✦ Ingredient Glossary

Ingredients starting with S

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Sodium Cocoate Or Sodium Palm Kernelate

A blend of surfactants derived from coconut and palm kernel oils for cleansing.

Sodium Cocoate**

A surfactant derived from coconut oil, used for cleansing.

Sodium Cocoate/​Palm Kernelate

A blend of surfactants derived from coconut and palm kernel oils for cleansing.

Sodium Cocopolyglucose Tartrate

A mild surfactant and humectant that cleanses and moisturizes.

Sodium Cocoy) Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein

A conditioning agent derived from wheat protein that helps to strengthen and moisturize hair and skin.

Sodium Cocoyl

A component of surfactants derived from coconut fatty acids, used for cleansing.

Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate

A mild amino acid-based surfactant that gently cleanses the skin.

Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate (Coconut-derived)

A mild amino acid-based surfactant that gently cleanses the skin.

Sodium Cocoyl Alanine

A mild amino acid-based surfactant that gently cleanses the skin.

Sodium Cocoyl Amino Acids

Mild surfactants derived from amino acids that gently cleanse the skin.

Sodium Cocoyl Amino Acids.

Mild surfactants derived from amino acids that gently cleanse the skin.

Sodium Cocoyl Apple Amino Acids

Mild surfactants derived from apple amino acids that gently cleanse the skin.

Sodium Cocoyl Barley Amino Acids

Mild surfactants derived from barley amino acids that gently cleanse the skin.

Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate

A mild, amino acid-based surfactant that gently cleanses the skin.

SODIUM COCOYL GLUTAMATE

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

Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate

A mild amino acid-based surfactant that gently cleanses the skin.

SODIUM COCOYL HYDROLYZED COLLAGEN

A surfactant derived from hydrolyzed collagen, used for gentle cleansing and conditioning.

Sodium Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein

A conditioning agent derived from wheat protein that helps to strengthen and moisturize hair and skin.

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate

A mild, sulfate-free surfactant derived from coconut fatty acids, known for its gentle cleansing properties.

SODIUM COCOYL ISETHIONATE

A mild, sulfate-free surfactant derived from coconut oil, known for its gentle cleansing properties.

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate (Cleanser Derived From Plants)

A mild, sulfate-free surfactant derived from coconut fatty acids, known for its gentle cleansing properties.

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate (Coconut Cleanser)

A mild, sulfate-free surfactant derived from coconut fatty acids, known for its gentle cleansing properties.

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate (Coconut Origin)

A mild, sulfate-free surfactant derived from coconut fatty acids, known for its gentle cleansing properties.

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate (Coconut-derived)

A mild, sulfate-free surfactant derived from coconut fatty acids, known for its gentle cleansing properties.

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate (From Coconut)

A mild, sulfate-free surfactant derived from coconut fatty acids, known for its gentle cleansing properties.

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate*

A mild, sulfate-free surfactant derived from coconut fatty acids, known for its gentle cleansing properties.

Sodium Cocoyl lsethionate

A mild, sulfate-free surfactant derived from coconut fatty acids, known for its gentle cleansing properties.

Sodium Cocoyl Methyl Isethionate

A mild, sulfate-free surfactant derived from coconut fatty acids, known for its gentle cleansing properties.

Sodium Cocoyl Methyl Isethionate*

A mild, sulfate-free surfactant derived from coconut fatty acids, known for its gentle cleansing properties.

Sodium Cocoyl Sarcosinate

A mild surfactant that creates a lather and cleanses the skin.

Sodium Cocoyl Taurate

A mild surfactant derived from coconut and taurine, used for gentle cleansing.

Sodium Cocoyl Threoninate

A mild amino acid-based surfactant that gently cleanses the skin.

Sodium CocoylGlutamate

A mild, amino acid-based surfactant that gently cleanses the skin.

Sodium Cocoylisethionate

A mild, sulfate-free surfactant derived from coconut fatty acids, known for its gentle cleansing properties.

Sodium CocoylIsethionate

A mild, sulfate-free surfactant derived from coconut fatty acids, known for its gentle cleansing properties.

Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin

A colorant derived from chlorophyll, giving products a green hue.

Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin.

A colorant derived from chlorophyll, giving products a green hue.

Sodium Cottonseedamphoacetate

A mild surfactant derived from cottonseed, used for cleansing.

Sodium Dehydroacetate

A preservative used to prevent microbial growth in cosmetic products.

SODIUM DEHYDROACETATE

A preservative used to inhibit the growth of bacteria and fungi.

Sodium Dehydroacetate.

A preservative used to prevent microbial growth in cosmetic products.

Sodium Dehydrocetate

A preservative used to prevent microbial growth in cosmetic products.

SODIUM DELAPORFLEDES STEAROYL GLUTAMATE

This appears to be a misspelling or garbled ingredient name.

Sodium Deoxycholate

An emulsifier that helps to mix oil and water components in formulations.

Sodium Dextran Sulfate

A humectant that helps to attract and retain moisture in the skin.

Sodium Diethylenetriamine Pentamethylene Phosphonate

A chelating agent that helps to stabilize formulations by binding metal ions.

Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine

A mild surfactant and conditioning agent that cleanses and softens the skin.

SODIUM DIMYRISTOYL GLYCERYL ASCORBATE

A lipid-soluble derivative of Vitamin C with antioxidant properties.

Sodium Dna

A humectant that can help to hydrate and condition the skin.

Sodium DNA

A humectant that can help to hydrate and condition the skin.

SODIUM DNA

A component of nucleic acids, used for its potential skin-conditioning and antioxidant properties.

Sodium DNA (100ppb)

A humectant that can help to hydrate and condition the skin.

Sodium DNA.

A humectant that can help to hydrate and condition the skin.

SODIUM DNA/RNA

A combination of nucleic acid components with potential skin-conditioning and antioxidant benefits.

Sodium Dodecylbenzenesulfonate

A surfactant used for cleansing and creating lather, but can be drying for some.

Sodium Dodecylbenzenesulfonate.

A surfactant used for cleansing and creating lather, but can be drying for some.

Sodium Dodoxynol-40 Sulfate

A surfactant used for cleansing and creating lather.

Sodium DVB/Acrylates Copolymer

A film-forming agent that can provide texture and hold in cosmetic products.

sodium edta

A chelating agent that binds metal ions, improving product stability and efficacy.

SODIUM EDTMP

A chelating agent used to stabilize formulations by binding metal ions.

Sodium Erythorbate

An antioxidant that helps to protect the skin from free radical damage.

SODIUM ETHYLHEXYL SULFATE

A surfactant used for cleansing.

SODIUM ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERYL ASCORBATE

A multifunctional ingredient combining a humectant with a Vitamin C derivative for antioxidant and moisturizing benefits.

Sodium Ethylparaben

Preservative that prevents microbial growth in cosmetic products.

Sodium Ferrocyanide

Anti-caking agent used in some cosmetic products.

SODIUM FLU - ORIDE

This appears to be a misspelling of Sodium Fluoride.

sodium fluoride

Primarily used in toothpaste for cavity prevention; not typically a skincare ingredient.

Sodium Fluoride

Ingredient used in toothpaste for cavity prevention.

SODIUM FLUORIDE

Primarily used in toothpaste for cavity prevention; not typically a skincare ingredient.

Sodium Fluoride (0.243%)

Ingredient used in toothpaste for cavity prevention.

Sodium Fluoride 0.05%

Ingredient used in toothpaste for cavity prevention.

Sodium Fluoride.

Ingredient used in toothpaste for cavity prevention.

Sodium follonum (Multani Mitti)

Clay that absorbs excess oil and impurities from the skin.

Sodium Formate

Buffering agent and humectant in cosmetic formulations.

sodium fosfaat

Can be used as a pH adjuster or buffering agent in formulations.

Sodium Gluceptate

Chelating agent that binds metal ions, improving product stability.

sodium gluconate

A chelating agent that helps stabilize formulations and can also act as a humectant.

Sodium gluconate

Chelating agent that binds metal ions, improving product stability.

Sodium Gluconate

Chelating agent that binds metal ions, improving product stability.

SODIUM GLUCONATE

A chelating agent that helps stabilize formulations and improve product efficacy.

Sodium Gluconate (Preservative)

Chelating agent that also functions as a preservative.

Sodium Gluconate & Dehydroacetic Acid.

A combination of a chelating agent and a preservative to enhance product protection.

Sodium Gluconate.

Chelating agent that binds metal ions, improving product stability.

Sodium Glucuronate

Component of hyaluronic acid synthesis, may have skin conditioning properties.

sodium glutamate

Can function as a humectant and skin conditioning agent.

Sodium Glutamate

Amino acid derivative that can act as a humectant and skin conditioner.

Sodium Glycerophosphate

Mineral salt that can act as a buffering agent and skin conditioner.

Sodium Glycolate

Salt of glycolic acid, can be used as a pH adjuster or exfoliant.

Sodium Glycolate.

Salt of glycolic acid, can be used as a pH adjuster or exfoliant.

Sodium Grapeseedamphoacetate

Mild surfactant derived from grapeseed oil, used for cleansing.

Sodium Guaiazulene Sulfonate

Soothing and anti-inflammatory ingredient derived from chamomile.

SODIUM GUAIAZULENE SULFONATE

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

Sodium Heparin

Anticoagulant, not typically used in skincare for its primary function.

Sodium hexacyclonate (INN)

This ingredient is not commonly found in skincare and its purpose is unclear without further context.

Sodium Hexametaphosphate

Chelating agent used to improve product stability.

Sodium Hialuronate.

Humectant that draws moisture into skin (hyaluronic acid salt).

Sodium Hidroxide

pH adjuster used to increase the alkalinity of a formulation.

SODIUM HINOKITIOL

An antimicrobial and antioxidant agent derived from hinokitiol.

Sodium Hluoride

Typo for Sodium Fluoride, used in toothpaste for cavity prevention.

SODIUM HY - DROXIDE

Sodium Hydroxide is a strong alkali used to adjust pH.

Sodium Hy- Droxide

pH adjuster used to increase the alkalinity of a formulation.

Sodium Hyalluronate

Humectant that draws moisture into skin (hyaluronic acid salt).

Sodium Hyalu - ronate

Humectant that draws moisture into skin (hyaluronic acid salt).

sodium hyaluronate

A form of hyaluronic acid that attracts and retains moisture, hydrating the skin.

Sodium hyaluronate

Humectant that draws moisture into the skin.

Sodium Hyaluronate

Humectant that draws moisture into skin (hyaluronic acid salt).

SODIUM HYALURONATE

A form of hyaluronic acid that acts as a powerful humectant, drawing moisture into the skin.

Sodium Hyaluronate (1

Humectant that draws moisture into skin (hyaluronic acid salt), concentration specified.

Sodium Hyaluronate (1 Ppb)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin (hyaluronic acid salt), at a very low concentration.

Sodium Hyaluronate (1 PPM)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin (hyaluronic acid salt), at a low concentration.

Sodium Hyaluronate (1.0052Ppm)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin (hyaluronic acid salt), at a specific low concentration.

Sodium Hyaluronate (100Ppm)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin (hyaluronic acid salt), at a specified concentration.

Sodium Hyaluronate (150ppm)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin (hyaluronic acid salt), at a specified concentration.

Sodium Hyaluronate (200 Ppm)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin (hyaluronic acid salt), at a specified concentration.

Sodium Hyaluronate (2000Μg)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin (hyaluronic acid salt), specified in micrograms.

Sodium Hyaluronate (500 ppm)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin (hyaluronic acid salt), at a specified concentration.

Sodium Hyaluronate (8

Humectant that draws moisture into skin (hyaluronic acid salt), concentration specified.

Sodium Hyaluronate (Hialuronato de Sódio)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin (hyaluronic acid salt, in Spanish).

Sodium Hyaluronate (HLA)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin (hyaluronic acid salt), abbreviated.

Sodium Hyaluronate (Humectant) (In House) (0.1 %) (Act)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin, functioning as an active ingredient.

Sodium hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid)

Humectant that draws moisture into the skin.

Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin (hyaluronic acid salt).

Sodium Hyaluronate (L)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin (hyaluronic acid salt), possibly indicating a specific form.

Sodium Hyaluronate (Quattro Molecule)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin, referring to a specific molecular weight or form.

Sodium Hyaluronate (Skin-Conditioner)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin and conditions the skin.

Sodium Hyaluronate (Vegan Hyaluronic Acid)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin, derived from vegan sources.

Sodium Hyaluronate *

Humectant that draws moisture into skin (hyaluronic acid salt).

Sodium Hyaluronate /​ Hyaluronic Acid

Humectant that draws moisture into skin, listed as both salt and acid form.

SODIUM HYALURONATE BUTYLENE GLYCOL

A combination of a humectant (hyaluronic acid) and a solvent/moisturizer (butylene glycol).

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer

A polymer form of hyaluronic acid that provides hydration and skin conditioning.

SODIUM HYALURONATE CROSSPOLYMER

A cross-linked form of hyaluronic acid that provides long-lasting hydration and forms a protective film on the skin.

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer (0.001Ppm)

A polymer form of hyaluronic acid that provides hydration and skin conditioning, at a very low concentration.

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer (0.2 Ppm)

A polymer form of hyaluronic acid that provides hydration and skin conditioning, at a low concentration.

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer (0.8 PPM)

A polymer form of hyaluronic acid that provides hydration and skin conditioning, at a specified concentration.

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer (0.801Ppm)

A polymer form of hyaluronic acid that provides hydration and skin conditioning, at a specific low concentration.

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer (10ppm)

A polymer form of hyaluronic acid that provides hydration and skin conditioning, at a specified concentration.

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer (2

A polymer form of hyaluronic acid that provides hydration and skin conditioning, concentration specified.

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer (3 Ppm)

A polymer form of hyaluronic acid that provides hydration and skin conditioning, at a specified concentration.

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer (3.5Ppb)

A polymer form of hyaluronic acid that provides hydration and skin conditioning, at a very low concentration.

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer (50Ppm)

A polymer form of hyaluronic acid that provides hydration and skin conditioning, at a specified concentration.

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer-3

A specific type of cross-linked hyaluronic acid polymer for enhanced skin benefits.

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer.

A polymer form of hyaluronic acid that provides hydration and skin conditioning.

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer(2

A polymer form of hyaluronic acid that provides hydration and skin conditioning, concentration specified.

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer(2.2Ppm)

A polymer form of hyaluronic acid that provides hydration and skin conditioning, at a specified concentration.

Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer(26Ppm)

A polymer form of hyaluronic acid that provides hydration and skin conditioning, at a specified concentration.

Sodium Hyaluronate Dimethylsilanol

A modified form of hyaluronic acid that may offer enhanced skin penetration and hydration.

Sodium Hyaluronate Dimethylsilanol (0.5 PPM)

A modified form of hyaluronic acid at a low concentration, offering hydration and skin conditioning.

Sodium Hyaluronate Gossypium Herbaceum (Cotton) Seed Extract

Humectant that draws moisture into skin, combined with cotton seed extract for conditioning.

Sodium Hyaluronate Hmw

Humectant that draws moisture into skin (hyaluronic acid salt), indicating high molecular weight.

SODIUM HYALURONATE PETROLATUM

Sodium hyaluronate is a humectant that draws moisture into skin, while petrolatum is an emollient that forms a barrier to prevent water loss.

SODIUM HYALURONATE XANTHAN GUM

Sodium hyaluronate is a humectant that draws moisture into skin, and xanthan gum is a thickener that improves texture.

Sodium Hyaluronate.

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

Sodium Hyaluronate(10

Humectant that draws moisture into skin (hyaluronic acid salt), concentration specified.

Sodium Hyaluronate(100Ppm)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin (hyaluronic acid salt), at a specified concentration.

Sodium Hyaluronate(105

Humectant that draws moisture into skin (hyaluronic acid salt), concentration specified.

Sodium Hyaluronate(105.3Ppm)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin (hyaluronic acid salt), at a specific concentration.

Sodium Hyaluronate(1500Ppm)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

Sodium Hyaluronate(150Ppm)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

Sodium Hyaluronate(40Ppm)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

Sodium Hyaluronate(50Ppm)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

Sodium Hyaluronate(6

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

Sodium Hyaluronate(60PPM)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

Sodium Hyaluronate(663Ppm)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

Sodium Hyaluronate(Hyaluronic Acid)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

Sodium Hyaluronate*

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

Sodium Hyaluronate****

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

Sodium Hyaluronic Acid

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

Sodium Hyaluronic Acid Ronate

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

Sodium Hyature - nate(500ppm)

Humectant that draws moisture into skin

SODIUM HYDROCUE CITRIC ACID

Sodium HydroCUE is likely a trade name for a sodium salt, and citric acid is an alpha hydroxy acid used for exfoliation and pH adjustment.

Sodium Hydrode Tetrasodium EDTA

Chelating agent that binds metal ions, improving product stability and efficacy

Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate

pH adjuster that helps balance the acidity or alkalinity of a product

SODIUM HYDROLYZED CASEIN

Hydrolyzed casein is a protein derivative that can help condition and moisturize the skin.

Sodium Hydrolyzed Potato Starch Dodecenylsuccinate

Absorbent that helps control oil and shine on the skin

Sodium Hydrosulfite

Reducing agent used in hair dyes and sometimes as a preservative

SODIUM HYDROSULFITE

Sodium hydrosulfite is a reducing agent, primarily used in industrial applications, and can be irritating in skincare.

Sodium Hydrox-ide

pH adjuster that helps balance the acidity or alkalinity of a product

sodium hydroxide

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

Sodium hydroxide

pH adjuster to make formulations less acidic.

Sodium Hydroxide

pH adjuster that helps balance the acidity or alkalinity of a product

SODIUM HYDROXIDE

Sodium hydroxide is a strong base used to adjust the pH of formulations.

Sodium Hydroxide (1310-73-2)

pH adjuster that helps balance the acidity or alkalinity of a product

Sodium Hydroxide (Buffer)

pH adjuster that helps balance the acidity or alkalinity of a product

Sodium Hydroxide (Conserveermiddel

pH adjuster that helps balance the acidity or alkalinity of a product

Sodium Hydroxide (Hidróxido de Sódio)

pH adjuster that helps balance the acidity or alkalinity of a product

Sodium Hydroxide (Hidróxido De Sódio)

pH adjuster that helps balance the acidity or alkalinity of a product

Sodium Hydroxide (Ph Insteller)

pH adjuster that helps balance the acidity or alkalinity of a product

SODIUM HYDROXIDE [PI02137].

Sodium hydroxide is a strong base used to adjust the pH of formulations.

Sodium Hydroxide Chlorphenesin

pH adjuster that helps balance the acidity or alkalinity of a product

Sodium Hydroxide Solution (10%)

pH adjuster that helps balance the acidity or alkalinity of a product

Sodium Hydroxide.

pH adjuster that helps balance the acidity or alkalinity of a product

Sodium Hydroxide. *Certified Organic Ingredients

pH adjuster that helps balance the acidity or alkalinity of a product

Sodium hydroxide. "A blend of natural ingredients.

pH adjuster to make formulations less acidic.

Sodium Hydroxide. Contient du fluorure de sodium (1450ppm).

pH adjuster that helps balance the acidity or alkalinity of a product

Sodium Hydroxide)

pH adjuster that helps balance the acidity or alkalinity of a product

Sodium Hydroxide^

pH adjuster that helps balance the acidity or alkalinity of a product

Sodium Hydroxyde

pH adjuster that helps balance the acidity or alkalinity of a product

Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate

Preservative that prevents microbial growth in products

Sodium Hydroxypropylsulfonate Laurylglucoside Crosspolymer

Surfactant that cleanses and creates foam

Sodium Hylauronate

Humectant that draws moisture into skin