Padina Pavonica
Padina Pavonica is a gentle, seaweed-derived ingredient sourced from brown algae found in the Mediterranean. Often called the ‘sea fan’ d…
Ingredients: P
62 ingredients starting with P.
Padina Pavonica Ferment
Padina Pavonica Ferment is a biotechnologically processed extract from a beautiful brown seaweed found in the Mediterranean. Often called…
Palmarosa essential oil
Palmarosa essential oil is a gentle, floral-scented ingredient distilled from a tropical grass. It is widely used in UK skincare and hair…
Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12
Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12 is a synthetic peptide used in anti-ageing skincare to help improve skin firmness and smoothness. Often paired w…
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5 is a lab-made peptide used in anti-ageing skincare to help skin look firmer and smoother. Often called a collagen-…
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Panax Ginseng Root Extract is a popular botanical ingredient in skincare and haircare that brings a revitalising boost. Derived from the …
Panthenol
Panthenol, also known as Pro-Vitamin B5, is a popular skincare and haircare ingredient that converts into vitamin B5 when applied to skin…
Papain
Papain is a natural enzyme extracted from unripe papaya fruit that gently exfoliates and brightens the skin. Commonly used in UK skincare…
Papain Enzyme
Papain enzyme is a gentle natural exfoliant derived from papaya that helps remove dead skin cells for a brighter, smoother complexion. Co…
Papaya
Papaya is a tropical fruit extract widely used in UK skincare for its natural enzymes and antioxidants. It helps gently exfoliate and bri…
Paraffinum Liquidum
Paraffinum Liquidum, also known as mineral oil, is a clear, odourless oil commonly used in UK skincare and cosmetics to lock in moisture.…
Parfum
Parfum, also listed as fragrance, is a blend of aromatic ingredients added to give beauty products a pleasant scent. In the UK, it must b…
Patauá Oil
Patauá oil is a lightweight, nutrient-rich oil extracted from the fruit of the Amazonian patauá palm. It is rapidly gaining popularity in…
Patchouli
Patchouli is a fragrant essential oil derived from the leaves of the patchouli plant, widely used in UK beauty products for its earthy, m…
Patchouli oil
Patchouli oil is a rich, earthy essential oil derived from the leaves of the patchouli plant. It has a deep, musky-herbal scent and is po…
Peach
Peach is a gentle, juicy fruit extract widely used in British skincare and beauty products for its soothing, hydrating and delicately fra…
Peach Extract
Peach Extract is a gentle, fruity skincare ingredient derived from peaches that delivers a fresh, juicy scent and skin-conditioning benef…
Peach Kernel Oil
Peach Kernel Oil is a lightweight, silky carrier oil pressed from the kernels of peaches. It absorbs quickly without leaving a greasy fee…
Peach Milk
Peach Milk is a gentle, nourishing ingredient derived from peaches that brings a soft, conditioning touch to skincare and haircare. Light…
Pear
Pear is a gentle, fruit-derived ingredient used in UK skincare and haircare for its soothing, hydrating and brightening properties. Rich …
PEG-12 Dimethicone
PEG-12 Dimethicone is a silicone-based ingredient used in many UK skincare, haircare and makeup products. It acts as a lightweight emolli…
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is a common emulsifier and solubiliser used in UK skincare and haircare to help blend oils with water. It …
PEG-7 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
PEG-7 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is a mild, water-soluble emulsifier and surfactant commonly used in UK cleansers, micellar waters, serums a…
Peony
Peony is a luxurious flower extract celebrated in British skincare for its soothing and brightening qualities. Derived from the elegant P…
Peptide Complex
Peptide Complex is a blend of short chains of amino acids that act as building blocks for skin proteins. Commonly used in anti-ageing ser…
Peptides
Peptides are short chains of amino acids that act as building blocks for proteins like collagen and elastin in the skin. In skincare, the…
Perilla Ocymoides Seed Oil
Perilla Ocymoides Seed Oil is a lightweight, nutrient-rich plant oil extracted from the seeds of the perilla plant. Popular in Korean and…
Petitgrain
Petitgrain is a fresh, green and floral essential oil extracted from the leaves and twigs of the bitter orange tree. It has a lighter, le…
Petitgrain Oil
Petitgrain oil is a fresh, green and floral essential oil distilled from the leaves and twigs of the bitter orange tree. It has a light, …
Petrolatum
Petrolatum, also known as petroleum jelly, is a semi-solid emollient widely used in UK skincare and lip products to create a protective b…
PHA
PHA stands for polyhydroxy acid, a gentle member of the acid family used in skincare. It works like a milder version of AHAs, exfoliating…
Phaeodactylum Tricornutum Extract
Phaeodactylum tricornutum extract is a sustainable marine ingredient derived from a microscopic diatom. Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, anti…
Phenoxyethanol
Phenoxyethanol is a widely used preservative in UK skincare and cosmetics that helps prevent bacteria, yeast and mould from growing in pr…
Phenyl Trimethicone
Phenyl Trimethicone is a silky, lightweight silicone ingredient commonly used in UK beauty products to give hair and skin a smooth, gloss…
Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid
Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid is a water-soluble UV filter commonly used in UK sunscreens and lightweight moisturisers with SPF. It h…
Phloretin
Phloretin is a powerful antioxidant derived from apples that is increasingly popular in modern UK skincare formulations. It helps protect…
Phytic Acid
Phytic acid is a gentle plant-derived acid commonly used in UK skincare as a mild exfoliant, antioxidant and brightening ingredient. It h…
Phyto-Luminescent Extract
Phyto-Luminescent Extract is a plant-derived ingredient used in UK skincare and cosmetics to give skin a natural, healthy glow. It helps …
Phyto-Retinol
Phyto-retinol is a gentle, plant-derived alternative to traditional retinol that delivers similar skincare benefits without the irritatio…
Phytoactive plant extracts
Botanical actives chosen to complement the peptides and refresh the look of the skin around the eyes.
Phytomelanin
Phytomelanin is a plant-derived pigment that mimics the natural melanin found in human skin and hair. It offers gentle colour and protect…
Phytosphingosine
Phytosphingosine is a skin-friendly lipid naturally found in the outer layers of healthy skin. In skincare it is used as a gentle conditi…
Pineapple
Pineapple is a tropical fruit whose extract and enzymes are used in skincare for their natural exfoliating and brightening properties. Ri…
Pink peony
Pink peony is a delicate floral extract celebrated in British skincare for its soothing and brightening qualities. Derived from the elega…
Pink Pepper
Pink pepper is a gentle, aromatic extract derived from the berries of the Schinus molle tree. In UK beauty products it is prized for its …
Plant Oils
Plant oils are natural oils extracted from seeds, nuts, fruits or kernels of plants. They are widely used in UK skincare, haircare and co…
Plant-derived Squalane
Plant-derived squalane is a lightweight, non-greasy oil that mimics the skin’s own natural oils. It is a highly stable, odourless moistur…
Plantago Lanceolata Leaf Extract
Narrow-leaf plantain extract included to help protect and redefine facial dimensions for a more harmonious look.
Plum
Plum is a silky, nutrient-rich fruit oil commonly used in UK skincare and haircare for its deeply moisturising and antioxidant properties…
Polyethylene
Polyethylene is a versatile plastic-derived ingredient commonly used in UK beauty products as a gentle physical exfoliant in scrubs, peel…
Polyglutamic Acid
Polyglutamic acid is a powerful, plant-derived humectant that can hold up to 5,000 times its weight in water, making it one of the most e…
Polysaccharides
Polysaccharides are natural sugars found in plants, seaweeds and oats that act as brilliant hydrators and skin-soothers in skincare and h…
Porphyridium
Porphyridium is a nutrient-rich red microalga extract used in modern skincare for its soothing and hydrating properties. Grown sustainabl…
Prebiotic Moisture Complex
Prebiotic Moisture Complex is a clever blend of natural sugars and plant extracts that helps feed the good bacteria on your skin. By supp…
Prebiotic Peptide
Prebiotic Peptide is a clever skincare ingredient that combines the skin-supporting power of peptides with prebiotic technology to help n…
Prebiotics
Prebiotics are ingredients that feed the good bacteria already living on your skin, helping to keep your skin’s microbiome balanced and h…
Prickly Pear Extract
Prickly pear extract is a soothing, antioxidant-rich ingredient derived from the fruit and pads of the cactus plant. It is prized in skin…
Probiotic Technology
Probiotic Technology uses beneficial bacteria and their by-products to support the skin’s natural microbiome. In skincare, it helps stren…
Propylene Glycol
Propylene glycol is a clear, odourless liquid used widely in UK skincare, haircare and cosmetics as a humectant and texture enhancer. It …
ProVitamin B5
Provitamin B5, also known as panthenol, is a popular skincare and haircare ingredient that converts into vitamin B5 when applied to skin …
Proxylane
Proxylane is a synthetic skincare ingredient developed to help improve skin firmness and smoothness. Often found in anti-ageing serums an…
PVP
PVP, or polyvinylpyrrolidone, is a synthetic polymer commonly used in UK beauty products as a film-former and thickener. It helps hairspr…