Ingredient Dictionary

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

Functional / Support

PEG-8 Dimethicone

The skin-conditioning silicone emulsifier.
Emulsifier

PEG-8 Stearate

An emulsifier that keeps the cream perfectly blended.
Functional / Support

PEG/PPG-17/6 Copolymer

The ultimate toner slip-agent.
Functional / Support

PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone

The magical water-in-silicone binder.
Active Ingredients

Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil

The sebum-regulating floral oil.
Active Ingredients

Pelvetia Canaliculata Extract

The DHEA-mimicking brown algae.
Emollient

Pentaclethra Macroloba Seed Oil

The scar-healing Amazonian oil.
Functional / Support

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate

The invisible formula protector.
Emollient

Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate

The cushiony, soft-focus ester.
Emollient

Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate

The rich, glossy skin-smoothing ester.
Active Ingredients

Pentapeptide-18

The endorphin-mimicking expression line relaxer.
Active Ingredients

Pentapeptide-3

The intense expression-line relaxer.