Ingredient library
Every ingredient SkinAtlas knows about — all 2371 of them. What each one does, what it works well with, and what to watch for.
A mixed ester of propylene glycol with caprylic (C8) and capric (C10) fatty acids used as a lightweight, non-comedogenic emollient with excellent skin feel.
A lightweight synthetic ester of propylheptanol and caprylic acid that delivers a dry, non-greasy emollient feel in serums and creams.
A longer-chain paraben preservative effective against bacteria and fungi, permitted by EU SCCS at up to 0.14% with specific restrictions on products for infants.
A proteolytic enzyme that cleaves peptide bonds in denatured or dead skin proteins. Used in enzyme-based cleansers and wash-off exfoliants (Melano CC Enzyme Face Wash) to provide gentle exfoliation alongside vitamin C actives.
An extract from the leaves of Prunella vulgaris (self-heal), a mint-family herb, containing rosmarinic acid, ursolic acid, and polyphenols that provide anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and skin-soothing benefits.
An extract from the fruit (hull/skin) of Prunus amygdalus dulcis (sweet almond), providing antioxidant polyphenols and mild conditioning properties distinct from the seed oil.
Sweet almond oil, a softening emollient rich in oleic acid.
Fresh-pressed juice from apricot (Prunus armeniaca), distinct from apricot kernel oil or fruit extract, supplying humectant sugars and skin-conditioning vitamins.
A water or hydroalcoholic extract of apricot kernels rich in polyphenols and flavonoids, used for antioxidant and skin-conditioning benefits; distinct from the expressed fixed oil.
Apricot kernel oil, a light, conditioning emollient.
An extract from European plum fruit (Prunus domestica) rich in polyphenols and flavonoids that provide antioxidant protection and condition skin.
Extract from the flowers of Prunus lannesiana (Oshima cherry / Yoshino cherry), one of the most culturally significant cherry trees in Japan. Contains sakuranetol, coumarin derivatives, and polyphenols with antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties.
An extract from the fruit of Prunus mume (ume / Japanese plum or apricot), a plant central to Japanese traditional beauty practices, valued for its antioxidant polyphenols and organic acids that contribute brightening and conditioning effects.
An extract from peach fruit (Prunus persica), distinct from peach leaf or seed extracts, delivering antioxidant polyphenols and soothing properties.
Cold-pressed oil from the kernels of Prunus persica (peach). Closely related to Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil in fatty acid composition — predominantly oleic acid (~65%) and linoleic acid (~25%). Lighter in texture than shea or coconut derivatives, making it well-suited for leave-on facial and lip formulas. Provides skin conditioning and mild antioxidant support.
Extract from peach (Prunus persica) seeds. Rich in antioxidant polyphenols and fatty acids. Used in Shiseido Elixir's Reflet line for antioxidant and skin-conditioning benefits.
An extract of peach (Prunus persica) leaves rich in polyphenols and flavonoids, used in Japanese skincare for soothing, antioxidant, and skin-conditioning properties.
An extract from the flowers of Prunus serrulata (Japanese cherry / sakura), used for antioxidant and brightening properties; distinct from the leaf extract and the yeast fermentation filtrate entries already in the KB.
Extract from the leaves of Prunus serrulata (Japanese cherry, Sakura), a culturally significant tree in Japan. Contains sakuranetol, coumarin derivatives, and antioxidant polyphenols. Used for its antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties.
Extract from the leaves of Prunus speciosa (Oshima cherry), a wild Japanese cherry tree. Contains phenolic acids and flavonoids with antioxidant properties. Frequently used in Shiseido's brightening lines alongside other Japanese botanicals.
An extract from the leaves of the Yoshino cherry tree (Prunus yedoensis), used in cosmetics for its soothing and antioxidant properties.
Marine-derived exopolysaccharides from Pseudoalteromonas bacteria that provide clinically effective hydration, skin barrier strengthening, and anti-aging benefits in cosmetic formulations.
A marine-bacteria ferment (exopolysaccharide) that hydrates and soothes sensitive skin.
A filtrate from fermenting Camellia sinensis seed oil with Pseudozyma epicola yeast, yielding mannosylerythritol lipid (MEL) glycolipids. MELs have a lamellar structure similar to skin's natural lipids, enabling enhanced penetration and barrier-supportive delivery of fatty acids and antioxidants. Key ingredient in Drunk Elephant Lala Retro Whipped Cream.