Ingredients

Balances a formula's pH so it feels gentler and less likely to sting.

A synthetic fragrance note that gives products a long-lasting woody scent.

A lab-made peptide added to anti-aging formulas to help condition skin.

A peptide formulated to comfort sensitive, reactive-feeling skin.

May help ease the look of redness and irritation in reactive skin.

A synthetic peptide meant to give skin a firmer, more refined look.

A synthetic peptide meant to refine skin's smoothness and tone.

A peptide used to smooth texture and even out skin's appearance.

A lichen extract added to creams for a mild conditioning effect.

Cocoa fruit powder that adds natural color plus a touch of antioxidants.

Mineral-rich spring water that soothes and refreshes sensitive skin.

A heat-loving microbe ferment used for antioxidant and soothing support.

Vitamin B1 added for mild antioxidant and skin-conditioning benefits.

A conifer leaf extract with a mild tightening, refreshing effect on skin.

A conifer seed extract offering mild conditioning and antioxidant support.

A thyme-derived compound used for scent and to help preserve formulas.

Wild thyme extract with mild antioxidant and skin-calming properties.

Thyme extract that adds antioxidants and may help balance oily skin.

A vitamin E blend that adds antioxidant protection and smooth texture.

A lighter form of vitamin E that offers gentle antioxidant support.

A strong pH adjuster that helps keep formulas stable and skin-friendly.

A crushed mineral that adds subtle shimmer and smooth glide to makeup.

A mushroom extract meant to calm skin and even out its tone.

Snow mushroom extract that hydrates and leaves skin feeling calm.

Matsutake mushroom extract that soothes skin and adds antioxidants.

A calming plant extract with mild antioxidant and conditioning effects.

A peptide used in anti-aging products to help skin look firmer and smoother.

Helps balance a formula's pH and keep emulsions stable and smooth.

A modified peptide marketed for firmer, more resilient-looking skin.

Red clover extract that offers antioxidant and skin-calming benefits.

Helps keep formulas fresh by slowing color and texture breakdown.

A synthetic fragrance ingredient with no proven skin benefit beyond scent.

A lab-made peptide meant to smooth skin and support resilience.

A peptide marketed to reduce the look of fatigue and uneven tone.

Wheat germ extract that adds antioxidants and a calming, soft feel.

A rich wheat germ oil that softens skin, though it can feel heavy.

Young wheat sprout extract with antioxidant and soothing properties.

Nasturtium extract used for mild antioxidant and conditioning support.

A preservative that binds metals and helps products last longer.

An amino acid that helps skin hold moisture and feel smoother.

Gorse plant extract used to comfort and soothe delicate skin.

Elm extract that adds lightweight hydration and a soft, cushiony feel.

A tannin-rich plant extract used as an astringent and antioxidant.

Milled brown seaweed used for antioxidant and conditioning support.

Helps cleansers reduce excess oil while foaming gently on skin.

Nettle leaf extract that calms skin and adds mild antioxidants.

A lichen extract that helps preserve formulas and lightly condition skin.

Highbush blueberry extract with antioxidant and conditioning benefits.

Cranberry juice used for light antioxidant and conditioning effects.

Valerian root extract used for its calming, herbal skin feel.

Blue orchid extract used for mild antioxidant and calming effects.

Vanilla bean extract prized for its warm scent and mild antioxidants.

A vanilla-derived ingredient that creates a warming, tingling feel.

An earthy vetiver oil used to add depth and lasting power to scents.

A marine ferment used to hydrate skin and support its barrier.

Moth bean extract that may refine tone and texture with antioxidants.

An acidic liquid used to adjust pH and gently dissolve residue.

A film-forming plastic that helps makeup and hair products wear longer.

Manchurian violet extract with calming and mild antioxidant effects.

Sweet violet leaf extract that softens and gently soothes skin.

Mainly used to tint products a vivid pink-red; skin benefits are limited.

Chaste tree extract used for mild conditioning and soothing effects.

Grapevine root extract with modest antioxidant and conditioning effects.

Milled grape seeds used as a physical exfoliant to polish skin.

A fermented ingredient that supports comfort and barrier health.

Bambara groundnut extract offering conditioning and antioxidant support.

Fine volcanic mineral powder that polishes skin and absorbs excess oil.

Coarse volcanic grains used to scrub away debris and smooth skin.

A milk protein that forms a light film and improves texture.

Mulberry leaf extract used to even skin tone and add antioxidants.

Fermented grape liquid used for antioxidants and a light astringent feel.

A sandalwood seed oil fatty acid used to nourish and soften skin.

A fermented yeast ingredient that adds light hydration and conditioning.

A pigment used to give lipsticks and nail colors a bright, lasting hue.

A synthetic dye, also called Tartrazine, that gives products a yellow hue.

An insoluble form of Yellow 5 dye used to color oil-based makeup.

A synthetic dye that gives water-based products a vivid orange-yellow.

An oil-dispersible form of Yellow 6 dye used in lipstick and powders.

Fermented dairy that gently exfoliates, hydrates, and soothes skin.

A dairy-derived extract that adds light moisture and a soft finish.

Dehydrated yogurt solids used for light moisture and a smooth feel.

Sichuan pepper extract added for a comforting, delicate skin feel.

Japanese pepper extract used for conditioning and possible antioxidants.

Corn kernel extract used for light conditioning and hydration.

A chelated zinc form used to condition and calm blemish-prone skin.

A zinc salt used in oily, blemish-prone routines to help control shine.

A chelated zinc form used for conditioning in breakout-prone care.

A zinc-hyaluronic acid blend giving ultra-light hydration and slip.

A fine powder that reduces shine and smooths texture in makeup.

A zinc salt used in toners for its mild astringent, oil-control effect.

Ginger root extract that adds antioxidants and a warming, radiant feel.

A spicy ginger essential oil used to add warmth to fragrance blends.

Awapuhi extract used for a light, soothing conditioning effect.

Jujube fruit extract that adds antioxidants and a smoother skin feel.

Jujube seed extract used for a calming, conditioning effect.

Eelgrass extract that offers antioxidant and soothing benefits.

A generic label term with a carrier role and no real skin benefit.

A harsh industrial solvent rarely used in cosmetics due to safety concerns.

A jasmine-like fragrance ingredient with no skincare benefit.

A mugwort fragrance oil that can irritate sensitive skin.

A floral fragrance ingredient now heavily restricted for allergies.

A vaguely defined colorant used to tint products.

A sharp, cooling scent that can easily irritate sensitive skin.

A concentrated pepper extract that creates an intense heat.

A salt ingredient used to fine-tune a formula's texture and stability.

A cinnamon-scented fragrance ingredient that can irritate sensitive skin.

A bold cinnamon-scented oil that can be sensitizing for some skin.

A spicy Ceylon cinnamon leaf oil used mainly for scent.

A rosy fragrance ingredient with little direct skin benefit.

A fast-evaporating solvent with strong odor and irritation risk.

A preservative that can release formaldehyde and may irritate skin.

A clove-scented compound that can trigger sensitivity in some.

A scent additive for lip products with no real skincare benefit.

A rosy-scented fragrance ingredient that can trigger allergies.

A strong preservative that fights microbes but may irritate skin.

A preservative that fights microbes but may irritate sensitive skin.

A floral fragrance now avoided due to its high allergy risk.

A strong antimicrobial rarely used in skincare due to irritation risk.

A citrus fragrance ingredient that can irritate skin once oxidized.

A synthetic vitamin K used to stabilize formulas, with some irritation risk.

A citrus-mint essential oil used mainly for its bright, floral scent.

A spearmint oil used mainly for its strong minty scent and cooling tingle.

A mint compound that creates an icy, tingling, cooling sensation.

An acrylic ingredient that forms a hard, glossy shield in nail products.

A preservative that keeps formulas fresh, though it can irritate some skin.

A strong alkaline ingredient used in tiny amounts to make soap.

A mineral salt used to condition skin and stabilize formulas.

This preservative keeps products fresh but can trigger sensitivities.

Pine resin that helps mascara and lash products grip and shine.

Spanish sage oil mainly adds herbal fragrance to formulas.

A strong industrial-grade cleanser that can be harsh on skin.

A cedar-derived scent oil with a sharp, resinous note; can irritate skin.