✦ Ingredient Glossary

Ingredients starting with L

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Lauchzwiebeln.

Spring onion extract, which may offer some mild antioxidant or conditioning properties.

LAUDANOSINE

An alkaloid, not commonly used in skincare and its function is unclear.

Laueth-3

A non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier derived from lauryl alcohol, used to help mix oil and water.

Lauraldehyde

An aldehyde with a floral scent, primarily used as a fragrance ingredient.

Lauramide

A fatty acid amide, often used as a surfactant or foam booster.

Lauramide Dea

A fatty acid amide derived from diethanolamine, used as a surfactant and foam booster; can be a skin irritant.

Lauramide DEA

A fatty acid amide derived from diethanolamine, used as a surfactant and foam booster; can be a skin irritant.

Lauramide Dipa

A fatty acid amide derived from diisopropanolamine, used as a surfactant and foam booster.

Lauramide DIPA

A fatty acid amide derived from diisopropanolamine, used as a surfactant and foam booster.

Lauramide Mea

Surfactant that helps to clean and create lather.

Lauramide Mipa

Surfactant that helps to clean and create lather.

Lauramide MIPA

Surfactant that helps to clean and create lather.

Lauramide/Myristamide

Surfactant that helps to clean and create lather.

Lauramidopropyl Betaine

Amphoteric surfactant that cleanses and conditions.

LAURAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE

A mild amphoteric surfactant used as a foaming agent and conditioner.

Lauramidopropyl Betaine*

Amphoteric surfactant that cleanses and conditions.

Lauramidopropyl Dimethylamine

Conditioning agent that improves hair manageability.

Lauramidopropyl Hydroxysultaine

Mild amphoteric surfactant that cleanses and conditions.

LAURAMIDOPROPYL HYDROXYSULTAINE

A mild amphoteric surfactant used for its cleansing and conditioning properties.

Lauramine Oxide

Surfactant that provides foam and cleansing.

Laurate

Ester of lauric acid, can act as an emollient or emulsifier.

LAURDIMONIUM HYDROXYPROPYL HYDROLYZED COLLAGEN

A conditioning agent derived from hydrolyzed collagen, it helps to improve skin texture.

Laurdimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Keratin

Conditioning agent that strengthens and repairs hair.

Laurdimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein

Conditioning agent that strengthens and repairs hair.

Laurel

Refers to laurel leaf extract or oil, which can have antioxidant and antimicrobial properties.

laures-7

A polyethylene glycol ether of lauryl alcohol, used as an emulsifier or surfactant.

Laureth -6 Carboxylic Acid

Mild surfactant and emulsifier.

Laureth -7

Emulsifier and surfactant used to blend oil and water.

laureth 21

A polyethylene glycol ether of lauryl alcohol, used as an emulsifier or surfactant.

Laureth 4

Emulsifier and surfactant used to blend oil and water.

Laureth 4 Carboxylic Acid

Mild surfactant and emulsifier.

Laureth 7

Emulsifier and surfactant used to blend oil and water.

Laureth sodium sulphate

Cleansing agent that creates lather.

Laureth-­‐4 Carboxylic Acid

Mild surfactant and emulsifier.

Laureth-10

Emulsifier and surfactant used to blend oil and water.

Laureth-11

Emulsifier and surfactant used to blend oil and water.

Laureth-11 Carboxylic Acid

Mild surfactant and emulsifier.

Laureth-12

Emulsifier and surfactant used to blend oil and water.

Laureth-16

Emulsifier and surfactant used to blend oil and water.

Laureth-2

Emulsifier and surfactant used to blend oil and water.

LAURETH-2 ETHYLHEXANOATE

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

Laureth-20

Emulsifier and surfactant used to blend oil and water.

Laureth-21

Emulsifier and surfactant used to blend oil and water.

Laureth-211

Likely a typo for Laureth-21, an emulsifier and surfactant.

laureth-23

A polyethylene glycol ether of lauryl alcohol, used as an emulsifier or surfactant.

Laureth-23

Emulsifier and surfactant used to blend oil and water.

LAURETH-23

A non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier used to help mix oil and water.

Laureth-24

Emulsifier and surfactant used to blend oil and water.

Laureth-25

Emulsifier and surfactant used to blend oil and water.

Laureth-3

Emulsifier and surfactant used to blend oil and water.

Laureth-30

Emulsifier and surfactant used to blend oil and water.

laureth-4

A polyethylene glycol ether of lauryl alcohol, used as an emulsifier or surfactant.

Laureth-4

Emulsifier and surfactant used to blend oil and water.

Laureth-4 Carboxylic Acid

Mild surfactant and emulsifier.

LAURETH-4 CARBOXYLIC ACID. SODIUM LAURETH SULFATE

A combination of an emulsifier and a surfactant (SLS), which can be cleansing but potentially irritating.

Laureth-5

Emulsifier and surfactant used to blend oil and water.

Laureth-5 Carboxylic Acid

Mild surfactant and emulsifier.

Laureth-50

Emulsifier and surfactant used to blend oil and water.

Laureth-6 Carboxylic Acid

Mild surfactant and emulsifier.

laureth-7

Surfactant that helps to cleanse and emulsify ingredients.

Laureth-7

Emulsifier and surfactant used to blend oil and water.

LAURETH-7

A non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier used to help mix oil and water.

Laureth-7 Citrate

Mild surfactant and emulsifier.

Laureth-7)

Emulsifier and surfactant used to blend oil and water.

LAURETH-7)

A non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier used to help mix oil and water.

Laureth-8

Emulsifier and surfactant used to blend oil and water.

laureth-9

Surfactant and emulsifier used in skincare formulations.

Laureth-9

Emulsifier and surfactant used to blend oil and water.

LAURETH-9

A non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier, often used for its soothing properties.

Laureth­‐4 Carboxylic Acid

Mild surfactant and emulsifier.

lauric acid

Fatty acid that can act as an emollient and surfactant.

Lauric Acid

Fatty acid that can act as an emollient, surfactant, or emulsifier.

LAURIC ACID

A fatty acid that can act as an emollient and surfactant.

Lauric Acid*

Fatty acid that can act as an emollient, surfactant, or emulsifier.

LAURIC ACIO

Likely a misspelling of Lauric Acid, a fatty acid that can act as an emollient and surfactant.

Lauric/​Myristic/​Palmitic/​Stearic Glycerides

Emollients that soften and smooth the skin.

laurier

French for 'bay leaf', often used as a fragrance or extract.

Laurier.

Likely refers to Laurel Leaf Extract, which can have antioxidant and antimicrobial properties.

Laurimino Bispropanediol

Conditioning agent that improves hair texture and manageability.

LAURIMINO BISPROPANEDIOL

A conditioning agent that can help improve skin's moisture barrier.

Lauroamphocarboxyglycinate

Mild amphoteric surfactant that cleanses and conditions.

Lauroamphodiacetate

Mild amphoteric surfactant that cleanses and conditions.

Lauroyl Glutamate Di(Phytosteryl/​Octyldodecyl)

Emollient and skin-conditioning agent.

Lauroyl Hydrolyzed Collagen

Conditioning agent that can help improve skin hydration and elasticity.

LAUROYL HYDROLYZED COLLAGEN

A derivative of collagen that acts as a skin conditioner and emollient.

Lauroyl Lactylate Na

Emulsifier and skin-conditioning agent.

lauroyl lysine

Amino acid derivative used as a skin-conditioning agent and emollient.

Lauroyl lysine

Amino acid derivative that acts as a skin-conditioning and emollient agent.

Lauroyl Lysine

Amino acid derivative that acts as a skin-conditioning and emollient agent.

LAUROYL LYSINE

An amino acid derivative that acts as a skin-conditioning agent and emollient.

Lauroyl PG-Trimonium Chloride

Conditioning agent that improves hair manageability and reduces static.

Lauroyl Sarcosine

Surfactant and conditioning agent.

Lauroyl sh-Oligopeptide-33

A peptide that may help with skin barrier function and hydration.

Lauroyl/Myristoyl Methyl Glucamide

Mild, non-ionic surfactant that cleanses and conditions.

Lauroyl/​Myristoyl Methyl Glucamide

Mild, non-ionic surfactant that cleanses and conditions.

Lauroyl/Myristoyl Methyl Glucamide*

Mild, non-ionic surfactant that cleanses and conditions.

Lauroyl/​Myristoyl Methyl Glucamide*

Mild, non-ionic surfactant that cleanses and conditions.

LauroylLysine

Amino acid derivative that acts as a skin-conditioning and emollient agent.

Laurtrimonium Chloride

Antistatic agent and preservative.

Laurus Nobilis Leaf Extract

Antioxidant and antimicrobial extract from the bay laurel leaf.

Laurus Nobilis Leaf Oil (Bay Citral)

Essential oil from bay laurel leaf, can have fragrance and antimicrobial properties.

Laurus Nobilis Oil

Oil from the bay laurel plant, can have antioxidant and antimicrobial properties.

lauryl alcohol

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

Lauryl Alcohol

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

Lauryl Alcohol Diphosphonic Acid

Chelating agent that helps stabilize formulations.

Lauryl Alcohol Polyether-7

Non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier.

lauryl betaine

Mild surfactant and foam booster.

Lauryl Betaine

Amphoteric surfactant that cleanses and conditions.

Lauryl Betaine

Mild surfactant and foam booster that is gentle on the skin.

LAURYL BETAINE

A mild amphoteric surfactant used as a foaming agent and conditioner.

Lauryl Cocamide Mea

Surfactant that helps to clean and create lather.

Lauryl Diethylenediaminoglycine Hcl

Conditioning agent that improves hair manageability.

Lauryl Dimethicone

Silicone-based emollient that provides a smooth, non-greasy feel and improves spreadability.

Lauryl Dimethicone/​Polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer

Emulsifier and conditioning agent that helps blend oil and water phases and provides a smooth skin feel.

LAURYL ETHYLHEXANOATE

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

lauryl glucoside

Mild, plant-derived surfactant used for cleansing.

Lauryl Glucoside

Mild, plant-derived surfactant used for cleansing and foaming.

LAURYL GLUCOSIDE

A mild, plant-derived surfactant used for cleansing.

Lauryl Glucoside (From Plants)

Mild, plant-derived surfactant used for cleansing and foaming.

Lauryl Glucoside*

Mild, plant-derived surfactant used for cleansing and foaming.

Lauryl Hydroxysultaine

Mild amphoteric surfactant that provides gentle cleansing and foam boosting.

LAURYL HYDROXYSULTAINE

A mild amphoteric surfactant used for its cleansing and conditioning properties.

LAURYL ISOQUINOLINIUM BROMIDE

A quaternary ammonium compound, potentially used as a conditioning agent or preservative.

Lauryl Lactate

Emollient and skin-conditioning agent that helps to soften and smooth the skin.

Lauryl lactate C12-15

Emollient and skin-conditioning agent that helps to soften and smooth the skin.

Lauryl Lactate.

Emollient and skin-conditioning agent that helps to soften and smooth the skin.

Lauryl Lactate*

Emollient and skin-conditioning agent that helps to soften and smooth the skin.

Lauryl Lactyl Lactate

Emollient and skin-conditioning agent that provides a smooth feel.

lauryl laurate

Emollient ester that softens and smooths the skin.

Lauryl Laurate

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

LAURYL LAURATE

An emollient ester that softens and smooths the skin.

Lauryl Methacrylate/Glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer

Film-forming agent that creates a smooth texture and can improve product stability.

Lauryl Methacrylate/​Glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer

Film-forming agent that creates a smooth texture and can improve product stability.

Lauryl Methacrylate/Glycol DimethacrylateCrosspolymer

Film-forming agent that creates a smooth texture and can improve product stability.

Lauryl Methacrylate/Glycoldimethacrylate Crosspolymer

Film-forming agent that creates a smooth texture and can improve product stability.

Lauryl Methacrylate/​Na Methacrylate Crosspolymer

Film-forming agent that creates a smooth texture and can improve product stability.

Lauryl Methacrylate/​Sodium Methacrylate Crosspolymer

Film-forming agent that creates a smooth texture and can improve product stability.

Lauryl Methacrylate/​Sodium Methacrylate Crosspolymer 

Film-forming agent that creates a smooth texture and can improve product stability.

Lauryl Methyl Gluceth-10 Hydroxypropyldimonium Chloride

Conditioning agent that improves hair and skin feel.

Lauryl Olivate

Emollient derived from olive oil and lauryl alcohol, providing skin softening and smoothing.

Lauryl Pca

Skin conditioning agent that is a derivative of PCA, a component of the skin's natural moisturizing factor.

Lauryl PEG- 10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl Dimethicone

Silicone-based emulsifier and conditioning agent that improves texture and spreadability.

Lauryl PEG-10 (Trimethylsiloxy) Trissilylethyl Dimethicone

Silicone-based emulsifier and conditioning agent that improves texture and spreadability.

Lauryl Peg-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)Silylethyl Dimethicone

Silicone-based emulsifier and conditioning agent that improves texture and spreadability.

Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl Dimethicone

Silicone-based emulsifier and conditioning agent that improves texture and spreadability.

Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)Silylethyl Dimethicone

Silicone-based emulsifier and conditioning agent that improves texture and spreadability.

Lauryl PEG-10 Trissilylethyl Dimethicone

Silicone-based emulsifier and conditioning agent that improves texture and spreadability.

Lauryl PEG-8 Dimethicone

Silicone-based conditioning agent that provides a smooth feel and improves product texture.

Lauryl Peg-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone

Silicone-based conditioning agent that provides a smooth feel and improves product texture.

Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone

Silicone-based conditioning agent that provides a smooth feel and improves product texture.

Lauryl Peg/Ppg-18/18 Methicone

Silicone-based emulsifier and conditioning agent that helps blend ingredients and provides a smooth feel.

Lauryl PEG/PPG-18/18 Methicone

Silicone-based emulsifier and conditioning agent that helps blend ingredients and provides a smooth feel.

Lauryl PEG/​PPG-18/​18 Methicone

Silicone-based emulsifier and conditioning agent that helps blend ingredients and provides a smooth feel.

Lauryl PG-Dimonium Chloride

Conditioning agent and surfactant that can improve hair and skin feel.

Lauryl Phosphate

Surfactant and emulsifier that can help cleanse and stabilize formulations.

Lauryl Polyglucose

Mild, plant-derived surfactant used for cleansing and foaming.

Lauryl Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone

Emulsifier and conditioning agent that helps blend oil and water and provides a smooth skin feel.

Lauryl Pyrrolidone

Solvent and conditioning agent that can help improve skin hydration.

LAURYL SULTAINE

A mild amphoteric surfactant used for its cleansing and conditioning properties.

Lauryl/Myristyl Benzoate

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

Lauryl/Myristyl Polyricinoleate

Emollient and emulsifier that provides a smooth feel and helps blend ingredients.

Lauryl/​Myristyl Polyricinoleate

Emollient and emulsifier that provides a smooth feel and helps blend ingredients.

Laurylamine Dipropylenediamine

Corrosion inhibitor and pH adjuster.

Laurylpyridinium Chloride

Antimicrobial agent and surfactant.

Lava Powder

Exfoliant and absorbent, used for physical exfoliation and to absorb excess oil.

Lavandula Agustifolia (Lavander) Herb Oil

Aromatic oil with potential soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, but can be sensitizing.

Lavandula Angustifolia

Botanical extract known for its calming and soothing properties.

Lavandula Angustifolia (French Lavender)

Botanical extract known for its calming and soothing properties.

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavander) Flower Extract

Botanical extract known for its calming and soothing properties.

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavander) Oil

Aromatic oil with potential soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, but can be sensitizing.

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender Essential Oil)

Aromatic oil with potential soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, but can be sensitizing.

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender Oil)

Aromatic oil with potential soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, but can be sensitizing.

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender Population) Essential Oil**

Aromatic oil with potential soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, but can be sensitizing.

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender)

Botanical extract known for its calming and soothing properties.

LAVANDULA ANGUSTIFOLIA (LAVENDER)

Lavender plant, known for its soothing and aromatic properties.

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Essential Oil

Aromatic oil with potential soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, but can be sensitizing.

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Extract

Botanical extract known for its calming and soothing properties.

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Extract)

Botanical extract known for its calming and soothing properties.

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Extract*

Botanical extract known for its calming and soothing properties.

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Extract

Botanical extract known for its calming and soothing properties.

LAVANDULA ANGUSTIFOLIA (LAVENDER) FLOWER EXTRACT

Extract from lavender flowers, known for its soothing, calming, and antioxidant properties.

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Extract (9.56%)

Botanical extract known for its calming and soothing properties.

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Extract *

Botanical extract known for its calming and soothing properties.

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Extract*

Botanical extract known for its calming and soothing properties.

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Extract°

Botanical extract known for its calming and soothing properties.

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Oil

Aromatic oil with potential soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, but can be sensitizing.

LAVANDULA ANGUSTIFOLIA (LAVENDER) FLOWER OIL

Essential oil from lavender flowers, known for its soothing and aromatic properties, but can be irritating for some.

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Oil (Organic)

Aromatic oil with potential soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, but can be sensitizing.

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Oil (Мacлo Лaвaнды)

Aromatic oil with potential soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, but can be sensitizing.

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Oil*

Aromatic oil with potential soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, but can be sensitizing.

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Powder

Botanical ingredient used for its aromatic properties and potential skin benefits.

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Water

Hydrosol with soothing and calming properties for the skin.

LAVANDULA ANGUSTIFOLIA (LAVENDER) FLOWER WATER

Water infused with lavender flowers, offering mild soothing and aromatic benefits.

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower/Leaf Stem Extract

Botanical extract with potential soothing and antioxidant properties.

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract

Botanical extract with potential soothing and antioxidant properties.

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower/​Leaf/​Stem Extract

Botanical extract with potential soothing and antioxidant properties.

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower/​Leaf/​Stem Oil

Aromatic oil with potential soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, but can be sensitizing.

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Herb Oil

Aromatic oil with potential soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, but can be sensitizing.

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Leaf Powder

Botanical ingredient used for its aromatic properties and potential skin benefits.

Lavandula angustifolia (lavender) oil

A fragrant essential oil with potential soothing and antioxidant properties, but can be irritating.