Beauty ingredients explained in plain English

A gentle emulsifier and foam booster that helps blend oil and water in cleansers, but may cause mild irritation for sensitive skin.

A gentle, shea-derived surfactant that cleanses without stripping, making it a good choice for sensitive or dry skin.

A gentle conditioning ingredient that helps soften and detangle hair without heavy buildup.

A gentle conditioning ingredient derived from shea butter that helps reduce static and soften hair without heavy buildup.

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

A gentle, nourishing extract from shea nuts that helps soften and soothe the skin without clogging pores.

A gentle, natural exfoliating powder from shea nut shells, ideal for physical scrubs without harsh microplastics.

Shea oil is a gentle, non-greasy moisturizer that softens skin and helps restore its natural barrier without clogging pores.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich extract from shea nut leftovers that helps soothe and protect skin without the heavy feel of shea butter.

An exotic, high-tech ingredient with limited human research; may offer anti-aging benefits but raises ethical and safety questions.

A novel biotech ingredient that may support skin repair, but human evidence is still limited.

Sheep milk is a gentle, naturally moisturizing ingredient that can soothe and soften skin, but it's not a miracle cure and may not suit those with dairy allergies.

A mushroom extract with antioxidant potential, but research is limited and benefits are not well-established in human skin.

A novel ingredient from sheep skin that may support skin repair, but research is very limited and it's not a proven must-have.

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

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

A gentle, aromatic floral water that offers mild soothing and antioxidant benefits, but research on its specific skincare effects is still limited.

Shellac is a natural resin that creates a hard, glossy film in nail polishes and some hair and lip products, but it's not a common skincare ingredient.

A gentle, plant-derived water that may help calm irritation and provide antioxidant protection, but research is still early.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich fruit water that can help refresh and protect the skin, but its benefits are less concentrated than a pure extract.

A gentle fermented blend that may help calm skin and provide antioxidant support, though research is still emerging.

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

A gentle, antioxidant-rich fungal extract that may help calm skin and defend against environmental stress.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich mushroom ferment that may help calm skin and defend against environmental stress.

A next-generation retinoid designed to deliver anti-aging benefits with less irritation than traditional retinol.

A gentle, plant-based AHA that exfoliates and provides antioxidant benefits, suitable for most skin types including sensitive skin.

A lab-made peptide that aims to mimic the skin-firming effects of shikimic acid, but clinical data is still limited.

A synthetic peptide that aims to calm skin reactivity and reduce the look of redness, but clinical evidence is still limited.

A lab-made peptide that may help firm skin and soften lines, but human studies are limited.

A synthetic peptide that may help firm skin and soften wrinkles, with low irritation potential.

A lab-made peptide that may help smooth wrinkles and improve skin firmness, but human studies are still limited.

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

Shinorine is a natural, algae-derived UV filter and antioxidant that helps protect skin from sun damage without the irritation of some synthetic filters.

A gentle, hydrating birch sap extract that soothes and refreshes skin without clogging pores.

A gentle, hydrating birch sap that helps soothe and moisturize skin with natural minerals and antioxidants.

A gentle, hydrating sap from birch trees that may help soothe and lightly moisturize the skin.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich fruit water that adds a touch of freshness and protection to skincare formulas, but research on its specific benefits is still limited.

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

A nourishing, plant-based butter that helps soften and protect the skin without clogging pores.

A nourishing, non-greasy butter that softens skin and helps lock in moisture without clogging pores.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich citrus extract that may help brighten and soothe skin, though research is still emerging.

A gentle citrus peel extract that may help protect skin from environmental stress, though research is still early.

Sialyllactose is a gentle, milk-derived sugar that helps hydrate skin and support a healthy microbiome, but research on its cosmetic benefits is still emerging.

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

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

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

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

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

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

A gentle, antioxidant-rich botanical extract that helps protect skin from environmental stress and supports a healthy-looking complexion.

A plant stem cell extract that may help protect skin cells from environmental stress, but human evidence is still limited.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich fern extract that may help calm stressed skin, though human studies are limited.

A gentle plant extract with antioxidant potential, but research on its specific skin benefits is still limited.

Siberian Fir Needle Oil adds a fresh, woodsy scent to products but can be irritating for sensitive skin, especially at higher concentrations.

Siberian Fir Oil adds a fresh, pine-like scent to products but can be irritating for sensitive skin, especially at high concentrations.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich plant extract from Siberian ginseng that may help calm skin and defend against environmental stress.

A gentle antioxidant-rich root extract that may help calm skin and defend against environmental stress.

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

A gentle botanical extract from Siberian ginseng stems that helps protect skin from environmental stress and may calm irritation.

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