Abyssine
Abyssine is a gentle, marine-derived active ingredient used in skincare to soothe and protect the skin. Often called a ‘marine miracle’, …
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49 ingredients starting with A.
Acacia Decurrens (Mimosa) Extract
Acacia Decurrens (Mimosa) Extract is a gentle, natural botanical ingredient derived from the flowers of the Australian mimosa tree. It is…
Acai Extract
Acai extract is a vibrant purple antioxidant-rich ingredient derived from the Brazilian superberry. In UK skincare and beauty products it…
Acetone
Acetone is a clear, fast-evaporating solvent commonly used in UK nail salons and at-home beauty kits. It is best known for its ability to…
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, often called Argireline, is a popular synthetic peptide used in anti-ageing skincare. It is commonly found in serum…
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-11
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-11 is a synthetic peptide used in anti-ageing skincare to help improve skin firmness and smoothness. It is commonly f…
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-2
A peptide included to support firmer-looking skin and improved contour definition.
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-9
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-9 is a synthetic peptide used in anti-ageing skincare to help improve skin firmness and smoothness. It is commonly fo…
Acetyl Tributyl Citrate
Acetyl Tributyl Citrate is a clear, odourless liquid used in UK beauty products as a gentle plasticiser and film-forming agent. You’ll mo…
Acid Violet 43 (CI 60730)
Violet toning pigment that helps neutralise brassy tones for a brighter, cooler blonde finish.
Acrylates Copolymer
Acrylates Copolymer is a versatile synthetic ingredient used in many UK beauty products to help improve texture, hold, and spreadability.…
Adenosine
Adenosine is a gentle, naturally derived ingredient used in UK skincare to help skin look smoother, firmer and more energised. It is popu…
African orange flower
African orange flower is a delicately scented botanical extract derived from the blossoms of the African orange tree. It is prized in ski…
AHA
AHAs, or alpha hydroxy acids, are a family of gentle exfoliating acids commonly used in UK skincare to help reveal smoother, brighter ski…
Alcohol Denat
Alcohol Denat is a clear, fast-evaporating form of alcohol used in many UK skincare, haircare and makeup products. It helps formulas dry …
Aldehydes
Aldehydes are a family of ingredients used in UK skincare and haircare for their fresh, floral or citrus-like scent and gentle exfoliatin…
Algae Extract
Algae Extract is a popular natural ingredient derived from various seaweeds and microalgae. It is widely used in UK skincare and haircare…
Algae extracts
Algae extracts are nutrient-rich ingredients derived from seaweed and microscopic marine plants, commonly used in UK skincare and haircar…
Allantoin
Allantoin is a gentle, soothing ingredient commonly used in UK skincare and beauty products to calm and hydrate the skin. It helps to sof…
Almond
Almond is a gentle, nourishing ingredient widely used in UK skincare and haircare for its softening and soothing properties. Derived from…
Aloe
Aloe is a soothing, gel-like ingredient extracted from the leaves of the aloe vera plant. Widely used in UK skincare and haircare, it is …
Aloe leaf juice
Aloe leaf juice is a soothing, water-rich gel extracted from the leaves of the aloe vera plant. It is a popular natural ingredient in UK …
Aloe vera
Aloe extract is a soothing, gel-like ingredient derived from the aloe vera plant, widely used in UK skincare and haircare for its calming…
Alpha-isomethyl ionone
Alpha-isomethyl ionone is a synthetic fragrance ingredient commonly used in UK beauty products to add a soft, floral, powdery scent remin…
Aluminum Chlorohydrate
Aluminium chlorohydrate is a common ingredient used in UK antiperspirants and deodorants to help keep skin feeling dry and fresh. It work…
Amalfi lemon
Amalfi lemon is a fragrant, vitamin-rich citrus extract from the famous lemons grown along Italy’s Amalfi coast. Prized in British skinca…
Amber
Amber is a fossilised tree resin valued in skincare for its warm, subtly sweet aroma and gentle skin-soothing properties. Commonly used i…
Amino Acids
Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins like collagen and keratin, and they are commonly used in UK skincare and haircare to help…
Aminomethyl Propanol
Aminomethyl Propanol is a gentle pH adjuster commonly used in UK skincare and haircare formulas to keep products stable and skin-friendly…
Aminopropyl Phenyl Trimethicone
Aminopropyl Phenyl Trimethicone is a silky, high-performance silicone used in UK haircare and skincare products to give a smooth, glossy …
Ammonium Hydroxide
Ammonium hydroxide is a mild alkaline ingredient used in very small amounts in cosmetics and hair products to adjust pH levels. It helps …
Amodimethicone
Amodimethicone is a silicone-based conditioning agent commonly used in UK haircare products like shampoos, conditioners and styling cream…
Anti-Aging Peptides
Anti-aging peptides are short chains of amino acids that act as messengers in skincare, signalling your skin to behave more like its yout…
Apple
Apple extract is a gentle, natural ingredient packed with antioxidants and fruit acids that helps refresh and brighten the skin. Commonly…
Apricot
Apricot is a gentle, nourishing ingredient commonly used in UK skincare and haircare as apricot kernel oil or apricot extract. It deliver…
Apricot Kernel Oil
Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil is a lightweight, nourishing carrier oil pressed from apricot kernels. It is rich in fatty acids an…
Aqua
Aqua is simply the Latin name for water and is one of the most common ingredients found in UK skincare and beauty products. It acts as th…
Argan Oil
Argan oil is a luxurious, golden oil pressed from the kernels of the argan tree, often called 'liquid gold' in the beauty world. Popular …
Arginine
Arginine is a naturally occurring amino acid used in skincare and haircare to help strengthen, hydrate and protect. It’s a gentle, versat…
Arjun Tree Extract
Arjun Tree Extract is a gentle, plant-based ingredient derived from the bark of the Terminalia arjuna tree. Increasingly popular in UK sk…
Arnica
Arnica is a popular botanical extract used in UK skincare and haircare for its soothing and conditioning properties. Derived from the bri…
Arnica Montana Flower Extract
Arnica Montana Flower Extract is a gentle botanical ingredient derived from the bright yellow flowers of the arnica plant. In skincare an…
Ascorbic Acid
Ascorbic Acid, also known as Vitamin C, is a powerful antioxidant widely used in UK skincare to brighten skin and protect against environ…
Ascorbyl Glucoside
Ascorbyl Glucoside is a stable, water-soluble form of vitamin C commonly used in UK skincare products. It is gentler than pure ascorbic a…
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Ascorbyl palmitate is a stable, oil-soluble form of vitamin C commonly used in UK skincare and beauty products. It acts as an antioxidant…
Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter
A conditioning butter that helps keep the powder feeling softer and more comfortable on skin.
Atlas cedar
Atlas cedar is a soothing, woody essential oil derived from the majestic Atlas cedar tree. In UK beauty products it is prized for its cal…
Avocado oil
Persea Gratissima Oil, commonly known as avocado oil, is a nutrient-rich, deeply moisturising oil widely used in UK skincare and haircare…
Azelaic Acid
Azelaic acid is a gentle skincare ingredient loved by those with blemish-prone or uneven skin tones. Naturally derived and suitable for s…