Beauty ingredients explained in plain English

A gentle, biotech-derived antioxidant that may help protect skin from environmental stress, though human research is still limited.

A gentle fermented yeast ingredient that helps hydrate and support the skin barrier, especially beneficial for dry or sensitive skin.

A gentle, biotech-derived ingredient that combines yeast ferment with silicon to support skin comfort and a healthy-looking barrier.

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

A gentle, antioxidant-rich botanical extract that helps soothe and protect the skin from environmental stress.

A unique, jelly-like polysaccharide from a rare algae that helps hydrate and soothe skin while forming a protective film.

A gentle, plant-based emulsifier that helps create smooth, stable creams and lotions with a pleasant feel.

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

A gentle, plant-derived antioxidant that may help soothe skin and fight free radicals, but research is still early.

A gentle, fermented ingredient that helps calm irritation and supports a healthy skin barrier, ideal for sensitive or reactive skin.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich flower water that can help calm skin, but it's not a powerhouse ingredient on its own.

A gentle, natural exfoliating powder from safflower petals that also adds a warm hue and antioxidant benefits to skincare products.

A mild, floral water that can add light hydration and a soothing touch to skincare, but its benefits are subtle and not as well-researched as other ingredients.

A mild, plant-based emollient that helps soften and smooth skin without clogging pores.

Safflower oleosomes are a gentle, plant-based moisturizing ingredient that mimics the skin's own lipid structure, offering lightweight hydration without clogging pores.

A gentle, plant-derived conditioning ingredient that softens skin and detangles hair without heavy greasiness.

A silky, non-greasy emollient made from safflower oil that hydrates and smooths skin with a lightweight feel.

A gentle, semi-synthetic emollient that helps moisturize and stabilize formulas without clogging pores.

A gentle, semi-synthetic emollient that softens skin and improves product texture without clogging pores.

A mild, eco-friendly emulsifier that helps blend oil and water in skincare products while leaving skin feeling soft.

A mild, eco-friendly emulsifier that helps blend oil and water in skincare formulas while leaving skin feeling soft.

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

A gentle, plant-based antioxidant that may help calm and protect skin, though research is still early.

A gentle, safflower-derived conditioning ingredient that helps detangle and soften hair without heavy buildup.

A mild, amino-acid-based cleanser that gently removes dirt without stripping the skin barrier.

A mild, protein-based cleansing agent that cleans without stripping and leaves skin feeling soft.

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

A gentle, antioxidant-rich botanical extract that may help brighten skin and fight free radical damage, but its high cost and limited clinical data mean it's often used more for marketing than proven results.

A gentle, lab-grown saffron extract that may help protect skin from environmental stress and calm irritation, though research is still early.

A gentle plant stem cell extract that may help protect skin from environmental stress and support a more even tone.

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

Sage extract offers antioxidant and soothing benefits, but its astringent properties may be drying for some skin types.

A mild, aromatic water that can soothe skin and provide antioxidant benefits, but is not a powerhouse active ingredient.

Sage juice is a gentle, antioxidant-rich water extract that can help soothe and protect skin, but it is not a powerhouse active and may cause sensitivity in rare cases.

Sage leaf extract offers antioxidant protection and mild soothing benefits, but its astringent properties may be drying for some skin types.

Sage Leaf Water offers gentle astringency and antioxidant benefits, making it a nice addition to toners and mists for normal to oily skin, but it's not a powerhouse active.

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

Sagebrush extract is a gentle botanical with antioxidant potential, but research on its skincare benefits is still emerging.

A fragrant botanical oil with traditional uses, but limited modern research on its specific skincare benefits and a moderate risk of skin irritation.

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

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

A plant-based powder that may offer gentle exfoliation and antioxidant benefits, but its use in skincare is still emerging and requires caution due to potential irritation.

A gentle, plant-based extract that adds hydration and antioxidant protection, but research on its specific benefits is still limited.

A gentle, hydrating microalgae extract with antioxidant potential, best for soothing and moisturizing sensitive skin.

Saisin Ekisu is a gentle botanical extract that may help calm skin and provide antioxidant support, but research is limited.

A gentle, aromatic plant water that may offer mild soothing and antioxidant benefits, but research is limited.

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

A fragrant essential oil from fir needles that adds a forest-like scent to products, but may irritate sensitive skin due to its aromatic compounds.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich fruit juice from a wild raspberry that may help soothe and protect skin, but research is limited.

A mild, fragrant flower extract that may help calm skin and fight free radicals, but research is still limited.

A gentle, natural exfoliant from cherry blossoms that can help smooth skin without harsh abrasion, but its benefits beyond texture are not well-studied.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich root extract that may help protect skin from environmental stress, but research on its topical benefits is still limited.

A gentle botanical powder with antioxidant potential, but research in skincare is limited and mostly based on traditional use.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich wood extract that may help calm skin and protect against environmental stress, though human studies are limited.

A gentle plant extract with antioxidant potential, but research in cosmetics is still limited.

A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant and soothing potential, though research is still emerging.

Salcolin is a plant antioxidant with some soothing potential, but research is still early and it's not widely used in mainstream skincare.

A gentle, plant-derived exfoliant that may help smooth skin and calm minor irritation, but it is less potent than salicylic acid.

Salicylaldehyde is a fragrant compound with mild antimicrobial properties, but it can be a skin sensitizer for some people.

Salicylamide is a gentler cousin of salicylic acid that may help exfoliate and calm skin, but research on its cosmetic benefits is still limited.