Ingredient Dictionary

Browse our entire database of scientifically-backed cosmetic ingredients. Uncover the chemistry behind your favorite skincare products.

Hydrator / Humectant

Serine

The most abundant amino acid in your skin's NMF.

Emollient

Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil

The traditional Ayurvedic healing oil.

Active Ingredients

sh-Oligopeptide-1

The Nobel-prize winning epidermal renewer.

Active Ingredients

sh-Oligopeptide-2

The insulin-like growth factor for healing.

Active Ingredients

Sh-Polypeptide-1

The bio-engineered cellular growth trigger.

Active Ingredients

sh-Polypeptide-11

The acidic fibroblast growth factor.

Active Ingredients

sh-Polypeptide-121

The bio-identical vegan collagen peptide.

Active Ingredients

sh-Polypeptide-123

The bio-identical "baby collagen" peptide.

Active Ingredients

sh-Polypeptide-50

The bio-identical elastin restorer.

Active Ingredients

sh-Polypeptide-9

The vascular endothelial growth factor.

Occlusive

Shea Butter

The rich, heavy-duty moisturizer for severely dry or cracked skin.

Exfoliant

Shikimic Acid

The antimicrobial AHA alternative for acne.