Beauty ingredients explained in plain English

A gentle, plant-based emollient that helps reinforce the skin’s moisture barrier without clogging pores.

Stillingia Root Extract is a gentle botanical with traditional soothing and antimicrobial uses, but modern cosmetic research is limited.

Stinging Nettle Extract is a gentle botanical that may help calm skin and provide antioxidant protection, but its benefits are modest and not as well-studied as some other plant extracts.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich plant juice that can help calm irritated skin and provide light hydration.

A gentle botanical powder that may help calm irritation and provide antioxidant protection, but its benefits in skincare are not yet strongly backed by clinical studies.

A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant potential, but limited human studies on its skincare benefits.

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

A gentle plant extract with antioxidant potential, but research is limited and it may not be a standout ingredient.

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

A gentle botanical water that may help calm skin and provide antioxidant support, though research is limited.

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

A gentle, antioxidant-rich ingredient from strawberry stem cells that may help protect skin from environmental stress, though human studies are limited.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich botanical extract from strawberry tops that may help calm skin and fight free radical damage, though research is still early.

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

A mild, plant-based antioxidant extract that may help calm skin and fight free radicals, though research is still early.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich fruit extract that may help brighten and soothe skin, but benefits are mostly from whole-fruit properties rather than a single active.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich fruit juice that adds a touch of nourishment and a pleasant natural scent to skincare formulas.

Strawberry fruit powder offers gentle physical exfoliation and antioxidant benefits, but its effectiveness depends on particle size and formulation.

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

Strawberry seed extract is a gentle, antioxidant-rich ingredient that helps protect skin from environmental stress and supports a healthy-looking complexion.

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

A gentle, antioxidant-rich plant extract from strawberry runners that may help soothe and protect skin, though research is still early.

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

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

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

A probiotic ferment that may help balance the skin microbiome and strengthen the skin barrier, though research is still early.

A gentle probiotic ingredient that may help calm irritation and support a balanced skin microbiome.

A gentle, biotech-derived ferment that may help calm and condition the skin, though research is still emerging.

A biotech ferment extract with early research suggesting soothing benefits, but human studies are limited.

A gentle, biotech-derived ingredient that may help calm and support the skin barrier, but research is still emerging.

A gentle, biotech-derived ferment that may help calm irritation and support a balanced skin microbiome, though human research is still limited.

A gentle, biotech-derived ingredient that may help hydrate and support the skin barrier, but research is still early.

A bacterial extract with promising anti-inflammatory potential, but research is still early and mostly lab-based.

Strontium acetate can help calm reactive skin by temporarily blocking nerve signals that cause stinging or burning, but it is not a treatment for underlying skin conditions.

Strontium chloride is a gentle mineral salt that helps calm irritated skin and reduce redness, making it a solid choice for sensitive skin formulas.

Strontium chloride hexahydrate is a mineral salt that can help calm reactive skin by temporarily reducing the sensation of stinging, itching, or flushing.

Strontium hydroxide can help calm irritated skin by temporarily blocking nerve signals, but it is not a moisturizer or treatment for underlying skin conditions.

A strong oxidizing agent used in hair bleaching that can be irritating; not common in everyday skincare.

Strontium sulfide is an effective hair-removal chemical, but it can be harsh and irritating, especially for sensitive skin.

Strontium thioglycolate is a common active in depilatory creams that dissolves hair, but it can be irritating and has a strong odor.

A gentle, plant-based oil that helps soften and condition skin, but research on its benefits is still limited.

A protein-rich ingredient from sturgeon fluid that may help hydrate and temporarily firm skin, but scientific evidence is limited and it comes with ethical and sustainability concerns.

A novel, hydrating ingredient from sturgeon mucus that may help soothe and moisturize skin, but research is still limited.

Styralyl Alcohol is a synthetic fragrance ingredient that adds a light floral scent but may cause irritation in sensitive individuals.

A synthetic fragrance ingredient that adds a sweet, floral scent to products; generally considered safe at low concentrations but may cause sensitivity in some individuals.

A synthetic polymer that helps makeup last longer and feel smoother, but offers no skincare benefit.

A safe, synthetic film-former that helps makeup last longer and feel smoother, but it's not a skincare active.

A synthetic polymer that helps reduce frizz and improve the feel of hair and skin, but offers no active skincare benefits.

A synthetic polymer that helps products stay put, but offers no skin benefit and may feel stiff or heavy on some.

A synthetic polymer that helps makeup and skincare last longer by forming a flexible, water-resistant film on skin or hair.

A synthetic polymer that helps products stay put and feel smooth, but offers no active skincare benefits.

A synthetic film former that helps makeup and sunscreen stay put, but may feel heavy on some skin types.

A synthetic polymer that helps makeup stay put and feel silky, but offers no skincare benefit.

A synthetic film-former that helps makeup last longer and resist water, but may feel heavy on some skin types.

A synthetic polymer that helps makeup and sunscreen stay put longer, but offers no active skincare benefit.

A synthetic powder that improves product feel and absorbs excess oil, but offers no active skincare benefits.

A safe synthetic polymer that helps makeup and skincare products stay put without clogging pores or causing irritation.

A safe, synthetic film-former that helps products stay put and resist water, but offers no skincare benefit itself.

A synthetic polymer that helps makeup last longer and feel smoother, but offers no skincare benefit and may feel heavy on some skin types.

A synthetic film-former that helps makeup and sunscreen last longer, but offers no active skincare benefit.