Ingredient library
Every ingredient SkinAtlas knows about — all 2161 of them. What each one does, what it works well with, and what to watch for.
Proprietary thermal spring water from Avène, France (Pierre Fabre). Contains naturally occurring silica and a specific trace mineral balance tested for skin tolerability in sensitive and compromised skin.
An extract from lemon myrtle (Backhousia citriodora) leaves, rich in citral and phenolic compounds. Provides antimicrobial, antioxidant, and soothing properties; also imparts a lemon-like fragrance note.
Extract from Bambusa vulgaris (common bamboo) stem, leaves, or sap. One of the most commonly used bamboo species in K-beauty. Contains colloidal silica (bamboo silica), flavonoids, and phenolic acids. Distinct from Bambusa Vulgaris Juice (fresh sap) and Bambusa Vulgaris Stem Extract — the extract may derive from stems or leaves depending on the manufacturer. Used in soothing and brightening formulas.
Water extracted from Bambusa vulgaris (common bamboo), used in cosmetics as a lightweight soothing and conditioning agent naturally rich in silica and polysaccharides.
Extract from the leaves of Barosma betulina (Buchu), a South African shrub. Contains diosphenol (buchu camphor), flavonoids, and volatile oils. Used in prestige skincare for its soothing and antimicrobial properties.
An extract of the common daisy (Bellis perennis) flower, used in cosmetics for its soothing and antioxidant properties.
Birch bark extract used to calm skin and provide antioxidant support.
Extract from the bark of Betula pendula (silver birch). Contains betulin, betulinic acid, lupeol, and other terpenoids with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and soothing properties.
An extract from the bark of Japanese white birch (Betula platyphylla var. japonica). Rich in triterpenoids (betulin, betulinic acid) that provide antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. Distinct from Betula Platyphylla Japonica Juice (sap).
A mineral-rich birch sap used as a hydrating, soothing water-phase base.
A chamomile-derived soothing agent.
A root extract of the red spiderling herb rich in alkaloids, flavonoids, and lignans that provides soothing, antioxidant, and mild brightening benefits in skincare formulas.
A whole-plant or aerial-parts extract of borage (Borago officinalis), used for soothing and antioxidant benefits, distinct from the GLA-rich borage seed oil.
A resin extract from the Boswellia serrata tree containing boswellic acids that inhibit inflammatory enzymes and support skin barrier function.
An extract from the root of Bupleurum falcatum (Chinese thoroughwax, saiko in Japanese), a herb used extensively in East Asian traditional medicine. Contains saikosaponins with anti-inflammatory and adaptogenic properties.
Powdered heartwood stem of Caesalpinia sappan (sappanwood), a plant used in Korean and Asian traditional medicine, providing antioxidant brazilin and soothing phytochemicals to cosmetic formulations.
A mineral powder blend of zinc oxide (≥98%) and approximately 0.5% ferric oxide (iron III oxide), used in cosmetics as a soothing and mild astringent agent particularly for acne-prone, irritated, or inflamed skin; distinct from pure zinc oxide by the inclusion of iron oxide.
A marigold flower extract long used to calm and soothe irritated, sensitive skin.
An extract of balloon vine (Cardiospermum halicacabum) containing phytosterols and triterpenes with cortisone-like anti-inflammatory activity, widely used in products for atopic and sensitive skin.
Extract from the leaves of Cassia alata (empress candle plant / senna alata), a pantropical plant used in traditional medicine; provides antifungal and antioxidant flavonoids in prestige multi-botanical formulas.
An extract from cornflower (Centaurea cyanus) blooms, rich in anthocyanins, apigenin, and quercetin. Used in cosmetics for gentle soothing, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties. Common in eye-area and sensitive skin products.
A calming botanical (cica) prized for soothing stressed skin.
A comprehensive extract from the aerial portions (flower, leaf, and stem) of Centella asiatica — distinct from root-focused or unspecified 'Centella Asiatica Extract'. Delivering the full spectrum of the plant's triterpenoid saponins alongside flavonoids and polyphenols from all above-ground tissues. Particularly popular in Laneige's barrier-focused sleeping mask line for its soothing and barrier-repairing benefits.
The distilled water (hydrosol) from Centella asiatica leaves, used as a soothing and hydrating water-phase ingredient distinct from concentrated Centella asiatica extract.