Ingredient library
Every ingredient SkinAtlas knows about — all 2402 of them. What each one does, what it works well with, and what to watch for.
A C16 saturated fatty acid naturally found in skin sebum, used as an emollient and emulsifier to soften skin and stabilize creams.
A mixed triglyceride of palmitic (C16) and stearic (C18) fatty acids used as a solid-to-semi-solid emollient that softens skin and improves the texture of balm and cream formulations.
A synthetic signal peptide composed of palmitic acid, alanine, and histidine that provides antioxidant protection, inhibits glycation, and supports skin barrier function with a well-tolerated safety profile.
One of the two active peptides in the Syn-Ake complex (Lipotec). Acts at the neuromuscular junction to reduce voluntary muscle contraction, contributing to visibly smoother expression lines over time.
The second active component of the Syn-Ake dipeptide complex, working alongside Palmitoyl Dipeptide-5 Diaminobutyroyl Hydroxythreonine to modulate neuromuscular signaling and soften expression lines.
A grapevine-derived brightening antioxidant (the 'viniferine' active in Caudalie Vinoperfect), studied for fading hyperpigmentation and dark spots.
A synthetic lipopeptide (palmitic acid conjugated to heptapeptide-18) that binds neurons and inhibits acetylcholine release, producing a topical Botox-like reduction in expression lines.
A signal peptide used to support firmness and a smoother, conditioned skin surface.
A synthetic lipopeptide that suppresses neuron-to-muscle signal transfer, providing a topical muscle-relaxing effect that reduces the appearance of expression lines.
A lipo-amino acid cosmetic peptide (CAS 54617-29-7) that functions as a plumping and volumizing agent, filling wrinkles and providing anti-aging benefits across all skin layers.
A palmitoyl-modified pentapeptide (Lys-Thr-Thr-Lys-Ser) known commercially as Matrixyl. Stimulates collagen synthesis and extracellular matrix production, improving skin firmness and reducing wrinkle depth.
A signal peptide that promotes skin brightness, accelerates natural exfoliation, and supports tissue regeneration for smoother, more radiant skin.
A signal peptide (part of the Matrixyl 3000 system) that helps reduce inflammatory response and supports collagen production for firmer-looking skin.
A collagen-signalling peptide (the second half of Matrixyl 3000) that prompts skin to rebuild structural proteins, improving firmness over time.
A signal peptide (Matrixyl Synthe'6) that stimulates endogenous production of collagens, hyaluronic acid, and other matrix components for comprehensive anti-aging benefits.
A biomimetic signal peptide of palmitic acid and lysine-valine that stimulates collagen and elastin synthesis through the TGF-beta pathway, improving firmness and reducing the appearance of wrinkles.
A palmitoylated synthetic tripeptide that mimics the anti-inflammatory signaling domain of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH). Activates melanocortin MC-1R receptors on keratinocytes and immune cells, triggering the same anti-inflammatory cascade as the endogenous neuropeptide. Used in Dr. Jart+ Cicapair formulas and other K-beauty calming products for its potent yet gentle anti-inflammatory and sensitivity-reducing properties.
An extract from ginseng berries rich in ginsenosides with antioxidant and revitalizing effects.
A biotech-derived extract from cultured ginseng callus cells, providing concentrated ginsenosides and polysaccharides with antioxidant and revitalizing effects without plant harvesting.
An extract from Panax ginseng (unspecified or whole-plant derivation), delivering ginsenosides and polysaccharides for antioxidant and revitalizing skin benefits; distinct from the root-specific INCI Panax Ginseng Root Extract.
Panax Ginseng Flower Extract is derived from the flowers of the ginseng plant, a distinct botanical part with a unique ginsenoside profile compared to the root (the most commonly used part). Flower extracts are enriched in specific saponins and polyphenolic antioxidants that provide skin-brightening and anti-aging benefits. Used in premium Korean beauty products as part of multi-part ginseng complexes (root + flower + seed + berry).
An extract derived from the leaves and stems (aerial parts) of Panax ginseng, providing a ginsenoside and polyphenol profile distinct from root extracts, with antioxidant and soothing properties.
A revered K-beauty botanical used for antioxidant, brightening and revitalizing effects.
Panax Ginseng Root Protoplasts are plant cell protoplasts — intact ginseng cells with their cellulose cell walls enzymatically removed — derived from Panax ginseng root tissue culture. The protoplast encapsulates the complete intracellular content of the ginseng root cell, including the full ginsenoside profile, polysaccharides, amino acids, enzymes, and cellular organelles, in their natural ratios. Used by Sulwhasoo in their top-tier Timetreasure Honorstige line as a differentiated premium active representing the most complete form of ginseng-derived ingredient delivery.