Ingredients

These ingredients are typically found in skincare products. Get more information about each one below.

Saccharomyces Cerevisiae (Yeast) Extract

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Yeast extract conditions skin and offers antioxidant support.

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Saccharomyces Ferment

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Fermented yeast that adds glow and light antioxidant benefits.

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Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate

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A yeast ferment that hydrates skin for a cushioned, refreshed feel.

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Saccharomyces Lysate

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Yeast lysate draws in light moisture for smoother, bouncier skin.

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Saccharomyces Lysate Extract

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Yeast lysate extract eases dryness and softens skin's texture.

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Saccharomyces/ Iron Ferment

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An iron-infused yeast ferment that helps skin look less dull.

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Saccharomyces/Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-yuen Seed Ferment Filtrate

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A Job's tears ferment that lightly hydrates and smooths skin.

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Saccharomyces/Copper Ferment

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A copper-infused yeast ferment offering antioxidant support.

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Saccharomyces/Magnesium Ferment

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A magnesium yeast ferment that gently conditions stressed skin.

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Saccharomyces/Malpighia Glabra (Acerola) Fruit Fermentfiltrate

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A fermented acerola filtrate that adds radiance and antioxidants.

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Saccharomyces/Manganese Ferment

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A manganese yeast ferment offering antioxidant defense for skin.

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Saccharomyces/Potato Extract Ferment Filtrate

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A fermented potato filtrate that gives skin a light, springy hydration.

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Saccharomyces/Rice Ferment Filtrate Extract

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A rice ferment that hydrates skin and softly smooths texture.

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Saccharomyces/Xylinum/ Black Tea Ferment

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A fermented black tea complex that fights dullness with antioxidants.

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Saccharomyces/Zinc Ferment

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A zinc yeast ferment that helps balance oil for a matte look.

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Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar Cane) Extract

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Sugar cane extract draws in water for plumper, dewy skin.

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Salicornia Herbacea Extract

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Sea asparagus extract hydrates skin and may calm redness.

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Salicyloyl Phytosphingosine

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This ceramide-like lipid strengthens skin's barrier and calms it.

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Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Water

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Willow bark water gives skin a light, soothing hydration.

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Salvia Hispanica (Chia) Seed Extract

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Chia seed extract calms redness and gently conditions skin.

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Salvia Miltiorrhiza Root Extract

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Danshen root extract may ease redness and fight free radicals.

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Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Leaf

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Sage leaf gently conditions skin with light antioxidant benefits.

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Salvia Sclarea (Clary Sage) Extract

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Clary sage extract calms skin and offers mild antioxidant support.

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Salvia Sclarea (Clary Sage) Water

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Clary sage water adds a light herbal scent and refreshed feel.

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Sanguisorba Officinalis Root Extract

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Great burnet root extract calms skin and adds antioxidant care.

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Santalum Acuminatum Fruit Extract

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Quandong fruit extract conditions skin with light antioxidants.

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Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Extract

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Sandalwood extract calms redness and offers antioxidant protection.

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Santalum Spicatum (Sandalwood) Oil

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Australian sandalwood oil gives skin a soft feel and rich scent.

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Saponaria Officinalis Leaf Extract

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Soapwort leaf extract boosts foam for a gentle, plant-based cleanse.

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Saponins

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Plant-derived saponins create lather and lift away oil when cleansing.

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Sarcosine

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Sarcosine helps balance pH and control shine on the skin's surface.

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Saururus Chinensis Extract

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This plant extract may fade dark spots and fight free radicals.

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Saururus Chinensis Extract Ferment Filtrate

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A fermented version of this extract may even out skin tone.

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Saussurea Involucrata Callus Extract

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Snow lotus cell extract may calm stressed, sensitive skin.

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Scabiosa Arvensis Extract

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Field scabious extract may ease redness and offer antioxidants.

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Schinus Terebinthifolius Seed Extract

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Brazilian peppertree seed extract calms skin and adds slip.

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Schisandra Sphenanthera Fruit Extract

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This schisandra berry extract fights damage for fresher-looking skin.

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Sclareolide

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A musky-amber fragrance ingredient that helps scent linger longer.

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Scrophularia Nodosa Extract

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Figwort extract leaves a soft, comforting feel on skin and hair.

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Sea Salt (Maris Sal)

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Sea salt cleanses, balances oil, and gently exfoliates the skin.

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Sea Silt Extract

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Mineral-rich sea silt absorbs oil for a clean, matte finish.

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Seawater (Eau de Mer)

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Mineral-rich seawater gives skin a light, fresh hydration boost.

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Sebacic Acid

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Sebacic acid balances a formula's pH and helps texture stay smooth.

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Secale Cereale (Rye) Seed Extract

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Rye seed extract gives a brief tightening feel to the skin.

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Sedum Sarmentosum Extract

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Stonecrop extract calms skin and leaves it feeling soft.

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Selaginella Lepidophylla Extract

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Resurrection plant extract hydrates skin for a plumper look.

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Selaginella Tamariscina (Spike Moss) Extract

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Spike moss extract calms redness and fights free radicals.

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Selenium

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Selenium is a trace mineral that may support antioxidant defense.

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Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Extract

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Sesame seed extract calms skin and offers antioxidant support.

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Sh-Decapeptide-7

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A lab-made peptide meant to firm skin and refine its texture.

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Sh-Octapeptide-4

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A lab-made peptide aimed at softening lines and boosting firmness.

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Sh-Oligopeptide-9

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A lab-made peptide meant to smooth roughness over time.

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Sh-Pentapeptide-19

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A lab-made peptide that may soften lines and add bounce.

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Sh-pentapeptide-5

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A lab-made peptide meant to plump skin and boost firmness.

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Sh-Polypeptide-121

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A recombinant peptide used to condition skin and even out texture.

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Sh-Polypeptide-22

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A bioengineered peptide that conditions skin and softens texture.

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Sh-Polypeptide-50

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A lab-made peptide that conditions skin for a smoother surface.

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Sh-Polypeptide-9

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A synthetic peptide that may help skin look firmer and smoother.

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Sigesbeckia Orientalis (St. Paul's Wort) Extract

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A calming plant extract with mild antioxidant benefits for skin.

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Silanetriol

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A silicone ingredient that smooths skin and refines its finish.

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Silanetriol Potassium Citrate

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A silicone-like ingredient that smooths texture and improves glide.

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Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Leaf Extract

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A jojoba leaf extract that calms and lightly conditions skin.

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Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Extract

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A jojoba seed extract that softens skin and eases tightness.

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Siraitia Grosvenorii Fruit Extract

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A monk fruit extract offering mild antioxidant and calming effects.

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Smilax Aristolochiifolia (Sarsaparilla) Root Extract

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A sarsaparilla root extract that soothes and lightly conditions skin.

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Sodium Ascorbate

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A gentle vitamin C form with mild antioxidant, brightening care.

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Sodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate

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A UV absorber that helps protect sunscreen formulas from breaking down.

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Sodium Bicarbonate

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Baking soda used to boost cleansing power, though it can be harsh.

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Sodium Bisulfite

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An antioxidant salt that protects formulas from oxidizing.

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Sodium Borate

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A mineral salt that helps stabilize emulsions and balance pH.

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Sodium C14-15 Olefin Sulfonate

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A strong foaming cleanser that cuts through oil and buildup.

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Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate

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A powerful cleansing agent that removes oil with a dense lather.

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Sodium Carbonate

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Washing soda used to boost the cleaning power of a formula.

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Sodium Cocoate

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Coconut-derived soap that cleanses well but can be a bit drying.

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Sodium Cocoyl Apple Amino Acids

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A gentle, apple-derived cleanser that rinses off easily.

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Sodium Cocoyl Threoninate

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A gentle, coconut-derived cleanser with light, soft foam.

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Sodium Dextran Sulfate

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A sugar-derived polymer that gives skin an instant hydrated feel.

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Sodium DNA

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A DNA-derived ingredient that draws water for a plumper look.

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Sodium Formate

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A small salt that helps stabilize a formula's pH and preservation.

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Sodium Glucuronate

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A sugar-derived humectant that boosts skin's moisture feel.

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Sodium Glycolate

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A glycolic-acid-derived ingredient that mildly smooths texture.

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Sodium Guaiazulene Sulfonate

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A blue-toned colorant used to give products a calming look.

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Sodium Hydroxide

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Lye used in small amounts to balance pH or make soap.

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Sodium Isostearate

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A soap-like cleanser used to build lather in bars and shave products.

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Sodium Laureth Sulfate

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A strong foaming cleanser that can feel drying with frequent use.

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Sodium Lauroyl Methylaminopropionate

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A straightforward cleanser that creates light, gentle foam.

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Sodium Lauryl Phosphate

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A strong foaming cleanser suited for oily or high-buildup skin.

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Sodium Lauryl Sulfate

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A classic sulfate cleanser that can feel stripping on sensitive skin.

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Sodium Magnesium Fluorosilicate

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A mineral filler that adds bulk and a soft, mattifying finish.

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Sodium Mannose Phosphate

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A humectant sugar derivative that softens and hydrates skin.

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Sodium Metabisulfite

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An antioxidant preservative that can irritate sensitive skin.

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Sodium Oleate

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A soap-based cleanser that breaks down heavy oils and residue.

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Sodium Palmitate

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A soap-forming ingredient that helps bars hold shape and lather.

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Sodium Propoxyhydroxypropyl Thiosulfate Silica

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A modified silica used in cleansers to help neutralize odors.

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Sodium RNA

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An RNA-derived ingredient that helps skin hold onto moisture.

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Sodium Saccharin

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A sweetener added to mask bitterness in oral-care products.

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Sodium Silicate

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A mineral salt that balances pH and stabilizes water-based formulas.

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Sodium Succinate

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A buffering salt that helps keep formulas comfortable on skin.

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Sodium Sulfate

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A simple salt used to adjust thickness in rinse-off cleansers.

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Sodium Sulfite

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An antioxidant that helps prevent products from oxidizing over time.

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Sodium Surfactin

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A fermentation-derived surfactant that cleanses gently.

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Sodium Trideceth Sulfate

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A strong cleanser that can be drying on dry or sensitive skin.

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Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract

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An eggplant extract that offers antioxidant and calming benefits.

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Solanum Tuberosum (Potato) Pulp Extract

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A potato extract that gently conditions and calms the skin.

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Soluble Proteoglycan

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A moisture-binding molecule that helps skin look plumper and bouncier.

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Solum Diatomeae/Diatomaceous Earth/Terre De Diatomees

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A fine mineral powder that absorbs oil and smooths skin's look.

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Sophora Angustifolia Root Extract

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A root extract that calms skin and may brighten a dull complexion.

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Sophora Flavescens Root Extract

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A root extract used to calm oiliness and even breakout-prone skin.

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Sophora Japonica Fruit Extract

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A fruit extract that offers antioxidant support and a calming feel.

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Sorbitan Sesquioleate

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An emulsifier that helps thick formulas feel smooth and even.

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Sorbus Aucuparia Fruit Extract

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A rowan berry extract that offers antioxidant and soothing benefits.

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Sorghum Bicolor Stalk Juice

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A sorghum-derived ingredient that adds lightweight hydration.

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Sphingomonas Ferment Extract

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A fermentation-derived ingredient that hydrates with a light film.

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Spilanthes Acmella Flower Extract

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A botanical nicknamed 'natural Botox' that may soften fine lines.

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Spinacia Oleracea (Spinach) Leaf Extract

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A spinach leaf extract that offers antioxidant support and conditioning.

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Spiraea Ulmaria Extract

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A meadowsweet extract that helps refine texture and cut shine.

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Spirulina

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An algae-derived ingredient offering antioxidants and light hydration.

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Spirulina Maxima Extract

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An algae extract that conditions skin and offers antioxidant support.

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Spirulina Platensis Powder

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An algae powder that adds a blue-green tint and mild conditioning.

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Sr-Hydrozoan Polypeptide 1

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A marine-derived peptide that may firm and smooth skin's look.

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Stearamidoethyl Diethylamine

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A fatty emulsifier that helps creams spread smoothly.

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Stearyl Triethoxysilane

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A silicone that helps makeup last longer and resist water.

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Stellaria Media (Chickweed) Extract

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A chickweed extract that soothes and lightly conditions sensitive skin.

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Stevioside

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A stevia-derived humectant that adds gentle, mild hydration.

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Strelitzia Nicolai Seed Aril Extract

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A bird-of-paradise plant extract that softens and smooths skin.

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Styrax Benzoin Gum

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An aromatic resin that adds warmth and helps scent last longer.

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Styrax Benzoin Resin Extract

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A resin extract that adds a sweet, balsamic scent to products.

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Subtilisin

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An enzyme that gently dissolves buildup for smoother-feeling skin.

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Succinic Acid

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An acid that helps control oil and reduce the look of breakouts.

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Superoxide Dismutase

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An antioxidant enzyme that helps defend skin from environmental stress.

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Swertia Chirata Extract

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A botanical extract that calms skin and refines its look.

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Swertia Chirata Leaf Extract

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A leaf extract that supports comfort and a more polished look.

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Swertia Japonica

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A Japanese gentian extract with antioxidant and conditioning benefits.

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Symphytum Officinale (Comfrey) Leaf Extract

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A comfrey leaf extract that soothes and calms reactive-feeling skin.

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Syringa Vulgaris (Lilac) Flower Extract

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A lilac flower extract used mainly to add a soft floral scent.

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t-Butyl Alcohol

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A fast-evaporating solvent that helps formulas dry quickly.

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Tagetes Minuta (Marigold) Flower Oil

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A marigold essential oil used mainly for its distinctive scent.

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Tanacetum Annuum (Blue Tansy) Oil

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A striking blue oil that may calm skin and add a herbal scent.

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Taraxacum Officinale (Dandelion) Leaf Extract

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A dandelion leaf extract that offers antioxidant and calming benefits.

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Taraxacum Officinale (Dandelion) Rhizome/Root Extract

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A dandelion root extract that offers antioxidants and conditioning.

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Tartaric Acid

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A grape-derived acid that gently exfoliates for a brighter look.

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Tartrazine (CI 19140)

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A synthetic dye that gives products a bright, consistent yellow hue.

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Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit/leaf Extract

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A pepperberry extract that soothes skin and offers antioxidant support.

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Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit/Leaf Extract Aloe

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Blends soothing plant extracts with aloe for light hydration and comfort.

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Tephrosia Purpurea Seed Extract

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A wild indigo seed extract used to calm skin, though evidence is limited.

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Terminalia Arjuna Extract

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A tree bark extract meant to fight free radicals and refine skin texture.

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Terminalia Ferdinandiana (Kakadu) Seed Oil

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Kakadu plum seed oil that softens skin and supports its moisture barrier.

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Terpineol

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A pine-derived scent ingredient that gives products a light floral note.

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Tetradecyl Aminobutyroylvalylaminobutyric Urea Trifluoroacetate

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A lab-made peptide aimed at firmer, smoother-looking skin over time.

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Tetrafluoropropene

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A propellant that gives sprays a fine, fast-drying, even mist.

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