Ingredient library
Every ingredient SkinAtlas knows about — all 2178 of them. What each one does, what it works well with, and what to watch for.
An extract from the cones (strobili) of Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris). Rich in proanthocyanidins, gallic acid, and flavonoids; provides antioxidant and mild conditioning benefits. Distinct from pine needle or bark extract.
A root extract of Japanese knotweed (Polygonum cuspidatum), the richest natural source of resveratrol, used for antioxidant protection and brightening in skincare.
Root extract from Polygonum multiflorum (He Shou Wu / Fo-Ti), a classic herb in traditional Chinese and Korean medicine. Topically applied in skincare for its stilbene glycosides and anthraquinone bioactives, which provide antioxidant and skin-conditioning benefits.
Extract from Poria cocos (fu ling / wolfiporia extensa), a medicinal fungus widely used in traditional Korean and Chinese medicine; provides beta-glucans for antioxidant and calming effects in prestige hanbang skincare.
A stabilized vitamin C + vitamin E hybrid derivative that delivers paired antioxidant and brightening benefits with good formula stability.
An extract from the fruit (hull/skin) of Prunus amygdalus dulcis (sweet almond), providing antioxidant polyphenols and mild conditioning properties distinct from the seed oil.
A water or hydroalcoholic extract of apricot kernels rich in polyphenols and flavonoids, used for antioxidant and skin-conditioning benefits; distinct from the expressed fixed oil.
An extract from European plum fruit (Prunus domestica) rich in polyphenols and flavonoids that provide antioxidant protection and condition skin.
Extract from the flowers of Prunus lannesiana (Oshima cherry / Yoshino cherry), one of the most culturally significant cherry trees in Japan. Contains sakuranetol, coumarin derivatives, and polyphenols with antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties.
An extract from the fruit of Prunus mume (ume / Japanese plum or apricot), a plant central to Japanese traditional beauty practices, valued for its antioxidant polyphenols and organic acids that contribute brightening and conditioning effects.
An extract from peach fruit (Prunus persica), distinct from peach leaf or seed extracts, delivering antioxidant polyphenols and soothing properties.
Extract from peach (Prunus persica) seeds. Rich in antioxidant polyphenols and fatty acids. Used in Shiseido Elixir's Reflet line for antioxidant and skin-conditioning benefits.
An extract from the flowers of Prunus serrulata (Japanese cherry / sakura), used for antioxidant and brightening properties; distinct from the leaf extract and the yeast fermentation filtrate entries already in the KB.
Extract from the leaves of Prunus serrulata (Japanese cherry, Sakura), a culturally significant tree in Japan. Contains sakuranetol, coumarin derivatives, and antioxidant polyphenols. Used for its antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties.
Extract from the leaves of Prunus speciosa (Oshima cherry), a wild Japanese cherry tree. Contains phenolic acids and flavonoids with antioxidant properties. Frequently used in Shiseido's brightening lines alongside other Japanese botanicals.
An isoflavone-rich kudzu root extract that provides antioxidant protection and soothes skin.
An extract from the fruit of pomegranate (Punica granatum), rich in ellagitannins, punicalagins, and anthocyanins, used in cosmetics for antioxidant, brightening, and soothing benefits.
The expressed juice of pomegranate (Punica granatum) fruit, distinct from a concentrated extract, used to deliver antioxidant polyphenols and light hydration in skin care formulas.
An extract from apple (Pyrus malus / Malus domestica) fruit rich in polyphenols and organic acids, used for antioxidant and conditioning benefits in cosmetics.
A widely distributed plant flavonoid used in cosmetics as a potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agent that protects against UV-induced oxidative damage and supports skin barrier recovery.
Extract from the bark of Quercus suber (cork oak). Rich in suberin, tannins, and polyphenols with antioxidant, soothing, and astringent properties. Used in Tunemakers' moisture cream.
An extract from Panax ginseng root that has been steamed and dried (red ginseng processing), which converts ginsenosides to heat-transformed forms (Rg2, Rh1) with enhanced antioxidant and skin-revitalizing potency compared to unprocessed white ginseng.
An extract from the root of Rehmannia chinensis (Chinese foxglove), one of the 50 fundamental herbs in TCM. Contains iridoid glycosides, oligosaccharides, and amino acids used for skin conditioning and antioxidant support in Japanese prestige skincare.
A polyphenol antioxidant from grapes.