Beauty ingredients explained in plain English

A gentle, soy-derived conditioning ingredient that reduces static and softens hair without heavy buildup.

A gentle, plant-derived conditioning ingredient that reduces static and softens hair without heavy buildup.

Soyamide DEA helps create rich lather and thick texture in cleansers, but it may cause mild irritation for sensitive skin and has raised some safety concerns due to potential contamination with DEA-related impurities.

A gentle, plant-based surfactant that helps create rich lather and thicken cleansers, but may be less effective in hard water.

A gentle conditioning ingredient from soy that reduces static and softens hair, but may cause mild irritation in sensitive skin.

A gentle, coconut-derived surfactant that cleanses without stripping the skin, making it ideal for sensitive or dry skin types.

A gentle, plant-derived conditioning agent that softens hair and skin without heavy buildup.

A gentle, soy-derived conditioning ingredient that reduces static and improves softness without heavy buildup, suitable for most hair types.

A gentle conditioning ingredient derived from wheat protein that helps reduce static and improve softness in hair and skin.

A gentle, plant-derived surfactant that helps create rich foam and improve cleansing without stripping the skin.

Soyamine is a plant-derived emulsifier that helps mix oil and water, but it may be moderately irritating for sensitive skin.

A gentle conditioning agent from soy that helps soften hair and skin, but may cause irritation for sensitive types at higher concentrations.

Soybean extract is a gentle, antioxidant-rich ingredient that helps hydrate and protect the skin, but may not be suitable for those with soy allergies.

Soybean Lipids are gentle, plant-derived emollients that replenish the skin barrier and provide lasting softness without clogging pores.

Soybean oil is a gentle, nourishing emollient that helps soften and smooth skin, but it may clog pores for some people.

A stable antioxidant that combines the benefits of soybean oil and ferulic acid to help protect skin from oxidative stress.

A gentle, semi-synthetic emollient that softens skin without clogging pores, ideal for sensitive and dry skin types.

A gentle emulsifier that helps mix oil and water, but its PEG component raises mild purity concerns for some users.

A gentle, PEG-modified soybean oil that helps mix oil and water in cleansers and lotions, but may raise concerns for those avoiding PEG compounds.

A gentle emulsifier that helps blend oil and water in skincare products, with mild skin-conditioning benefits.

A mild, eco-friendly emulsifier that helps blend water and oil in your skincare products without stripping the skin.

A gentle, semi-synthetic emollient that softens skin without clogging pores, suitable for most skin types.

A gentle, plant-derived ingredient that helps soothe and support the skin barrier without clogging pores.

A gentle, plant-based ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin, but its benefits are modest compared to more researched actives.

A gentle antioxidant-rich extract that helps calm skin and fight free radicals, ideal for sensitive or aging skin.

A gentle, hydrating water from soybeans that also offers antioxidant protection, suitable for most skin types.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich extract from soybean processing that may help calm and protect the skin.

A gentle, positively charged wheat protein that bonds to hair and skin to improve moisture, strength, and feel without heavy buildup.

A gentle, plant-derived conditioning ingredient that helps reduce static and soften hair without heavy buildup.

A gentle, plant-derived conditioning ingredient that helps soften hair and reduce frizz without heavy buildup.

A gentle, lab-grown botanical extract that may help calm skin and fight free radicals, but research is still early.

Spanish Moss Extract is a gentle botanical antioxidant that may help soothe and protect skin, but research is still emerging.

A gentle herbal extract that may help calm skin and fight free radical damage, but research is still early.

Spanish Sage Leaf Oil adds a fresh herbal scent and may offer mild antimicrobial benefits, but it can be irritating for sensitive skin.

Spanish Sage Oil offers antimicrobial and soothing benefits but can be irritating for sensitive skin if used undiluted or at high concentrations.

A fermented mushroom-lichen blend that may offer antioxidant and soothing benefits, but research is still early.

A gentle, fermented mushroom extract that may help calm skin and defend against environmental stress, though research is still early.

A mushroom-derived powder that may help soothe skin and fight oxidative stress, but research is still early.

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

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

Spearmint extract offers a refreshing, soothing feel with mild astringent benefits, but its fragrance components can irritate sensitive skin.

Spearmint Leaf Extract offers gentle soothing and antioxidant benefits, but its effects are mild and best suited for normal to oily skin types.

Spearmint Leaf Juice offers a gentle, minty refresh for normal to oily skin, but its benefits are mostly anecdotal and it may cause sensitivity in very reactive skin.

Spearmint Leaf Oil adds a fresh minty scent and mild antimicrobial benefits, but can be irritating for sensitive skin in high concentrations.

Spearmint leaf powder offers gentle astringent and soothing benefits, but its effectiveness in skincare is not well-studied and may vary by formulation.

Spearmint oil adds a fresh minty scent and mild antimicrobial benefits, but can irritate sensitive skin at high concentrations.

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

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

Spelt seed water is a gentle, hydrating ingredient that provides antioxidant benefits and helps soothe the skin, making it a good choice for sensitive or dry skin types.

A sustainable, plant-based wax that helps thicken and stabilize formulas while providing a smooth, non-greasy feel.

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

A gentle botanical extract with soothing and antioxidant potential, best for sensitive or irritated skin, though research is still emerging.

Spermidine is a promising anti-aging ingredient that encourages skin cell renewal and may help reduce fine lines, but human research is still limited.

A gentle brown algae extract that may help calm skin and fight free radical damage, but research is still early.

A gentle, water-loving moss extract that helps hydrate and calm the skin, but research on its specific benefits is still emerging.

A gentle, natural extract from sphagnum moss that may help calm irritated skin and provide light hydration, but research is still early.

A skin-identical lipid that strengthens the moisture barrier and calms sensitivity.

A gentle, probiotic-derived ingredient that may help balance the skin microbiome and strengthen the skin barrier.

Sphingolipids are essential building blocks for a healthy skin barrier, helping to lock in moisture and protect against irritation.

A gentle, biotech-derived ingredient that supports the skin barrier and boosts hydration without irritation.