✦ Ingredient Glossary

Ingredients starting with E

1,114 ingredients with safety ratings, purposes, and interaction warnings. Page 3 of 6.

Eryngium Maritimum Callus Culture Filtrate

Plant cell culture extract from sea holly, offering potential antioxidant and skin-regenerating benefits.

Eryngium Maritimum Extract

Extract from sea holly, known for its potential antioxidant and skin-soothing properties.

Erythorbic Acid

An antioxidant that helps protect formulations and skin from oxidation.

Erythrito Potassium Chloride

A salt compound, likely used for its electrolyte properties or as a preservative.

Erythritol

A sugar alcohol that acts as a humectant, drawing moisture to the skin.

ERYTHRITOL

A sugar alcohol that acts as a humectant, drawing moisture to the skin.

ERYTHRITYL TRIETHYLHEXANOATE

An emollient ester that provides a smooth skin feel.

ERYTHRODIOL

A sugar alcohol derivative that can act as a humectant.

Erythrosine

A red synthetic dye used for coloring cosmetic products.

Erythrulose

A sugar that works with DHA to create a sunless tan, often used in self-tanners.

ES VARIANTES ÁCIDOS (PEPINILLO

This appears to refer to acidic variants of cucumber, likely for pH adjustment or as an extract.

Escalope de dinde

French for 'turkey cutlet', not a typical skincare ingredient, likely an error or food product.

Escalope de dinde 86 %; chapelure de blé 9% (farine de blé

A food ingredient list, not relevant for skincare formulation.

ESCHERICHIA COLI/GLUCOSE FERMENT FILTRATE

A fermented ingredient, potentially offering skin conditioning benefits.

Eschscholzia Californica Leaf Cell Extract

California poppy extract, known for its soothing and antioxidant properties.

Escin

A mixture of saponins derived from horse chestnut, known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Esculin

A coumarin glycoside found in horse chestnut, with potential antioxidant and UV-protective properties.

Espárragos

Spanish for 'asparagus', a vegetable extract that can offer antioxidant and skin-conditioning benefits.

especias

Spices can add fragrance or have antioxidant properties, but can also be irritating.

Especias (Pimienta Negra

Spanish for 'spices (black pepper)', which can be irritating or have antioxidant properties depending on concentration.

Espesante (goma arábiga)

Spanish for 'thickener (gum arabic)', used to increase viscosity.

Espessante (Goma Xantana)

Portuguese for 'thickener (xanthan gum)', used to increase viscosity.

espinaca

Spinach extract can provide antioxidants and vitamins to the skin.

Espinaca

Spanish for 'spinach', a source of vitamins and antioxidants beneficial for skin.

Espirulina en polvo

Spanish for 'spirulina powder', a blue-green algae rich in antioxidants and nutrients.

essence

A concentrated skincare product, often containing active ingredients and humectants.

Essence

A general term for a concentrated skincare liquid, often containing active ingredients.

Essential Ceramides

Ceramides are lipids that help form the skin's barrier and retain moisture.

Essential Oil

Concentrated plant extracts used for fragrance and potential therapeutic benefits.

Essential Oil Blend

A mixture of concentrated plant extracts used for fragrance and potential therapeutic benefits.

Essential Oil Blend (Balsam Of Peru And Bergamot)

A blend of essential oils used for fragrance; Bergamot can be phototoxic.

Essential Oil–Based Premium Fragrance Oils

Fragrance oils derived from essential oils, used for scent.

Essential Oils

Concentrated plant extracts used for fragrance and potential therapeutic benefits.

Essential Oils Blend

A mixture of concentrated plant extracts used for fragrance and potential therapeutic benefits.

Essential Oils Of

Concentrated plant extracts used for fragrance and potential therapeutic benefits.

Essential Oils Of Geranium

Geranium essential oil, used for fragrance and potential skin-balancing properties.

Essential Oils Of Helichrysum Italicum Cistus

Essential oils from Helichrysum and Cistus, known for their antioxidant and skin-regenerating properties.

Essig

German for 'vinegar', can be used as a pH adjuster or astringent, but can be irritating.

estabilizante

An ingredient that helps maintain the physical and chemical stability of a product.

ESTADO DE MÉXICO C.P. 54769. IMPORTADO

This is a location and import information, not an ingredient.

Estados Unidos 5133

This appears to be a location or code, not a skincare ingredient.

Ester (Kvosin-Nsp)

Acts as an emollient to soften and smooth the skin.

Ester Of Ethyl Olivate

Acts as an emollient, providing a smooth feel and moisturizing properties.

esters

Esters can function as emollients, solvents, or fragrance ingredients.

Esters

A broad category of ingredients that can act as emollients, solvents, or texture enhancers.

Esters Of Caprylic and Capric Acid

Emollients that help to soften and smooth the skin, and can also act as solvents.

ESTHER & MILA

This is a brand name, not an ingredient.

estragon

Tarragon extract can have antioxidant properties but may also be a skin irritant.

Estragon gerebelt

Likely a botanical extract with potential antioxidant or soothing properties.

Estragon)

Likely a botanical extract with potential antioxidant or soothing properties.

Estriol

A type of estrogen hormone, used in some topical treatments for its effects on skin.

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This appears to be a URL and not a cosmetic ingredient.

Ethane

A simple hydrocarbon, unlikely to be used in significant amounts in skincare.

ETHANE

A simple hydrocarbon gas, not used in skincare.

ethanol

Alcohol used as a solvent, astringent, or preservative, but can be drying and irritating.

Ethanol

Can act as a solvent or astringent, but can be drying and irritating in higher concentrations.

ETHANOL

A type of alcohol that can be drying and potentially irritating in high concentrations.

Ethanolamine

Used as a pH adjuster or emulsifying agent.

Ethanolamine Dithiodiglycolate

Used in hair perming and straightening products to break disulfide bonds.

Ethanolamine HCl

A salt form of ethanolamine, used as a pH adjuster.

Ethanolamine Thioglycolate

Used in hair perming and straightening products to break disulfide bonds.

Ether Dimethyl Silane

A silicone-based ingredient that can provide a smooth feel and act as an emollient.

ethical

Describes a sourcing or manufacturing practice, not an ingredient.

Ethically Sourced

This describes the sourcing of an ingredient, not the ingredient itself.

Ethically Sourced Boar Bristles

This describes the material and sourcing of a brush, not a skincare ingredient.

ETHIODIZED OIL

An oil containing iodine, used in medical imaging, not typical for skincare.

Ethlhexylglycerin

A preservative booster and skin conditioning agent.

Ethly Linolenate

An ester that acts as an emollient, providing skin-softening properties.

Ethlyhexylglycerin

A preservative booster and skin conditioning agent.

ETHOXY/PROPYL POLYSILOXANE

A silicone derivative used to improve texture and provide a smooth feel.

ethoxydiglycol

A solvent and penetration enhancer that can also act as a humectant.

Ethoxydiglycol

A solvent and penetration enhancer that can help other ingredients absorb better.

ETHOXYDIGLYCOL

A solvent and penetration enhancer.

Ethoxydiglycol Acetate

Acts as a solvent and emollient.

Ethoxydiglycol Acrylate

A monomer used in the formulation of polymers, often for film-forming properties.

ETHOXYDIGLYCOL BEHENATE

An emollient ester that improves skin feel and spreadability.

Ethoxydiglycol Isostearate

An ester that acts as an emollient and can improve product texture.

ETHOXYDIGLYCOL OLEATE

An emollient ester that improves skin feel and spreadability.

Ethoxydiglycol.

A solvent and penetration enhancer that can help other ingredients absorb better.

ETHOXYETHANOL

A solvent, but its use in cosmetics is restricted due to potential toxicity.

Ethoxyethyl Methacrylate

A monomer used in polymers, often for film-forming properties.

ETHOXYHEPTYL BICYCLOOCTANONE

A fragrance ingredient.

Ethoxylated Fatty Alcohol

Surfactants that help to mix oil and water, and can also act as emollients.

Ethoxylated Sorbitan Ester

Emulsifiers and surfactants that help to blend oil and water components in a formula.

Ethyheryl Salicylate

A UV filter that absorbs UVB radiation.

Ethyhexygyrin

A preservative booster and skin conditioning agent.

Ethyhexyl Stearate

An emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

ETHYHEXYL TRIAZONE

A modern UV filter providing broad-spectrum UVB and UVA protection.

Ethyhexylglycerin

A preservative booster and skin conditioning agent.

Ethyinexyl (Octyl) Palmitate

An emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

Ethyl

A simple alkyl group, often part of larger molecules with specific functions.

Ethyl - hexyl Salicylate

A UV filter that absorbs UVB radiation.

ETHYL - HEXYL SALICYLATE

A UVB sunscreen filter that also helps to solubilize other filters.

Ethyl - hexyl Triazone

A broad-spectrum UV filter that absorbs UVA and UVB radiation.

Ethyl - hexylglycerin

A preservative booster and skin conditioning agent.

Ethyl 2 Methyl Butyrate

A fragrance ingredient with a fruity scent.

Ethyl 2-Cyanoacrylate

The primary ingredient in super glues, used for its adhesive properties.

ETHYL 2-METHYLBUTYRATE

A flavoring agent with a fruity aroma, used in fragrances.

ETHYL 2-METHYLPENT-3-ENOATE

A fragrance ingredient with a fruity scent.

ETHYL 2-METHYLPENT-4-ENOATE

A fragrance ingredient with a fruity scent.

ETHYL 2-OCTENOATE

A fragrance ingredient with a fruity, green aroma.

ETHYL 3-HYDROXY-3-PHENYLPROPIONATE

A fragrance ingredient.

ETHYL 3-HYDROXYBUTYRATE

A fragrance ingredient with a fruity, creamy aroma.

ETHYL 3-HYDROXYHEXANOATE

A fragrance ingredient with a fruity, sweet aroma.

ETHYL 3-PHENYLGLYCIDATE

A fragrance ingredient with a fruity, floral aroma.

ETHYL 3,5,5-TRIMETHYLHEXANOATE

An emollient ester providing a smooth skin feel.

ETHYL 5,5,7-TRIMETHYL-1-OXASPIROOCTANE-2-CARBOXYLATE

A fragrance ingredient.

Ethyl Acetate

A solvent with a fruity odor, used to dissolve other ingredients.

Ethyl Acetoacetate

Used as a fragrance ingredient or solvent.

ethyl adipate

An emollient that helps soften and smooth the skin.

Ethyl Alcohol

Can act as a solvent or astringent, but can be drying and irritating in higher concentrations.

Ethyl Alcohol (95% V)

A concentrated form of ethanol, used as a solvent.

Ethyl Alcohol (95% V/​V)

A concentrated form of ethanol, used as a solvent.

Ethyl Alcohol (Alcohol)

Can act as a solvent or astringent, but can be drying and irritating in higher concentrations.

Ethyl Alcohol (Buffalo Trace® Bourbon)

Ethanol derived from bourbon, used as a solvent.

Ethyl Alcohol (Grain Alcohol) (1

Ethanol derived from grain, used as a solvent.

Ethyl Almondate

An emollient ester derived from almond oil.

ETHYL ANISATE

A fragrance ingredient with a sweet, anise-like aroma.

ETHYL ANTHRANILATE

A fragrance ingredient with a sweet, fruity, floral aroma.

Ethyl Apricot Kernelate

An emollient ester derived from apricot kernel oil.

Ethyl Arachidonate

An ester of arachidonic acid, potentially used for its emollient properties.

ETHYL ARGANATE

An ester derived from argan oil, acting as an emollient.

Ethyl Ascorbic Acid

A stable and effective derivative of Vitamin C with antioxidant and brightening properties.

Ethyl Ascorbyl Ether

A stable derivative of Vitamin C with antioxidant and brightening properties.

Ethyl Ascorbyl Ether (10

A stable derivative of Vitamin C with antioxidant and brightening properties.

Ethyl Ascorbyl Ether(3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid)

A stable and effective derivative of Vitamin C with antioxidant and brightening properties.

Ethyl Ascorbyl Palmitate (Vitamin C)

A derivative of Vitamin C with antioxidant properties.

Ethyl Aspartate

An amino acid derivative, potentially used for skin conditioning.

Ethyl Avocadate

An emollient ester derived from avocado oil.

Ethyl Benzoate

Used as a solvent and fragrance ingredient.

ETHYL BENZOATE

A fragrance ingredient with a fruity, almond-like aroma.

Ethyl Biotinate

An ester of biotin, potentially used for hair and skin conditioning.

ETHYL BIOTINATE

An ester of biotin, potentially used for hair and skin conditioning.

Ethyl Butyl Valerolactone

A fragrance ingredient with a fruity, sweet scent.

Ethyl Butyrate

A fragrance ingredient with a fruity scent.

ETHYL BUTYRATE

A fragrance ingredient with a fruity, pineapple-like aroma.

Ethyl Butyrate*

A fragrance ingredient with a fruity scent.

ETHYL CANOLATE

An ester derived from canol (rapeseed) oil, acting as an emollient.

Ethyl Caprate

An emollient ester that helps to soften and smooth the skin.

Ethyl Cellulose

A thickener and film-former used to improve product texture and consistency.

Ethyl Cinnamate

A fragrance ingredient with a balsamic, floral scent.

ETHYL CITRATES

Esters of citric acid, used as chelating agents or pH adjusters.

ETHYL CROTONATE

A fragrance ingredient with a fruity aroma.

Ethyl Cyanoacrylate

The primary ingredient in super glues, used for its adhesive properties.

ETHYL CYCLOHEXYL PROPIONATE

A fragrance ingredient.

ETHYL CYSTEINATE HCL

A derivative of cysteine, an amino acid, potentially used for skin conditioning.

Ethyl Decadienoate

A fragrance ingredient with a fruity, green scent.

ETHYL DICARBOETHOXY PANTOTHENATE

A derivative of pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5) that may offer skin conditioning benefits.

Ethyl Dihydroxypropyl PABA

A sunscreen agent that absorbs UVB radiation.

Ethyl Diisopropylcinnamate

A UV filter that absorbs UVA and UVB radiation.

Ethyl Dimethylaminobenzoate

A UV filter that absorbs UVB radiation.

ETHYL ESTER OF HYDROLYZED KERATIN

A hydrolyzed protein that can help condition and strengthen hair and skin.

Ethyl Ester of Hydrolyzed Silk

A conditioning agent derived from silk proteins, providing moisturizing and smoothing benefits.

ETHYL ESTER OF HYDROLYZED SILK

A hydrolyzed protein that can help condition and smooth skin and hair.

ETHYL ESTER OF HYDROLYZED YOGURT PROTEIN

A hydrolyzed protein that can help condition and moisturize skin.

Ethyl Ester of PVM/MA Copolymer

Film-former that creates a smooth layer on the skin.

Ethyl Ethanolamine

pH adjuster used to balance the acidity of cosmetic formulations.

Ethyl Ether

Solvent used to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation.

ETHYL ETHYLHEXANOATE

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

Ethyl Ethylhexylamino Dimethylcyclohexenylidene Cyanoacetate

UV filter that protects the skin from sun damage.

Ethyl Ferulate

Antioxidant that helps protect skin from environmental damage.

ETHYL FERULATE

An antioxidant that helps protect skin from environmental damage.

ETHYL FORMATE

A synthetic flavoring agent, not typically used for skincare benefits.

ETHYL GERANYL ETHER

A fragrance ingredient that adds a floral scent.

Ethyl Glutamate

Amino acid derivative that can help condition the skin.

Ethyl glycerin

Skin conditioning agent that helps to moisturize and soften the skin.

Ethyl Glycerin Acetal Levulinate

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

Ethyl Guaiazulene Sulfonate

Soothing agent with anti-inflammatory properties.

ETHYL HEPTANOATE

A flavoring agent, can contribute a fruity scent.

Ethyl Hexanediol

Emollient and solvent that helps improve product texture and spreadability.

ETHYL HEXANEDIOL

A solvent and humectant that can help with product texture and moisture retention.

Ethyl Hexanediol.

Emollient and solvent that helps improve product texture and spreadability.

Ethyl Hexanoate

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

ETHYL HEXANOATE

A flavoring agent, can contribute a fruity scent.

Ethyl Hexyl Glycerin

Antimicrobial agent and skin conditioning agent that also acts as a mild preservative booster.

Ethyl Hexyl Glycerine

Antimicrobial agent and skin conditioning agent that also acts as a mild preservative booster.

ETHYL HEXYL STEARATE

An emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

Ethyl hexylglycerin

Antimicrobial agent and skin conditioning agent that also acts as a mild preservative booster.

ETHYL HYDROXYHEPTYL KETONE

A synthetic ingredient that can act as a fragrance component.

Ethyl Hydroxypyrone

Antioxidant that helps protect skin from environmental damage.

ETHYL HYDROXYPYRONE

A synthetic ingredient that can act as a flavoring agent.

ETHYL ISOBUTYRATE

A flavoring agent, can contribute a fruity scent.

ethyl isostearate

An emollient that helps soften and smooth the skin.

Ethyl Isostearate

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

ETHYL JOJOBATE

An emollient ester derived from jojoba oil, providing skin softening.

Ethyl Laurate

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

ETHYL LAURATE

An emollient ester that softens and smooths the skin.

Ethyl Lauroyl Arginate Hcl

Preservative that helps protect the product from microbial contamination.

Ethyl Lauroyl Arginate HCl

Preservative that helps protect the product from microbial contamination.

Ethyl Lauryl Arginate HCI

Preservative that helps protect the product from microbial contamination.

Ethyl Linalool

Fragrance ingredient that adds scent to the product.

ethyl linoleate

An ester of linoleic acid, which can be an emollient and skin-conditioning agent.

Ethyl Linoleate

Emollient and fatty acid that can help condition the skin.

ETHYL LINOLEATE

An ester of linoleic acid, which can help condition the skin.

Ethyl Linolenate

Emollient and fatty acid that can help condition the skin.

ETHYL LINOLENATE

An ester of linolenic acid, which can help condition the skin.

Ethyl Macadamiate

Emollient derived from macadamia nut oil, providing skin softening.

ETHYL MACADAMIATE

An emollient ester derived from macadamia nut oil, providing skin softening.

Ethyl Macadamiate.

Emollient derived from macadamia nut oil, providing skin softening.

Ethyl Menthane Carboxamide

Cooling agent that provides a refreshing sensation on the skin.