Beauty ingredients explained in plain English

A mild, plant-based emulsifier that helps create stable, creamy textures without common irritation.

A gentle, olive-derived emulsifier that creates stable, creamy textures with low irritation potential.

A gentle, plant-based emulsifier that helps create stable, creamy formulas without common irritants.

A gentle, plant-derived emulsifier that helps mix oil and water in formulas without stripping the skin.

A gentle emulsifier that helps oil and water mix, making creams and lotions smooth and stable.

Sorbitan Sesquioleate is a gentle, effective emulsifier that helps mix water and oil in creams and lotions, with a low risk of irritation or clogging pores.

A gentle, reliable emulsifier that helps create smooth, stable creams and lotions without common irritation concerns.

A reliable emulsifier that keeps formulas stable, but may be slightly pore-clogging for acne-prone skin.

Sorbitan Trioleate is a reliable emulsifier that helps mix oil and water in creams and lotions, but it may be moderately comedogenic for acne-prone skin.

Sorbitan Tristearate is a gentle, plant-derived emulsifier that helps create smooth, stable creams and lotions without common irritation or pore-clogging concerns.

A mild, non-irritating emulsifier that helps blend water and oil in skincare products while offering light skin-conditioning benefits.

Sorbitol is a gentle, plant-derived humectant that hydrates the skin without clogging pores, making it a safe choice for most skin types.

A gentle film-forming ingredient that helps products stay put longer, especially in water-resistant formulas.

Sorbityl Acetate is a gentle humectant that helps hydrate the skin and improve product feel, but it is less studied than classic humectants like glycerin.

A mild, plant-based conditioning ingredient that softens hair and helps control odor-causing microbes without harshness.

A gentle, effective emulsifier that helps create stable, creamy textures without common irritation concerns.

A modern humectant that pulls moisture into skin while leaving a smooth, non-sticky finish — great for dry or dehydrated skin.

A gentle, semi-synthetic humectant that helps hydrate skin and may offer mild antioxidant protection, but research is still limited.

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

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

A gentle, antioxidant-rich oil that hydrates and soothes without clogging pores, though research on its specific benefits is still limited.

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

Sorghum extract is a gentle, antioxidant-rich botanical that helps calm skin and protect against environmental stress.

A gentle, plant-derived antioxidant that may help calm skin and defend against environmental stress, though human studies are limited.

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

A gentle botanical extract that helps calm irritation and defend against environmental stress, ideal for sensitive or reactive skin.

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

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

A gentle, antioxidant-rich fruit extract that offers mild exfoliation and brightening benefits, suitable for most skin types.

A gentle, naturally derived hydrating base with mild antioxidant benefits, best for normal to dry skin types.

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

A plant-based antioxidant extract that may help calm skin and fight free radicals, but human research is limited.

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

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

A gentle, natural powdered exfoliant from soursop seeds, but research on its skincare benefits is still limited.

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

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

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

A gentle, lab-grown soybean extract that helps protect skin from environmental stress and may support a more even tone.

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

A mild, plant-based conditioning ingredient that leaves hair soft and manageable without heavy buildup.

A gentle, fermented ingredient that helps hydrate and support the skin barrier without irritation.

Soy fiber is a gentle, natural exfoliant that helps smooth skin without harsh microbeads, but it may not suit very sensitive or acne-prone skin if left on.

Soy Flour is a gentle, natural exfoliant that also helps soothe and condition the skin, making it a good choice for sensitive skin types.

A gentle, water-based extract from soybean leaves and stems that may help calm and protect skin, though research is still early.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich extract from soybean sprouts that may help support skin firmness and hydration without irritation.

A gentle, plant-based antioxidant that helps protect skin from environmental stress without clogging pores.

A gentle plant-based antioxidant that may help shield skin from pollution and UV damage, though research is still emerging.

Soy milk is a mild, hydrating ingredient that can help soothe and soften skin, but it is not a substitute for medical treatments.

A gentle, plant-derived peptide that may help support skin firmness and hydration with minimal irritation risk.

A plant-based alternative to placenta extracts that may offer antioxidant and skin-conditioning benefits, but human research is limited.

A biotech ingredient from soybean cells that may support skin health, but human research is limited.

A botanical extract from soybeans that may offer antioxidant and skin-conditioning benefits, but human evidence is limited.

A gentle, fermented soy protein that helps hydrate and calm the skin, suitable for sensitive types.

A modified soy protein that helps products form a flexible film on skin or hair, but its phthalate modification raises questions for cautious consumers.

A natural, gentle exfoliant that polishes skin without harsh microbeads, suitable for most skin types.

A gentle, plant-based antioxidant that helps defend skin from environmental stress and may support a more even tone.

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

A gentle, plant-based emollient that mimics the skin's natural lipids to support barrier function and softness.

A gentle, biotech-derived soybean extract that may support skin firmness and antioxidant defense, though research is still emerging.