✦ Ingredient Glossary

Ingredients starting with P

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Pentaerythrityl

A polyol used as a humectant and to improve texture.

Pentaerythrityl Adipate/Caprate/Caprylate/Heptanoate

An emollient ester that softens and smooths the skin.

Pentaerythrityl Adipate/​Caprate/​Caprylate/​Heptanoate

An emollient ester that softens and smooths the skin.

Pentaerythrityl Cyclohexane Dicarboxylate

An emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

Pentaerythrityl Distearate

An emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

Pentaerythrityl Hydrogenated Rosinate

An emollient and film-former that can help soften and smooth the skin.

Pentaerythrityl Rosinate

An emollient and film-former that can help soften and smooth the skin.

Pentaerythrityl Rosinates

An emollient and film-former that can help soften and smooth the skin.

Pentaerythrityl Stearate/​Caprate/​Caprylate/​Adipate

An emollient ester that softens and smooths the skin.

Pentaerythrityl Tetra - Di -T-Butyl Hydroxycinnamate

An antioxidant that protects the product from degradation by free radicals.

Pentaerythrityl Tetra (Di-tert-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate)

An antioxidant that protects the product from degradation by free radicals.

PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA C5-10 ACID ESTERS

Emollient esters that provide a smooth feel and help to moisturize the skin.

PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA C5-9 ACID ESTERS

Emollient esters that provide a smooth feel and help to moisturize the skin.

Pentaerythrityl Tetra- Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate

An antioxidant that protects the product from degradation by free radicals.

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di- T - Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate

An antioxidant that protects the product from degradation by free radicals.

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di- T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate

An antioxidant that protects the product from degradation by free radicals.

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T- Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate

An antioxidant that protects the product from degradation by free radicals.

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl

Antioxidant that protects the formula from degradation.

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxy-Hydrocinnamate

An antioxidant that protects the product from degradation by free radicals.

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-t-Butyl Hydroxycinnamate

Antioxidant that protects the formula from degradation.

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhdrocinnamate

An antioxidant that protects the product from degradation by free radicals.

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinanamate

Antioxidant that protects the formula from degradation.

Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate

Antioxidant that protects the formula from degradation.

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate

Antioxidant that protects the formula from degradation.

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate

Antioxidant that protects the formula from degradation.

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-t-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate

Antioxidant that protects the formula from degradation.

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate

An antioxidant that protects the product from degradation by free radicals.

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-DI-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate

An antioxidant that protects the product from degradation by free radicals.

PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE

Antioxidant that protects the product from degradation.

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate.

Antioxidant that protects the formula from degradation.

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate.

Antioxidant that protects the formula from degradation.

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-DI-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate.

An antioxidant that protects the product from degradation by free radicals.

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl-Hydroxyhydrocinnamate

Antioxidant that protects the formula from degradation.

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-tbutyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate

Antioxidant that protects the formula from degradation.

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Dibutyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate

Antioxidant that protects the formula from degradation.

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-dit- butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate

Antioxidant that protects the formula from degradation.

Pentaerythrityl Tetrabehenate

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

Pentaerythrityl Tetracaprylate/Tetracaprate

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

Pentaerythrityl Tetracaprylate/​Tetracaprate

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRACAPRYLATE/TETRACAPRATE

Emollient ester that provides a smooth feel and helps to moisturize the skin.

Pentaerythrityl Tetracocoate

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRACOCOATE

Emollient ester derived from coconut fatty acids, providing a smooth feel and hydration.

Pentaerythrityl Tetradi-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate

Antioxidant that protects the formula from degradation.

Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRAETHYLHEXANOATE

Emollient ester that provides a smooth feel and helps to moisturize the skin.

Pentaerythrityl Tetraisononanoate

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRAISOSTEARATE

Emollient ester that provides a smooth feel and helps to moisturize the skin.

Pentaerythrityl Tetralaurate

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

Pentaerythrityl tetramercaptopropionate

Antioxidant that protects the formula from degradation.

Pentaerythrityl Tetramercaptopropionate

Antioxidant that protects the formula from degradation.

Pentaerythrityl Tetramyristate

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

Pentaerythrityl Tetraoleate

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

Pentaerythrityl Tetrapelargonate

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

PENTAERYTHRITYL TRIACRYLATE

Cross-linking agent used in nail polishes and other film-forming applications.

Pentaerythrityl-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate

Antioxidant that protects the formula from degradation.

Pentaerythrityl. Tetraisostearate

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

Pentaerythrityltetraisostearate

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

PENTAFLUOROPROPANE

Propellant used in aerosol products.

Pentahydrosqualene

Emollient that softens and smooths the skin.

PENTAHYDROSQUALENE

Emollient and skin-conditioning agent, similar to squalane.

Pentaisostearoyl 3-Glyceryl Ascorbate

Antioxidant and skin brightening agent.

PENTAISOSTEAROYL 3-GLYCERYL ASCORBATE

A stable derivative of Vitamin C, acting as an antioxidant and brightening agent.

PENTAMETHYL OCTAHYDROINDENODIOXANE

Synthetic musk compound, primarily used for fragrance.

PENTAMETHYL PIPERIDINYL SESQUISEBACATE

Antioxidant that helps to protect the skin from free radical damage.

Pentane

Solvent used to dissolve other ingredients.

Pentanoic Acid

Can be used as a pH adjuster or emollient.

Pentapeptide-10

Peptide that may help improve skin elasticity and firmness.

pentapeptide-18

Peptide that may help reduce the appearance of expression lines.

Pentapeptide-18

Peptide that may help reduce the appearance of expression lines.

Pentapeptide-27

Peptide that may help improve skin barrier function and hydration.

Pentapeptide-28

Peptide that may help improve skin texture and reduce wrinkles.

Pentapeptide-3

Peptide that may help stimulate collagen production.

Pentapeptide-31

Peptide that may help improve skin hydration and reduce wrinkles.

Pentapeptide-34 Trifluoroacetate

Peptide that may help improve skin tone and texture.

PENTAPEPTIDE-34 TRIFLUOROACETATE

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

Pentapeptide-37

Peptide that may help improve skin hydration and reduce the appearance of wrinkles.

Pentapeptide-4

Peptide that may help improve skin firmness and elasticity.

Pentapeptide-43

Peptide that may help improve skin hydration and reduce wrinkles.

Pentapeptide-48

Peptide that may help improve skin regeneration and reduce wrinkles.

Pentapeptide-49

Peptide that may help reduce the appearance of wrinkles and improve skin texture.

Pentapeptide-50

Peptide that may help improve skin hydration and reduce wrinkles.

Pentapeptide-52

Peptide that may help improve skin barrier function and hydration.

Pentapeptide-59

Peptide that may help improve skin texture and reduce wrinkles.

Pentapeptide-84 Amide Acetate

Peptide that may help improve skin hydration and reduce wrinkles.

Pentapeptides

Peptides that may help improve skin elasticity, firmness, and reduce wrinkles.

Pentasiloxane

Emollient that provides a smooth, silky feel and can help spread other ingredients.

Pentasodium Aminotrimethylene Phosphonate

Chelating agent that binds to metal ions, improving product stability.

Pentasodium Ethylenediamine Tetramethylene Phosphonate

Chelating agent that binds to metal ions, improving product stability.

Pentasodium Pentetate

Chelating agent that binds to metal ions, improving product stability.

PENTASODIUM PENTETATE

Chelating agent that binds to metal ions, improving product stability.

Pentasodium Tetracarboxymethyl Dipeptide-51

Peptide that may help improve skin hydration and barrier function.

PENTASODIUM TETRACARBOXYMETHYL DIPEPTIDE-51

A peptide complex that may help to improve skin's texture and hydration.

Pentasodium Tetracarboxymethyl Heptadecanoyl Dipeptide-12

Peptide that may help improve skin hydration and barrier function.

PENTASODIUM TETRACARBOXYMETHYL HEPTADECANOYL DIPEPTIDE-12

A peptide complex that may help to improve skin's texture and hydration.

PENTASODIUM TETRACARBOXYMETHYL HEXANOYL DIPEPTIDE-12

A peptide complex that may help to improve skin's texture and hydration.

PENTASODIUM TETRACARBOXYMETHYL PALMITOYL DIPEPTIDE-12

A peptide complex that may help to improve skin's texture and hydration.

Pentasodium Triphosphate

Can be used as a buffering agent or chelating agent.

PENTASODIUM TRIPHOSPHATE

Chelating agent that binds to metal ions, improving product stability.

Pentavin

Trade name for a moisturizing ingredient, likely a blend of plant extracts and humectants.

Pentavitin

Trade name for a moisturizing ingredient, likely a blend of plant extracts and humectants.

Pentetic Acid

Chelating agent that binds to metal ions, improving product stability.

PENTETIC ACID

Chelating agent that binds to metal ions, improving product stability.

Penthorum Chinense Extract

Extract with potential antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

PENTHORUM CHINENSE EXTRACT

Plant extract, potentially offering antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

PENTHORUM CHINENSE SEED EXTRACT

Extract from Penthorum chinense seeds, potentially offering antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Penthylene Glycol

Humectant that draws moisture into skin and acts as a solvent.

Penti Glycol

Likely a misspelling of Pentylene Glycol, a humectant and solvent.

Pentyl Rhamnoside

A surfactant that can help cleanse and emulsify ingredients.

PENTYLCYCLOPROPYLMETHYLENE CYCLOPROPYLOCTANOIC ACID

A synthetic fatty acid derivative, likely used as an emollient or conditioning agent.

pentylene glycol

Humectant and preservative booster that helps hydrate skin.

Pentylene Glycol

Humectant that draws moisture into skin and acts as a solvent.

PENTYLENE GLYCOL

Humectant and solvent that helps to draw moisture into the skin and improve product texture.

Pentylene Glycol (Huidverzorger En Oplosmiddel)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin and acts as a solvent (Dutch for 'skin conditioner and solvent').

Pentylene Glycol (Stabilizer) (In House) (3 %) (Exc)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin and acts as a solvent, also used as a stabilizer.

PENTYLENE GLYCOL SALICYLIC ACID

A combination of a humectant and salicylic acid, potentially used for exfoliation and hydration.

Pentylene Glycol.

Humectant that draws moisture into skin and acts as a solvent.

Pentylene Glycol])

Humectant that draws moisture into skin and acts as a solvent.

Pentylene Glycol*

Humectant that draws moisture into skin and acts as a solvent.

Pentylene Glycol°

Humectant that draws moisture into skin and acts as a solvent.

Pentyleneglycol

Humectant that draws moisture into skin and acts as a solvent.

PentyleneGlyool

Likely a misspelling of Pentylene Glycol, a humectant and solvent.

pentylenr glycol

Humectant and preservative booster that helps hydrate skin.

Peonies Flower Extract

Extract from peony flowers, potentially offering antioxidant and soothing benefits.

peony extract

Botanical extract with potential antioxidant and soothing properties.

Peony Extract

Extract from peony flowers, potentially offering antioxidant and soothing benefits.

peper

Likely a misspelling or incomplete ingredient name, potentially referring to pepper or a related plant.

peperoni

Likely refers to bell pepper extract, which may have antioxidant properties.

pepino fresco

Cucumber extract, known for its hydrating and soothing properties.

pepper white

White pepper extract, may have antioxidant properties.

peppermint

Aromatic ingredient with potential skin-soothing properties.

Peppermint

Botanical ingredient with a cooling sensation and potential antimicrobial properties.

Peppermint (Mentha Arvensis) Oil

Essential oil providing a cooling sensation and fragrance, with potential antimicrobial benefits.

Peppermint (Mentha Piperita) Oil (0.15%)

Essential oil providing a cooling sensation and fragrance, with potential antimicrobial benefits.

Peppermint Essential Oil

Essential oil providing a cooling sensation and fragrance, with potential antimicrobial benefits.

Peppermint Halo - Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil

Essential oil providing a cooling sensation and fragrance, with potential antimicrobial benefits.

Peppermint Leaf Extract

Extract from peppermint leaves, offering potential soothing and antioxidant properties.

peppermint oil

Aromatic ingredient with potential skin-soothing properties, but can be irritating.

Peppermint Oil

Essential oil providing a cooling sensation and fragrance, with potential antimicrobial benefits.

Peppermint Oil (Mentha Piperita)

Essential oil providing a cooling sensation and fragrance, with potential antimicrobial benefits.

Peppermint Oil.

Essential oil providing a cooling sensation and fragrance, with potential antimicrobial benefits.

Peptide

Signaling molecules that can stimulate collagen production and improve skin firmness.

Peptide (1%) +

Signaling molecules that can stimulate collagen production and improve skin firmness.

Peptide (201.1Ppm)

Signaling molecules that can stimulate collagen production and improve skin firmness.

Peptides

Signaling molecules that can stimulate collagen production and improve skin firmness.

Peptone

Derived from proteins, can provide amino acids and peptides for skin conditioning.

perejil

Parsley extract, may have antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties.

Perenniporia Fraxinea Ferment Filtrate

A fermented extract from a mushroom, potentially offering antioxidant and moisturizing benefits.

Perenniporia Fraxinea Mycelium Extract

Extract from the mycelium of a mushroom, potentially offering antioxidant and moisturizing benefits.

PERENNIPORIA FRAXINEA MYCELIUM EXTRACT

Extract from mushroom mycelium, known for its potential antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties.

Pereskia Aculeata Callus Extract

Plant stem cell extract known for its antioxidant and skin-renewing properties.

perfectamente limpia

Spanish for 'perfectly clean', this is a descriptive phrase, not an ingredient.

Perfluorocaprylyl Bromide

A perfluorinated compound used for its unique texture and film-forming properties.

Perfluorocyclohexylmethanol

A perfluorinated compound used for its unique texture and film-forming properties.

Perfluorodecalin

A perfluorinated compound used to deliver oxygen to the skin and for its unique texture.

Perfluorodimethylcyclohexane

A perfluorinated compound used for its unique texture and film-forming properties.

Perfluorohexane

A perfluorinated compound used for its unique texture and film-forming properties.

PERFLUOROHEXYL ETHYLPHOSPHONIC ACID

Fluorinated compound, likely used for its unique surface properties or as a delivery agent.

Perfluorohexylethyl Dimethylbutyl Ether

A perfluorinated compound used for its unique texture and film-forming properties.

Perfluorohexylethyl Triethoxysilane

A perfluorinated compound used for its unique texture and film-forming properties.

Perfluoroisohexane

A perfluorinated compound used for its unique texture and film-forming properties.

Perfluoromethylcyclopentane

A perfluorinated compound used for its unique texture and film-forming properties.

Perfluorononyl Dimethicone

A silicone derivative with perfluorinated chains, providing a smooth feel and barrier.

Perfluorononylethyl Carboxy PEG-7 Dimethicone Phosphate

A perfluorinated emulsifier and conditioning agent.

Perfluorononylethyl Carboxydecyl Behenyl Dimethicone

A perfluorinated conditioning agent and emollient.

Perfluorononylethyl Carboxydecyl Hexacosyl Dimethicone

A perfluorinated conditioning agent and emollient.

PERFLUORONONYLETHYL CARBOXYDECYL HEXACOSYL DIMETHICONE

A silicone derivative with potential film-forming and emollient properties.

Perfluorononylethyl Carboxydecyl Lauryl Dimethicone

A perfluorinated conditioning agent and emollient.

Perfluorononylethyl Carboxydecyl Lauryl/Behenyl Dimethicone

A perfluorinated conditioning agent and emollient.

Perfluorononylethyl Carboxydecyl PEG-10 Dimethicone

A perfluorinated emulsifier and conditioning agent.

Perfluorononylethyl Carboxydecyl PEG-8 Dimethicone

A perfluorinated emulsifier and conditioning agent.

Perfluorononylethyl Dimethicone/Methicone Copolymer

A perfluorinated silicone copolymer providing a smooth feel and barrier.

Perfluorononylethyl PEG-8 Dimethicone

A perfluorinated emulsifier and conditioning agent.

Perfluorononylethyl Stearyl Dimethicone

A perfluorinated conditioning agent and emollient.

Perfluorooctyl Triethoxysilane

A perfluorinated compound used for its water and oil repellent properties.

Perfluorooctyltriethoxysilane

A perfluorinated compound used for its water and oil repellent properties.

Perfluoroperhydrophenanthrene

A perfluorinated compound used for its unique texture and film-forming properties.

Perfluoropolymethylisopropyl Ether

A perfluorinated compound used for its unique texture and film-forming properties.

Perfluoropropylene/​Vinylidene Difluoride Copolymer

A perfluorinated polymer used for its unique texture and film-forming properties.

Perfum

A general term for fragrance, which can cause irritation or allergic reactions.

Perfum (D-Limonene

A component of fragrance that can be a potential allergen and irritant.

perfume

Adds fragrance to the product, but can be a potential irritant.

Perfume

A general term for fragrance, which can cause irritation or allergic reactions.

PERFUME

Adds a pleasant scent to the product.

Perfume (1%)

Fragrance, which can cause irritation or allergic reactions.

Perfume (Fragrance)

Fragrance, which can cause irritation or allergic reactions.

Perfume / Fragrance.

Fragrance, which can cause irritation or allergic reactions.

Perfume.

Fragrance, which can cause irritation or allergic reactions.

PERFUME.

Adds a pleasant scent to the product.

Perfume(Fragrance)*

Fragrance, which can cause irritation or allergic reactions.

Perfume(Herrera)

Specific fragrance blend, which can cause irritation or allergic reactions.

Perfume(Organza)

Specific fragrance blend, which can cause irritation or allergic reactions.

PERIANDRA DULCIS ROOT EXTRACT

Plant extract that may offer antioxidant and soothing properties.

PERICHLAENA RICHARDII FLOWER EXTRACT

Plant extract with potential antioxidant and skin-conditioning benefits.

PERICHLAENA RICHARDII FLOWER/LEAF EXTRACT

Plant extract with potential antioxidant and skin-conditioning benefits.

PERICHLAENA RICHARDII LEAF EXTRACT

Plant extract with potential antioxidant and skin-conditioning benefits.

Perilla Extract

Extract from perilla leaves, known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

PERILLA FRUTESCENS CALLUS CULTURE EXTRACT

Plant extract derived from cell cultures, potentially offering antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.