Skincare Ingredients, Explained
Discover the most common skincare ingredients and understand what they actually do. Our glossary breaks down benefits, safety insights, and key facts — so you can make informed decisions with confidence.
Alcohol (Ethanol)
Allantoin
Azelaic Acid
Bakuchiol
Beeswax
Benzoyl Peroxide
Caffeine
Carbomer
Castor Oil
Centella
Ceramides
Collagen
Dimethicone
Exosomes
Glutathione
Glycerin
Glycolic Acid
Green Tea Extract
Honey (Mel)
Hyaluronic Acid
Kaolin
Keratin
Kojic Acid
Lactic Acid
Mica
Niacinamide
Panthenol
Parfum (Fragrance)
PDRN
Peptides
Retinol
Salicylic Acid
Shea Butter
Silica
SLS (Sodium Lauryl Sulfate)
Squalane
Titanium Dioxide
Ubiquinone
Urea
Vitamin C