✦ Ingredient Glossary

Ingredients starting with B

2,065 ingredients with safety ratings, purposes, and interaction warnings. Page 10 of 11.

BUTYL ETHYL PROPANEDIOL

This ingredient is likely used as a solvent or humectant.

BUTYL ETHYLPROPANEDIYL ETHYLHEXANOATE

This ingredient is likely used as an emollient.

BUTYL FORMATE

This ingredient is likely used as a fragrance component.

Butyl glycidyl ether

Reactive diluent, not typically used in leave-on skincare.

BUTYL GLYCOLATE

This ingredient is likely used as a solvent or humectant.

BUTYL HEXANOATE

This ingredient is likely used as an emollient or fragrance component.

BUTYL HYDROXYBUTYRATE

This ingredient is likely used as a solvent or fragrance component.

Butyl Hydroxycyclohexane Carboxylate

Ingredient used for its potential cooling or sensory effects.

BUTYL HYDROXYCYCLOHEXANE CARBOXYLATE

This ingredient is likely used as a solvent or emollient.

BUTYL ISOBUTYRATE

This ingredient is likely used as a fragrance component.

BUTYL ISOHEXANOATE

This ingredient is likely used as an emollient or fragrance component.

Butyl Isostearate

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

BUTYL LACTATE

This ingredient is likely used as a solvent or fragrance component.

BUTYL METHACRYLATE

This is a monomer used in the creation of polymers for film-forming.

BUTYL METHACRYLATE/ACRYOYLOXY PG METHACRYLATE COPOLYMER

This polymer is used as a film-former.

Butyl Methoxy-dibenzoylmethane

UV filter that absorbs UVA radiation.

Butyl Methoxydibenzoyl - methane

UV filter that absorbs UVA radiation.

Butyl Methoxydibenzoyl methane

UV filter that absorbs UVA radiation.

BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHAME

This is a UV filter that absorbs UVA rays.

Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethan

UV filter that absorbs UVA radiation.

Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane

UV filter that absorbs UVA radiation.

Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane

UV filter that absorbs UVA radiation.

BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE

This is a UV filter that absorbs UVA rays.

Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethané

UV filter that absorbs UVA radiation.

Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane (2.00%)

UV filter that absorbs UVA radiation.

Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane (2.8%)

UV filter that absorbs UVA radiation.

Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane (3%)

UV filter that absorbs UVA radiation.

Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane (35Mg/​G)

UV filter that absorbs UVA radiation.

Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane (4.000%)

UV filter that absorbs UVA radiation.

Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane (4%)

UV filter that absorbs UVA radiation.

Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane (5%)

UV filter that absorbs UVA radiation.

Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane (Avobenzone)

UV filter that absorbs UVA radiation.

Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane 30 mg/g

UV filter that absorbs UVA radiation.

Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane.

UV filter that absorbs UVA radiation.

Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane/​Avobenzone

UV filter that absorbs UVA radiation.

Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethape

Likely a misspelling of Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, a UVA filter.

Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethone 30 mg/g

Likely a misspelling of Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, a UVA filter.

Butyl Methoxydibenzoymethane

UV filter that absorbs UVA radiation.

Butyl Methoxydimenzoylmethane

Likely a misspelling of Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, a UVA filter.

Butyl Methylpropional

Fragrance ingredient with a floral, green scent.

BUTYL MYRISTATE

This ingredient is used as an emollient and solvent.

BUTYL OCTANOATE

This ingredient is used as an emollient and solvent.

BUTYL OLEATE

This ingredient is used as an emollient and solvent.

BUTYL PHENYLACETATE

This ingredient is likely used as a fragrance component.

Butyl Phthalyl Butyl Glycolate

Plasticizer and film-former, often used in nail polish.

Butyl Polydimethylsiloxy Ethoxypropyl Phosphate

Emulsifier and conditioning agent.

BUTYL POLYDIMETHYLSILOXY ETHOXYPROPYL PHOSPHATE

This ingredient is used as a conditioning agent and emollient.

BUTYL PROPIONATE

This ingredient is likely used as a solvent or fragrance component.

Butyl Stearate

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

BUTYL THIOGLYCOLATE

This ingredient is used in depilatory creams.

BUTYL TIGLATE

This ingredient is likely used as a fragrance component.

BUTYL UNDECENOATE

This ingredient is likely used as an emollient.

Butyl)

Incomplete ingredient name, likely a prefix for another ingredient.

Butyl/​Methoxydibenzoylmethane

UV filter that absorbs UVA radiation.

BUTYLAMINOETHYL METHACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER

This cross-linked polymer is used for film-forming and conditioning.

Butylated Hydroxy Anisole

Antioxidant used to prevent product oxidation.

Butylated hydroxytoluene

Antioxidant used to prevent product oxidation.

Butylated Hydroxytoluene

Antioxidant used to prevent product oxidation.

BUTYLATED POLYOXYMETHYLENE UREA

Unknown specific cosmetic function, likely a processing aid or stabilizer.

Butylated PVP

Film-forming agent.

BUTYLATED PVP

Acts as a film-former and stabilizer in cosmetic formulations.

BUTYLATED XYLENOL

Likely used as an antioxidant or preservative in cosmetic products.

Butylavocadate

Emollient derived from avocado, providing moisturizing and skin-conditioning benefits.

BUTYLCARBAMOETHYL METHACRYLATE

Used as a monomer in polymer synthesis for cosmetic applications, potentially for film-forming.

BUTYLDIHYDRODIMETHYLPYRAN

Likely a fragrance ingredient or a solvent with a specific aroma profile.

Butylene

Solvent and viscosity-decreasing agent.

Butylene Glycerin

Combination of a solvent and a humectant.

Butylene Glyco

Solvent and viscosity decreasing agent.

butylene glycol

A humectant that draws moisture to the skin and acts as a solvent.

Butylene Glycol

Humectant that draws moisture into skin and acts as a solvent.

Butylene Glycol

Humectant that draws moisture into skin and acts as a solvent.

Butylene Glycol

Humectant that draws moisture into skin and acts as a solvent.

BUTYLENE GLYCOL

Humectant that draws moisture into skin and acts as a solvent.

Butylène Glycol

Humectant that draws moisture into skin and acts as a solvent.

Butylene Glycol (8

Solvent and viscosity decreasing agent.

Butylene Glycol (Skin-Conditioner)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin and acts as a solvent.

Butylene Glycol (Solvent)

Acts as a solvent and viscosity decreasing agent.

Butylene Glycol (Sugarcane)

Humectant derived from sugarcane, drawing moisture into the skin.

Butylene Glycol & Rosa Canina Fruit Extract

Humectant and solvent combined with an antioxidant-rich rosehip extract.

BUTYLENE GLYCOL 6 ml.

Humectant that draws moisture into skin and acts as a solvent.

BUTYLENE GLYCOL BEHENATE

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

Butylene Glycol Cocoate

Emollient and solvent.

BUTYLENE GLYCOL COCOATE

Acts as an emollient and emulsifier in cosmetic formulations.

Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate Dicaprate

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate-Dicaprate

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/ Dicaprate

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Di - caprate

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/​Dicaprate

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

BUTYLENE GLYCOL DIISONONANOATE

Emollient that provides a smooth feel and helps spreadability.

Butylene Glycol Glycereth-26

Humectant and solvent combined with a humectant and emollient.

Butylene Glycol Glycerin

A combination of humectants to draw moisture into the skin.

BUTYLENE GLYCOL GLYCERIN

A blend of humectants that attract and retain moisture in the skin.

Butylene Glycol Laurate

Emulsifier and solvent.

BUTYLENE GLYCOL LAURATE

Acts as an emollient and emulsifier, improving product texture.

BUTYLENE GLYCOL MONTANATE

Likely an emollient or conditioning agent derived from montan wax.

BUTYLENE GLYCOL MYRISTATE

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

BUTYLENE GLYCOL OLEATE

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

BUTYLENE GLYCOL PROPIONATE

Acts as an emollient and solvent in cosmetic formulations.

Butylene Glycol Silver Chloride

Preservative with antimicrobial properties.

Butylene Glycol.

Humectant that draws moisture into skin and acts as a solvent.

Butylene Glycol. Xanthan Gum

Humectant and solvent combined with a thickening agent.

Butylene Gycol

Humectant that draws moisture into skin and acts as a solvent.

Butylene hydroxy toluene

Antioxidant that protects the formula from oxidation.

Butylene/ Ethylene/ Styrene Copolymer

Film-former that can provide texture and structure to the product.

Butylene/Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer

Film-former that can provide texture and structure to the product.

Butylene/ethylene/styrene Copolymer

Film-former that can provide texture and structure to the product.

Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer

Film-former that can provide texture and structure to the product.

Butylene/​Ethylene/​Styrene Copolymer

Film-former that can provide texture and structure to the product.

BUTYLENE/ETHYLENE/STYRENE COPOLYMER

A polymer used to thicken formulations and improve texture.

Butyleneglycol

Humectant that draws moisture into skin and acts as a solvent.

BUTYLETHYLPROPANEDIOL DIMER DILINOLEATE

Emollient that provides a smooth, non-greasy feel and improves product spreadability.

Butylfenylmethylpropioneel

Fragrance ingredient with a floral scent.

Butylhydroxytoluene

Antioxidant that protects the formula from oxidation.

Butylmethoxydibenzoylmethane

UV filter that absorbs UVA radiation.

ButylMethoxydibenzoylmethane

UV filter that absorbs UVA radiation.

Butyloctanoic Acid

Emollient and skin conditioning agent.

BUTYLOCTANOIC ACID

May function as a pH adjuster or a skin conditioning agent.

Butyloctanol

Emollient and solvent.

BUTYLOCTANOL

Acts as an emollient and solvent, improving product texture and feel.

BUTYLOCTYL BEHENATE

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

BUTYLOCTYL BENZOATE

Emollient that provides a smooth feel and helps solubilize other ingredients.

Butyloctyl Candelillate

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

BUTYLOCTYL CANDELILLATE

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin, derived from candelilla wax.

BUTYLOCTYL OLEATE

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

Butyloctyl Salicylate

UV filter that absorbs UVB radiation.

BUTYLOCTYL SALICYLATE

Acts as an emollient and a UV filter, absorbing UVB radiation.

butylparaben

A preservative used to prevent microbial growth in cosmetic products.

Butylparaben

Preservative used to prevent microbial growth.

BUTYLPARABEN

Preservative that prevents the growth of bacteria and fungi.

Butylparaben.

Preservative used to prevent microbial growth.

Butylphe - nyl/Methylpropional

Fragrance ingredient with a floral scent.

BUTYLPHEM METHILPROPIONAL

Likely a fragrance ingredient with a floral or fruity scent.

Butylphenyl

A component of fragrance ingredients.

Butylphenyl Methipropional)

Fragrance ingredient with a floral scent.

Butylphenyl Methylipropional

Fragrance ingredient with a floral scent.

Butylphenyl Methylpro Linalool. nal

Fragrance ingredient with a floral scent.

Butylphenyl Methylpropional

Fragrance ingredient with a floral scent.

BUTYLPHENYL METHYLPROPIONAL

Fragrance ingredient known for its floral scent, can be a skin sensitizer.

Butylphenyl Methylpropional.

Fragrance ingredient with a floral scent.

Butylphenyl Methylpropional.)

Fragrance ingredient with a floral scent.

Butylphenyl Methylpropional)

Fragrance ingredient with a floral scent.

Butylphide

Unknown, likely a typo or uncommon ingredient.

Butylphthalimide

Unknown, likely a typo or uncommon ingredient.

Butyparaben

Preservative used to prevent microbial growth.

Butyric Acid

Can be used as a pH adjuster or in fragrance.

BUTYRIC ACID

Rarely used in skincare, may have a strong odor and potential for irritation.

BUTYRIS LAC POWDER

Derived from milk, may offer skin conditioning benefits.

Butyrolactone

Solvent and viscosity decreasing agent.

BUTYROLACTONE

Solvent and humectant that can help improve skin hydration.

BUTYROLACTONETHIOL

Unknown specific cosmetic function, potentially a fragrance component or intermediate.

butyropsermum parkii

The botanical name for Shea butter, an emollient that moisturizes and conditions the skin.

Butyros permum Parkii Butter

Emollient rich in fatty acids and vitamins, providing moisturizing and skin-conditioning benefits.

Butyrosepermum Parkii (Shea Butter)

Emollient rich in fatty acids and vitamins, providing moisturizing and skin-conditioning benefits.

Butyroseperum Parkii (Shea Butter)*Sodium Benzoate

Emollient providing moisturizing benefits, combined with a preservative.

Butyrospemum Parkii (Shea) Butter

Emollient rich in fatty acids and vitamins, providing moisturizing and skin-conditioning benefits.

Butyrospermom Parki (Shea) Oil

Emollient providing moisturizing and skin-conditioning benefits.

Butyrospermum (Shea) Butter

Emollient rich in fatty acids and vitamins, providing moisturizing and skin-conditioning benefits.

Butyrospermum Park" (shea) Butter*'

Emollient rich in fatty acids and vitamins, providing moisturizing and skin-conditioning benefits.

Butyrospermum Park" (shea) Butter*' Honey (mid)

Emollient providing moisturizing benefits, combined with honey for humectant properties.

Butyrospermum Parki (Shea Butter) Fruit

Emollient rich in fatty acids and vitamins, providing moisturizing and skin-conditioning benefits.

Butyrospermum Parki (Shea) Butter

Emollient rich in fatty acids and vitamins, providing moisturizing and skin-conditioning benefits.

Butyrospermum Parkii

Emollient providing moisturizing and skin-conditioning benefits.

BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII

Commonly known as Shea Butter, it's an emollient that moisturizes and soothes skin.

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter 1

Emollient rich in fatty acids and vitamins, providing moisturizing and skin-conditioning benefits.

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter)

Emollient rich in fatty acids and vitamins, providing moisturizing and skin-conditioning benefits.

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) (10%)

Emollient rich in fatty acids and vitamins, providing moisturizing and skin-conditioning benefits.

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) Butter

Emollient that softens and smooths skin.

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) Extract

Extract with potential antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA BUTTER) EXTRACT

Extract from Shea Butter, providing moisturizing and skin-conditioning properties.

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) Fruit

The fruit of the shea tree, used for its emollient properties.

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) Nut Extract

Extract from the shea nut, offering emollient and potential skin-conditioning benefits.

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) Oil

Oil that softens and smooths skin.

BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA BUTTER) OIL

Oil derived from Shea Butter, rich in fatty acids for intense moisturization.

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter) Unsaponifiables

Components of shea butter that provide skin-conditioning and emollient benefits.

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter)*

Emollient that softens and smooths skin.

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea)

The raw material from the shea tree, used for its emollient properties.

Butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter

Emollient that softens and smooths skin.

Butyrospermum Parkii (shea) Butter

Emollient that softens and smooths skin.

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter

Emollient that softens and smooths skin.

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter

Emollient that softens and smooths skin.

BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA) BUTTER

Emollient that moisturizes, soothes, and protects the skin barrier.

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter (1)

Emollient that softens and smooths skin.

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter (10%)

Emollient that softens and smooths skin.

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter (2%)

Emollient that softens and smooths skin.

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter (3.5%)

Emollient that softens and smooths skin.

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter (Masło Shea)

Emollient that softens and smooths skin.

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter (Organic)

Emollient that softens and smooths skin.

BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA) BUTTER (WATER (AQUA)

Indicates Shea Butter is present in a formulation that also contains water.

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter (Мacлo Ши)

Emollient that softens and smooths skin.

BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA) BUTTER EXTR GLYCERYL STEARATE

A blend of Shea Butter extract and an emulsifier for moisturizing and texture.

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter Extract

Extract with potential antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA) BUTTER EXTRACT

Provides moisturizing and skin-conditioning benefits.

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter Extract (1

Extract with potential antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter Fruit

The fruit of the shea tree, used for its emollient properties.

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter Lauryl Laurate

Emollient that softens and smooths skin.

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter Unsaponifiables

Components of shea butter that provide skin-conditioning and emollient benefits.

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*

Emollient that softens and smooths skin.

Butyrospermum Parkii (shea) Butter*'

Emollient that softens and smooths skin.

Butyrospermum Parkii (shea) Butter*v Honey (mid)

Emollient that softens and smooths skin, with added humectant properties from honey.