Beauty ingredients explained in plain English

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

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

Leucine is a gentle amino acid that supports skin hydration and barrier health, making it a safe addition to most routines.

A gentle, probiotic-based ingredient that helps hydrate and strengthen the skin barrier.

A gentle fermented ingredient that exfoliates and provides antioxidant benefits without the harshness of traditional acids.

A gentle, naturally derived ingredient that helps preserve formulas while offering mild skin-conditioning benefits.

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

Levan is a gentle, biotech-derived humectant that helps hydrate and soothe skin while forming a lightweight protective film.

A gentle sugar-based blend that hydrates and helps form a protective layer on skin, suitable for most skin types.

A plant-derived compound with early research suggesting antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits, but not yet widely studied in cosmetic formulations.

A mild, plant-derived exfoliant that gently smooths skin without the sting of stronger acids.

A fragrant botanical extract with mild skin-conditioning potential, but limited research on its cosmetic benefits.

A fragrant leaf oil that adds a sweet, vanilla-like scent to products, but has limited research on skin benefits and may cause irritation in sensitive individuals.

A lab-grown licorice extract that helps calm irritation and defend against environmental stress without the variability of field-grown plants.

A gentle, lab-grown licorice extract that may help calm skin and fight free radical damage, though human studies are limited.

A gentle, lab-grown licorice extract that may help calm redness and protect skin from environmental stress.

A gentle, plant-based extract that helps calm redness and provides antioxidant protection, ideal for sensitive or reactive skin.

A gentle, fermented licorice root extract that helps calm redness and even skin tone without harsh chemicals.

Licorice root juice is a gentle, natural ingredient that helps calm redness and even out skin tone without harsh side effects.

Licorice root oil is a gentle, antioxidant-rich oil that helps calm irritation and even out skin tone without clogging pores.

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

A gentle, plant-based water that helps calm redness and provides antioxidant protection without stripping the skin.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich extract from licorice sprouts that helps calm redness and protect skin from environmental stress.

Ligninase is a gentle enzyme exfoliant that helps brighten skin by breaking down dead surface cells, but research on its cosmetic benefits is still limited.

A gentle wax ester that softens skin and reinforces the moisture barrier without clogging pores.

A mushroom extract with promising antioxidant and soothing potential, but research in skincare is still early.

Lignum powder is a natural wood-based exfoliant that gently sloughs dead skin, but its particle size and source can affect how abrasive it feels.

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

A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant and soothing potential, though research is limited compared to more studied plant extracts.

A gentle plant extract with antioxidant and soothing potential, though research is still emerging and benefits may vary by formulation.

A gentle botanical extract that may offer antioxidant benefits and a pleasant floral scent, but research on its skincare effects is still limited.

A gentle, lightly fragrant floral water that adds a pleasant scent and mild soothing feel to skincare, but has limited proven benefits beyond hydration.

A gentle, lab-grown plant extract that may help shield skin from environmental stress and support a more even tone.

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

A gentle, plant-derived antioxidant that may help protect skin from environmental stress, though human studies are limited.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich flower extract from the Himalayas that may help soothe and protect skin, though research is still early.

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

A gentle, plant-derived ingredient that may help calm irritation and provide light hydration, but research on its specific benefits is still limited.

A mild botanical extract that may help calm skin and provide antioxidant protection, but research is limited.

A gentle, fragrant flower oil that adds a light emollient feel and a subtle floral scent, but research on its specific skin benefits is limited.

Lily Hybrid Extract is a gentle botanical ingredient that may help soothe skin and provide antioxidant protection, but research is limited.

A gentle, lab-grown plant extract that may help protect skin from environmental stress, but research is still early.

A fragrant flower extract with mild antioxidant potential, but its main role in skincare is scent—and it can be irritating for sensitive skin.

A gentle botanical extract with antioxidant potential, but limited human studies and a known skin sensitization risk in some individuals.

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

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

A gentle botanical blend that may help calm skin and provide antioxidant support, though research is limited.

A gentle botanical extract that adds a light citrus scent and a touch of antioxidant support, but research on its direct skin benefits is limited.

Lime fruit extract adds a fresh citrus scent and mild antioxidant benefits, but its potential for skin irritation means it's best for those without sensitive skin.

Lime oil adds a fresh citrus scent and some antioxidant activity, but it can be irritating for sensitive skin and may increase sun sensitivity.

Lime fruit water offers a light, refreshing feel and mild astringent action, but its natural acidity and phototoxic potential require careful formulation.

Lime leaf extract offers antioxidant benefits and a light astringent effect, but may cause irritation in sensitive skin due to natural citrus compounds.

Lime peel oil adds a bright citrus scent to products but can be irritating for sensitive skin and increases sun sensitivity.

Lime peel powder offers gentle physical exfoliation and a bright scent, but its citrus oils can cause irritation or photosensitivity in some people.

Lime Peel Water adds a fresh citrus scent and mild astringency to products, but its fragrance can be irritating for sensitive skin.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich oil that hydrates and soothes skin without clogging pores.

A gentle, plant-derived emollient that helps strengthen the skin barrier and offers antioxidant protection without clogging pores.

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

Limonene adds a fresh citrus scent but can be a skin sensitizer, especially when oxidized.

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