Beauty ingredients explained in plain English

A gentle, synthetic ingredient designed to calm irritated skin and reduce redness, though research is still emerging.

A gentle, plant-derived ingredient that helps calm redness and irritation without the side effects of stronger anti-inflammatories.

A gentle, oil-friendly derivative of licorice root that helps calm redness and soothe sensitive skin without irritation.

A gentle, plant-derived ingredient that helps calm redness and irritation, making it a great choice for sensitive or reactive skin.

A marine extract with potential calming benefits, but research is limited and sustainability concerns exist.

A gentle plant extract with potential soothing and antioxidant benefits, but research is still emerging.

A gentle botanical extract with traditional use for calming irritated skin, though modern research is still limited.

Grindelia Extract is a gentle botanical with soothing potential, best for calming irritated or sensitive skin, though research is still emerging.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich oil from the gromwell root that helps calm skin and fight environmental stress.

A gentle, plant-based gum extract with antioxidant and soothing potential, but research is limited.

Guaiazulene is a gentle, blue-pigmented compound from chamomile-like plants that helps calm redness and soothe sensitive skin.

Harpagide is a gentle, plant-derived compound that may help calm irritated skin and fight free radical damage, though research is still early.

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

A gentle, lab-made ingredient that helps dial down skin reactivity and soothe irritation without harsh side effects.

A gentle, aromatic water from the Hinoki cypress tree that may help soothe skin and provide a calming sensory experience, though research is still emerging.

A gentle, plant-based extract that helps calm and hydrate the skin, though research is still emerging.

A gentle fermented ingredient that may help calm skin and provide antioxidant benefits, though research is still emerging.

A gentle, plant-based powder that helps calm irritated skin and provides antioxidant protection, ideal for sensitive or acne-prone skin.

A gentle, plant-derived water that helps calm irritation and provides antioxidant protection, ideal for sensitive or reactive skin.

A gentle, stabilized version of chamomile-derived bisabolol that helps calm irritated skin without causing breakouts.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich botanical extract that may help calm skin, but research is limited and hydrogenation alters its natural composition.

A gentle, biotech-derived extract that may help calm irritation and support skin hydration, though research is still emerging.

A gentle, water-soluble aloe derivative that hydrates and calms skin, ideal for sensitive or irritated complexions.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich seaweed extract that may help calm skin and protect against environmental stress.

A gentle, plant-derived humectant that helps hydrate and calm the skin, with early research suggesting antioxidant benefits.

A gentle, hydrolyzed version of calendula extract that soothes irritation and supports skin barrier function with low risk of irritation.

A gentle, biotech-derived yeast extract that may help soothe and condition the skin, but research is still emerging.

Hydrolyzed coral is a mineral-rich ingredient that may help soothe and hydrate the skin, but scientific evidence is limited and sustainability concerns exist.

A gentle, hydrating seaweed extract that may help calm irritation and support the skin barrier.

A gentle, licorice-derived ingredient that helps calm redness and even out skin tone without irritation.

A gentle, plant-derived extract that may help calm irritation and support skin hydration, though research is still emerging.

A gentle, plant-derived humectant that helps soothe and hydrate the skin, with some antioxidant potential.

A gentle, fermented yeast extract that may help calm and condition the skin, though research is still limited.

A gentle, plant-derived ingredient that may help calm skin and provide antioxidant support, though research is still emerging.

A gentle, plant-based ingredient that helps calm irritated skin and provides antioxidant protection without clogging pores.

A gentle, plant-based ingredient that may help calm irritation and provide antioxidant protection, though research is still early.

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

Hydrolyzed oat flour is a gentle, soothing ingredient that calms irritation and supports the skin barrier, making it ideal for sensitive or reactive skin.

A gentle mushroom-derived ingredient that may calm irritation and support skin hydration, though research is still emerging.

Hydrolyzed Sponge is a gentle, marine-based ingredient that may help calm irritated skin and support moisture retention, though research is still emerging.

A gentle, plant-derived ingredient that may help calm redness and provide antioxidant support, though research is still emerging.

A gentle, fermented yeast extract that may help calm skin and provide antioxidant support, though research is still emerging.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich botanical extract that may help calm irritated skin, but research on its cosmetic benefits is still limited.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich botanical extract that helps calm skin and fight free radicals, but is not a substitute for medical treatment.

A gentle, lab-made ingredient that helps calm irritated skin and reduce redness without harsh side effects.

A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant and soothing potential, though human studies are limited.

A gentle, natural extract that helps calm irritation and provides antioxidant protection, ideal for sensitive or reactive skin.

A synthetic peptide-like ingredient that may help calm skin sensitivity, but research is still emerging.

Imiloxan HCl is a synthetic compound with limited research in cosmetics; its safety and efficacy for skincare are not well-established.

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

A gentle, synthetic amino-acid derivative that may help calm irritation and reinforce the skin barrier, though research is still early.

Iritone is a gentle, plant-derived ingredient that may help calm irritated skin, but research is limited and it's not a proven powerhouse.

Isocineole is a gentle, plant-derived compound that may help calm skin and provide a cooling sensation, but research on its cosmetic benefits is still limited.

A synthetic compound that may help calm skin and support its natural defenses, but research is still early.

A synthetic soothing ingredient that mimics natural skin-signaling peptides to help reduce visible redness and discomfort.

A gentle, plant-based extract that may help calm irritated skin and provide antioxidant support, though research is still emerging.

A gentle, water-based botanical extract that may help calm skin and provide antioxidant protection, though research is still emerging.

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

A gentle botanical extract that may help calm irritated skin and provide antioxidant protection, but research is still emerging.

A gentle, plant-based extract that helps calm and hydrate the skin, ideal for sensitive or irritated complexions.