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...
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.
Cocos Nucifera Oil (coconut oil) Cocos Nucifera Oil, commonly known as coconut oil, is a rich, nourishing vegetable oil extracted from the meat of the coconut. It is high in medium-chain fatty...
Coffea Arabica Seed Extract (Arabica Coffee Seed Extract) Coffea Arabica Seed Extract, known as Arabica coffee seed extract, is a highly valued cosmetic ingredient derived from the seeds of the...
Coffea Arabica Seed Oil (Arabica Coffee Seed Oil) A plant-derived cosmetic oil obtained from the seeds of Coffea arabica, valued for its rich lipid profile, naturally occurring fatty acids,...
Coffea Arabica Seed Powder (Arabica Coffee Seed Powder) A fine botanical powder obtained from the seeds of Coffea arabica, used in cosmetic formulations mainly as a physical exfoliant, toning...
Collagen-Derived Amino Acids (Collagen Amino Acids) Collagen Amino Acids are a blend of low–molecular weight amino acids obtained from hydrolyzed collagen, valued in cosmetic formulations for their...
Commiphora Myrrha Oil (Myrrh Essential Oil) Commiphora Myrrha Oil is an aromatic essential oil obtained from the resin of Commiphora myrrha (myrrh), prized in cosmetic formulations for its soothing,...
Copaifera Officinalis Balsam Extract (Copaiba Balsam Extract) Copaifera Officinalis Balsam Extract is a resinous botanical extract obtained from the oleoresin (balsam) of Copaifera officinalis...
Copernicia Cerifera Cera (Carnauba Wax) Copernicia Cerifera Cera is a plant-derived wax obtained from the leaves of the carnauba palm (Copernicia cerifera) and widely used in cosmetic formulations as...
Copper Peptide (Copper Tripeptide-1) Copper Tripeptide-1 is a bioactive copper complex of a short peptide (GHK-Cu) widely used in cosmetic formulations for its skin-repair-supportive, firming, and...
Coriander Fruit Oil (Coriandrum Sativum Fruit Oil) Coriandrum Sativum Fruit Oil is an aromatic essential oil obtained from the dried fruits (seeds) of Coriandrum sativum (coriander), valued in...
Dragon’s Blood Resin Extract (Croton Lechleri Resin Extract) Croton Lechleri Resin Extract is a botanical extract obtained from the deep red resin of Croton lechleri (commonly known as “dragon’s...
Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract (Cucumber Fruit Extract) Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract is a botanical ingredient derived from cucumber fruit and widely used in cosmetic formulations for its soothing,...
Cupressus Sempervirens Oil (Cypress Oil) Cupressus Sempervirens Oil is an aromatic essential oil obtained from Cupressus sempervirens (cypress), typically distilled from the leaves and twigs, and...
Curcuma Longa Callus Conditioned Media (turmeric callus conditioned media) A biotechnology-derived ingredient obtained from plant cell cultures of Curcuma longa, valued in cosmetics for its...
Curcuma Longa Rhizome Extract (Turmeric Rhizome Extract) Curcuma Longa Rhizome Extract is a botanical extract derived from the rhizome of Curcuma longa (turmeric), valued in cosmetic formulations for...
Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba Gum (Guar Gum) Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba Gum is a plant-derived polysaccharide obtained from guar beans and widely used in cosmetic formulations as a thickener, stabilizer, and...
Cymbopogon Flexuosus Oil (Lemongrass Essential Oil) An aromatic essential oil obtained from the leaves of Cymbopogon flexuosus (lemongrass), primarily valued in cosmetics for its fresh, citrus-herbal...
Cymbopogon Martini Oil (Palmarosa Oil) Cymbopogon Martini Oil is an aromatic essential oil steam-distilled from Cymbopogon martinii (palmarosa), valued in cosmetic formulations for its balancing...
Cymbopogon Winterianus Herb Oil (Citronella Oil) Cymbopogon Winterianus Herb Oil is an aromatic essential oil—typically obtained by steam distillation—from the aerial parts of Cymbopogon winterianus...