Ingredient Dictionary

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

Soothing / Anti-Inflammatory

Peucedanum Ostruthium Leaf Extract

The traditional Swiss skin healer.

Antioxidant

Phaeodactylum Tricornutum Extract

The cellular-purifying diatom algae.

Soothing / Anti-Inflammatory

Phaseolus Radiatus Seed Extract

The traditional detoxifying, cooling seed.

Antioxidant

Phellinus Linteus Extract

The immune-boosting medicinal mushroom.

Soothing / Anti-Inflammatory

Phellodendron Amurense Root Extract

The berberine-rich, anti-inflammatory bark.

Functional / Support

Phenoxyethanol

The safe, global standard for keeping products mold-free.

Emollient

Phenyl Trimethicone

The high-shine, protective silicone polymer.

Hydrator / Humectant

Phenylalanine

The melanin-regulating amino acid.

UV Filter

Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid

The water-soluble, ultra-light UVB filter.

Active Ingredients

Phenylethyl Resorcinol

The hyper-potent, pine-derived dark spot fader.

Active

Phenylethyl Resorcinol (SymWhite 377)

Next-generation pine-derived skin lightener delivering extreme tyrosinase enzyme inhibition indices safely.

Functional / Support

Phenylpropanol

The floral-scented, masking preservative.