Skincare Ingredient Library

AHAs vs. BHAs vs. PHAs

Alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs), beta-hydroxy acids (BHAs), and poly-hydroxy acids (PHAs) are the secret skincare weapons you didn’t know you needed. All three are exfoliants, but not the gritty kind th...

Acetyl Glucosamine

Who knew sugar not only tasted good but could provide some serious skincare benefits. Case in point? Acetyl glucosamine. Acetyl glucosamine is essentially a simple sugar, yet the benefits our skin...

Collagen

Even if you’re completely new to the skincare world, you’ve probably heard of collagen. Collagen is a naturally-occurring protein our bodies produce and it's responsible for giving us plump, youthf...

Jojoba Oil

Most of us have heard of jojoba (pronounced ho-ho-bah) oil, but do we actually know anything about it? Today, we delve into the world of jojoba, explaining not only what jojoba oil is, but also how...

Ethylhexylglycerin

Ethylhexylglycerin may be difficult to pronounce but that doesn’t mean it isn’t worth learning about. That’s because this natural preservative is taking over the skincare world. Similar to another ...

Ceteareth 20

In this article, we’re going to break down everything there is to know about ceteareth 20. This synthetic compound functions as both an emollient and an emulsifier, which essentially means it is ab...

Ceramides

Never heard the word ceramides? Perhaps you know them better as lipids or fat molecules. That’s right, ceramides are a type of fatty acids that are found naturally in skin cells. In fact, they make...

Calcium Gluconate

As most people know, calcium plays an essential role in the human body. Calcium is necessary to ensure our cells, nerves, and bones function properly. When there is a lack of calcium in the blood,...

Blue Tansy

Blue tansy has quickly grown to be one of the trendiest natural ingredients in skincare. But what is it really? We get to the bottom of that and more in this ingredient profile on the yellow (yes, ...

Witch Hazel Extract

Witch hazel extract is not a new ingredient in the skincare world, but it’s one that we think is a bit understood. If you dealt with acne as a teen, you probably remember at least one acne-fighting...