Ingredient Dictionary

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

Functional / Support

Alchemilla Vulgaris Extract

The elite botanical pore-tightener.

Solvent

Alcohol

Volatile solvent that evaporates instantly, making the formula weightless but potentially drying.

Solvent

Alcohol Denat

Highly evaporative solvent that increases active penetration but aggressively strips structural barrier lipids completely.

Solvent

Alcohol Denat.

Volatile denatured alcohol used to thin product viscosity and flash off grease immediately.

Emollient

Aleurites Moluccanus Seed Oil

The Hawaiian secret for sunburn and eczema.

Hydrator / Humectant

Algae Oligosaccharides

The deep-penetrating marine hydrators.

Soothing / Anti-Inflammatory

Allantoin

An extract from the comfrey plant that promotes cell healing.

Soothing / Anti-Inflammatory

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract

The legendary, mucilage-rich skin healer.

Soothing / Anti-Inflammatory

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice

The universal sunburn and redness healer.

Soothing / Anti-Inflammatory

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water

The hydrating, soothing base water.

Soothing / Anti-Inflammatory

Aloe Vera

The classic cooling gel for sunburns and stressed skin.

Antioxidant

Alpha Arbutin

The safe, stable cousin of Hydroquinone for brightening.