Beauty ingredients explained in plain English

A synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water in cleansers, but may be slightly drying for very sensitive skin.

A reliable synthetic emulsifier that helps keep your products stable and creamy, but offers no direct skin benefit beyond formulation.

A mild synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water in cleansers and shampoos, generally safe for most skin types.

A mild synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water, generally considered safe and low-irritation for most skin types.

A synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water, but may be slightly drying or irritating for sensitive skin.

A synthetic conditioning ingredient that helps reduce static and soften hair, but offers no active skincare benefits.

A gentle, semi-synthetic humectant that helps hydrate the skin without clogging pores, making it a good option for most skin types.

A synthetic cleansing agent that helps remove dirt and oil, but may be drying for sensitive or dry skin types.

A synthetic cleansing agent that effectively removes oil and dirt but may be drying or irritating for sensitive skin.

A gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps products rinse cleanly without stripping the skin.

A lightweight synthetic emollient that improves product texture and skin feel without clogging pores.

A gentle, modified lanolin that softens skin without the heavy feel or common allergens of natural lanolin.

A gentle, lanolin-derived emollient that softens skin and hair without the heavy feel of pure lanolin.

A gentle, wax-like emollient derived from lanolin, but may be moderately pore-clogging for acne-prone skin.

A gentle, lanolin-based emollient that softens skin but may clog pores for some people.

A synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water, but can be drying or irritating for sensitive skin.

A synthetic film-former that helps products stay put, but offers no active skincare benefit.

A gentle synthetic emollient that improves product feel without clogging pores or causing irritation.

A gentle, plant-based emollient that helps reinforce the skin barrier and improve moisture retention without clogging pores.

A gentle, semi-synthetic ingredient that moisturizes and provides antioxidant protection, suitable for most skin types.

A stable, skin-friendly antioxidant that helps protect against environmental damage without the greasiness of pure vitamin E.

A synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water, but may cause mild irritation for sensitive skin.

A synthetic helper ingredient that blends oil and water, generally safe and non-irritating for most skin types.

A synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water, but may be slightly drying for very sensitive skin.

A reliable synthetic emulsifier that helps create stable, smooth creams and lotions with low irritation potential.

A reliable synthetic emollient that helps products spread smoothly and feel silky without clogging pores.

A gentle, synthetic humectant that draws moisture into the skin without the sticky feel of glycerin.

A reliable synthetic emulsifier that helps oil and water mix in your skincare products, with a low risk of irritation.

PPG-51 is a safe, synthetic ingredient that makes products feel silky and helps other ingredients spread evenly without clogging pores.

A synthetic film-former that helps products stay put and resist water, but offers no active skincare benefit.

A gentle, synthetic humectant that draws moisture to the skin and helps other ingredients absorb better.

A gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps cleansers rinse cleanly without stripping the skin.

A mild synthetic emulsifier that helps cleansers rinse cleanly without stripping the skin.

A synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water, but may be slightly drying or irritating for sensitive skin.

A lightweight synthetic emollient that improves product texture and spreadability without clogging pores.

A gentle, castor-oil-derived emollient that helps products glide on smoothly without clogging pores.

A mild synthetic surfactant that helps cleansers foam and rinse cleanly without stripping the skin.

A gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps mix water and oil in your products, with a low risk of irritation.

A gentle, synthetic humectant that draws moisture to the skin without the stickiness of glycerin.

An effective emulsifier and mild surfactant, but may cause irritation in sensitive skin at higher concentrations.

A reliable synthetic emulsifier that helps create stable, smooth lotions and creams with low irritation potential.

A gentle, synthetic ingredient that hydrates and smooths skin without clogging pores.

PPG-6 Trideceth-8 is a synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water in cleansers, but it may be slightly drying for very sensitive skin.

A synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water, but may cause irritation in sensitive skin at high concentrations.

A mild synthetic emulsifier that helps mix water and oil, generally safe for most skin types.

A reliable synthetic emulsifier that helps keep your skincare products stable and smooth without common irritation concerns.

A gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water in cleansers and shampoos, with a low risk of irritation.

A gentle, synthetic humectant that helps hydrate skin and improve product feel without common irritation risks.

A gentle, synthetic humectant that draws moisture to the skin without the sticky feel of glycerin.

A gentle synthetic polymer that helps blend water and oil in formulas while leaving a smooth, non-greasy feel on skin.

PPG-69 is a gentle synthetic humectant that helps keep skin hydrated without clogging pores, but it offers no unique benefits over more common alternatives.

A gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps cleansers rinse cleanly without stripping the skin.

PPG-7 Diacrylate is a synthetic film-former that helps products spread evenly and stay put, but it may cause irritation for sensitive skin.

A gentle synthetic emollient that softens and smooths skin without feeling greasy, suitable for most skin types.

A mild synthetic emulsifier that helps mix oil and water in cleansers and shampoos, generally well-tolerated by most skin types.

A gentle synthetic emulsifier that helps oil and water mix, making creams and cleansers stable and effective.

A gentle, plant-derived emulsifier that helps blend oil and water in formulas while leaving a smooth, non-greasy feel on skin.

A gentle synthetic polymer that improves product feel and helps lock in moisture without clogging pores.

A gentle synthetic polymer that helps hair feel smooth and products spread evenly, but offers no active skincare benefits.

A gentle, synthetic humectant that draws moisture into the skin without the stickiness of glycerin.