About the Ingredient: Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate Rating: Poor Fair Good Very Good Excellent Categories: Plant What Is Leuconostoc Used For? An alternative to potentially harmful preservatives, leuconostoc is a natural antimicrobial preservative used in skincare and cosmetics. It can also be useful when used topically in products for skin...

About the Ingredient: Chamomile Extract Rating: Poor Fair Good Very Good Excellent Categories: Plant What Is Chamomile Extract Used For? Roman chamomile and German chamomile are the two kinds of chamomile plants. German chamomile is more potent due to its higher azulene content. Azulene is an extract often used as...

About the Ingredient: Ubiquinone (Coenzyme Q10) Rating: Poor Fair Good Very Good Excellent Categories: Antioxidant What Is Ubiquinone Used For? Ubiquinone is vital to cell functioning and development. This naturally-occurring antioxidant decreases as we age, so it is often used in anti-aging skincare products. A free radical neutralizer, ubiquinone protects...

About the Ingredient: Xanthan Gum Rating: Poor Fair Good Very Good Excellent Categories: Polysaccharide What Is Xanthan Gum Used For? Xanthan gum is used as a thickening agent and a stabilizer to prevent products from separating in cosmetics and food. It creates a gel-like texture and is also used as...

About the Ingredient: Shea Butter Rating: Poor Fair Good Very Good Excellent Categories: Seed What Is Shea Butter Used For? Described as a miracle skincare ingredient, shea butter is rich in vitamins E, A, and fatty acids. Shea butter helps to reduce the effect of outside forces on the skin,...

About the Ingredient: Rice Bran Oil Rating: Poor Fair Good Very Good Excellent Categories: Plant What Is Rice Bran Oil Used For? Rice bran oil combats free radicals and is rich in antioxidants, vitamin e, vitamin A, and vitamin B12. It is a natural moisturizer as it contains a high...

About the Ingredient: Tangerine Oil Rating: Poor Fair Good Very Good Excellent Categories: Fruit What Is Tangerine Oil Used For? Tangerine oil is particularly helpful for treating skin conditions such as irritation and acne. Its antifungal and antiseptic properties help to prevent skin infections and treat dandruff and dry scalp....

About the Ingredient: Jojoba Oil Rating: Poor Fair Good Very Good Excellent Categories: Plant What Is Jojoba Oil Used For? Jojoba oil is very similar to human sebum. It is a natural moisturizer and emollient that is quickly absorbed by the pores and hair follicles. It keeps oil levels balanced...

About the Ingredient: Ylang-Ylang Oil Rating: Poor Fair Good Very Good Excellent Categories: Plant What Is Ylang-Ylang Oil Used For? A natural source of antimicrobials, ylang-ylang oil reduces skin irritation and redness. It also regulates sebum production to balance oiliness and thus helps skin and hair retain moisture. Its antiseptic...

About the Ingredient: Rosehip Seed Oil Rating: Poor Fair Good Very Good Excellent Categories: Plant What Is Rosehip Seed Oil Used For? This natural source of retinoic acid is also nourishing and rejuvenating for the skin, as it improves skin hydration and exhibits moisture-retention properties. Because it is rich in...