Ingredient glossary

Ingredients: C

64 ingredients starting with C.

Caffeine — Caffeine is naturally derived from the seeds of the coffee plant (Coffea arabica) and t… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Caffeine

Caffeine is a naturally energising ingredient commonly found in eye creams, serums and body products. It is prized in skincare for its ab…

Camellia Oil — Camellia oil is cold-pressed from the seeds of the Camellia japonica, an evergreen shru… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Camellia Oil

Camellia oil is a lightweight, nourishing oil extracted from the seeds of the Camellia japonica flower. Popular in Japanese skincare for …

Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil — Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil is obtained by cold-pressing the seeds of the Camellia oleif… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil

Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil is a lightweight, nourishing oil extracted from the seeds of the Camellia oleifera plant. Popular in clean bea…

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract — Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is obtained from the fresh or dried leaves of the tea pl… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is the concentrated form of green tea, one of the most popular soothing and antioxidant ingredients in Bri…

Camomile — Camomile (also spelled chamomile) comes from the dried flower heads of Matricaria chamo… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Camomile

Camomile is a gentle, soothing botanical widely used in British skincare and haircare. Known for its calming properties, it helps soften …

Camphor — Camphor is obtained through steam distillation of the wood and bark of the camphor laur… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Camphor

Camphor is a naturally derived ingredient known for its distinctive, crisp, woody aroma and cooling sensation on the skin. Commonly used …

Candelilla Wax — Candelilla wax is obtained from the leaves and stems of the candelilla shrub (Euphorbia… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Candelilla Wax

Candelilla wax is a plant-derived alternative to beeswax, commonly used in UK lipsticks, balms and creams as a natural thickener and emol…

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride — Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is derived from coconut oil (or sometimes palm kernel oil)… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is a lightweight, non-greasy emollient commonly used in UK skincare and beauty products. Derived from coconu…

Caprylyl Glycol — Caprylyl glycol is typically derived from caprylic acid, a fatty acid naturally found i… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Caprylyl Glycol

Caprylyl glycol is a versatile, skin-friendly ingredient used in UK beauty products as a moisturiser, preservative booster and texture en…

Caramel — Caramel is derived from common sugar sources such as sugar beet or sugar cane, which ar… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Caramel

Caramel is a gentle, natural colouring agent used in UK beauty products to give creams, serums, masks and lip products a warm golden, bro…

Cardamom — Cardamom comes from the dried seeds of Elettaria cardamomum, a perennial herbaceous pla… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Cardamom

Cardamom is a fragrant spice-derived ingredient used in UK skincare and haircare for its soothing, antioxidant-rich properties. It brings…

Carica Papaya Fruit Extract — Carica Papaya Fruit Extract is obtained from the ripe fruit of the papaya tree (Carica … | UK Lips ingredient guide

Carica Papaya Fruit Extract

Carica Papaya Fruit Extract is a gentle, natural ingredient derived from the fruit of the papaya tree. Popular in UK skincare and haircar…

Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax — Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax is obtained from the leaves of the carnauba palm tre… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Carnauba Wax

Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax is a hard, glossy natural wax derived from the leaves of the Brazilian carnauba palm. It is widely use…

Cassis — Cassis is derived from the berries and seeds of the blackcurrant bush (Ribes nigrum), a… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Cassis

Cassis is the French name for blackcurrant, a popular UK beauty ingredient extracted from the fruit or seeds. Rich in antioxidants and es…

Castor Seed Oil — Castor seed oil is a vegetable oil pressed from the seeds of the castor bean plant (Ric… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Castor Oil

Castor seed oil is a thick, nourishing plant oil widely used in UK beauty products for its ability to moisturise, condition and add shine…

Cedar — Cedar comes from the needles, bark and wood of various cedar trees, most commonly the A… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Cedar

Cedar is a soothing, woody-scented ingredient extracted from cedar trees, commonly used in UK skincare and haircare for its calming and b…

Cedarwood — Cedarwood oil is steam-distilled from the wood, bark and leaves of various cedar trees,… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Cedarwood

Cedarwood is a warm, woody essential oil valued in British beauty routines for its calming aroma and ability to balance both skin and hai…

Celery seed extract — Celery seed extract is obtained from the seeds of Apium graveolens, the celery plant, a… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Celery seed extract

Celery seed extract is a natural botanical ingredient valued in skincare for its soothing and antioxidant properties. Derived from the se…

Centella Asiatica Extract — Centella Asiatica Extract is derived from the leaves and stems of Centella asiatica, a … | UK Lips ingredient guide

Centella Asiatica Extract

Centella Asiatica Extract, also known as gotu kola or tiger grass, is a popular plant-derived ingredient valued in skincare for its sooth…

Ceramide AP — Ceramide AP is produced via bio-fermentation of plant-derived lipids, typically from so… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Ceramide AP

Ceramide AP is a skin-identical lipid used in modern UK skincare to help strengthen the skin’s natural barrier and lock in moisture. It i…

Ceramide Complex — Ceramides in the complex are typically bio-identical versions produced through fermenta… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Ceramide Complex

Ceramide Complex is a blend of skin-identical ceramides that helps strengthen the skin’s natural barrier and lock in moisture. It is a po…

Ceramide EOP — Ceramide EOP used in cosmetics is typically produced by bio-fermentation of plant-deriv… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Ceramide EOP

Ceramide EOP is a skin-identical lipid that helps strengthen the skin’s natural protective barrier. It is one of the three key ceramides …

Ceramide NP — Ceramide NP is typically produced through bio-fermentation of plant-derived lipids, mos… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Ceramide NP

Ceramide NP is a skin-identical lipid that helps strengthen the skin’s natural protective barrier and lock in moisture. Often used in mod…

Ceramides NP, AP and EOP — Ceramides NP, AP and EOP used in UK cosmetics are typically produced by bio-fermentatio… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Ceramides

Ceramides NP, AP and EOP are three key types of ceramides used in modern skincare to help strengthen and repair the skin’s natural barrie…

Ceramides and Lipids — Ceramides used in UK beauty products are often derived from plant sources such as wheat… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Ceramides and Lipids

Ceramides and lipids are essential fats that act like the skin’s natural mortar, holding its cells together and preventing moisture loss.…

Ceteareth-25 — Ceteareth-25 is produced by reacting cetearyl alcohol (derived from coconut or palm oil… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Ceteareth-25

Ceteareth-25 is a mild, plant-derived emulsifier and surfactant commonly used in British skincare and haircare to help blend oils and wat…

Cetearyl Alcohol — Cetearyl Alcohol is naturally derived from coconut, palm or other vegetable oils. It is… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Cetearyl Alcohol

Cetearyl Alcohol is a gentle, non-drying fatty alcohol used widely in UK skincare and haircare to soften, smooth and improve product text…

Cetrimonium Chloride — Cetrimonium chloride is a synthetic quaternary ammonium salt derived from fatty acids o… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Cetrimonium Chloride

Cetrimonium chloride is a conditioning agent and mild antimicrobial commonly used in UK hair care products like conditioners, masks and s…

Cetyl Alcohol — Cetyl alcohol is naturally derived from coconut oil or palm oil. It is obtained by hydr… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Cetyl Alcohol

Cetyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol used in UK skincare and haircare to thicken creams, soften skin and lock in moisture. Despite the name, …

Chamomile Flower Oil — Chamomile Flower Oil is steam-distilled from the daisy-like flowers of the chamomile pl… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Chamomile Extract

Chamomile Flower Oil is a gentle, soothing botanical extract widely used in British skincare and haircare. Known for its delicate floral …

Chia Seed Extract — Chia seed extract comes from the seeds of Salvia hispanica, a flowering plant native to… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Chia Seed Extract

Chia Seed Extract is a nutrient-rich botanical ingredient derived from the seeds of the chia plant. Packed with omega fatty acids, antiox…

Chlorella — Chlorella is a single-celled green microalgae naturally found in freshwater environment… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Chlorella

Chlorella is a nutrient-rich freshwater algae used in skincare for its purifying, antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties. Packed wi…

Cholesterol — While cholesterol can be derived from lanolin in sheep’s wool, the form used in modern … | UK Lips ingredient guide

Cholesterol

Cholesterol is a fatty substance found naturally in the skin that is widely used in UK skincare and haircare formulas as a highly effecti…

Cinnamon — Cinnamon comes from the inner bark of several tropical trees in the Cinnamomum genus, m… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Cinnamon

Cinnamon is a warming, aromatic spice extract used in UK skincare and haircare for its naturally stimulating and antioxidant properties. …

Citral — Citral occurs naturally in the essential oils of several plants, most notably lemongras… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Citral

Citral is a naturally derived fragrance ingredient found in essential oils such as lemongrass, lemon, and orange. It gives products a fre…

Citric Acid — Citric acid occurs naturally in citrus fruits such as lemons, limes and oranges. It is … | UK Lips ingredient guide

Citric Acid

Citric acid is a gentle, natural acid commonly used in UK skincare and haircare to balance pH, brighten and exfoliate. You’ll find it in …

Citronellol — Citronellol is a natural constituent found in the essential oils of rose, geranium, cit… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Citronellol

Citronellol is a naturally derived fragrance ingredient with a fresh, rosy-citrus scent. It is commonly used in UK perfumes, body lotions…

Citrus oils — Citrus oils are cold-pressed from the outer peel (rind) of various citrus fruits such a… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Citrus oils

Citrus oils are bright, zesty essential oils extracted from the peel of oranges, lemons, grapefruits and bergamot. They are popular in UK…

Clary Sage — Clary sage oil is steam-distilled from the flowering tops and leaves of Salvia sclarea,… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Clary Sage

Clary sage is a gentle, herbal essential oil extracted from the flowering tops of the clary sage plant. It is popular in UK skincare and …

Clove — Clove comes from the dried, unopened flower buds of the Syzygium aromaticum tree, an ev… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Clove

Clove is a warming, aromatic spice extract commonly used in UK beauty products for its naturally fresh scent and soothing properties. Der…

Cocamidopropyl Betaine — Cocamidopropyl betaine is produced from coconut oil, a natural plant oil extracted from… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Cocamidopropyl Betaine

Cocamidopropyl betaine is a mild, foamy surfactant derived from coconut oil. It is widely used in UK shampoos, facial cleansers, body was…

Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine — Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine is derived from coconut oil. The fatty acids from the co… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine

Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine is a mild, plant-derived surfactant commonly used in UK shampoos, facial cleansers and shower gels. It cre…

Coco-Caprylate — Coco-caprylate is produced by the esterification of coconut-derived fatty alcohols (mai… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Coco-Caprylate

Coco-Caprylate is a lightweight, silky emollient derived from coconut that feels elegant on the skin without any greasy residue. It is co…

Cocoa Seed Butter — Cocoa seed butter is obtained from the seeds (beans) of the Theobroma cacao tree, nativ… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Cocoa Butter

Cocoa Seed Butter, also known as cocoa butter, is a rich, creamy plant fat extracted from cocoa beans. It has a luxurious texture and sub…

Coconut — Coconut is obtained from the fruit of the coconut palm (Cocos nucifera), a tropical tre… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Coconut

Coconut is a popular natural ingredient in UK beauty products, prized for its rich, creamy texture and gentle moisturising properties. De…

Coconut Milk — Coconut milk is obtained from the white flesh of mature coconuts (Cocos nucifera), a tr… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Coconut Milk

Coconut milk is a creamy, nourishing ingredient extracted from the flesh of mature coconuts. Popular in UK skincare and haircare, it deli…

Coconut Oil — Coconut oil is obtained from the white flesh (copra) of mature coconuts harvested from … | UK Lips ingredient guide

Coconut Oil

Coconut oil is a popular natural oil used in many UK skincare, haircare and lip products for its rich texture and pleasant tropical scent…

CoEnzyme Q10 (Ubiquinone) — CoEnzyme Q10 is naturally present in small amounts in a variety of foods including oily… | UK Lips ingredient guide

CoEnzyme Q10

CoEnzyme Q10, also known as Ubiquinone, is a vitamin-like antioxidant naturally found in the body that is commonly used in anti-ageing sk…

Coffee — Coffee is obtained from the roasted seeds (beans) of the Coffea plant, primarily Coffea… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Coffee

Coffee is a popular skincare ingredient that brings a natural caffeine boost and gentle exfoliation to your routine. Derived from roasted…

Collagen — Collagen used in UK beauty products is typically derived from sustainable marine source… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Collagen

Collagen is a protein that gives skin its firmness and bounce. In beauty products it is used to help skin look plumper and smoother. It i…

Conditioning agents — Many conditioning agents are derived from natural plant oils, butters and waxes such as… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Conditioning agents

Conditioning agents are ingredients that improve the feel, softness and manageability of skin and hair. They help products feel silky dur…

Corallina Officinalis Extract — Corallina Officinalis is a calcified red seaweed (coralline algae) that grows naturally… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Corallina Officinalis Extract

Corallina Officinalis Extract is a natural marine ingredient derived from a beautiful pink-red seaweed found along UK and European coastl…

Coriander — Coriander is the seed and leaf of Coriandrum sativum, an aromatic annual herb in the Ap… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Coriander

Coriander is a fresh, green-herb extract used in UK skincare and haircare for its soothing, antioxidant and lightly astringent properties…

Cottonseed oil — Cottonseed oil is a vegetable oil extracted from the seeds of the cotton plant (Gossypi… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Cottonseed oil

Cottonseed oil is a lightweight, emollient plant oil commonly used in UK skincare and haircare products for its moisturising and softenin…

Coumarin — Coumarin is naturally found in many plants including tonka beans, sweet clover, lavende… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Coumarin

Coumarin is a naturally occurring fragrant compound that gives many plants their sweet, hay-like or vanilla scent. In UK beauty products …

Creamy woods — Creamy woods notes are derived from the heartwood and essential oils of various trees, … | UK Lips ingredient guide

Creamy woods

Creamy woods is a warm, velvety fragrance note used in UK beauty products to deliver a soft, comforting scent that feels like a cashmere …

Cucumber Fruit Extract — Cucumber Fruit Extract is obtained from the fresh fruit of Cucumis sativus, a creeping … | UK Lips ingredient guide

Cucumber Fruit Extract

Cucumber Fruit Extract is a gentle, water-rich botanical ingredient widely used in British skincare for its soothing and hydrating proper…

Cyclomethicone — Cyclomethicone is a synthetic silicone derived from silica, the mineral found in quartz… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Cyclomethicone

Cyclomethicone is a lightweight, silky silicone ingredient commonly used in UK skincare, haircare and makeup to give products a smooth, n…

Cyclopentasiloxane — Cyclopentasiloxane is a synthetic silicone derived from silica, the mineral found in qu… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Cyclopentasiloxane

Cyclopentasiloxane is a lightweight, silky silicone commonly used in UK skincare and haircare to give products a smooth, non-greasy feel.…

Cypress — Cypress essential oil is steam-distilled from the needles, twigs and cones of the Cupre… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Cypress

Cypress is a fresh, woody essential oil derived from the needles and twigs of the cypress tree. In UK skincare and haircare it is valued …

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