Ingredient Dictionary

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

Functional / Support

Myristic Acid

The fatty acid that makes cleansers foam.
Active Ingredients

Myristoyl Hexapeptide-16

The barrier-fortifying keratin booster.
Active Ingredients

Myristoyl Hexapeptide-5

The lipid-bound collagen defender.
Active Ingredients

Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17

The peptide that stimulates keratin production.
Active Ingredients

Myristoyl Pentapeptide-8

The deep-driving tissue repairer.
Antioxidant

Myristyl 3-Glyceryl Ascorbate

The deep-penetrating, oil-loving Vitamin C.
Emollient

Myristyl Alcohol

The velvety, thickening fatty alcohol.
Functional / Support

Myristyl Myristate

The heavy, occlusive ester for rich creams.
Hydrator / Humectant

Myrothamnus Flabellifolia Extract

The desert plant that revives dead skin.
Active Ingredients

N-Acetyl Glucosamine

The hyaluronic-acid building brightener.
Antioxidant

N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine

The precursor to the master antioxidant, Glutathione.
Active Ingredients

N-Hydroxysuccinimide

The iron-binding dark circle fader.