Ingredient library
Every ingredient SkinAtlas knows about — all 2277 of them. What each one does, what it works well with, and what to watch for.
An extract from the root of Glycyrrhiza uralensis (Chinese licorice), a species distinct from G. glabra (western licorice), containing glycyrrhizin, glycyrrhetinic acid, and flavonoids with anti-inflammatory and brightening effects.
A goat milk extract rich in lipids, proteins, and naturally occurring acids that soothe and condition skin.
Finely dispersed gold particles (colloidal gold / CI 77480) used in prestige skincare primarily for aesthetic appeal and purported skin conditioning benefits.
An extract from Gossypium herbaceum (Levant cotton) plant containing polyphenols and flavonoids used for their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and skin-conditioning properties.
An extract from Vitis vinifera grape fruit, rich in polyphenols (resveratrol, proanthocyanidins, flavonoids) that delivers antioxidant, anti-aging, and anti-inflammatory skin benefits.
Expressed juice from Vitis vinifera grapes used in lip and skin formulations to deliver antioxidant polyphenols, resveratrol, and natural sugars for hydration.
A polyphenol-rich antioxidant that also calms skin.
A ferment filtrate combining Grifola frondosa (maitake mushroom) and Ophioglossum vulgatum (adder's tongue fern) extracts; the fermentation process enhances bioavailability of beta-glucans and flavonoids for antioxidant and brightening effects.
A synthetic derivative of azulene naturally found in guaiac wood essential oil. Shares the potent anti-inflammatory and skin-calming properties of its cousin azulene (from chamomile), with the same striking deep blue color. Used in K-beauty products for sensitive and reactive skin.
Extract from Gynostemma pentaphyllum (jiaogulan), a climbing vine used in traditional Asian medicine. Contains gypenosides (structurally similar to ginsenosides) with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and adaptogenic properties.
An extract from the roots of Gypsophila paniculata (baby's breath) containing triterpenoid saponins used for their mild surfactant and soothing properties.
A crosslinked polyurethane elastomer powder formed from HDI (hexamethylene diisocyanate) and trimethylol hexyllactone. Used in Shiseido formulations as a mattifying and optical blurring agent. Creates a soft-focus effect.
A tannin-rich witch hazel extract with soothing and astringent properties.
Extract from Harungana madagascariensis (harungana), a small African tree with blood-red resin. Contains xanthones and polyphenolic compounds with antioxidant activity.
Job's tears seed extract, a J-beauty heritage ingredient used for hydration and clarity.
A flavonoid-rich botanical extract used as an antioxidant and soothing agent.
A naturally occurring soft phyllosilicate clay mineral used in cosmetics as a thickener, rheology modifier, and absorbent; the unmodified form distinct from organically modified derivatives such as Disteardimonium Hectorite.
An extract from the leaves and stems of Hedera helix (English ivy) with anti-inflammatory and soothing properties, used at low concentrations in cosmetic formulas.
A rhizome extract of white ginger (Hedychium coronarium), rich in flavonoids and essential oils, used as a multiprotective, soothing, and anti-pollution active.
A lightweight, linoleic-acid-rich plant oil that softens skin and reinforces the moisture barrier.
The non-saponifiable fraction of sunflower seed oil, rich in phytosterols, tocopherols, and squalene, used to condition the skin and support barrier repair.
Helichrysum arenarium (sand everlasting / dwarf everlasting) extract is derived from a flowering Asteraceae plant native to Europe and Central Asia, distinct from H. italicum (immortelle). Its unique phytochemicals — arenariumosides I–IV (species-specific TNF-alpha inhibitors), isosalipurposide (dominant chalcone), and flavones (apigenin, galangin, kaempferol) — deliver potent anti-inflammatory activity comparable to indomethacin in vivo, antioxidant and UV photoprotection, and documented anti-sebum effects (EU CosIng REF 34242, CAS 85665-35-6). A protected species in some European countries; verify sustainably sourced material.
Immortelle (everlasting flower) extract, L'Occitane's signature botanical, rich in antioxidants and valued for soothing and regenerative properties.
The steam-distilled essential oil from Helichrysum italicum flowers, valued for its distinctive fragrance and antioxidant/cell-regenerating properties from italidiones and neryl acetate.