Ingredient glossary

Ingredients: M

27 ingredients starting with M.

Macadamia Oil — Macadamia oil comes from the kernels of the macadamia tree native to Australia. The nut… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Macadamia Oil

Macadamia oil is a lightweight oil pressed from macadamia nuts. It absorbs quickly into skin and hair without a greasy feel. Shoppers oft…

Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil — Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil is obtained by cold-pressing the seeds (nuts) of the Maca… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil

Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil is a lightweight, nourishing oil derived from the nuts of the macadamia tree. It is prized in skincare and …

Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate — Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate is produced by combining ascorbic acid (vitamin C) derived… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate

Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate is a stable, water-soluble form of vitamin C commonly used in UK skincare formulas. It is gentler than pure …

Magnolia — Magnolia extract is obtained from the bark, flowers and leaves of the Magnolia officina… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Magnolia

Magnolia is a gentle botanical extract derived from the bark and flowers of the magnolia tree, widely used in UK skincare for its soothin…

Mandarin — Mandarin comes from the peel of the fruit of Citrus reticulata, a small citrus tree nat… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Mandarin

Mandarin is a bright, zesty citrus extract widely used in British skincare and beauty products for its refreshing scent and gentle skin-l…

Mandarin Orange — Mandarin orange (Citrus reticulata) is the whole fruit of a small citrus tree native to… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Mandarin Orange

Mandarin orange is a bright, zesty citrus extract widely used in British skincare and haircare for its refreshing scent and gentle skin-l…

Mandelic Acid — Mandelic acid occurs naturally in bitter almonds. It is typically obtained through hydr… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Mandelic Acid

Mandelic acid is a gentle alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) derived from bitter almonds. It is popular in UK skincare for its ability to exfoliate…

Mandora — Mandora is obtained by cold-pressing the seeds (kernels) found inside the fruit of the … | UK Lips ingredient guide

Mandora

Mandora is a nourishing botanical oil pressed from the kernels of the mandarin orange. Popular in UK skincare and haircare, it delivers l…

Mango — Mango butter and oil are obtained from the seeds (kernels) of the mango fruit, Mangifer… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Mango

Mango is a tropical fruit whose butter, extract and oil are popular in UK skincare and haircare for their rich, nourishing and gently con…

Mango butter — Mango butter is obtained from the kernels (seeds) inside the large stones of the mango … | UK Lips ingredient guide

Mango butter

Mango butter is a rich, creamy natural butter extracted from the seeds of the mango fruit. It is a popular vegan alternative to shea or c…

Maritime Pine — Maritime Pine extract is obtained from the bark of the Pinus pinaster (maritime pine) t… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Maritime Pine

Maritime Pine is a natural botanical extract derived from the bark of the Pinus pinaster tree, prized in skincare for its rich antioxidan…

Menthol — Menthol is a naturally occurring compound found in peppermint oil, which is extracted f… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Menthol

Menthol is a cooling ingredient commonly found in lip balms, cleansers and hair products. It gives a refreshing, tingly sensation on the …

Menthyl PCA — Menthyl PCA is produced by combining L-menthol, which is naturally derived from pepperm… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Menthyl PCA

Menthyl PCA is a gentle cooling ingredient derived from menthol and pyrrolidone carboxylic acid. It provides a mild, refreshing sensation…

Mica — Mica is a naturally occurring silicate mineral mined from metamorphic and igneous rocks… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Mica

Mica is a naturally occurring mineral that gives cosmetics a soft, pearlescent shimmer. It is widely used in UK beauty products such as e…

Microcrystalline Wax — Microcrystalline wax is a petroleum-derived mineral wax obtained from the refining of c… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Microcrystalline Wax

Microcrystalline wax is a highly refined, flexible wax used in many UK lipsticks, balms and creams to improve texture and create a smooth…

Milk Protein — Milk protein is obtained from cow’s milk, where it is isolated from the whey or casein … | UK Lips ingredient guide

Milk Protein

Milk Protein is a gentle, skin-softening ingredient derived from milk that helps nourish and condition both skin and hair. Commonly found…

Milk proteins — Milk proteins are obtained from cow’s milk, a natural animal-derived source. The protei… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Milk proteins

Milk proteins are gentle conditioning ingredients derived from milk that help hydrate, soften and strengthen skin and hair. Commonly used…

Mimosa and Rose Waxes — Mimosa wax is obtained from the flowers of the Acacia decurrens (Mimosa) tree, while Ro… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Mimosa and Rose Waxes

Mimosa and Rose Waxes are natural plant waxes used in UK beauty products to provide a silky, protective feel and help stabilise creams, b…

Mineral musk — Although the name suggests a mineral source, mineral musk is a fully synthetic aroma ch… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Mineral musk

Mineral musk is a synthetic fragrance ingredient used in UK beauty products to deliver a soft, warm, powdery scent reminiscent of natural…

Mint — Mint refers to several species of aromatic herbs in the Mentha genus, particularly pepp… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Mint

Mint is a refreshing, aromatic ingredient commonly used in UK skincare and haircare for its cooling sensation and uplifting scent. Derive…

Monoi Oil — Monoi oil is produced by macerating the petals of the Tiare flower (Gardenia tahitensis… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Monoi Oil

Monoi oil is a fragrant, silky oil from Tahiti traditionally made by steeping fresh Tiare flowers in pure coconut oil. In UK beauty produ…

Moss — Moss refers to small, non-vascular plants from the Bryophyta division, typically harves… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Moss

Moss is a gentle, moisture-binding natural ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin while delivering a fresh, earthy scent in pe…

Multi-Weight Hyaluronic Acid — Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance in the human body, but the cosmetic … | UK Lips ingredient guide

Multi-Weight Hyaluronic Acid

Multi-Weight Hyaluronic Acid is a clever blend of hyaluronic acid molecules in different sizes. This allows it to hydrate skin at multipl…

Mung bean extract — Mung bean extract is obtained from the seeds of Vigna radiata, commonly known as mung b… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Mung bean extract

Mung bean extract is a gentle, antioxidant-rich plant extract commonly used in modern skincare and haircare. Derived from the humble mung…

Musk — While historically obtained from the musk gland of the male musk deer, virtually all mu… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Musk

Musk is a rich, warm, animalic scent traditionally used in perfumery that adds depth and longevity to fragrances. In modern UK beauty pro…

Myrrh — Myrrh is a natural oleo-gum resin obtained from the bark of several species of Commipho… | UK Lips ingredient guide

Myrrh

Myrrh is a fragrant resin extracted from the Commiphora tree, widely used in British skincare and cosmetics for its soothing and conditio…

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