✦ Ingredient Glossary

Ingredients starting with P

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Pongamia (karanja) Seed Oil

An emollient oil with potential antioxidant and antimicrobial properties.

Pongamia Glabra (Karanja) Seed Oil

An emollient oil with potential antioxidant and antimicrobial properties.

Pongamia Glabra (Pongam) seed oil

An emollient oil with potential antioxidant and antimicrobial properties.

Pongamia Glabra Oil (Karanja Oil)

An emollient oil with potential antioxidant and antimicrobial properties.

Pongamia Glabra Seed Oil

An emollient oil with potential antioxidant and antimicrobial properties.

PONGAMIA GLABRA SEED OIL

A plant-derived oil with potential antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties.

Pongamia Pinnata Seed Extract

A botanical extract with potential antioxidant and soothing properties.

Pongamol

A compound found in Pongamia oil, known for its antioxidant properties.

POO.M.LOPEZ

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

Poppy (Papaver Somniferum) Seed Oil°°°

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

Populus Tremuloides (Aspen Bark) Extract

A botanical extract with potential soothing and antioxidant properties.

Populus Tremuloides (Aspen) Bark Extract

A botanical extract with potential soothing and antioxidant properties.

Populus Tremuloides Bark Extract

A botanical extract with potential soothing and antioxidant properties.

Populus Tremuloids Bark Extract

A botanical extract with potential soothing and antioxidant properties.

Poria Cocos Extract

A mushroom extract known for its soothing and antioxidant properties.

PORIA COCOS EXTRACT

A mushroom extract known for its soothing and hydrating properties.

Poria Cocos Polysaccharide

A polysaccharide from Poria Cocos mushroom, known for its hydrating and soothing properties.

Poria Cocos Root Extract

A mushroom extract known for its soothing and antioxidant properties.

Poria Cocos Sclerotium Extract

A mushroom extract known for its soothing and antioxidant properties.

Poria Cocossclerotium Extract

A mushroom extract known for its soothing and antioxidant properties.

Porphyra 334

Likely a type of algae extract, potentially offering antioxidant benefits.

PORPHYRA 334 OLIGOPEPTIDE-180

A peptide derived from algae, potentially offering skin-conditioning benefits.

Porphyra Tenera Extract (Hydrolysed Marine Collagen)

A marine extract that may provide hydration and skin-conditioning benefits.

Porphyra Umbilicalis (Red Algae) Extract

A red algae extract rich in antioxidants and minerals that can help protect and condition the skin.

Porphyra Umbilicalis Extract

A red algae extract rich in antioxidants and minerals that can help protect and condition the skin.

Porphyra Umbilicalis Extract (Nori)

A red algae extract rich in antioxidants and minerals that can help protect and condition the skin.

Porphyra Yezoensis (Algae) Extract

Extract from red algae that can offer antioxidant and skin-conditioning benefits.

Porphyra Yezoensis (Red Algae) Extract

Extract from red algae that can offer antioxidant and skin-conditioning benefits.

Porphyra yezoensis extract

Extract from red algae that can offer antioxidant and skin-conditioning benefits.

Porphyra Yezoensis Extract

Extract from red algae that can offer antioxidant and skin-conditioning benefits.

PORPHYRA YEZOENSIS POWDER

A red algae powder that may provide antioxidant and skin-conditioning benefits.

Porphyridium Cruentum Extract

Extract from red algae known for its moisturizing and antioxidant properties.

Porphyridium Polysaccharide

A polysaccharide derived from red algae, known for its hydrating and film-forming properties.

Porphyridium Polysaccharide.

A polysaccharide derived from red algae, known for its hydrating and film-forming properties.

Porphyridium Purpureum Extract

Extract from red algae that can provide antioxidant and skin-conditioning benefits.

Porphyridium/Zinc Ferment

A fermented ingredient containing red algae and zinc, potentially offering antioxidant and soothing benefits.

PORPHYRIDIUM/ZINC FERMENT

A fermented ingredient containing algae and zinc, potentially offering antioxidant and soothing benefits.

Porpyra Umbilicalis Extract

Extract from a type of red algae, known for its antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties.

Porree

This is the French word for leek, likely used as a botanical extract with potential antioxidant properties.

Porree 0

Likely an incomplete or erroneous ingredient name, possibly related to leek extract.

Porree)

Likely an incomplete or erroneous ingredient name, possibly related to leek extract.

Porto 1%

Likely refers to Port wine, which contains alcohol and antioxidants, but its use in skincare at this concentration is unclear and potentially irritating.

Porto et/ou Armagnac

These are alcoholic beverages, and their inclusion in skincare could be for preservation or as a solvent, but the alcohol content may be drying or irritating.

Portulaca Grandiflora Extract

Extract from a flowering plant known for its soothing, antioxidant, and moisturizing properties.

Portulaca Oleracea (Green Purslane) Extract

Extract from purslane, rich in antioxidants and fatty acids, known for its soothing and anti-inflammatory benefits.

PORTULACA OLERACEA (GREEN PURSLANE) EXTRACT

An extract known for its soothing, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties.

Portulaca Oleracea (Purslane) Extract

Extract from purslane, rich in antioxidants and fatty acids, known for its soothing and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Portulaca Oleracea Extract

Extract from purslane, rich in antioxidants and fatty acids, known for its soothing and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Portulaca Oleracea Whole Plant Extract

Extract from the entire purslane plant, offering antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and moisturizing benefits.

Portulaca Pilosa Extract

Extract from a type of purslane, known for its skin-conditioning and potential anti-aging properties.

Portulaca Pilosa Extract**

Extract from a type of purslane, known for its skin-conditioning and potential anti-aging properties.

Postbiotics V133

Beneficial compounds derived from microbial fermentation, which can help support the skin barrier and microbiome.

Postfach 27 03 51

This appears to be a postal address and not a skincare ingredient.

postoks 255

Unknown ingredient, likely a trade name or specific chemical compound.

Pot Marigold Extract

Extract from calendula flowers, known for its soothing, anti-inflammatory, and wound-healing properties.

Potash (Plantain Skins

Potash is a form of potassium carbonate, which can be used as a pH adjuster, but its source from plantain skins is unusual for skincare.

POTASIUM SORBATE

A preservative used to prevent the growth of mold, yeast, and bacteria.

potasse

Refers to potassium compounds, often used for pH adjustment or as a mineral.

potassium

A mineral that plays a role in skin hydration and barrier function.

Potassium

An essential mineral and electrolyte that plays a role in maintaining skin hydration and barrier function.

Potassium (As Potassium Gluconate) 141 Mg (3% DV).

Potassium gluconate is a mineral salt that can act as a skin conditioner and humectant.

Potassium Abietoyl Hydrolyzed Collagen

A derivative of collagen that may help with skin conditioning and hydration.

Potassium Acesulfame. Aroma

Acesulfame potassium is an artificial sweetener, and 'Aroma' indicates fragrance; neither are primary skincare ingredients.

Potassium Acrylates Copolymer

A polymer used as a film-former and thickener in cosmetic formulations.

Potassium Acrylates/​C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

A thickening agent and emulsion stabilizer used to improve product texture and consistency.

Potassium Alginate

A salt derived from alginic acid (from seaweed), used as a thickening and gelling agent.

Potassium Alum

A mineral salt often used as a deodorant or astringent, can have antimicrobial properties.

Potassium Alum (Natural Mineral Salts)

A mineral salt often used as a deodorant or astringent, can have antimicrobial properties.

Potassium Arachidate

A salt of arachidic acid, potentially used as an emulsifier or surfactant.

POTASSIUM ASCORBATE

A salt form of Vitamin C, offering antioxidant benefits and skin brightening.

Potassium Ascorbyl Tocopheryl Phosphate

A stable derivative of Vitamin C and Vitamin E, offering antioxidant and skin-brightening benefits.

POTASSIUM ASCORBYL TOCOPHERYL PHOSPHATE

A stable derivative of Vitamin C and E, providing antioxidant and skin-brightening benefits.

POTASSIUM ASCORBYLBORATE

A stable derivative of Vitamin C, offering antioxidant and skin-brightening benefits.

Potassium Aspartate

An amino acid salt that can act as a skin conditioner and humectant.

Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate

A derivative of azelaic acid, known for its potential to help with redness, oil control, and brightening.

POTASSIUM AZELOYL DIGLYCINATE

A derivative of azelaic acid, known for its anti-inflammatory, brightening, and sebum-regulating properties.

POTASSIUM BEHENATE

A salt used as a thickening agent or emulsifier in cosmetic formulations.

POTASSIUM BEHENOYL HYDROLYZED RICE PROTEIN

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

POTASSIUM BEHENOYL HYDROXYPROLINE

A derivative that may help improve skin's firmness and elasticity.

Potassium Benzoate

A salt of benzoic acid, commonly used as a preservative to prevent microbial growth.

POTASSIUM BENZOATE

A preservative used to inhibit the growth of microorganisms in cosmetic products.

Potassium Benzoate.

A salt of benzoic acid, commonly used as a preservative to prevent microbial growth.

Potassium Bicarbonate

Used as a pH adjuster to make formulations less acidic.

Potassium Bitartrate

A salt of tartaric acid, sometimes used as a pH adjuster or buffering agent.

POTASSIUM BORAGEATE

A salt derived from borage oil, potentially offering skin-conditioning benefits.

POTASSIUM BORATE

A salt used in some formulations, but generally not a primary skincare ingredient.

POTASSIUM BROMATE

An oxidizing agent, not typically used in skincare due to safety concerns.

POTASSIUM BROMIDE

A salt, not commonly used in skincare formulations.

POTASSIUM BUTYL ESTER OF PVM/MA COPOLYMER

A film-forming agent used in hair styling products.

Potassium C11-15 Alkyl Phosphate

An emulsifier and surfactant used in cosmetic formulations.

Potassium C12-13 Alkyl Phosphate

An emulsifier and surfactant used in cosmetic formulations.

Potassium Caprate

A salt of caprylic acid, potentially used as an emulsifier or surfactant.

Potassium Caprylate/Caprate

Salts of caprylic and capric acids, used as emulsifiers and surfactants.

Potassium Carbomer

A neutralized form of carbomer, used as a thickening agent to create gel-like textures.

Potassium Carbonate

Used as a pH adjuster to increase the alkalinity of a formulation.

Potassium Caroate

This is likely a misspelling or an uncommon ingredient; it might refer to a salt of caroic acid, but its function is unclear.

POTASSIUM CARRAGEENAN

A seaweed-derived polysaccharide used as a thickener and emulsifier.

POTASSIUM CASEINATE

A protein derivative used as a conditioning agent or emulsifier.

Potassium Castorate

A salt derived from castor oil fatty acids, potentially used as an emulsifier or surfactant.

POTASSIUM CASTORATE

A salt derived from castor oil, used as a surfactant or emulsifier.

Potassium Cellulose Succinate

A derivative of cellulose, potentially used as a thickener or film-former.

POTASSIUM CELLULOSE SUCCINATE

A derivative of cellulose used as a thickener or stabilizer.

Potassium Cetyl Phosphat

An emulsifier and surfactant derived from cetyl alcohol and phosphoric acid.

Potassium cetyl phosphate

Emulsifier and surfactant.

Potassium Cetyl Phosphate

An emulsifier and surfactant derived from cetyl alcohol and phosphoric acid.

POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE

An emulsifier that helps to stabilize oil and water mixtures in formulations.

Potassium Cetyl Phosphate (Emulgator)

An emulsifier and surfactant derived from cetyl alcohol and phosphoric acid.

POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE PARFUM FRAGRANCE

A combination of an emulsifier and fragrance, which can be irritating.

POTASSIUM CHLORATE

A strong oxidizing agent, not suitable for cosmetic use.

potassium chloride

Used as a viscosity-controlling agent and electrolyte.

Potassium Chloride

A mineral salt used as a viscosity-controlling agent and electrolyte.

POTASSIUM CHLORIDE

A salt used to adjust viscosity or as an electrolyte.

Potassium Chloride.

A mineral salt used as a viscosity-controlling agent and electrolyte.

POTASSIUM CHLORIDE.

A salt used to adjust viscosity or as an electrolyte.

Potassium citrate

pH adjuster and chelating agent.

Potassium Citrate

A salt of citric acid, used as a buffering agent and chelator to adjust pH and stabilize formulations.

POTASSIUM CITRATE

Used as a buffering agent to adjust and maintain pH levels in formulations.

Potassium Citrate (Electrolyte)

A salt of citric acid, used as a buffering agent and chelator to adjust pH and stabilize formulations.

Potassium Citrate.

A salt of citric acid, used as a buffering agent and chelator to adjust pH and stabilize formulations.

Potassium Cocoate

A salt derived from coconut oil fatty acids, used as a surfactant and cleansing agent.

POTASSIUM COCOATE

A surfactant derived from coconut oil, used as a cleansing agent.

Potassium Cocoate (Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil)

A salt derived from coconut oil fatty acids, used as a surfactant and cleansing agent.

Potassium Cocoate**

A salt derived from coconut oil fatty acids, used as a surfactant and cleansing agent.

Potassium Cocoyl Glutamate

A mild surfactant derived from coconut oil and glutamic acid, known for its gentle cleansing properties.

Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate

A mild amino acid-based surfactant derived from coconut oil and glycine, offering gentle cleansing.

POTASSIUM COCOYL GLYCINATE

A mild amino acid-based surfactant used for gentle cleansing.

POTASSIUM COCOYL HYDROLYZED CASEIN

A hydrolyzed protein derived from casein, used for conditioning.

Potassium Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Collagen

A derivative of collagen and coconut fatty acids, acting as a mild surfactant and skin conditioner.

POTASSIUM COCOYL HYDROLYZED COLLAGEN

A hydrolyzed collagen derivative used for skin conditioning and hydration.

POTASSIUM COCOYL HYDROLYZED CORN PROTEIN

A hydrolyzed corn protein derivative used for hair and skin conditioning.

Potassium Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Keratin

A derivative of keratin and coconut fatty acids, acting as a mild surfactant and hair/skin conditioner.

POTASSIUM COCOYL HYDROLYZED KERATIN

A hydrolyzed keratin derivative used for strengthening and repairing hair and skin.

Potassium Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Oat Protein

A mild surfactant and skin conditioner derived from oat protein and coconut fatty acids.

POTASSIUM COCOYL HYDROLYZED OAT PROTEIN

A hydrolyzed oat protein derivative used for soothing and conditioning.

POTASSIUM COCOYL HYDROLYZED POTATO PROTEIN

A hydrolyzed potato protein derivative used for conditioning.

POTASSIUM COCOYL HYDROLYZED RICE PROTEIN

A hydrolyzed rice protein derivative used for conditioning and strengthening.

POTASSIUM COCOYL HYDROLYZED SILK

A hydrolyzed silk protein derivative used for smoothing and conditioning.

Potassium Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Soy Protein

A mild surfactant and skin conditioner derived from soy protein and coconut fatty acids.

POTASSIUM COCOYL HYDROLYZED SOY PROTEIN

A hydrolyzed soy protein derivative used for conditioning and moisturizing.

POTASSIUM COCOYL HYDROLYZED WHEAT PROTEIN

A surfactant that cleanses the skin and hair.

POTASSIUM COCOYL HYDROLYZED YEAST PROTEIN

A surfactant that cleanses the skin and hair.

POTASSIUM COCOYL PCA

A surfactant that cleanses the skin and hair.

POTASSIUM COCOYL PROLINE

A surfactant that cleanses the skin and hair.

Potassium Cocoyl Rice Amino Acids

A gentle surfactant derived from rice amino acids and coconut fatty acids, known for its mild cleansing.

POTASSIUM COCOYL TAURATE

A mild surfactant that cleanses the skin and hair.

POTASSIUM COCOYL/OLIVOYL HYDROLYZED RICE PROTEIN

A surfactant that cleanses the skin and hair.

POTASSIUM CORNATE

A surfactant derived from corn, used for cleansing.

POTASSIUM CUMENESULFONATE

A hydrotrope that helps to solubilize other ingredients.

POTASSIUM DECETH-4 PHOSPHATE

A surfactant and emulsifier used in cleansing formulations.

POTASSIUM DEXTRIN OCTENYLSUCCINATE

A film-former and stabilizer in cosmetic formulations.

Potassium Dimethicone PEG-7 Panthenyl Phosphate

A silicone derivative that can act as a conditioning agent and emulsifier.

POTASSIUM DIMETHICONE PEG-7 PHOSPHATE

An emulsifier and conditioning agent.

Potassium Dna

Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) in potassium salt form, potentially used for its skin-conditioning properties.

POTASSIUM DNA

A humectant that can help to moisturize the skin.

POTASSIUM DODECYLBENZENESULFONATE

A surfactant used for cleansing.

POTASSIUM EDTMP

A chelating agent that helps to stabilize formulations.

POTASSIUM ETHYL ESTER OF PVM/MA COPOLYMER

A film-former that provides hold in styling products.

POTASSIUM ETHYLHEXYL/ISOTRIDECETH-8 PHOSPHATE

An emulsifier and surfactant.

Potassium Etidronate

A chelating agent used to bind metal ions and stabilize formulations.

POTASSIUM FLUORIDE

Used in toothpaste for its anti-cavity properties.

POTASSIUM FLUOROSILICATE

Used in toothpaste for its anti-cavity properties.

POTASSIUM FRUCTOBORATE

A humectant and skin conditioning agent.

POTASSIUM GLUCOHEPTONATE

A humectant and skin conditioning agent.

Potassium Gluconate

A mineral salt that can act as a skin conditioner and humectant.

POTASSIUM GLUCONATE

A humectant and skin conditioning agent.

POTASSIUM GLUTATHIONE ISOMERIZED LINOLEATE

An antioxidant that helps protect skin from free radical damage.

POTASSIUM GLYCEROPHOSPHATE

A humectant and skin conditioning agent.

POTASSIUM GLYCOL SULFATE

A surfactant and emulsifier.

POTASSIUM GLYCYRRHETINATE

A soothing and anti-inflammatory agent derived from licorice root.

POTASSIUM GLYCYRRHIZINATE

A soothing and anti-inflammatory agent derived from licorice root.

POTASSIUM HEMPSEEDATE

A surfactant derived from hemp seed oil.

Potassium Hyaluronate

The potassium salt of hyaluronic acid, a powerful humectant that attracts and retains moisture in the skin.

Potassium Hyaluronate (0.04 Ppm)

The potassium salt of hyaluronic acid, a powerful humectant that attracts and retains moisture in the skin.

Potassium Hyaluronate (1 PPM)

The potassium salt of hyaluronic acid, a powerful humectant that attracts and retains moisture in the skin.

Potassium Hyaluronate (3 Ppm)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin.

Potassium Hyaluronate.

Humectant that draws moisture into skin.

POTASSIUM HYDROGENATED COCOATE

A surfactant derived from hydrogenated coconut oil.

Potassium Hydrologanium Dioxide

This appears to be a misspelling or a non-standard ingredient name; its function is unclear.

Potassium Hydrolyzed Polygamma-Glutamate

A peptide derivative that can help with skin hydration and conditioning.

potassium hydroxide

A strong base used to adjust the pH of cosmetic formulations.

Potassium Hydroxide

Used to adjust the pH of cosmetic formulations.

Potassium Hydroxide

pH adjuster.

POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE

A pH adjuster used to increase the alkalinity of formulations.

Potassium Hydroxide (Buffer

Used to adjust and stabilize the pH of cosmetic formulations.

Potassium Hydroxide (Stabilisator)

Used to adjust and stabilize the pH of cosmetic formulations.

Potassium Hydroxide Liquid (A)

Used to adjust the pH of cosmetic formulations.

Potassium Hydroxide**

Used to adjust the pH of cosmetic formulations.

POTASSIUM HYDROXYCITRATE

A humectant and skin conditioning agent.

Potassium Hydroxyde

Used to adjust the pH of cosmetic formulations.

Potassium iodide

Has limited use in cosmetics, potentially as a stabilizer.

Potassium Iodide

Rarely used in skincare, may have some antioxidant properties but not a primary skincare ingredient.

POTASSIUM IODIDE

A mineral salt with limited use in cosmetics, primarily for specific therapeutic applications.

potassium jojoba

Likely a salt derived from jojoba oil, potentially offering emollient properties.

potassium jojobate

A salt derived from jojoba oil, potentially acting as a surfactant or emollient.

Potassium Jojobate

Potassium salt of jojoba acid, potentially used as a surfactant or emulsifier.

POTASSIUM JOJOBATE

A surfactant derived from jojoba oil.

potassium lactate

A humectant that helps to moisturize the skin and can also act as an exfoliant.

Potassium Lactate

Humectant and pH adjuster that helps to hydrate and condition the skin.

Potassium Laurate

Anionic surfactant used for cleansing and foaming.

POTASSIUM LAURATE

A surfactant used for cleansing.