Beauty ingredients explained in plain English

A gentle, plant-based extract that helps calm irritation and defend against environmental stress, ideal for sensitive or dry skin.

A gentle, plant-based antioxidant that may help calm skin and protect against environmental stress, though research is still emerging.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich oil that hydrates and helps protect skin from environmental stress, though research is still emerging.

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

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

A mangrove leaf extract with early research suggesting antioxidant benefits, but limited human studies and potential for skin sensitivity in rare cases.

A gentle plant extract with antioxidant potential, but research is still early and benefits are not yet well-established.

A natural fragrant oil from citrus peels that adds a fresh scent and mild astringency, but can be irritating for sensitive skin and may increase sun sensitivity.

Eyebright water is a mild, plant-based hydrosol that may help calm irritated skin, but scientific evidence for its cosmetic benefits is limited.

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

Fabiana Imbricata Oil is a fragrant essential oil with limited skincare research; it may offer a pleasant scent but poses a risk of skin irritation for sensitive individuals.

A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant potential, but research is limited and it's not a standout ingredient.

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

A gentle floral water that adds a light scent and mild skin conditioning to products, but lacks strong research backing for specific benefits.

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

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

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

Farnesal is a natural fragrance compound that can add a pleasant floral note to products, but it may cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals.

Farnesene is a plant-derived emollient that helps soften skin and improve product texture without feeling greasy.

Farnesol is a gentle, naturally derived fragrance ingredient that also helps preserve formulas, but it can be a contact allergen for sensitive individuals.

A widely used synthetic red dye that is generally safe in cosmetics but offers no skincare benefits.

Feldspar powder is a safe, natural mineral that adds texture and absorbency to cosmetics, but it offers no active skincare benefits.

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

Fenchone is a natural fragrance compound with a camphor-like scent, but it has limited skincare benefits and may cause irritation in sensitive individuals.

Fenchyl Acetate is a natural fragrance compound that adds a fresh, pine-like scent to products, but it may cause sensitivity in some individuals.

Fenchyl alcohol is a natural fragrance component that adds a pine-like scent but offers no direct skin benefit.

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

Fennel fruit extract is a gentle botanical antioxidant that may help calm skin and fight free radical damage, but research is limited and it's not a star ingredient.

Fennel Fruit Oil adds a warm, herbal scent and offers antioxidant benefits, but its essential oil nature means it can irritate sensitive skin if used undiluted.

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

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

Fennel Water is a mild, aromatic botanical water that can help soothe and refresh the skin, but its benefits are mostly anecdotal and it may cause sensitivity in those allergic to plants in the Apiaceae family.

Fenugreek Fruit Extract is a gentle, antioxidant-rich botanical that may help soothe skin and protect against environmental stress, but research on topical use is still emerging.

A gentle, plant-derived conditioning agent that smooths hair and reduces static without heavy buildup.

Fenugreek seed oil is a gentle, plant-based emollient that helps soften and soothe the skin, but its benefits are mostly anecdotal with limited clinical research.

Fenugreek sprout juice is a gentle, antioxidant-rich ingredient that helps soothe and hydrate the skin, making it a great addition to calming formulations.

A gentle, biotech-derived fenugreek extract that may help hydrate and support the skin barrier, though human research is still limited.

A novel fermented marine ingredient that may offer antioxidant and moisturizing benefits, but research is still emerging and it may not be suitable for those with shellfish allergies.

A gentle, fermented antioxidant extract that may help protect skin from environmental stress while supporting a healthy-looking complexion.

A gentle fermented extract that may help calm irritation and support skin hydration, though research is still early.

A gentle fermented bean extract that may help soften and brighten skin without harsh chemicals.

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

A gentle, fermented ingredient that may help hydrate and soothe skin, though research is still emerging.

A gentle, fermented blend that may help calm skin and defend against environmental stress, though research is still emerging.

A gentle fermented blend of aloe and pine that may help calm irritation and support hydration, though research on this specific combination is limited.

A gentle fermented ingredient that may help soothe and condition skin, but research is still limited.

A gentle fermented blend that may help hydrate and soothe skin while providing antioxidant benefits, though research is still emerging.

A gentle, fermented aloe ingredient that boosts hydration and soothes skin with enhanced bioavailability.

A gentle, fermented botanical extract that may help calm skin and fight free radical damage, though research is still early.

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

A fermented botanical-protein blend that may help soothe and condition skin, though research is limited.

A gentle, fermented ingredient that may help hydrate and lightly exfoliate the skin, but research is mostly based on the broader benefits of ferments rather than this specific blend.

A fermented botanical complex that may support skin barrier function and hydration, but research is limited to lab studies.

A gentle fermented botanical extract that may help calm irritation and protect skin from environmental stress, though human studies are limited.

A gentle, fermented argan oil ingredient that may help soothe and condition the skin with a lower risk of clogging pores than plain argan oil.

A gentle fermented ingredient that may help hydrate and support the skin barrier, though research is still limited.

A fermented argan oil that boosts antioxidant power and skin softness, but research is still early.

A fermented botanical complex that may help calm irritation and support a balanced skin microbiome, though human studies are limited.

A fermented botanical extract with potential antioxidant and soothing properties, but research on its topical benefits is still emerging.

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