✦ Ingredient Glossary

Ingredients starting with C

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C13-16 Isoalkane

Acts as an emollient and solvent, providing a smooth feel.

C13-16 isoparaffin

Acts as an emollient and solvent, providing a smooth feel.

C13-16 Isoparaffin

Acts as an emollient and solvent, providing a smooth feel.

C13-16 Isoparaffin (C13-16 Isoalkane)

Acts as an emollient and solvent, providing a smooth feel.

C14 - 22 Alkane

Acts as an emollient to soften and smooth the skin.

C14-15 Alcohols

Acts as an emollient to soften and smooth the skin, and can also be a thickener.

C14-15 Alketh-11

Acts as an emulsifier to help mix oil and water ingredients.

C14-15 Alketh-13

Acts as an emulsifier to help mix oil and water ingredients.

C14-15 Alketh-7

Acts as an emulsifier to help mix oil and water ingredients.

C14-15 Alketh-8 Carboxylic Acid

Acts as a surfactant and emulsifier to help mix oil and water ingredients.

C14-15 PARETH-8 CARBOXYLIC ACID

Acts as a surfactant and emulsifier to help mix oil and water ingredients.

C14-16 Alpha Olefin Sulfonate

A strong surfactant used for cleansing and foaming in rinse-off products.

C14-16 Glycol Palmitate

An emollient that helps to soften and smooth the skin.

C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate

A strong surfactant used for cleansing and foaming in rinse-off products.

C14-17 Alkane

Acts as an emollient and solvent, helping to condition and spread other ingredients.

C14-18 Acid Glycol Ester

Functions as an emollient and emulsifier, helping to soften skin and stabilize formulations.

C14-18 ACID GLYCOL ESTER

Functions as an emollient and emulsifier, helping to soften skin and stabilize formulations.

C14-18 Alkyl Ethylhexanoate

An emollient that softens and smooths the skin, improving texture.

C14-19 Alkane

Acts as an emollient and solvent, helping to condition and spread other ingredients.

C14-20 Alkane

Acts as an emollient and solvent, helping to condition and spread other ingredients.

c14-22 alcohols

Emollients and emulsifiers that help to stabilize the product formulation.

C14-22 Alcohols

Acts as an emollient and emulsifier, softening skin and helping to blend ingredients.

C14-22 ALCOHOLS

Acts as an emollient and emulsifier, softening skin and helping to blend ingredients.

C14-28 ALKYL ACID

Can function as an emollient or emulsifier depending on its exact structure.

C14-28 ISOALKYL ACID

Can function as an emollient or emulsifier depending on its exact structure.

C14-C16 Alpha-Olefin Sulfonate

A strong surfactant used for cleansing and foaming in rinse-off products.

C14-C16 Alpha-Olefin Sulfonate (Coconut Oil Derived)

A surfactant derived from coconut oil, used for cleansing and foaming.

C15 - 19 Alkane

Acts as an emollient and solvent, helping to condition and spread other ingredients.

c15-19 alkane

A lightweight emollient that provides a smooth feel on the skin.

C15-19 Alkane

Acts as an emollient and solvent, helping to condition and spread other ingredients.

C15-19 ALKANE

Acts as an emollient and solvent, helping to condition and spread other ingredients.

C15-19 Alkane Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2

Acts as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent, providing a smooth feel.

C15-23 Alkane

Acts as an emollient and solvent, helping to condition and spread other ingredients.

C15/​19 Alkane

Acts as an emollient and solvent, helping to condition and spread other ingredients.

C16-22 ACID AMIDE MEA

Acts as a surfactant or emulsifier, helping to blend ingredients and create lather.

C16-23 Alkane

Acts as an emollient and solvent, helping to condition and spread other ingredients.

C16-24 ALKYL C16-24 ACIDATE

Likely functions as an emollient or conditioning agent.

C177499. C147005 Cl45410 and Iron Oxides.

These are CI (Color Index) numbers, indicating various colorants.

C177891. Cl77491

These are CI (Color Index) numbers, indicating colorants (Titanium Dioxide and Iron Oxide Red).

C18-21 Alkane

Acts as an emollient and solvent, helping to condition and spread other ingredients.

C18-22 ALKYL PEG-25 METHACRYLATE

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

C18-22 Hydroxyalkyl Hydroxypropyl Guar

A conditioning agent and thickener derived from guar gum.

C18-22 Isoalkylamidopropylethyldimonium Ethosulfate

A conditioning agent and emulsifier, often used in hair care.

C18-28 Alkyl Acetate

Functions as an emollient, providing a smooth feel to the skin.

C18-28 ALKYL ACETATE

Functions as an emollient, providing a smooth feel to the skin.

C18-30 ACID GLYCOL ESTER

Functions as an emollient and emulsifier, helping to soften skin and stabilize formulations.

C18-30 Glycol

Acts as an emollient and solvent, helping to condition and spread other ingredients.

C18-36 ACID

Can function as an emollient or emulsifier depending on its exact structure.

C18-36 Acid Glycol Ester

Functions as an emollient and emulsifier, helping to soften skin and stabilize formulations.

C18-36 ACID GLYCOL ESTER

Functions as an emollient and emulsifier, helping to soften skin and stabilize formulations.

C18-36 Acid Triglyceride

Acts as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent, providing a smooth feel.

C18-36 ACID TRIGLYCERIDE

Acts as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent, providing a smooth feel.

C18-36 Acid Triglyceride.

Acts as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent, providing a smooth feel.

C18-38 ALKYL C24-54 ACID ESTER

Likely functions as an emollient or conditioning agent.

C18-38 Alkyl Hydroxystearoyi Stearate

Acts as an emollient and thickener, providing a smooth texture and consistency.

C18-38 Alkyl Hydroxystearoyl Stea - rate

Acts as an emollient and thickener, providing a smooth texture and consistency.

C18-38 Alkyl Hydroxystearoyl Stearate

Acts as an emollient and thickener, providing a smooth texture and consistency.

C18-C21 Alkane

Acts as an emollient and solvent, helping to condition and spread other ingredients.

c20-22 alcohols

Emollients and emulsifiers that help to stabilize the product formulation.

C20-22 Alcohols

Acts as an emollient and emulsifier, softening skin and helping to blend ingredients.

C20-22 ALCOHOLS

Acts as an emollient and emulsifier, softening skin and helping to blend ingredients.

C20-22 Alkyl Phosphate

Acts as an emulsifier and surfactant, helping to stabilize formulations.

C20-22 ALKYL PHOSPHATE

Acts as an emulsifier and surfactant, helping to stabilize formulations.

C20-24 Alkyl Dimethicone

A silicone-based emollient that provides a smooth, non-greasy feel.

C20-24 Olefin

Acts as an emollient and solvent, helping to condition and spread other ingredients.

C20-30 Glycol

Acts as an emollient and solvent, helping to condition and spread other ingredients.

C20-40 ACID

Can function as an emollient or emulsifier depending on its exact structure.

C20-40 Alcohols

Acts as an emollient and emulsifier, softening skin and helping to blend ingredients.

C20-40 ALCOHOLS

Acts as an emollient and emulsifier, softening skin and helping to blend ingredients.

C20-40 Alketh-10

Acts as an emulsifier and surfactant, helping to stabilize formulations.

C20-40 Alketh-3

Acts as an emulsifier and surfactant, helping to stabilize formulations.

C20-40 Alkyl Stearate

An emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

C20-40 Isoalkane

Acts as an emollient and solvent, helping to condition and spread other ingredients.

c20-40 pareth-10

An emulsifier and surfactant used to create stable emulsions.

C20-40 Pareth-10

Acts as an emulsifier and surfactant, helping to stabilize formulations.

C20-40 Pareth-3

Acts as an emulsifier and surfactant, helping to stabilize formulations.

C21-28 Alkane

Acts as an emollient and solvent, helping to condition and spread other ingredients.

C23-43 ACID PENTAERYTHRITOL TETRAESTER

Acts as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent.

C24-28 Alkyl Methicone

A silicone-based emollient that provides a smooth, non-greasy feel.

C24-28 Alkyldimethylsiloxy Trimethylsiloxysilicate

A silicone elastomer that provides a smooth feel and can act as a film-former.

C26-28 Alkyl Dimethicone

A silicone-based emollient that provides a smooth, non-greasy feel.

C28-52 OLEFIN/UNDECYLENIC ACID COPOLYMER

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

C29-70 Acid

Can function as an emollient or emulsifier depending on its exact structure.

C29-70 ACID

Can function as an emollient or emulsifier depending on its exact structure.

C3-11 ALKYL ACRYLATE

A monomer used in polymer synthesis, often for film-forming or thickening.

C30-38 olefin/isopropyl maleate/MA copolymer

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

C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer

Silicone elastomer that provides a smooth, velvety feel and can improve texture.

C30-45 ALKYL CETEARYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER

A silicone elastomer that provides a smooth feel and can act as a film-former.

C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer)

Silicone elastomer that provides a smooth, velvety feel and can improve texture.

C30-45 Alkyl Dimethicone

Emollient that provides a smooth, non-greasy feel and can act as a conditioning agent.

C30-45 ALKYL DIMETHICONE

Emollient that provides a smooth, non-greasy feel and can act as a conditioning agent.

C30-45 Alkyl Methicone

Emollient that provides a smooth, non-greasy feel and can act as a conditioning agent.

C30-45 Alkyldimethylsilyl Polypropylsilsesquioxane

Silicone resin that forms a breathable film, providing a smooth feel and potentially improving wear time.

C30-45 Olefin

Emollient and conditioning agent that provides a smooth feel.

C30-50 ACID

Fatty acid used as an emollient or emulsifier.

C30-50 Alcohols

Fatty alcohols used as emollients, thickeners, or emulsifiers.

C30-50 Alketh-3

Surfactant and emulsifier used to blend oil and water.

C32-36 Isoalkyl Acid

Fatty acid used as an emollient or emulsifier.

C32-36 ISOALKYL ACID

Fatty acid used as an emollient or emulsifier.

C32-36 Isoalkyl Stearate

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

C4-14 Perfluoroalkylethoxy Dimethicone

Silicone derivative that provides a smooth, slippery feel and can form a protective barrier.

C4-6 Olefin/Styrene Copolymer

Film-forming agent that can improve product texture and wear.

C4-8 ALKYL ACRYLATE

Monomer used in polymer synthesis, likely for film-forming or thickening.

C4-8 ALKYL ACRYLATE/HEMA COPOLYMER

Polymer used for film-forming, potentially in nail products.

C40-60 ACID

Fatty acid used as an emollient or emulsifier.

C40-60 Alketh-3

Surfactant and emulsifier used to blend oil and water.

C5-6 Alkane/Cycloalkane/Terpene Copolymer

Emollient and solvent that can provide a smooth feel.

C5-6 Olefin/Styrene Copolymer

Film-forming agent that can improve product texture and wear.

C5-8 ALKYL ACRYLATE

Monomer used in polymer synthesis, likely for film-forming or thickening.

C6-10 Alketh-4 Phosphate

Emulsifier and surfactant used to blend oil and water.

C6-14 PERFLUOROALKYLETHYL ACRYLATE

Monomer used in polymer synthesis, likely for film-forming with unique properties.

C6-14 Perfluoroalkylethyl Acrylate/HEMA Copolymer

Polymer used for film-forming, potentially in nail products, with unique properties.

C6-14 PERFLUOROALKYLETHYL ACRYLATE/HEMA COPOLYMER

Polymer used for film-forming, potentially in nail products, with unique properties.

C8 Alcohol

Fatty alcohol used as an emollient, thickener, or emulsifier.

C8-10 Alkane/Cycloalkane/Aromatic Hydrocarbons

Solvent and emollient that can provide a smooth feel.

C8-10 Alkyl Ethyl Phosphate

Emulsifier and surfactant used to blend oil and water.

C8-12 Acid Triglyceride

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

C8-12 ACID TRIGLYCERIDE

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

C8-22 ALKYL ACRYLATE

Monomer used in polymer synthesis, likely for film-forming or thickening.

C8-22 ALKYL ACRYLATES/METHACRYLIC ACID CROSSPOLYMER

Thickener and film-forming agent.

C8-9 Isaproraffin

Emollient and solvent that provides a light, non-greasy feel.

C8-9 Isoparaffin

Emollient and solvent that provides a light, non-greasy feel.

C8‑12 Acid Triglyceride

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

C9-10 Alkane/Cycloalkane

Solvent and emollient that can provide a smooth feel.

C9-10 Aromatic Hydrocarbons

Solvent and emollient that can provide a smooth feel.

C9-11 Alcohols

Fatty alcohols used as emollients, thickeners, or emulsifiers.

C9-11 Alkane/Cycloalkane

Solvent and emollient that can provide a smooth feel.

C9-11 Alketh-6 Carboxylic Acid

Emulsifier and surfactant used to blend oil and water.

C9-11 Isoparaffin

Emollient and solvent that provides a light, non-greasy feel.

C9-11 Pareth-6

Surfactant and emulsifier used to blend oil and water.

C9-11 PARETH-6 CARBOXYLIC ACID

Emulsifier and surfactant used to blend oil and water.

C9-11 PARETH-8 CARBOXYLIC ACID

Emulsifier and surfactant used to blend oil and water.

C9-12 alkane

Solvent and emollient that can provide a smooth feel.

C9-12 Alkane

Solvent and emollient that can provide a smooth feel.

C9-13 Isoalkane

Emollient and solvent that provides a light, non-greasy feel.

C9-14 Isoalkane

Emollient and solvent that provides a light, non-greasy feel.

C9-15 Alkane

Solvent and emollient that can provide a smooth feel.

C9-15 Alkyl Phosphate

Emulsifier and surfactant used to blend oil and water.

C9-15 Fluoroalcohol Phosphate

Emulsifier and surfactant with unique properties.

C9-16 Alkane/Cycloalkane

Solvent and emollient that can provide a smooth feel.

C9-16 Isoalkane

Emollient and solvent that provides a light, non-greasy feel.

Ca Carbonate

Calcium carbonate can be used as a mild abrasive or opacifying agent.

Ca Disodium EDTA

A chelating agent that binds metal ions, improving product stability and efficacy.

Ca Eropoes Olivel Frut OI

Likely a misspelling or incomplete ingredient name; 'Olivel' suggests olive oil derivatives.

CABA

Likely a trade name or abbreviation for an ingredient, specific function unknown without more context.

CABBAGE

Plant extract that may contain vitamins and antioxidants.

Cabbage Extract

A botanical extract that may offer antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties.

CABILLAUD (Gadus morhua) 70%

Fish oil derivative, potentially used for its fatty acid content.

cabillaud 3

Cod, likely referring to fish oil or extract, which can contain beneficial fatty acids.

Cablin (Patchouli) Leaf Oil

An essential oil used for fragrance, with potential antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties.

Cacahuate tostado.

Spanish for 'toasted peanut'; likely refers to peanut oil or extract, which can be emollient.

CACAHUETES 96

Peanut extract, potentially used for its emollient or conditioning properties.

CACAHUETES 96 %

Peanut extract, potentially used for its emollient or conditioning properties.

CACAHUETES 96%

Peanut extract, potentially used for its emollient or conditioning properties.

cacao

Cocoa, which contains antioxidants and can act as an emollient.

Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter

A rich emollient derived from cocoa beans, providing moisturizing and skin-softening benefits.

Cacao (Cocoa)Seed Extract

An extract rich in antioxidants that can help protect skin from environmental damage.

Cacao Absolute).

A concentrated extract from cacao, used for fragrance and potential antioxidant benefits.

Cacao Butter

A rich emollient derived from cocoa beans, providing moisturizing and skin-softening benefits.

Cacao Extract

An extract rich in antioxidants that can help protect skin from environmental damage.

cacao maigre

Lean cocoa, likely referring to defatted cocoa powder with antioxidant properties.

cacaoboter

Cocoa butter, an emollient that softens and moisturizes the skin.

cacaomassa

Cocoa mass, containing antioxidants and fatty acids beneficial for skin.

Cacau Magro em Pó

Portuguese for 'lean cocoa powder'; likely used as a colorant or texturizer.

Cactus Extract

An extract from cactus plants that can provide hydration and soothing benefits.

Caeprylyl Glycol

A humectant and emollient that also acts as a preservative booster.

CAESALPINIA BENTHAMIANA ROOT EXTRACT

Plant extract with potential antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties.

CAESALPINIA DECAPETALA LEAF EXTRACT

Plant extract with potential antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties.

CAESALPINIA ECHINATA WOOD EXTRACT

Plant extract with potential antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties.

CAESALPINIA PULCHERRIMA FLOWER EXTRACT

Plant extract with potential antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties.

Caesalpinia Sappan Bark Extract

A botanical extract with potential antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties.

CAESALPINIA SAPPAN BARK EXTRACT

Plant extract with potential antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties.

CAESALPINIA SAPPAN EXTRACT

Plant extract with potential antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties.

CAESALPINIA SAPPAN STEM EXTRACT

Plant extract with potential antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties.

Caesalpinia Sappan Stem Powder

Powdered stem of Caesalpinia Sappan, potentially used for color or texture.

Caesalpinia Spinosa (Peruvian Carob) Gum

A natural gum that acts as a thickener and film-former, providing a smooth feel.

Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Extract

An extract from the fruit of the Tara tree, known for its antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties.

CAESALPINIA SPINOSA FRUIT EXTRACT

Plant extract known for its film-forming and moisturizing properties.

Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Pod Extract

An extract from the fruit pods of the Tara tree, offering antioxidant and skin-conditioning benefits.

CAESALPINIA SPINOSA FRUIT POD EXTRACT

Plant extract known for its film-forming and moisturizing properties.

Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum

A natural gum that acts as a thickener and film-former, providing a smooth feel.

Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum (Botanical Hyaluronic Acid)

A plant-derived gum that functions as a humectant and provides a smooth texture.

Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum (Tara

A natural gum that acts as a thickener and film-former, providing a smooth feel.

Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum (Tara)

A natural gum that acts as a thickener and film-former, providing a smooth feel.

Caesalpinia Spinosa Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride

A conditioning agent derived from Tara gum that improves hair and skin feel.

Café descafeinado.

Spanish for 'decaffeinated coffee'; likely used for its antioxidant properties.

Café instantáneo 1%

Spanish for 'instant coffee 1%'; likely used for its antioxidant properties.

Café molido de tueste natural descafeinado.

Spanish for 'ground natural roast decaffeinated coffee'; likely used for its antioxidant properties.

Cafeïne

Caffeine, an antioxidant that can help reduce puffiness and improve skin's appearance.

Caféine

Caffeine, an antioxidant that can help reduce puffiness and improve skin's appearance.

Caffeic Acid

A potent antioxidant found in plants that helps protect skin from free radical damage.

CAFFEIC ACID

Antioxidant that helps protect skin from free radical damage.

Caffein (0.06%)

Caffeine, an antioxidant that can help reduce puffiness and improve skin's appearance.

caffeine

Stimulates circulation and can temporarily reduce puffiness and redness.

Caffeine

An antioxidant that can help reduce puffiness and improve skin's appearance.

Ca­Ffeine

Stimulant that can temporarily reduce puffiness and improve skin's appearance.

CAFFEINE

Stimulant that can temporarily reduce puffiness and redness.

Caffeine (0.06%)

An antioxidant that can help reduce puffiness and improve skin's appearance.

Caffeine 03)

Caffeine, an antioxidant that can help reduce puffiness and improve skin's appearance.

Caffeine Benzoate

A salt of caffeine, used for its antioxidant and potential skin-tightening effects.