Ultimate Ingredient Glossary

Ultimate Korean Skincare Ingredient Glossary

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1,2-Hexanediol

Solvent and carrier Synthetic
A synthetic alcohol that helps to hydrate the skin, soften it, and enhance the preservation of co... Read More
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Adenosine

Active treatment ingredient Mixed
A yeast-derived ingredient with proven anti-wrinkle benefits, it helps to soothe and restore the ... Read More
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Allantoin

Active treatment ingredient Mixed
A compound found naturally in the comfrey plant, it's widely used for its skin-soothing, healing,... Read More
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Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer

Emulsifier and surfactant Synthetic
A synthetic polymer used to thicken and stabilize cosmetic formulations, and to help emulsify ing... Read More
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Arginine

Active treatment ingredient Mixed
An amino acid that helps to restore the skin, acts as an antioxidant, and contributes to skin hyd... Read More
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Artemisia Vulgaris Oil

Botanical extract Natural
Mugwort oil, used for its skin-conditioning properties and natural fragrance.
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Benzyl Glycol

Preservative and stabilizer Synthetic
A synthetic glycol ether used as a preservative booster and solvent in cosmetic formulations.
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Beta-Glucan

Humectant Natural
A polysaccharide derived from oats, mushrooms, or yeast, known for its powerful hydrating, soothi... Read More
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Betaine

Humectant Natural
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Biotin

Vitamin active Mixed
A form of Vitamin B7, known for its role in maintaining healthy skin, hair, and nails.
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Butylene Glycol

Humectant Synthetic
A type of alcohol that attracts water to the skin, acts as a solvent for other ingredients, and h... Read More
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Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter

Emollient Natural
A natural fat extracted from the shea tree nut, widely used for its emollient, skin-conditioning,... Read More
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C12-13 Pareth-9

Emulsifier and surfactant Synthetic
A synthetic ethoxylated alcohol used as an emulsifier to mix oil and water, and as a surfactant f... Read More
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Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

Botanical extract Natural
Green tea leaf extract, a powerful antioxidant that helps protect the skin from damage and reduce... Read More
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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Emollient Mixed
A mix of fatty acids from coconut and palm oils, used as an emollient to soften skin, a skin-repl... Read More
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Caprylyl Glycol

Preservative and stabilizer Synthetic
A synthetic glycol that provides hydration, acts as an emollient, and boosts the efficacy of pres... Read More
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Carbomer

Emulsifier and surfactant Synthetic
A synthetic polymer used as a thickening agent, gelling agent, and stabilizer to create various t... Read More
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Centella Asiatica Extract

Botanical extract Natural
An extract from the Centella Asiatica plant, widely recognized for its soothing, healing, and ant... Read More
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Centella Asiatica Leaf Water

Botanical extract Natural
A water extract from Centella Asiatica leaves, known for its soothing, hydrating, and antioxidant... Read More
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Ceramide NP

Active treatment ingredient Synthetic
A type of ceramide naturally found in the skin, crucial for maintaining a healthy skin barrier an... Read More
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Cetearyl Alcohol

Emollient Mixed
A fatty alcohol that acts as an emollient to soften skin, an emulsifier to stabilize formulations... Read More
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Cetearyl Glucoside

Emulsifier and surfactant Mixed
A plant-derived emulsifier that helps to create stable emulsions and also provides skin-condition... Read More
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Cetearyl Olivate

Emulsifier and surfactant Mixed
An ester derived from olive oil fatty acids and cetearyl alcohol, used as a natural emulsifier an... Read More
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Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract

Botanical extract Natural
Chamomile flower extract, widely used for its calming, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant benefit... Read More
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Chlorphenesin

Preservative and stabilizer Synthetic
A synthetic alcohol used as a preservative and antimicrobial agent to prevent the growth of micro... Read More
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Citric Acid

Active treatment ingredient Mixed
An AHA derived from citrus fruits, used to adjust pH, provide mild exfoliation, and act as an ant... Read More
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Coco-Betaine

Emulsifier and surfactant Mixed
A mild, coconut-derived surfactant used for cleansing, foam boosting, and conditioning in skincar... Read More
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Coconut acid

Emollient Natural
A mixture of fatty acids derived from coconut oil, used for its emollient and cleansing properties.
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Cyanocobalamin

Vitamin active Synthetic
A synthetic form of Vitamin B12, used for its skin-conditioning properties.
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Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract

Botanical extract Natural
An extract from carrot roots, rich in antioxidants and vitamins, used for its skin-conditioning p... Read More
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Decylene Glycol

Preservative and stabilizer Synthetic
A synthetic glycol with humectant, skin-conditioning, and mild antimicrobial properties, often us... Read More
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Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate

Active treatment ingredient Mixed
A salt derived from licorice root, known for its powerful soothing, anti-inflammatory, and skin-b... Read More
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Dipropylene Glycol

Solvent and carrier Synthetic
A synthetic glycol used as a solvent to dissolve other ingredients, a humectant to attract moistu... Read More
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Disodium EDTA

Preservative and stabilizer Synthetic
A synthetic chelating agent that binds to metal ions, preventing them from affecting the stabilit... Read More
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Ethylhexylglycerin

Preservative and stabilizer Synthetic
A synthetic compound used as a preservative booster and skin-conditioning agent, often found in n... Read More
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Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil

Botanical extract Natural
Essential oil from eucalyptus leaves, known for its refreshing scent, soothing properties, and mi... Read More
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Folic Acid

Vitamin active Synthetic
A form of Vitamin B9, an antioxidant that helps protect the skin and supports cell regeneration.
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Fucus Vesiculosus Extract

Botanical extract Natural
An extract from bladderwrack seaweed, rich in antioxidants and minerals, used for its skin-condit... Read More
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Glycereth-25 PCA Isostearate

Emulsifier and surfactant Synthetic
A synthetic ester used as an emulsifier to blend oil and water, and a solubilizer to help dissolv... Read More
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Glycereth-26

Humectant Synthetic
An ethoxylated glycerin derivative that functions as a humectant to attract moisture, an emollien... Read More
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Glycerin

Humectant Mixed
A powerful humectant that draws moisture from the air into the skin, keeping it hydrated and soft.
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Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer

Emulsifier and surfactant Synthetic
A synthetic polymer that forms a film on the skin, acts as an emulsifier, and helps to thicken co... Read More
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Glyceryl Arachidonate

Emollient Mixed
An ester of arachidonic acid and glycerin, used as an emollient to soften and smooth the skin.
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Glyceryl Linolenate

Emollient Mixed
An ester of linolenic acid and glycerin, used as an emollient to soften and smooth the skin.
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Glyceryl Stearate

Emulsifier and surfactant Mixed
An ester of glycerin and stearic acid, used as an emulsifier, emollient, and thickening agent in ... Read More
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Glycosyl Trehalose

Humectant Mixed
A sugar molecule found in plants, known for its ability to hydrate the skin and protect it from e... Read More
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Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract

Botanical extract Natural
Licorice root extract, known for its skin-brightening properties, ability to reduce redness, and ... Read More
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Hippophae Rhamnoides Extract

Botanical extract Natural
Sea buckthorn extract, rich in vitamins, antioxidants, and fatty acids, promoting skin regenerati... Read More
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Hippophae Rhamnoides Oil

Botanical extract Natural
Sea buckthorn oil, known for its rich content of vitamins, antioxidants, and fatty acids, promoti... Read More
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Hyaluronic Acid

Humectant Mixed
A powerful humectant naturally found in the skin, capable of holding vast amounts of water to kee... Read More
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