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.
A fatty-acid salt used to stabilize emulsions and improve the texture/spreadability of pigmented and powder formulas.
A marigold flower extract long used to calm and soothe irritated, sensitive skin.
A fruit extract from the Japanese beautyberry (Callicarpa japonica) containing flavonoids and phytosterols that provide antioxidant protection and brightening effects.
Cold-pressed oil from the seeds of Calophyllum inophyllum (tamanu), prized in traditional medicine and cosmetics for its cicatrizing, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties.
A seed oil from Camelina sativa high in alpha-linolenic acid (omega-3, ~35-45%), linoleic acid, and tocopherols, used as a stable emollient with barrier-supporting and antioxidant properties.
Extract from the flowers of Camellia japonica (Japanese tsubaki/camellia). Rich in polyphenolic antioxidants. Complements camellia seed oil in formulations for antioxidant and skin-conditioning benefits.
Extract from the leaves of Camellia japonica. Contains catechins, polyphenols, and other antioxidant compounds. Used in premium Japanese skincare for its antioxidant and skin-conditioning benefits.
Extract from the seeds of Camellia japonica. Rich in fatty acids, antioxidants, and phytosterols. Distinct from camellia seed oil — the extract contains both oil-soluble and water-soluble phytochemicals.
A lightweight J-beauty facial oil ('tsubaki') rich in oleic acid and antioxidants.
Tea-plant leaf extract with antioxidant polyphenols.
A seed oil pressed from Camellia oleifera, rich in oleic acid and antioxidants, used as a light, conditioning emollient distinct from tsubaki (Camellia japonica) oil.
The steam distillate (hydrosol) obtained during processing of Camellia sinensis leaves, containing water-soluble catechins and volatile compounds that provide mild antioxidant and soothing benefits; distinct from green tea extract or oil.
Finely ground dried leaves of Camellia sinensis (green tea) providing concentrated catechin antioxidants and mild physical exfoliation; distinct from green tea extract or hydrosol.
Extract from the seeds of Camellia sinensis (green tea). Distinct from leaf extract — seeds contain a different polyphenol and fatty acid profile, offering antioxidant and emollient properties.
An antioxidant-rich green tea seed oil that conditions skin and helps defend against oxidative stress.
Camphor is a naturally occurring bicyclic monoterpenoid obtained from camphor trees (Cinnamomum camphora) or produced synthetically. Used in cosmetics for its distinctive scent and mild cooling/counterirritant effect. Regulated at low concentrations in cosmetics.
The essential oil steam-distilled from ylang-ylang (Cananga odorata) flowers, used primarily as a fragrance ingredient with a known and relatively high sensitization potential.
Canarium Luzonicum Gum Nonvolatiles is the non-volatile resin fraction of Manila elemi (Canarium luzonicum), a tropical tree native to the Philippines. Manila elemi gum contains a volatile terpene-rich essential oil (elemi oil) and a non-volatile resin. The 'nonvolatiles' are the resinous residue remaining after the volatile fraction is removed — largely composed of triterpenes and resin acids. In cosmetics this fraction is used as an emollient and film-former with a silky skin feel.
The ester fraction isolated from candelilla wax (Euphorbia cerifera), used as an emollient and texture agent in lip balms, lipsticks, and creams.
A polyglyceryl-3 ester blend derived from candelilla wax, jojoba oil, and rice bran oil used as a plant-based emollient and emulsifier in cosmetic formulas.
A refined vegetable oil from Brassica campestris (canola/rapeseed) rich in oleic and linoleic fatty acids, used as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent.
Mono-, di-, or triglycerides of capric acid (C10) used as lightweight emollients and skin-conditioning agents in cleansers and moisturizers.
A hydroxamic acid derivative of caprylic acid used as a preservative and chelating agent. Considered a mild, natural-derived preservative alternative to parabens.
A hydroxamic acid preservative and chelator derived from caprylic acid that inhibits microbial growth by depriving bacteria and fungi of essential metal ions; popular in 'clean' and 'preservative-free' labelled formulas.