Ingredient Glossary

We believe the magic lies in what's inside a formula, not just what isn't— that's why we explain the function and source of every ingredient we use right here in our Ingredient Glossary. To see the full ingredient list for any formula, just click the "Ingredients" tab on the product's page. Not sure what a particular ingredient is and a few products that feature that ingredient? Find out below!

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Acacia Senegal Gum (Acacia Tree)

Natural gums used to improve texture and stability of cosmetics
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Alcohol Denat. (Corn)

Improves spray-ability and drying time of the product
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Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder

Soothes and moisturizes hair and skin
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Alumina

Anti-caking and anti-bulking agent that also allows for the product to absorb onto the skin
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Anhydroxylitol (Sugar)

Moisturizing ingredient for hair and skin
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Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil (Chamomile)

Natural essential oil known for its anti-irritation properties
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Ascorbyl Glucoside (Citrus Fruit)

Stable form of Vitamin C that enhances skin radiance and increases anti-oxidant protection
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Behentrimonium Chloride (Rapeseed)

Mild conditioning agent that improves wet and dry comb-ability and mends split ends
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Benzyl Alcohol

Natural preservative
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Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter)

Deeply moisturizing butter that is rich in Vitamin A
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Camelina Sativa (Camelina) Seed Oil

Natural, lightweight oil extracted from green tea to provide extra moisturization and skin smoothening
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Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract

Deeply moisturizing and antioxidant agent
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Camellia Sinensis (White Tea) Leaf Extract

Deeply moisturizing and antioxidant agent
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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (Coconut)

Lightweight oil derived from coconuts that provides smoothness and moisture
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Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside

Emulsifying and conditioning agent
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Carrageenan (Seaweed)

Viscosity-adjustment ingredient used to thicken and stabilize products
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Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil

Vegetable oil that provides moisture, shine and improves comb-ability
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Cera Alba (Beeswax)

Natural wax that calms and soothes skin while sealing in moisture
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Cetearyl Alcohol (Mixed Plants)

Mild emulsifier derived from plants
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Cetearyl Glucoside (Coconut/Sugar)

Mild emulsifier derived from coconut and sugar
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Cetearyl Olivate (Olive)

Mild emulsifier derived from oil
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Cetyl Palmitate (Palm)

Gentle emollient for skin and hair
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Citric Acid

Mild acid used for pH adjustment
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Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil

Natural essential oil to provide citrus scent
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Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Seed Oil

Natural oil that is rich with emollients and is an anti-irritant
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Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine (Coconut)

Gentle cleansing agent that can be used for skin and hair products
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Coco-Caprylate (Coconut)

Natural, lightweight emollient derived from coconuts
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Coco-Glucoside (Vegetables)

Gentle cleansing agent derived from vegetables like coconut
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Coconut Alkanes

Natural replacement of silicones to give slip and shine - naturally
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Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Powder

Moisturizes and protects the skin's barrier
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Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil

Plant-derived oil used for its calming and anti-stress properties
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Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Powder

Offers natural coloring to products and powerful anti-inflammatory properties
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Dead Sea Salt

Used in cosmetics to soften the skin or in scrubs to help with exfoliation of dead cells
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Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate (Coconut)

Gentle surfactant derived from coconut oil

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Disodium Phosphate

Stabilizing agent
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Distearoylethyl Dimonium Chloride (Vegetable)

Mild conditioning and anti-frizz agent while also improving wet and dry comb-ability
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Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax

Vegetable-derived wax that calms and soothes skin and seals in moisture

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Galactoarabinan (Larch Tree)

Natural gum used to improve the texture and stability of cosmetics
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Gluconolactone (Glucose Syrup)

Mild chelating (binding) and stabilizing agent
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Glycerin (Vegetable)

Moisturizing humectant that draws water to the hair and skin
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Glyceryl Isostearate

Plant derived emollient and thickening agent

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Glyceryl Oleate (Vegetable)

Mild emulsifier and co-surfactant derived from vegetables
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Glyceryl Stearate (Coconut)

Mild emulsifier derived from coconuts
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Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride (Guar Beans)

Natural conditioning and thickening agent with anti-frizz properties
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Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil

Rich in oleic oils causing conditioning, moisturizing and nourishing properties
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Heptyl Undecylenate (Vegetable)

Natural replacement of silicones to give slip and shine -naturally
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Hydrated Silica

Gentle and safe material with porous spheres that help keep product dry and prevents caking
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Hydrolyzed Adansonia Digitata Seed Protein (Baobab)

Helps repair and strengthen hair by supporting the hair's protein matrix for more resiliency
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Hydrolyzed Algin

Hair conditioning agent
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Hydrolyzed Chestnut Extract

Very rich in natural anti-oxidants and free-radical inhibitors
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Hydrolyzed Quinoa Protein

A complete protein, containing all eight essential amino acids, that increases the hair's volume and moisture
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Hydrolyzed Rice Protein

Protein that helps to add volume to the hair along with protection from harmful UV rays
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Hydrolyzed Soy Protein

Protein that helps to protect and soften the hair and give excellent wet/dry comb-ability
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Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer

Gelling agent that thickens, emulsifies, and stabilizes products
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Hydroxyethylcellulose (Soft Wood)

Natural gum that provides product consistency
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Iron Oxide

Natural coloring agent
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Jojoba Esters

Natural exfoliant made from jojoba oil which also provides hydration
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Juglans Regia (Walnut) Seed Oil

Moisture-enhancing emollient
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Juglans Regia (Walnut) Shell Powder

Natural exfoliant that removes unnecessary build-up from skin and scalp
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Kaolin (Clay)

Lightweight clay that helps in soothing the skin
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Lauryl Glucoside (Sugar)

Gentle surfactant derived from sugar
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Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Extract

Soothing, moisturizing and aroma-enhancing agent
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Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil

Natural, lightweight oil that provides smoothness, moisture and shine
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Maltodextrin

Gentle moisturizing and conditioning agent
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Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter

Rich in fatty acids and relieves dry, irritated scalp
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil

Helps to moisturize, soften and protect skin during the day and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
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Phenoxyethanol

Natural preservative
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Pisum Sativum (Pea) Extract

Preserves the hair follicle and protects against UV and environmental damage
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Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate (Vegetable) 

Mild emulsifier and moisturizing agent
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Polyhydroxystearic Acid

Used to coat mineral sunscreen actives to help them disperse evenly
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Polyquaternium-10

Gentle conditioning agent
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Potassium Sorbate

Natural preservative
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Pullulan (Tapioca)

Natural gums used to improve the texture and stability of cosmetics
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Quillaja Saponaria Wood Extract

Organic and natural cleansing and foaming agent
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R

Red Iron Oxide

Natural colorant
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Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil

Rich oil providing extra shine and moisture
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Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Seed Oil

Natural emollient with nourishing properties
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Sapindus Laurifolia (Aritha) Fruit Powder

Natural cleansing and foaming agent
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Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil

Light oil that easily absorbs into the skin for lightweight moisturization and is similar to the natural squalanes found in the skin
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Sodium Benzoate

Natural preservative
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Sodium Bicarbonate

Helps in improving the foaming and cleansing of product
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Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate

Primary sulfate free cleansing agent
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Sodium Chloride

Natural stabilizing agent
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Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate (Coconut)

Mild surfactant and cleansing agent derived from coconuts
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Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate

Natural cleansing and foaming agent
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Sodium Lauryl Glucose Carboxylate (Sugar/Coconut)

Sugar-based surfactant and mild cleansing agent
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Sodium Laurylglucosides Hydroxypropylsulfonate (Coconut)

Mild surfactant and cleansing agent derived from coconuts
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Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate (Coconut)

Mild surfactant and cleansing agent derived from coconuts
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Sodium Phosphate

Stabilizing agent
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Sodium Sulfate

Non-cleansing stabilizing material
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Sorbitan Oleate (Glucose)

Dispersing agent with emollient properties
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Sorbitan Olivate (Olive)

Emulsifying agent derived from the fatty acids of olive oil
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Sorbitan Palmitate (Palm)

Natural emollient with nourishing properties
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Sorbitol (Fruit)

Moisturizing humectant that draws water to the hair and skin
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Spirulina Platensis Powder

Natural coloring agent
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Stearyl Alcohol (Coconut)

Emulsifying and conditioning agent derived from coconuts
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Tapioca Starch

Used as a natural thickener and texture enhancer that also helps to stabilize emulsions and aid in the delivery of actives
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Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891)

Natural colorant, opacifying agent with sun-protectant properties
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Tocopherol (Vegetable)

Natural form of Vitamin E that provides anti-oxidation and anti-irritant properties
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Trehalose (Sugar)

Natural sugar used to moisturize, protect and soften the skin
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Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil

Highly moisturizing emollient used as a conditioning agent
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Water (Aqua)

Natural medium for products while also providing moisture benefits
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Xanthan Gum (Sugar)

Natural gum that provides product consistency
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Xylitol (Sugar)

Moisturizing and binding ingredient for hair and skin
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Xylitylglucoside (Sugar)

Moisturizing ingredient that improves skin moisturization
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Zea Mays (Corn) Starch

Stabilizing and anti-caking agent that also absorbs excess oil from hair and scalp
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Zinc Oxide

Natural mineral used as a UV filter in sunscreen and an agent to soothe skin and ease irritation
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