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.
A phospholipid emulsifier that blends oil and water and supports delivery of actives.
A hydrogenated form of lysolecithin, a phospholipid with one fatty acid chain. Hydrogenation improves oxidative stability. Used as an emulsifier and barrier-supportive ingredient in ceramide-rich and sensitive-skin formulations.
A hydrogenated oil derived from oat (Avena sativa) kernels that functions as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent with anti-inflammatory avenanthramides.
A generic term for vegetable-derived oils that have been partially or fully hydrogenated to raise their melting point. Functions as an emollient and occlusive agent. The specific source oil varies by formulation. Used in d program moist-care emulsions.
Olive oil that has been hydrogenated to a semi-solid, oxidation-stable form. Used as a rich emollient and occlusive agent in creams and balms.
Esters formed from hydrogenated olive oil fatty acids and decyl alcohol, used as a stable emollient.
Esters formed from hydrogenated olive oil fatty acids and lauryl alcohol, used as a stable emollient that provides conditioning without the oxidative instability of unhydrogenated olive oil.
A solid wax ester derived from hydrogenated olive oil and stearyl alcohol; used as an emollient and texture modifier in vegan botanical formulas, providing skin-identical lipids for barrier support.
The non-saponifiable fraction of hydrogenated olive oil, concentrated in squalene, plant sterols, and tocopherols (vitamin E). These biologically active components mirror skin's natural lipids, making it a conditioning emollient that softens, nourishes, and helps reinforce the barrier. Common in rich creams and anti-aging formulas.
A citric acid ester of hydrogenated palm glycerides used as a mild emulsifier and emollient in cleansers and creams.
Fully hydrogenated palm kernel oil, raised to a solid fat at room temperature. Its high lauric acid content makes it an effective occlusive emollient and emulsion thickener, structurally similar to hydrogenated coconut oil.
A fully or partially hydrogenated form of palm oil used as a solid emollient and occlusive agent in creams, balms, and skin-conditioning products.
A fully saturated form of phosphatidylcholine (lecithin) obtained by hydrogenation of unsaturated bonds, used as a stable emulsifier, skin barrier-supportive lipid, and liposome-forming ingredient in high-end serums and creams.
A hydrogenated synthetic hydrocarbon polymer that acts as a lightweight emollient and texture enhancer in cosmetic formulations.
A hydrogenated polyisobutene-related synthetic hydrocarbon polymer used as an occlusive emollient and texture agent, distinct from hydrogenated polyisobutene.
A synthetic hydrocarbon polymer used as a lightweight, stable emollient that gives a smooth, non-greasy skin feel.
A saturated synthetic hydrocarbon polymer derived from isobutylene; used as a lightweight, non-comedogenic emollient and occlusive agent in sunscreens and serums.
Rapeseed (Brassica napus) oil that has been fully or partially hydrogenated to produce a solid or semi-solid wax. Used as an emollient, thickener, and consistency agent in creams and balms.
Hydrogenated Rosin is produced by catalytic hydrogenation of natural colophony (pine rosin), a complex mixture of diterpene resin acids dominated by abietic acid. Hydrogenation saturates the double bonds in the resin acids, significantly improving oxidative stability, reducing yellowing, and decreasing the allergenic abietic acid content. In cosmetics it is used as a film-former and viscosity modifier. EU Cosmetics Regulation includes colophony derivatives among monitored potential allergens, though the hydrogenated form is substantially safer than natural rosin.
Shea butter that has undergone hydrogenation to convert unsaturated fatty acids to saturated ones, creating a harder, waxy texture that is more stable than regular shea butter. Melts at skin temperature to deliver long-lasting moisturization. Used in First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream.
A hydrogenated form of soybean-derived phospholipids. Hydrogenation improves oxidative stability while maintaining structural similarity to skin lipids. Used as an emulsifier and barrier-supporting ingredient in premium formulations.
A mixture of polyols (sorbitol, maltitol, and longer-chain sugar alcohols) obtained by hydrogenation of starch hydrolysate, used as a humectant and skin-conditioning agent.
A blend of partially or fully hydrogenated plant oils used as a solid emollient and thickener in creams and balms.
A hydrolyzed form of algin (a polysaccharide from brown seaweeds) used as a humectant and film-forming agent in serums and moisturizers.