Skincare ingredient glossary

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

Helps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin

A fruit extract that might help to attract water to the upper layer of the skin, but there is no evidence for any other benefits to the skin

Helps stabilize a product formulation

Helps stabilize the product formulation

An emollient that helps create a nice silky finish on the skin

A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles

A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin

Helps oil and water mix together

A colorant. Does not have any proven benefits in skin

Ingredient Dictionary