Beauty ingredients explained in plain English

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

Dyphylline is a synthetic compound related to caffeine that may temporarily tighten skin and improve microcirculation, but its cosmetic evidence is limited and it carries a higher irritation risk than gentler alternatives.

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

A biotech ferment that may help calm and condition skin, but research is still early and it's not a must-have ingredient.

A biotech ferment that may help calm skin and fight oxidative stress, but research is still early.

Earthworm conditioned soil is a novel natural ingredient with potential skin-soothing and mineral-rich properties, but scientific evidence is limited.

A gentle, nature-derived extract that may help soothe and condition skin, but scientific evidence is still limited.

A fragrant wood extract with mild antioxidant potential, best suited for those who enjoy natural, woody scents and have no sensitivity to essential oils.

Ebony bark extract is a gentle antioxidant-rich botanical that may help protect skin from environmental stress, but research is still emerging.

A gentle, plant-based extract that may help calm irritation and provide antioxidant protection, but research is still limited.

A lab-grown echinacea extract that offers antioxidant protection and soothing benefits without harvesting wild plants.

A gentle, lab-grown antioxidant that may help calm skin and defend against environmental stress without the variability of whole-plant extracts.

Echinacea extract offers antioxidant and soothing benefits, but its effectiveness in skincare is supported by limited direct human studies.

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

A gentle botanical extract that may help calm skin and provide antioxidant protection, but its benefits are not as well-studied as some other plant extracts.

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

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

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

A gentle, antioxidant-rich botanical juice that may help calm irritation and support skin barrier function, but more human studies are needed.

A lab-grown Echinacea extract that offers antioxidant protection and soothing benefits without harvesting wild plants.

Echinacin is a gentle plant extract that may help calm irritated skin and provide antioxidant protection, but research is limited compared to more studied ingredients.

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

A gentle, plant-based oil that hydrates and softens skin without clogging pores, though research on its specific benefits is still limited.

A lightweight, omega-rich oil that hydrates and supports skin barrier health without clogging pores.

A gentle root extract with potential soothing and antioxidant benefits, though research is limited and it's not a powerhouse ingredient.

A brown seaweed extract that helps protect skin from environmental stress and may calm irritation.

A gentle seaweed powder that may help protect skin from environmental stress, but research is still early.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich seaweed extract that helps soothe and protect skin from environmental stress.

A nutrient-rich brown seaweed powder that helps protect skin from environmental stress and supports a healthy-looking complexion.

A gentle brown seaweed extract that helps calm irritation and defend against environmental stress, ideal for sensitive or reactive skin.

Eclipta Prostrata Extract is a gentle botanical with antioxidant and soothing properties, but its benefits in skincare are supported mostly by traditional use and limited modern research.

Eclipta Prostrata Leaf Oil is a gentle, antioxidant-rich botanical oil that may help soothe the scalp and support healthy-looking hair, but more human studies are needed to confirm its benefits.

A gentle botanical powder with antioxidant and soothing potential, best known in traditional hair care but with limited modern clinical evidence.

A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant and soothing potential, best known from Ayurvedic tradition and emerging research.

A gentle plant wax that helps soften and protect skin, but scientific research on its specific benefits is still limited.

Ectoin is a gentle, multi-tasking ingredient that hydrates, soothes, and shields the skin from environmental stress—great for sensitive or reactive skin.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich ingredient from edelweiss plant cells that helps protect skin from environmental stress and supports a calmer complexion.

A gentle antioxidant from edelweiss plant cells that helps protect skin from environmental stress and may support a more even tone.

Edelweiss extract is a gentle, plant-based antioxidant that helps protect skin from environmental stress and may calm irritation.

Edelweiss extract is a gentle, antioxidant-rich ingredient that helps defend skin against pollution and UV damage without irritation.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich botanical water that soothes and protects sensitive skin without irritation.

Edelweiss water is a gentle, antioxidant-rich botanical that helps calm and protect sensitive skin without irritation.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich extract from edelweiss plant cells that helps defend skin against environmental damage and supports a more resilient complexion.

A gentle, lab-grown antioxidant from edelweiss that helps protect skin from environmental stress without irritation.

Edelweiss root extract is a gentle antioxidant that helps defend skin against pollution and UV damage, but its benefits are best supported by lab studies rather than large human trials.

A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant and soothing potential, though research is still emerging.

EDTA is a workhorse stabilizer that protects your skincare formulas from metal contamination, helping them stay effective longer.

EDTA salts are safe, widely used stabilizers that help your products stay effective by neutralizing trace metals in water and ingredients.

Eel skin mucus extract is a novel humectant and film-forming ingredient that helps hydrate and temporarily smooth the skin, but research is still early and it may not be suitable for those with fish allergies.

A stabilized form of green tea's star antioxidant, offering potent protection against environmental damage with improved skin penetration.

A multi-ingredient blend that combines antioxidant EGCG with biotin and collagen, plus mouse fibroblast conditioned media; promising but with limited human data and ethical considerations.

Egg provides protein and moisture to skin and hair, but its texture and potential allergenicity make it a niche ingredient best suited for rinse-off treatments.

Egg extract is a natural ingredient that can temporarily smooth and soften skin, but its benefits are mostly anecdotal and it may cause allergic reactions in some people.

Egg oil is a natural emollient rich in fatty acids and lecithin, offering moisturizing benefits but with moderate comedogenic potential for acne-prone skin.

Egg powder can temporarily tighten and smooth skin, but it is not a long-term solution for firmness or hydration.

A natural film-forming ingredient that helps smooth the skin's surface and lock in moisture, but research is still emerging.

Egg shell membrane powder is a natural source of collagen and elastin that may help support skin firmness and hydration, but research is still emerging.

Egg white can temporarily tighten skin and absorb excess oil, but its effects are short-lived and it may not suit sensitive or dry skin.

Egg Yolk Extract is a gentle, nutrient-packed ingredient that helps moisturize and condition skin, but it may not suit those with egg allergies.

Egg yolk powder is a natural moisturizer rich in lipids and proteins, but may be comedogenic for some skin types.