Beauty ingredients explained in plain English

A gentle, aromatic water from tangerine leaves that adds a light citrus scent and mild antioxidant benefits to skincare, but lacks strong clinical research.

A gentle antioxidant-rich extract that may help brighten skin and protect against environmental stressors, but its effects are mild compared to more potent actives.

Tangerine Peel Oil adds a bright citrus scent to products and may offer mild antioxidant benefits, but it can be irritating for sensitive skin and may increase sun sensitivity.

A gentle, natural physical exfoliant with antioxidant benefits, best suited for normal to combination skin types.

A gentle, aromatic water from tangerine peels that offers light antioxidant benefits and a fresh scent, but its effects are mild compared to concentrated citrus extracts.

A gentle antioxidant from citrus that helps protect skin from environmental stress without irritation.

Tannic acid is a plant antioxidant that can help soothe and tighten skin, but it may irritate sensitive skin at higher concentrations.

Tansy extract is a plant-based ingredient with antioxidant potential, but its use in skincare is still emerging and may cause irritation in sensitive individuals.

Tansy flower extract offers astringent and soothing benefits, but its use in skincare is limited by potential skin irritation and lack of robust safety data.

Tansy flower oil is a fragrant botanical oil with limited modern skincare research; it may offer antimicrobial benefits but carries a moderate risk of skin irritation and is best used in low concentrations.

Tapioca starch is a gentle, plant-based powder that helps control shine and gives a silky feel without clogging pores.

A gentle, plant-based powder that soaks up excess oil and gives a smooth, non-greasy feel without clogging pores.

A gentle, oil-absorbing powder that gives a smooth, matte feel without clogging pores.

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

A traditional emollient oil with a rich fatty acid profile, best for dry or rough skin but may be comedogenic for acne-prone types.

A gentle, plant-based antioxidant that may help calm skin and fight free radical damage, though research on its cosmetic benefits is still limited.

A gentle, plant-based extract that may help calm irritation and provide antioxidant protection, though research on its topical benefits is still limited.

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

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

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

Tartaric acid is a gentle AHA exfoliant that helps smooth skin texture and brighten complexion, but it can cause irritation if overused.

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

A gentle antioxidant extract from Tartary buckwheat seeds that may help calm skin and protect against environmental stress.

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

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

A gentle, antioxidant-rich botanical powder that may help protect skin from environmental stress and support a balanced microbiome.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich botanical extract that may help protect skin from environmental stress, though human studies are limited.

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

Taurine is a gentle antioxidant and hydrator that helps protect skin from environmental stress and supports moisture balance.

Taxamairin A is a plant-derived antioxidant with early research suggesting it may help protect skin from environmental stress, but it is not yet widely studied in cosmetics.

Taxamairin C is a rare plant antioxidant from yew trees with promising lab data, but human skin studies are still limited.

Taxiresinol is a plant-derived antioxidant that may help calm skin and fight free radical damage, but research is still early.

A plant stem cell ingredient that may help protect skin from environmental stress, but human research is still limited.

Tayuya Root Extract is a gentle botanical with traditional anti-inflammatory uses, but modern skincare evidence is limited.

Tazarotene is a potent prescription retinoid that effectively treats acne and reduces fine lines, but it requires careful use due to high irritation potential.

TBHQ is a synthetic preservative that keeps oils fresh, but its safety is debated at higher concentrations.

A synthetic antioxidant that helps keep your products fresh, but it's not a star ingredient for your skin.

A synthetic antioxidant that helps keep oils and fats from going rancid, but it's not a star active for skin benefits.

A gentle antioxidant duo from green tea and ginseng that helps protect skin from environmental stress and may support a calmer complexion.

A gentle, effective cleanser that removes dirt and oil without stripping the skin, but may not suit ultra-sensitive scalps.

Tea Hydrochloride is a gentle pH adjuster that helps keep your skincare products stable and comfortable on skin, but it offers no direct skin benefits.

Tea Hydroiodide is a synthetic preservative booster with limited safety data; it's rarely used in modern skincare and may cause irritation in sensitive individuals.

A synthetic emulsifier that helps water-resistant formulas spread evenly, but its perfluoroalkyl structure raises environmental persistence concerns.

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

A natural antimicrobial extract that can help with acne-prone skin but may cause irritation at high concentrations.

Tea tree leaf extract is a natural antimicrobial ingredient often used to help manage acne and soothe minor skin irritations, but it can be irritating at high concentrations.

Tea tree leaf powder can help purify oily or blemish-prone skin, but it may cause irritation in sensitive individuals.

A milder alternative to tea tree oil, tea tree leaf water offers gentle antimicrobial benefits with a much lower risk of irritation.

Tea tree oil is a natural antimicrobial that can help with mild acne, but it must be used at safe concentrations to avoid skin irritation.

A semi-synthetic collagen derivative that forms a light film on skin to help smooth texture and temporarily reduce the look of fine lines, but research on its long-term benefits is limited.

A synthetic film-former that helps products stay put, but offers no active skincare benefit.

A synthetic film-former that helps makeup and sunscreen stay put, especially in water-resistant formulas.

An effective but potentially drying cleanser that works well for oily skin but may irritate sensitive or dry skin.

A strong synthetic cleanser that effectively removes dirt and oil but may be drying or irritating for sensitive skin.

A gentle cleansing agent that effectively removes dirt and oil without stripping the skin.

A mild-ish synthetic surfactant that helps cleanse without stripping, but may still irritate very sensitive skin.

A synthetic surfactant that effectively cleanses and foams, but may be drying or irritating for sensitive skin types.

A milder alternative to sodium lauryl sulfate, but still a surfactant that can be drying for sensitive skin.

A mild synthetic surfactant that effectively cleanses without stripping the skin's natural moisture barrier.

A mild foaming cleanser that effectively removes dirt and oil, but may be drying for very sensitive or dry skin.