Ingredient Dictionary

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

Hydrator / Humectant

Anhydroxylitol

The dehydrated sugar that forces hydration.

Soothing / Anti-Inflammatory

Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract

The gentle, apple-scented soothing flower.

Active Ingredients

Aphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Extract

The marine-derived retinol alternative.

Humectant

Aphanothece Sacrum Exopolysaccharides

Sacran; premium algae-derived moisture shield that locks water down flat over cell lines smoothly.

Humectant

Aphanothece Sacrum Polysaccharide

Sacran; rare volcanic algae extract that holds 5x more water weight than HA, building a flexible protective moisture net.

Antioxidant

Apigenin

The extreme-soothing botanical isolate.

Active Ingredients

Apitoxin

The biological, micro-stinging plump-maker.

Emollient

Apricot Kernel Oil

The gentle, nourishing oil for baby-soft skin.

Solvent / Base

Aqua

The pure water solvent base.

Solvent

Aqua (Water)

Base solvent.

Functional / Support

Arachidyl Alcohol

The waxy, barrier-building thickener.

Functional / Support

Arachidyl Glucoside

The skin-identical, hydrating emulsifier.