Ingredient Dictionary

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

Soothing / Anti-Inflammatory

Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract

The cooling, refreshing botanical.

Functional / Support

Mentha Piperita Oil

The intensely cooling, stimulating mint oil.

Functional / Support

Menthyl Lactate

The non-irritating alternative to Menthol.

UV Filter

Methoxypropylamino Cyclohexenylidene Ethoxyethylcyanoacetate

Mexoryl 400; the world's most advanced organic filter blocking ultra-long UVA1 waves (380-400nm).

Functional / Support

Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide

The intense, long-lasting physiological cooler.

Hydrator / Humectant

Methyl Gluceth-10

The ultra-smooth, lightweight corn sugar.

Hydrator / Humectant

Methyl Gluceth-20

The heavy-duty, non-tacky humectant.

Active

Methyl Salicylate

Organic counter-irritant ester providing powerful deep-tier relief by dilating capillary vessels cleanly.

UV Filter

Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol

The hybrid chemical-physical UV filter.

Active Ingredients

Methylglucoside Phosphate

The cellular energy booster.

Functional / Support

Methylisothiazolinone

๐Ÿšจ AVOID: The severe contact-allergen preservative.

Functional / Support

Methylparaben

The highly misunderstood, effective preservative.