skincare products without stripping the skin.

Poloxamer 334 is a gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water in skincare, with a low risk of irritation.

Poloxamer 335 is a gentle synthetic ingredient that helps mix oil and water in cleansers and lotions, making products feel smooth without stripping the skin.

A gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps cleansers rinse cleanly without stripping the skin.

A synthetic film-former that helps products stay put and feel smooth, but offers no direct skin benefit.

A mild synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water, generally safe and well-tolerated in skincare.

Poloxamer 402 is a gentle synthetic ingredient that helps cleansers and makeup removers work effectively without stripping the skin.

Poloxamer 407 is a gentle, synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water in skincare products without causing irritation or clogging pores.

Poloxamine 1101 is a gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water in skincare products without causing irritation.

A gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water in skincare, with low irritation potential.

A gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps blend oil and water in cleansers and lotions with low irritation risk.

A gentle synthetic surfactant that helps cleanse and stabilize products without stripping the skin.

A gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps blend oil and water in cleansers and lotions, with low irritation potential.

Poloxamine 1304 is a gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps blend oil and water in cleansers and lotions, with low irritation potential.

Poloxamine 1307 is a gentle synthetic ingredient that helps mix oil and water in formulas, making cleansers and lotions more stable and less irritating.

A gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps blend oil and water in skincare products without stripping the skin.