Saccharide Isomerate
Saccharide Isomerate is a gentle, plant-derived humectant that helps skin attract and hold on to moisture. Often described as a ‘water ma…
Ingredients: S
42 ingredients starting with S.
Sake extract
Sake extract is a gentle, fermented rice ingredient popular in Japanese skincare that has made its way into many UK beauty products. It h…
Salicylic Acid
BHA, or beta hydroxy acid, is a gentle exfoliating ingredient loved in UK skincare for helping to clear pores and smooth skin texture. Th…
Salt and Hibiscus
Salt and hibiscus is a gentle exfoliating duo commonly found in UK skincare scrubs, bath salts and hair treatments. Combining mineral-ric…
Salted Vanilla
Brings a creamy, lightly savoury sweetness that defines the gourmand character.
Salvia Hispanica (Chia Seed) Oil
Salvia Hispanica (Chia Seed) Oil is a lightweight, nutrient-rich plant oil extracted from chia seeds. Packed with omega-3 and omega-6 fat…
Sandalwood
Sandalwood is a luxurious, creamy-scented ingredient widely used in British skincare and fragrance for its calming aroma and gentle sooth…
Sandalwood Oil
Sandalwood Oil is a luxurious, woody-scented essential oil prized in British skincare and fragrance for its calming aroma and gentle soot…
Saponins
Saponins are natural compounds found in many plants that create a gentle foaming action in cleansers and shampoos. They work as mild surf…
Sea Buckthorn
Sea buckthorn is a vibrant orange berry packed with antioxidants, vitamins and nourishing fatty acids. In UK beauty products it is prized…
Sea Fennel
Sea Fennel, also known as rock samphire, is a coastal plant whose extract is used in British skincare for its mineral-rich, antioxidant a…
Sea Salt
Sea salt is a natural mineral-rich ingredient commonly used in UK skincare and haircare products for its exfoliating and purifying proper…
Sesame Oil
Sesame oil is a light, golden oil pressed from sesame seeds and commonly found in cleansers, moisturisers and hair treatments. It absorbs…
sh-Oligopeptide-78
sh-Oligopeptide-78 is a lab-made peptide used in modern skincare to support skin renewal and improve overall texture. It mimics natural s…
Shea Butter
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, commonly known as shea butter, is a rich, creamy natural moisturiser widely used in British skincare and lip…
Sicilian Lemon
Sicilian Lemon is a zesty, uplifting citrus extract prized in British beauty for its fresh scent and brightening touch. Sourced from sun-…
Silica
Silica is a naturally occurring mineral used in UK beauty products to give a silky-smooth texture, control shine and create a soft-focus …
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate is a modified form of hyaluronic acid that has been acetylated to make it more oil-soluble. This allows it …
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate is a stable, water-soluble form of vitamin C commonly used in UK skincare products. It is gentler than pure asc…
Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate is a mild yet effective cleansing and foaming agent commonly found in shampoos, body washes, facial cleans…
Sodium Hyaluronate
Sodium hyaluronate is a water-soluble form of hyaluronic acid commonly used in UK skincare and beauty products. It acts as a powerful hum…
Sodium Hyaluronate and Sodium PCA
Sodium Hyaluronate and Sodium PCA are two powerful humectants commonly used in UK skincare and haircare. They work together to draw moist…
Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate
Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate is a mild, sulphate-free surfactant commonly used in UK cleansers, shampoos and shower gels. It creates…
Sodium PCA
Sodium PCA is a naturally derived humectant commonly used in UK skincare and haircare to attract and hold moisture. It helps keep skin an…
Soy Protein
Soy protein is a gentle, plant-derived ingredient used in skincare and haircare to help condition, moisturise and strengthen. It is popul…
Squalane
Squalane is a lightweight, non-greasy oil that feels silky on the skin. It is a stable, hydrogenated form of squalene, a natural moisturi…
Star Anise
Star anise is a fragrant spice-derived ingredient used in UK skincare and haircare for its soothing, antioxidant-rich properties. It lend…
Starflower Oil
Starflower oil, also known as borage oil, is a nutrient-rich plant oil prized in British skincare for its exceptionally high levels of ga…
Stearic Acid
Stearic acid is a common fatty acid used in UK beauty products to help thicken creams, stabilise emulsions and leave skin feeling soft an…
Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer
Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer is a synthetic film-forming ingredient commonly used in UK beauty products such as mascaras, eyeliners, found…
Styrene/Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer
Styrene/Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer is a film-forming polymer used in UK beauty products to help makeup and nail polish sta…
Subtilisin
Subtilisin is a gentle enzyme used in skincare exfoliators and cleansers to help dissolve dead skin cells and leave the complexion smooth…
Sucrose
Sucrose is the scientific name for the sugar we all know from the kitchen. In beauty products it is used as a gentle exfoliant, a natural…
Suede
Suede is a soft, velvety texture enhancer used in modern UK beauty products to give powders, eyeshadows, lipsticks and cream-to-powder fo…
Sunflower Oil
Sunflower oil is a lightweight, nourishing carrier oil derived from sunflower seeds. It is rich in essential fatty acids and vitamin E, m…
Sunflower Seed Oil
Sunflower seed oil is a lightweight, non-greasy oil derived from sunflower seeds. It is rich in essential fatty acids and vitamin E, maki…
Sweet Almond Oil
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, commonly known as sweet almond oil, is a gentle, lightweight carrier oil widely used in British skincare and…
Sweet Betty Flower
Sweet Betty Flower is a delicate botanical extract derived from the vibrant blooms of the wild sweet violet. Popular in UK skincare and h…
Sweet Orange oil
Sweet orange oil is a bright, zesty essential oil extracted from the peel of oranges. It brings a fresh citrus scent to skincare and hair…
Swertia Flower Extract
Swertia Flower Extract is a gentle botanical ingredient derived from the delicate purple blooms of the Swertia plant. Commonly used in UK…
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite is a lab-made mineral powder used in cosmetics to give a high-shine, pearlescent or glittery effect. It is most…
Synthetic Wax
Synthetic Wax is a man-made wax used in many UK beauty products to provide structure, texture and a smooth finish. It is commonly found i…