Cosmetic Glossary

Welcome to our comprehensive Cosmetic Glossary, your ultimate guide to understanding exactly what goes into your skincare and beauty products. Navigating complex INCI lists can be overwhelming, which is why we have broken down each ingredient to clearly explain its primary function, skin benefits, and role in your daily routine. Whether you are researching a soothing botanical extract or decoding a potent scientific active, our dictionary empowers you to make informed, safe choices and build a skincare regimen tailored to your unique needs.
Cistus Ladaniferus Oil
Cistus Ladaniferus Oil (Cistus/Labdanum Oil) Cistus Ladaniferus Oil is an aromatic essential oil obtained from Cistus ladanifer (rockrose), typically produced by steam distillation of the plant...
Citral
Citral (citral) În această formulă, citralul evidențiază caracterul olfactiv proaspăt, citric și luminos al produsului, adăugând o notă energizantă care amintește de coajă de lămâie sau verbină. Ca...
Citric Acid
Citric Acid (Citric Acid) Citric Acid is an alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) and multifunctional cosmetic ingredient primarily used as a pH adjuster and buffering agent to keep formulas within an optimal,...
Citronellol
Citronellol (citronellol) Aromatic compound used in cosmetics as a fragrance ingredient and component of perfume compositions, valued for its fresh, floral scent with rose-like and slightly citrus...
Citrus Aurantifolia Oil
Citrus Aurantifolia Oil (Lime Peel Oil) Citrus Aurantifolia Oil is an aromatic essential oil expressed or distilled from the peel of Citrus aurantifolia (lime), valued in cosmetic formulations for...
Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil
Bitter Orange Flower Oil (Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil) Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil is an aromatic essential oil obtained from the flowers of Citrus aurantium var. amara (bitter orange),...
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil (Sweet orange peel oil) A fragrant essential oil expressed (cold-pressed) from the peel of Citrus aurantium dulcis (sweet orange), used in cosmetics mainly as a...
Citrus Limon Fruit Extract
Citrus Limon Fruit Extract (Lemon Fruit Extract) Citrus Limon Fruit Extract is a fruit-derived botanical obtained from lemon and used in cosmetic formulations for its skin-conditioning and...
Citrus Limon Peel Oil
Citrus Limon Peel Oil (Lemon Peel Oil) Citrus Limon Peel Oil is an aromatic essential oil expressed or distilled from the peel of Citrus limon (lemon), valued for its bright, zesty scent and its...
Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil
Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil (Grapefruit Peel Oil) Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil is an aromatic essential oil expressed or distilled from the peel of Citrus paradisi (grapefruit), prized for its fresh, bright...
Citrus Reticulata Peel Oil
Citrus Reticulata Peel Oil (Mandarin Peel Oil) Citrus Reticulata Peel Oil is an aromatic essential oil expressed (or occasionally distilled) from the peel of Citrus reticulata (mandarin), valued in...
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cocamidopropyl Betaine (Cocamidopropyl Betaine) Cocamidopropyl Betaine is a mild amphoteric surfactant widely used in cosmetic and personal care formulations to deliver gentle cleansing, foam...
Coco glucoside
Coco-Glucoside (Coco-Glucoside) Coco-Glucoside is a mild, non-ionic surfactant typically produced from renewable plant feedstocks (fatty alcohols from coconut and glucose-derived sugars) and widely...
Coco-Caprylate
Coco-Caprylate (coco-caprylate) A lightweight plant-derived emollient obtained from coconut-based raw materials, valued in cosmetics for its silky, fast-absorbing and non-greasy skin feel. It helps...
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate (Coco-Caprylate/Caprate) A plant-derived emollient ester obtained from coconut-based fractions and caprylic and capric fatty acids, used in cosmetic formulations to provide a...