Beauty ingredients explained in plain English

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

Bugleweed Leaf Extract is a gentle botanical with antioxidant and soothing potential, but research on its cosmetic benefits is still limited.

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

Bugloss extract is a gentle botanical with antioxidant and soothing potential, but research on its specific benefits in skincare is still limited.

A gentle, plant-derived ingredient that helps calm and hydrate the skin, with traditional use for minor skin irritations.

A mineral-rich seaweed extract that hydrates and soothes skin, generally safe for most skin types.

A fragrant essential oil with a woody, citrusy scent that may offer mild soothing benefits, but its use is primarily for fragrance and should be approached with caution on sensitive skin.

Bumetrizole is a synthetic UV filter that effectively absorbs UVA and UVB rays, but its use is restricted in some regions due to environmental concerns.

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

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

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

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

Burdock leaf extract is a gentle, antioxidant-rich botanical that helps calm irritated skin and supports a healthy complexion.

Burdock root extract is a gentle, antioxidant-rich botanical that helps calm irritation and support a clear-looking complexion.

Burdock root powder is a gentle, plant-based ingredient that may help calm irritated skin and provide antioxidant protection.

A gentle, plant-derived water that helps calm irritated skin and provides light hydration without clogging pores.

Burdock seed oil is a gentle, antioxidant-rich oil that helps soothe and moisturize skin without clogging pores.

A mild, plant-derived water that may help calm irritated skin and provide antioxidant protection, but research is limited.

A gentle, plant-derived antioxidant that helps protect skin from environmental stress while providing mild conditioning benefits.

A lightweight, antioxidant-rich oil that hydrates and protects skin without clogging pores.

Buriti pulp powder is a gentle, antioxidant-rich ingredient that helps nourish and hydrate skin without irritation.

A gentle, semi-synthetic emollient derived from buriti seed oil that helps soften and condition skin without clogging pores.

A skin-friendly, plant-based emulsifier that hydrates and stabilizes formulas without clogging pores or causing irritation.

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

A gentle botanical root extract with soothing and antioxidant potential, best for sensitive or irritated skin.

A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant and soothing potential, but research is limited and mostly traditional.

A gentle, plant-derived sap that may help calm irritated skin and provide antioxidant protection, though research is still early.

A traditional botanical extract with potential soothing and antioxidant benefits, but limited modern research and a moderate risk of skin irritation for sensitive individuals.

A gentle, plant-based resin extract with antioxidant and soothing potential, though research is still emerging.

A gentle, aromatic oil from the Palo Santo tree that may offer antioxidant benefits and a pleasant scent, but research is limited.

A fragrant wood oil with potential soothing benefits, but limited research and a risk of skin irritation for sensitive individuals.

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

Bursera Wood Oil adds a woody, balsamic scent to products but has limited research on skincare benefits and may cause irritation in sensitive individuals.

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

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

A synthetic rubber that helps makeup last longer and resist water, but offers no skin benefit.

Butane is a safe and widely used propellant that helps deliver products like sprays and foams, but it offers no direct skin benefit.

A lightweight, non-greasy emollient that helps products spread smoothly and leaves skin feeling soft without clogging pores.

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

A synthetic film former that helps makeup last longer and resist water, but may feel tight or dry on sensitive skin.

A gentle botanical extract that helps reduce puffiness and support skin firmness, especially around the eyes.

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

A botanical extract with antioxidant potential and traditional use, but modern skincare evidence is still limited.

A plant root extract with traditional use and early research suggesting antioxidant benefits, but clinical skincare evidence is still limited.

A traditional botanical root powder with emerging antioxidant potential, but human skincare studies are limited.

A synthetic film-former that helps products stay put longer, but may feel tight or heavy on sensitive or dry skin.

A synthetic polymer that gives cosmetics a smooth, water-resistant finish, but may feel heavy or clog pores for some skin types.

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

A synthetic amino acid derivative that may help support skin renewal, but research is still early and it is not a proven active.

A synthetic fragrance ingredient that adds scent but offers no skincare benefits; generally safe at low levels but may cause sensitivity in some individuals.

A synthetic fragrance ingredient with limited safety data; best for those who tolerate synthetic fragrances well.

A synthetic fragrance compound that adds a warm, woody scent; generally considered safe at low levels but offers no skincare benefit.

A mild synthetic emollient that helps products spread smoothly and leaves skin feeling soft, but offers no active skincare benefits.

Buteth-3 is a synthetic helper ingredient that blends oil and water, but it may cause mild irritation for sensitive skin.

A mild synthetic cleanser that helps remove impurities but may cause slight dryness for sensitive skin.

Butoxy Chitosan is a gentle film-forming ingredient that helps lock in moisture and gives a smooth, plumping feel, but research on its long-term benefits is still limited.

Butoxydiglycol is a synthetic solvent that helps ingredients blend together, but it can be a mild irritant for sensitive skin.

Butoxyethanol is a synthetic solvent that can help dissolve other ingredients, but it carries moderate irritation and toxicity concerns, making it less common in modern skincare.

Butoxyethyl Nicotinate is a synthetic ingredient that temporarily increases blood flow to the skin, often used in anti-cellulite and warming products, but it can cause irritation and redness in sensitive individuals.

A synthetic emollient that makes products feel silky, but may clog pores for some skin types.