3.8
A gentle, antioxidant-rich plant extract that may help protect skin from environmental stress, though research is still emerging.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
beautyskincareantioxidant
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4.0
A gentle, antioxidant-rich botanical extract that may help calm and protect skin, though research is still emerging.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
beautyskincareantioxidant
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A gentle, plant-based extract with potential soothing and antioxidant benefits, though research is still emerging.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
beautyskincaresoothing agent
Read ingredient review3.8
A lab-grown Arctic willow extract that may help calm skin and fight oxidative stress, but research is still early.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
beautyskincareantioxidant
Read ingredient review3.8
A novel, colorful fruit extract with antioxidant potential, but research is still emerging and benefits are not yet well-established in skincare.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
beautyskincareantioxidant
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A novel plant stem cell extract with antioxidant potential, but human research is still limited.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
beautyskincareantioxidant
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A gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water in skincare formulas without stripping the skin.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
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Poloxamer 105 is a gentle synthetic ingredient that helps mix oil and water, making products feel smooth and spread easily without irritation.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
Read ingredient review3.8
Poloxamer 105 Benzoate is a gentle synthetic surfactant that helps cleanse without stripping the skin, but it offers no direct skin benefits beyond cleansing.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
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Poloxamer 108 is a gentle synthetic ingredient that helps cleansers foam and rinse clean without stripping the skin.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
Read ingredient review3.8
Poloxamer 122 is a gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps blend oil and water in cleansers and lotions, with a low risk of irritation.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
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A mild synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water in cleansers and lotions, with a low irritation profile.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
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Poloxamer 124 is a gentle synthetic ingredient that helps mix oil and water, making cleansers effective without stripping the skin.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
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Poloxamer 181 is a gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water, making it a common helper in cleansers and lotions.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
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Poloxamer 182 is a gentle synthetic surfactant that helps cleanse without stripping the skin's natural moisture barrier.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
Read ingredient review3.8
A gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps cleansers rinse cleanly without stripping the skin.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
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Poloxamer 183 is a gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water, making it a common choice for cleansers and lotions.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
Read ingredient review3.8
A gentle cleansing and softening duo that helps remove dirt without stripping the skin, but the seedate portion is not well-studied on its own.
Irritation
low
Source
mixed
beautyskincarecleansing
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A gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water, widely used in cleansers and lotions for its mildness.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
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Poloxamer 188 is a gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps blend oil and water in skincare, with low irritation potential.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
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Poloxamer 212 is a gentle synthetic surfactant that helps cleansers foam and rinse cleanly without stripping the skin.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
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Poloxamer 215 is a gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps blend oil and water in cleansers without stripping the skin.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
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Poloxamer 217 is a gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps blend oil and water in skincare formulas without stripping the skin.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
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Poloxamer 231 is a gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps blend oil and water in cleansers and lotions, with a low irritation profile.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
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A gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water in skincare products without stripping the skin.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
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A mild synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water, making cleansers and lotions feel smooth without stripping the skin.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
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Poloxamer 251 is a gentle, synthetic ingredient that helps cleansers remove dirt and oil without stripping the skin.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
Read ingredient review3.5
A synthetic film-former that helps products stay put and feel smooth, but it's not a star active ingredient.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincarefilm-former
Read ingredient review3.8
Poloxamer 282 is a gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water, making it a common choice in mild cleansers and makeup removers.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
Read ingredient review4.0
Poloxamer 284 is a gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water, making it a common choice for mild cleansers and makeup removers.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
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A gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps mix water and oil, commonly used in cleansers and shampoos for its mildness.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
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Poloxamer 333 is a gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water in skincare products without stripping the skin.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
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Poloxamer 334 is a gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water in skincare, with a low risk of irritation.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
Read ingredient review4.0
Poloxamer 335 is a gentle synthetic ingredient that helps mix oil and water in cleansers and lotions, making products feel smooth without stripping the skin.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
Read ingredient review4.0
A gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps cleansers rinse cleanly without stripping the skin.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
Read ingredient review3.8
A synthetic film-former that helps products stay put and feel smooth, but offers no direct skin benefit.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincarefilm-former
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A mild synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water, generally safe and well-tolerated in skincare.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
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Poloxamer 402 is a gentle synthetic ingredient that helps cleansers and makeup removers work effectively without stripping the skin.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
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Poloxamer 407 is a gentle, synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water in skincare products without causing irritation or clogging pores.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
Read ingredient review4.0
Poloxamine 1101 is a gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water in skincare products without causing irritation.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
Read ingredient review4.0
A gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water in skincare, with low irritation potential.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
Read ingredient review4.0
A gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps blend oil and water in cleansers and lotions with low irritation risk.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
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A gentle synthetic surfactant that helps cleanse and stabilize products without stripping the skin.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
Read ingredient review3.8
A gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps blend oil and water in cleansers and lotions, with low irritation potential.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
Read ingredient review4.0
Poloxamine 1304 is a gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps blend oil and water in cleansers and lotions, with low irritation potential.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
Read ingredient review4.0
Poloxamine 1307 is a gentle synthetic ingredient that helps mix oil and water in formulas, making cleansers and lotions more stable and less irritating.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
Read ingredient review4.0
A gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps blend oil and water in skincare products without stripping the skin.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
Read ingredient review4.0
Poloxamine 1502 is a gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps blend oil and water in cleansers and lotions, with a low risk of irritation.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
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A gentle synthetic surfactant that helps cleanse without stripping the skin barrier.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
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Poloxamine 1508 is a gentle synthetic ingredient that helps cleanse and stabilize formulas without stripping the skin.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
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Poloxamine 304 is a gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps mix water and oil in skincare products, with a low risk of irritation.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
Read ingredient review3.8
A mild synthetic surfactant that helps cleanse without stripping the skin, but offers no active skincare benefits.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
Read ingredient review4.0
Poloxamine 604 is a gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps blend oil and water in cleansers and lotions, with a low risk of irritation.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
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Poloxamine 702 is a mild synthetic ingredient that helps mix oil and water, making cleansers and makeup removers more effective without stripping the skin.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
Read ingredient review4.0
Poloxamine 704 is a gentle synthetic ingredient that helps mix oil and water in cleansers and lotions, with a low risk of irritation.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
Read ingredient review4.0
Poloxamine 707 is a mild synthetic surfactant that helps cleanse without stripping the skin, making it a good choice for sensitive or dry skin types.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincarecleansing agent
Read ingredient review4.0
Poloxamine 901 is a gentle synthetic ingredient that helps mix oil and water, making it useful in cleansers and lotions without causing irritation.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
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Poloxamine 904 is a gentle synthetic ingredient that helps cleansers and makeup removers work effectively without stripping the skin.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincaresurfactant
Read ingredient review3.8
A synthetic humectant that helps hydrate skin and improve product feel, but research is limited.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincarehumectant
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A gentle synthetic polymer that improves product texture and wear without clogging pores or irritating skin.
Irritation
low
Source
synthetic
beautyskincarefilm-former
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