Ingredient library

A plant stem-cell culture medium from the meristem (undifferentiated growing tissue) of Centella asiatica, harvested for its soothing, antioxidant, and barrier-supporting phytochemicals.

Extract specifically from the roots of Centella asiatica — functionally distinct from the general 'Centella Asiatica Extract' (which typically derives from aerial parts) and from 'Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract'. Roots contain higher concentrations of polysaccharides and a different triterpenoid ratio. Used in multi-part centella extractions (leaf + root + flower/stem) to deliver the full phytochemical breadth of the plant.

Extract from Chamaecyparis obtusa (Japanese hinoki cypress). Rich in hinokitiol (β-thujaplicin) and flavonoids with antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. Used in Transino formulas for skin-calming benefits alongside brightening actives.

An extract derived specifically from the leaves of Chamaecyparis obtusa (Japanese hinoki cypress), delivering soothing, antimicrobial, and antioxidant benefits through hinokitiol and flavonoids; distinct from the general whole-plant Chamaecyparis obtusa extract.

The hydrosol (distillate water) obtained from Chamaecyparis obtusa (Japanese hinoki cypress), carrying water-soluble antimicrobial and soothing compounds including hinokitiol; distinct from the full plant extract.

Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower/Leaf Extract is derived from both the flowers and leaves of German chamomile, yielding a broader phytochemical profile than flower-only extracts. Bioactives include alpha-bisabolol (wound-healing, anti-inflammatory), chamazulene (anti-inflammatory, blue pigment), apigenin and luteolin (flavonoid antioxidants), and phenolic acids from the leaf fraction. Distinct INCI from the flower-only extract; used in soothing and sensitive-skin formulations.

German chamomile flower extract rich in bisabolol and apigenin, used to calm and soothe sensitive or irritated skin.

Steam-distilled floral water (hydrosol) from Chamomilla recutita (German chamomile) flowers. Contains volatile compounds including alpha-bisabolol and chamazulene. Distinct from chamomile extract; functions as a soothing, mildly anti-inflammatory toner base.

Extract from Chloranthus japonicus, a small woodland shrub native to Japan used in traditional herbal medicine. Contains chloranthone and other sesquiterpenoids with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity.

An extract of Chrysanthemum indicum flowers rich in luteolin and apigenin flavonoids, used in Japanese skincare for soothing, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties. Distinct from Chrysanthemum parthenium (feverfew).

An extract of feverfew (Chrysanthemum parthenium / Tanacetum parthenium) used in skincare for its anti-inflammatory, soothing, and antioxidant properties.

Extract from Chrysanthemum sinense (Chinese chrysanthemum / ju hua); used in Korean hanbang formulas for its cooling, soothing, and antioxidant polyphenols.

Cimicifuga racemosa (black cohosh) root extract is derived from the rhizome of a plant native to eastern North America, used in Native American and Western herbal medicine. In cosmetics, its triterpene glycosides and phenolic acids deliver anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity for calming sensitive or reactive skin. The hepatotoxicity concerns from oral supplementation do not apply to topical cosmetic formulations.

A cosmetic extract derived from the leaves of Cinnamomum camphora (camphor tree), delivering antioxidant and mild soothing benefits via leaf polyphenols; distinct from camphor essential oil or the linalool-rich ho wood oil variant.

The aromatic hydrosol (flower water) produced during steam distillation of bitter orange blossoms, used as a toning, soothing water-phase ingredient with a light natural fragrance.

The aqueous distillate (hydrosol) obtained from lemon fruit during steam or water distillation, distinct from lemon extract or lemon essential oil. It retains water-soluble aromatic constituents at low concentrations. Used as a toning, conditioning aqueous phase ingredient in toners, essences, and mists.

Fucoidan-rich extract from Cladosiphon okamuranus, an Okinawan brown algae (mozuku). Fucoidan binds to water molecules to boost skin hydration and has documented anti-inflammatory activity, making it effective for sensitive or dehydrated skin.

An extract from the root of Cnidium officinale (Japanese parsley / Senkyu), a traditional East Asian medicinal herb used in Korean cosmetics for its soothing and skin-conditioning properties.

Cnidium Officinale Root Water is a hydrosol or aqueous distillate from the roots of Cnidium officinale (Japanese lovage, known as Senkyu in Japan and Chuan Xiong / 川芎 in TCM). The root contains ligustilide, butylidenephthalide, ferulic acid, and other bioactives with anti-inflammatory and circulatory-stimulating properties. Used as a functional botanical water in premium Korean formulas (notably Sulwhasoo) for its skin-conditioning and calming character.

Job's Tears (hatomugi) seed extract, a staple J-beauty botanical valued for calming, hydrating and mild brightening effects on dull or rough skin.

Finely milled oats that calm and protect sensitive skin.

An extract from the roots of Coptis chinensis (Chinese goldthread), a plant native to China, rich in isoquinoline alkaloids including berberine with anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties.

Extract from the rhizome of Coptis japonica (Japanese goldthread). Rich in berberine and other isoquinoline alkaloids with potent anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties. Used in traditional Japanese and Chinese medicine.

A botanical root extract used to calm and soothe irritated skin.