✦ Ingredient Glossary

Ingredients starting with G

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Grapeseed (Vitis Vinifera) Oil°°

An emollient oil rich in antioxidants that helps to moisturize and protect the skin.

Grapeseed Extract

Extract from grapeseeds, rich in potent antioxidants that protect skin from free radical damage.

Grapeseed Oil

An emollient oil rich in antioxidants that helps to moisturize and protect the skin.

Graphene

A novel material with potential applications in skincare, but its benefits are still under research.

Graphene Oxide

A derivative of graphene, its use in skincare is experimental and requires more research.

gras

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

Grasa De Cerdo

Pork fat, used as an emollient, but can be comedogenic for some.

Grasa láctea

Milk fat, used as an emollient to soften and moisturize the skin.

Grass-Fed Beef Tallow^

An emollient derived from animal fat, known for its moisturizing and barrier-repairing properties.

GRATELOUPIA LIVIDA POWDER

A type of red algae, potentially providing hydrating and antioxidant benefits.

Grèce)

Likely refers to Greece, not a skincare ingredient.

Green #3 (Ci 42053)

A synthetic colorant used to give products a green hue.

green 201

Provides color to the product.

Green 3

A synthetic colorant used to give products a green hue.

Green 3 (CI 42053)

A synthetic colorant used to give products a green hue.

Green 3 (CI 42053). Blue 1(CI 42090)

A blend of synthetic colorants used to give products a specific hue.

Green 3 (CI42053)

A synthetic colorant used to give products a green hue.

Green 5

A synthetic colorant used to give products a green hue.

Green 5 (C 61570)

A synthetic colorant used to give products a green hue.

Green 5 (Ci 61570)

A synthetic colorant used to give products a green hue.

Green 5 (CI 61570)

A synthetic colorant used to give products a green hue.

Green 5 (CI 61570).

A synthetic colorant used to give products a green hue.

Green 5 (CI61570)

A synthetic colorant used to give products a green hue.

Green 5 (CI61570)]

A synthetic colorant used to give products a green hue.

Green 6 (Ci 61565)

A synthetic colorant used to give products a green hue.

Green 6 (CI 61565)

A synthetic colorant used to give products a green hue.

Green 6 (CI 61565).

A synthetic colorant used to give products a green hue.

Green 6 (CI61565)

A synthetic colorant used to give products a green hue.

Green 6(C161565)

A synthetic colorant used to give products a green hue.

Green 6(Ci 61565)

A synthetic colorant used to give products a green hue.

Green Award Winner

This is a marketing term and not a specific ingredient.

Green Baby Lima Beans

This is a food ingredient and not typically used in skincare.

GREEN BEANS

Green bean extract, may offer some antioxidant properties.

green beans-cut

May contain vitamins and antioxidants.

GREEN CABBAGE

Green cabbage extract, may offer some antioxidant and vitamin C benefits.

Green chile peppers

Contains capsaicin, which can have warming and potentially irritating effects; not typically used in skincare.

Green Coffee Extract

Extract from green coffee beans, rich in antioxidants that can help protect skin.

Green Coffee Extract (Coffea Arabica) Bean

Extract from green coffee beans, rich in antioxidants that can help protect skin.

green olives

Contains antioxidants and fatty acids, can moisturize and protect the skin.

Green olives

Contains antioxidants and fatty acids that can moisturize and protect the skin.

Green Olives (46%)

Olive extract can provide antioxidant and emollient properties.

Green Pea Hydrolyzed Protein

A source of amino acids that can help condition and strengthen the skin.

green peas

May contain vitamins and antioxidants.

Green Tea

Green tea extract is rich in antioxidants that protect skin from environmental damage.

Green Tea (Camellia Oleifera) Seed Oil

An emollient oil rich in antioxidants that helps to moisturize and protect the skin.

Green Tea (Camellia Oleifera) Seed Oil°

An emollient oil rich in antioxidants that helps to moisturize and protect the skin.

Green Tea (Camellia Sinensis) Extract

Extract from green tea leaves, rich in antioxidants that protect skin from environmental damage.

Green Tea (Camellia Sinensis) Leaf Extract

Extract from green tea leaves, rich in antioxidants that protect skin from environmental damage.

Green Tea (Camellia Sinensis) Leaf Extract°

Extract from green tea leaves, rich in antioxidants that protect skin from environmental damage.

Green Tea (Camellia Sinensis) Leaves

Contains antioxidants that can help protect the skin from damage.

Green Tea Extract

Extract from green tea leaves, rich in antioxidants that protect skin from environmental damage.

Green Tea Extracts

Extracts from green tea leaves, rich in antioxidants that protect skin from environmental damage.

Green Tea Fragrance.

A synthetic or natural fragrance that provides a green tea scent, potentially irritating for sensitive skin.

Green Tea Leaf Extract

Extract from green tea leaves, rich in antioxidants that protect skin from environmental damage.

Green Tea Seed Oil

An emollient oil rich in antioxidants that helps to moisturize and protect the skin.

Green Tea Seed Oil°°

An emollient oil rich in antioxidants that helps to moisturize and protect the skin.

Green Tea Water

Aqueous base with potential antioxidant benefits from green tea compounds.

Green Tea]

Provides antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits to the skin.

Green) Essential Oil

Aromatic compound that can provide fragrance but may cause skin irritation or sensitization.

Grevillea Speciosa Flower Extract

Botanical extract that may offer antioxidant and soothing properties.

Grifola Frondosa (Maitake Mushroom) Extract

Mushroom extract with potential antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties.

Grifola Frondosa (Maitake Mushroom) Extract*

Mushroom extract with potential antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties.

GRIFOLA FRONDOSA EXTRACT

Maitake mushroom extract, known for potential antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties.

Grifola Frondosa Fruiting Body Extract

Mushroom extract with potential antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties.

Grindelia Camporum Extract

Plant extract that may have antioxidant and soothing properties.

Grindelia Humilis Extract

Plant extract that may have antioxidant and soothing properties.

Grindelia Robusta Extract

Plant extract that may have antioxidant and soothing properties.

Groene Manzanilla olijven

Spanish for green Manzanilla olives, which can provide antioxidants and fatty acids.

groene paprika

Contains vitamins and antioxidants.

groene thee-extract

Contains antioxidants that protect the skin from damage.

Groene thee*

Provides antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits to the skin.

groenepeperkorrel

May have antioxidant properties.

Groente (15% botersla

Vegetable ingredient, likely for texture or minor nutritional content; not a primary skincare active.

Groente (22% cherrytomaat

Vegetable ingredient, likely for texture or minor nutritional content; not a primary skincare active.

Groente (41% romaine

Vegetable ingredient, likely for texture or minor nutritional content; not a primary skincare active.

groenten 39

Contains various vegetable extracts which may offer antioxidant or soothing properties.

groenten 7

Contains various vegetable extracts which may offer antioxidant or soothing properties.

Groenten in wisselende verhoudingen 76

General term for vegetables in varying proportions, unlikely to be a significant skincare ingredient.

Ground Almonds

Exfoliant that can also provide emollient properties.

Ground coffee (50% Arabica

Exfoliant with potential antioxidant benefits from coffee compounds.

Ground coffee (80% Arabica

Exfoliant with potential antioxidant benefits from coffee compounds.

Ground Oatmeal

Gentle exfoliant and soothing agent with anti-inflammatory properties.

Grüne Oliven entsteint

German for pitted green olives, providing antioxidants and fatty acids.

Grüne Oliven mit Stein 44 %

German for green olives with pits, providing antioxidants and fatty acids.

Grüner Pfeffer (2 %)

Green pepper extract, may offer some antioxidant properties but can be irritating.

Grüner Tee*

Provides antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits to the skin.

Grünes Tomatenpuree

Green tomato puree, offering antioxidant properties.

Guaiacum Officinale (Guaiac) Wood Oil

Wood oil with potential anti-inflammatory properties, but can be sensitizing.

guaiacwood

Guaiacwood oil can have fragrance properties and potential antioxidant benefits.

Guaiazulene

A derivative of chamomile, known for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.

GUAIAZULENE

A derivative of chamomile, known for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.

Guaiazulene (100 Ppm)

A derivative of chamomile, known for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties, at a specific concentration.

Guaiazulene.

A derivative of chamomile, known for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.

Guaiazulene(10Ppm)

A derivative of chamomile, known for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties, at a specific concentration.

GUAIENE

A sesquiterpene, may have some fragrance or potential skin benefits, but less common.

GUANAJUATO

This appears to be a geographical location, not a skincare ingredient.

GUANAZOLE

A chemical compound, its specific skincare function is unclear without more context.

Guanidine Carbonate

Used in hair straightening products to break disulfide bonds; not typically for skincare.

GUANIDINE CARBONATE

Used as a pH adjuster or in hair straightening products.

GUANIDINE CARBONATE/HDI ISOCYANURATE TRIMER/MDI CROSSPOLYMER

A complex polymer, likely used as a film-former or texturizer.

GUANIDINE HCL

Used as a denaturant or in hair care for its conditioning properties.

GUANIDINE PHOSPHATE

May be used as a pH adjuster or in specific formulations.

Guanidinopentyl Phenylisoxazolecarboxamide

A synthetic peptide with potential skin conditioning properties.

Guanine

A natural pigment that can give a pearlescent effect to products.

GUANINE

A purine base, found in fish scales, used for pearlescent effect.

Guanosine

A nucleoside that may have antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties.

GUANOSINE

A nucleoside, may have antioxidant or skin-conditioning properties.

Guar

A plant-derived gum used as a thickener and stabilizer.

Guar Chloride

Likely a misspelling or incomplete name for a guar derivative used as a conditioning agent.

guar gum

A thickening agent that helps improve product texture and consistency.

Guar gum

A plant-derived gum used as a thickener and stabilizer.

Guar Gum

A plant-derived gum used as a thickener and stabilizer.

GUAR GUM

A natural polysaccharide used as a thickener and stabilizer in formulations.

Guar Gum)

A plant-derived gum used as a thickener and stabilizer.

Guar Hydroxy propyltrimonium Chloride

A cationic conditioning agent derived from guar gum, used to improve hair and skin feel.

Guar Hydroxypropyl trimonium Chloride

A cationic conditioning agent derived from guar gum, used to improve hair and skin feel.

Guar Hydroxypropyl Trimonium Chloride

A cationic conditioning agent derived from guar gum, used to improve hair and skin feel.

Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium

A cationic conditioning agent derived from guar gum, used to improve hair and skin feel.

Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride

A cationic conditioning agent derived from guar gum, used to improve hair and skin feel.

GUAR HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE

A conditioning agent and thickener derived from guar gum.

Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride*

A cationic conditioning agent derived from guar gum, used to improve hair and skin feel.

Guar Hydroxyproyltrimonium Chloride

A cationic conditioning agent derived from guar gum, used to improve hair and skin feel.

Guarana (Paullinia Cupana) Extract

Botanical extract containing caffeine, which can have stimulating and antioxidant effects.

Guarkemmehl

German for guar gum, used as a thickener and stabilizer.

Guarkemmen). Antioxidationsmittel Calcium-Dinatrium-EDTA

Guar gum used as a thickener, with Calcium Disodium EDTA as a chelating agent.

Guarkernmehl

German for guar kernel meal, a source of guar gum used as a thickener.

Guarkernmehl; natürliche Vanillearomen

Guar kernel meal as a thickener, with natural vanilla flavoring.

Guarkernmehl; Säuerungsmittel Citronensäure

Guar kernel meal as a thickener, with citric acid as a pH adjuster.

Guarkernmehl)

German for guar kernel meal, a source of guar gum used as a thickener.

GUAVA

Guava extract, rich in Vitamin C and antioxidants, offering brightening and protective benefits.

Guava (Psidium Guajava) Fruit Extract°°

Fruit extract rich in vitamins and antioxidants, offering skin-brightening and protective benefits.

Guava Leaf Oil (3

Oil from guava leaves, potentially offering antioxidant and antimicrobial properties.

GUAVA PULP 15%

Guava pulp, providing vitamins and antioxidants for skin nourishment.

Guava Puree

Pureed guava fruit, providing vitamins, antioxidants, and potential skin benefits.

Guava Seed Oil (3

Oil from guava seeds, rich in fatty acids and antioxidants.

guave 6

Guava extract can provide antioxidants and vitamin C.

Guisantes verdes (68%)

Spanish for green peas, containing vitamins and antioxidants.

gulerod

Carrot extract can offer antioxidants and vitamins.

Gum

General term for a thickening or stabilizing agent, often plant-derived.

Gum Arabic

A natural gum used as a thickener, emulsifier, and film-former.

gum base

Typically used in chewing gum, not a common skincare ingredient.

GUM-1

Likely a type of gum (e.g., Xanthan Gum), used as a thickener or stabilizer.

guma gellan

A gelling agent used to thicken and stabilize formulations.

Gunjo

Japanese for indigo, a natural colorant.

gunjou

A mineral pigment, often used for color in cosmetics.

Gurke

German for cucumber, known for its hydrating and soothing properties.

gurkemeje

Turmeric extract has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Gurken

German for cucumbers, known for their hydrating and soothing properties.

Gurken (5 %)

Cucumber extract, known for its hydrating and soothing properties.

Gylcerin

A humectant that draws moisture into the skin.

Gylcol Distearate

Emollient and emulsifier that gives products a pearlescent sheen and creamy texture.

Gymnema Sylvestre Leaf Extract

Extract with potential antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties.

Gymnema Sylvestre Leaf Powder

Powdered form of Gymnema Sylvestre, used for its potential skin-conditioning properties.

Gynostemma Pentaphyllum

Plant extract known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Gynostemma Pentaphyllum (Jiaogulan) Leaf/​Stem Extract

Extract from Jiaogulan plant, valued for its antioxidant and skin-calming benefits.

Gynostemma Pentaphyllum Extract

Extract from the Jiaogulan plant, offering antioxidant and potential anti-aging benefits.

Gynostemma Pentaphyllum Leaf Extract

Leaf extract from the Jiaogulan plant, known for its antioxidant and soothing properties.

Gynostemma Pentaphyllum Leaf/Stem Extract

Extract from the leaves and stems of the Jiaogulan plant, providing antioxidant benefits.

Gynostemma Pentaphyllum Leaf/​Stem Extract

Extract from the leaves and stems of the Jiaogulan plant, providing antioxidant benefits.

Gypsophila Paniculata Root Extract

Root extract that can act as a surfactant or cleansing agent.