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 derived from rice fermented with Monascus fungi (red yeast rice), rich in natural pigments, amino acids, and antioxidant compounds used to brighten and protect skin.
Extract of noni fruit, rich in vitamins and polyphenols; the 'energizing' antioxidant hero of many K-beauty ampoules.
Morus Alba Fruit Extract is derived from the fruit of white mulberry (Morus alba), distinct from the root extract (which is used primarily for tyrosinase inhibition and brightening). The fruit is particularly rich in anthocyanins, resveratrol-related stilbenes, quercetin, and vitamin C. In cosmetics it provides antioxidant protection and mild brightening contribution via polyphenolic radical scavenging rather than the direct melanogenesis inhibition of the root extract.
Myrciaria Dubia (Camu Camu) Fruit Extract is derived from the camu camu fruit native to the Peruvian and Brazilian Amazon. The fruit has one of the highest natural vitamin C concentrations of any food, providing both ascorbic acid and related polyphenol antioxidants (anthocyanins, ellagic acid) in the extract. Used in premium Korean skincare as part of natural vitamin C complex ingredients alongside synthetic derivatives.
An extract from the leaves and berries of common myrtle (Myrtus communis), rich in flavonoids, tannins, and myricetin, used for its antioxidant and soothing properties.
Extract from the leaves of Myrtus communis (common myrtle), a Mediterranean plant. Contains polyphenols, flavonoids, and volatile compounds providing antioxidant and mild astringent benefits. Used in both skincare and fragrance compositions.
An extract from the flowers of Narcissus pseudo-narcissus (common daffodil) containing antioxidant flavonoids and alkaloids, used to protect and condition skin.
Extract from Nasturtium officinale (watercress), an aquatic cruciferous plant. Rich in glucosinolates that convert to bioactive isothiocyanates, plus significant vitamin C and carotenoid content.
Aqueous extract from watercress (Nasturtium officinale) leaves and stems. Rich in glucosinolates, vitamins, and minerals. Used in Shiseido and Elixir formulas for its antioxidant and mild skin-conditioning properties.
An extract from the flowers of the sacred lotus (Nelumbo nucifera) rich in flavonoids and tannins with antioxidant, soothing, and mild brightening properties.
Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide (NAD+), a critical coenzyme in cellular energy metabolism and DNA repair. Included in Filorga's NCEF complex for its cellular energy-supporting properties. NAD+ is the oxidized form; works alongside NADH in the electron transport chain.
An extract from the flowers and leaves of Ocimum basilicum (sweet basil) containing flavonoids, rosmarinic acid, and essential oil components with antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties.
Whole-plant extract from Ocimum basilicum (sweet basil). Contains rosmarinic acid, linalool, eugenol, and flavonoids. Used in multi-botanical serum blends for its antioxidant and mild antimicrobial properties.
An extract of holy basil (tulsi) leaves rich in antioxidant and soothing compounds.
An extract from evening primrose flowers with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, distinct from the GLA-rich seed oil.
Extract from the flowers, leaves, and stems of Oenothera biennis (evening primrose). Complements the oil (from seeds) with water-soluble phenolic antioxidants.
An extract from olive (Olea europaea) leaves, rich in oleuropein, hydroxytyrosol, and flavonoids. Provides potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and mild antimicrobial benefits in skincare.
A pentacyclic triterpene naturally found in olive leaves, olive oil, and rosemary. In cosmetics, used for its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and mild tyrosinase-inhibiting (brightening) properties. Also studied for its role in supporting the skin's own ceramide synthesis pathway.
A general (non-part-specific) extract from prickly pear cactus (Opuntia ficus-indica) providing betalain antioxidants, polyphenols, and polysaccharides for antioxidant and skin-soothing benefits.
Extract from the pads (cladodes) of Opuntia vulgaris, a common prickly pear cactus. Contains betalain pigments, flavonoids, and polysaccharides that deliver antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. Distinct from Opuntia Tuna Fruit Extract (made from the fruit).
Orange Peel Extract is a generic INCI designation for an extract derived from the peel (flavedo and albedo) of orange fruit (Citrus sinensis or Citrus aurantium). The peel is particularly rich in flavonoids (hesperidin, nobiletin, tangeretin), limonoids, and carotenoids with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity. Used in cleansing and brightening formulas as an antioxidant botanical.
An extract from the leaves of sweet marjoram (Origanum majorana) in the mint family, rich in rosmarinic acid, used for antioxidant and soothing properties in skincare.
Whole-plant extract from Origanum vulgare (oregano). Exceptionally rich in antioxidant polyphenols (rosmarinic acid, quercetin) and phenolic monoterpenes (carvacrol, thymol). Used at trace concentrations in acne and trouble-targeting formulas for its antimicrobial and antioxidant benefits.
An extract from the leaves of common oregano (Origanum vulgare) rich in rosmarinic acid, carvacrol, and thymol, used for its antioxidant and antimicrobial properties in skincare formulations.