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Ingredient glossary
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Actives & Humectants
29 ingredients
AAllantoin
A soothing skin-conditioning ingredient often used to support comfort, softness, and recovery-focused formulas.
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BBakuchiol
A botanical-derived active used in formulas positioned around smoother-looking, resilient skin and modern age-support routines.
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BBisabolol
A calming ingredient commonly selected for sensitive-skin, redness-comfort, and post-treatment positioning.
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CCeramides
Barrier-supporting lipids used to reinforce moisture retention and improve the feel of dry or compromised skin.
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CCollagen
A conditioning ingredient used in hydration and plumping-focused formulas for a smoother, cushioned skin feel.
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EExosomes
A contemporary skincare concept used in advanced recovery and renewal-focused product positioning.
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FFerulic Acid
An antioxidant often paired with other antioxidants to support formula stability and environmental-defense positioning.
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GGlycerin
A classic humectant that attracts water and helps maintain a soft, hydrated skin feel.
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GGlycolic Acid
An alpha hydroxy acid used in exfoliating formulas designed to improve texture and visible radiance.
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GGrowth Factors
A category of advanced actives used in formulas positioned around renewal, firmness, and skin-support routines.
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HHexylresorcinol
A brightening-focused ingredient used in formulas targeting uneven-looking tone and visible discoloration.
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HHyaluronic Acid
A water-binding humectant used to create hydrated, plumped, and cushiony skin feel.
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HHypochlorous Acid
A gentle ingredient used in calming, cleansing, and skin-support products for sensitive-feeling skin.
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KKojic Acid
A brightening ingredient commonly used in formulas targeting the appearance of uneven tone and dark spots.
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LLactic Acid
A gentler alpha hydroxy acid used for surface exfoliation while supporting a hydrated skin feel.
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MMandelic Acid
A larger-molecule alpha hydroxy acid used in more gradual exfoliation concepts and texture-refining routines.
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MMethylsulfonylmethane
An ingredient used in skin-support formulations focused on comfort, resilience, and appearance.
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NNiacinamide
A versatile vitamin B3 derivative used for barrier support, tone, texture, and oil-balance positioning.
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PPanthenol
A conditioning provitamin used to support hydration, comfort, and a smoother skin feel.
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PPeptides
Short amino-acid chains used in targeted formulas positioned around firmness, smoothness, and age-support.
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PPolyglutamic Acid
A humectant used to complement hydration systems and improve a plumped, conditioned skin feel.
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PPolyhydroxy Acids
Gentle exfoliating acids often selected for formulas that combine surface renewal with hydration support.
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PPropanediol
A multifunctional humectant and solvent used to support hydration, texture, and ingredient delivery.
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RRetinol
A vitamin A derivative used in carefully designed evening formulas focused on visible renewal and texture.
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A beta hydroxy acid used in formulas targeting excess oil, clogged pores, and smoother-looking skin.
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A plant-derived skincare concept used in formulas positioned around replenishment, protection, and visible vitality.
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An antioxidant also known as CoQ10, used in formulas focused on environmental defense and energized-looking skin.
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An antioxidant ingredient family frequently used in radiance, tone, and environmental-defense formulas.
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An oil-soluble antioxidant used for conditioning, nourishment, and protection against oxidative stress.
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19 ingredientsAAloe Vera
A classic botanical used to support hydration, comfort, and a fresh skin feel.
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A fruit extract used in radiance, antioxidant, and gentle-renewal product concepts.
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A botanical extract used in formulas positioned around smoothness, resilience, and mineral-rich care.
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A marine extract used in antioxidant, mineral-rich, and revitalizing skincare concepts.
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A botanical extract associated with soothing and resilient-looking skin positioning.
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A gentle botanical used in calm, comfort, and sensitive-skin-oriented formulas.
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A fresh botanical direction often used in cooling, hydration, and de-puffing concepts.
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A mineral-rich marine botanical used in hydration, conditioning, and revitalizing formula stories.
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An energizing botanical used in revitalizing and radiance-oriented product concepts.
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An antioxidant-rich botanical frequently used for calm, balance, and environmental support.
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A botanical category used in modern formulas positioned around soothing, hydration, and resilience.
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A versatile ingredient used for comfort, conditioning, cleansing, and barrier-supporting sensoriality.
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A marine botanical used in hydration, antioxidant, and firmness-focused formulas.
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A plant-derived antioxidant used in environmental-defense and age-support product concepts.
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A botanical extract used in antioxidant, scalp, and balancing product stories.
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A marine-derived fermented ingredient used in revitalizing and mineral-rich skincare concepts.
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A botanical used in radiance, antioxidant, and calm-skin positioning.
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A botanical extract naturally associated with salicylates and used in clarifying formula concepts.
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A botanical used in toning, oil-balance, and refreshed-skin product positioning.
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17 ingredientsAAlmond Oil
A conditioning plant oil used to add softness, slip, and a nourished after-feel.
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A rich emollient oil used in dry-skin and intensive-care formulas for comfort and conditioning.
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A rich lipid ingredient used in select traditional-style balm and intensive moisture formulas.
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A distinctive botanical oil used in soothing, sensorial, and premium-positioned formulas.
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A nutrient-rich botanical oil used in glow, conditioning, and antioxidant-focused product stories.
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A rich plant butter used to add cushion, occlusivity, and lasting softness.
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A familiar emollient used in body, hair, and balm formulas for conditioning and softness.
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A lightweight botanical oil used in conditioning, barrier-support, and sensitive-skin concepts.
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A lightweight emollient valued for elegant slip and compatibility with many skin-feel profiles.
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A botanical oil used in dry-skin and haircare formulas to support softness and moisture retention.
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A rich botanical oil used in nourishing, antioxidant, and radiance-focused concepts.
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A conditioning oil used in formulas focused on softness, comfort, and visible radiance.
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A botanical oil frequently selected for nourishing and tone-support product stories.
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A vivid botanical oil used in nourishing, antioxidant, and glow-focused formulations.
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A rich plant butter used to build cushion, occlusivity, and lasting softness.
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A lightweight emollient used to support softness with a polished, non-greasy finish.
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A versatile botanical oil used for conditioning, barrier-support, and body-care applications.
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How ingredient customization works.
Do you offer vegan, organic, or clean beauty formulations?
The catalogue includes a range of clean-beauty directions, and project suitability should be confirmed against the current formula specification and your target-market requirements.
Can I customize active ingredients?
Yes, where technically compatible. Semi-custom and custom pathways can be used to evaluate selected actives, extracts, oils, or humectants.
Can you create a completely custom formula?
Yes. Custom formulation starts with a technical brief and proceeds through bench samples, refinement, validation, scale-up, and production.
Ingredient names are a starting point. The finished formula, testing plan, claims, and production specification determine the real product experience.
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