✦ Ingredient Glossary

Ingredients starting with W

309 ingredients with safety ratings, purposes, and interaction warnings. Page 1 of 2.

W1W TLA 25 cl 5

Likely a product code or batch number, not a skincare ingredient.

Wacholderbeeren*

Juniper berries, may have astringent and antioxidant properties.

Wachsmaisstärke

Waxy corn starch, used as a thickener or texturizer.

Waldmeister*

Sweet woodruff, may have fragrance or mild skin-conditioning properties.

Walnüsse

Walnuts, can be used for their oil content or as a mild exfoliant.

Walnusskerne (10 %)

Walnut kernels, can be used as an exfoliant or source of oils.

Walnusskerne 10 %

Walnut kernels, can be used as an exfoliant or source of oils.

Walnut Beads

Ground walnut shells used as a physical exfoliant.

Walnut Oil

Oil extracted from walnuts, rich in fatty acids and antioxidants.

Walnut Shell Granules*

Ground walnut shells used as a physical exfoliant.

Walnut Shell Powder

Finely ground walnut shells used as a physical exfoliant.

Waltheria Indica (Waltheria) Leaf Extract

Extract from Waltheria Indica leaves, known for its antioxidant and soothing properties.

Waltheria Indica Leaf Extract

Extract from Waltheria Indica leaves, known for its antioxidant and soothing properties.

Wärmebehandelt

German for 'heat-treated', indicating a processing step, not an ingredient.

Wasabia Japonica (Wasabi) Root Extract

Extract from wasabi root, may have antioxidant and skin-brightening properties.

Wasabia Japonica Leaf Extract

Extract from wasabi leaves, may have antioxidant and skin-brightening properties.

Wasabia Japonica Root Extract

Extract from wasabi root, may have antioxidant and skin-brightening properties.

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Contact information, not a skincare ingredient.

Wasser

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Wasser 7%

Water, acting as a solvent and base in the formulation.

Wasser)

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

water

Acts as a solvent and base for most cosmetic formulations.

Water

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

WATER

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water - Purified

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water ((Aqua) Eau)

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water (3

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water (67.3%)

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water (7732-18-5)

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water (Acqua)

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water (Agua)

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

WATER (AND) PROPYLENE GLYCOL (AND) HONEY EXTRACT

A blend containing honey extract, known for its humectant and soothing properties.

Water (Aqua

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water (Aqua / Eau)

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water (Aqua /Eau)

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water (Aqua Eau)

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water (Aqua)

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

WATER (AQUA)

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water (Aqua) (Eau)

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water (Aqua).

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

WATER (AQUA). C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE

A combination of water and an emollient/solvent.

Water (Aqua)(Eau)

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water (Aqua)/​Eau

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water (Aqua/ Eau)

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water (aqua/eau)

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water (Aqua/Eau)

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water (Aqua/​Eau)

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water (as a protective ice glaze).

This description is unusual; typically water acts as a solvent or base.

Water (Avene Aqua)

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations, often with mineral properties.

Water (Avene Thermal Spring Water)

Acts as a solvent and base, providing soothing and mineral-rich properties.

Water (Avène Thermal Spring Water)

Acts as a solvent and base, providing soothing and mineral-rich properties.

Water (Avène Thermal Spring)

Acts as a solvent and base, providing soothing and mineral-rich properties.

Water (Eau

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water (eau)

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water (Eau)

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

WATER (EAU)

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water (eau).

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water (Purified Water)

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water (Purified)

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

WATER (THERMAL WATER)

Water sourced from thermal springs, often containing minerals beneficial for skin.

Water [Aqua]

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water / Aqua

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water / Aqua / Eau

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water /​ Aqua /​ Eau

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water / Aqua / Eua

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

water 5

Acts as a solvent and base for most cosmetic formulations.

Water 7

The number '7' is unclear in this context; water acts as a solvent.

WATER AND SALT

A simple mixture of water and salt, likely for basic formulation or preservation.

WATER AND SALT.

A simple mixture of water and salt, likely for basic formulation or preservation.

Water Aqua

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water Aqua -EAU

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water Aqua /​ Eau

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water Aqua- EAU

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water Aqua)

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water Caqua/ Eau)

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water Lily Extract

Botanical extract with potential antioxidant and soothing properties.

water sojaolie

Water acts as a solvent, soybean oil is an emollient.

Water Soluble Axerophthol

A water-soluble form of Vitamin A (retinol) that acts as an antioxidant.

WATER VOOR INJECTIES.

Sterile water intended for injection, not typically used in cosmetic formulations.

Water-Soluble Collagen

A form of collagen that can hydrate the skin's surface.

Water-Soluble Collagen (0.49Ppm)

A form of collagen that can hydrate the skin's surface, present in a very low concentration.

Water.

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

WATER.

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water(Aqua

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water(Aqua)

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water(Aqua/Eau)

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water(Aqua/​Eau)

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water(Avène Thermal Spring Water)

Acts as a solvent and base, providing soothing and mineral-rich properties.

Water(EAU

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water(Water/​Aqua)

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water)

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water*

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

WATER/ AQUA/EAU

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water/Aqua

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water/​Aqua

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water/Aqua - Made in China.

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations; origin is irrelevant to function.

Water/​Aqua Eau

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water/aqua/ Eau

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water/aqua/eau

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water/Aqua/Eau

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water/​Aqua/​Eau

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water/Aqua/EAU

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water/Eau

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water/​Eau

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water/EAU

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

WATER/EAU

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water/​Eau (Aqua)

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water/EAU (Aqua)

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water/Eau/Aqua

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water/​Eau/​Aqua

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water/Wasser

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water\\Aqua\\Eau

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water\Aqua Eau

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water\aqua\eau

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Water\Aqua\Eau

Acts as a solvent and base for many cosmetic formulations.

Watercress Extract

Botanical extract rich in vitamins and antioxidants.

Watercress Leaf/​Stem Extract

Botanical extract rich in vitamins and antioxidants.

WaterCyclotetrasiloxane

A combination of water as a solvent and a silicone for emollience and slip.

WaterGlycerin

A combination of water as a solvent and glycerin as a humectant.

Watermelon (Citrullus Lanatus) Oil

An emollient oil rich in fatty acids and antioxidants.

Watermelon (Citrullus Lanatus) Oil°°

An emollient oil rich in fatty acids and antioxidants.

Watermelon Fruit Extract

Botanical extract providing hydration and antioxidants.

Watermelon Oil (Citrullus Lanatus)°°

An emollient oil rich in fatty acids and antioxidants.

Watermelon Oil°°

An emollient oil rich in fatty acids and antioxidants.

WaterVanillin

Water acts as a solvent, and Vanillin is a fragrance ingredient.

Wax

Acts as an emollient and thickener, providing structure and a protective barrier.

Wax/Cire De Candelilla

Plant-derived wax that acts as a thickener and emollient.

WAY OF WILL

Brand name, not a skincare ingredient.

WEIGHT-OF-EVIDENCE APPROACH

A scientific methodology, not a skincare ingredient.

Wein

German for wine; may contain antioxidants if derived from grapes.

Weinessig

German for wine vinegar; can be mildly exfoliating due to acetic acid.

Weiße Langbohnen (60%)

White long beans; may contain beneficial plant extracts.

Weiße Quinoa

White quinoa; contains amino acids and antioxidants beneficial for skin.

Weißer Quinoa 70%

White quinoa; contains amino acids and antioxidants beneficial for skin.

Weißer Tee* (62%)

White tea extract; rich in antioxidants that protect skin from damage.

Weißkohl

German for white cabbage; may contain vitamins and antioxidants.

Weißweinessig

German for white wine vinegar; can be mildly exfoliating due to acetic acid.

Weißweinessig'

German for white wine vinegar; can be mildly exfoliating due to acetic acid.

Weizen

German for wheat; can be a source of beneficial compounds like vitamin E.

Weizen - mehl

German for wheat flour; can act as a mild exfoliant or absorbent.

Weizen (Gluten). Minde

Wheat gluten; can be a source of proteins and amino acids.

Weizen-

Incomplete ingredient name, likely referring to wheat-derived components.

Weizeneiweiß

German for wheat protein; can help strengthen and condition the skin.

WEIZENFLOCKEN 9%

Wheat flakes, likely used as a texturizer or mild exfoliant.

Weizenflocken*

German for wheat flakes; may offer mild exfoliation or soothing properties.

Weizenglu - ten))

Likely a misspelling of wheat gluten, which can provide proteins.

Weizengluten*

Wheat gluten; can provide proteins and amino acids for skin conditioning.

Weizenmalz

German for wheat malt; may contain beneficial compounds from the malting process.

Weizenmalzmehl

German for wheat malt flour; can offer mild exfoliation and skin conditioning.

Weizenmalzschrot

German for wheat malt groats; can provide mild exfoliation.

Weizenmehl

German for wheat flour; can act as a mild exfoliant or absorbent.

WEIZENMehl

Wheat flour, can be used as a texturizer or absorbent.

WEIZENMEHL

Wheat flour, can be used as a texturizer or absorbent.

Weizensauerteig (_Weizenmehl_

Wheat sourdough (wheat flour); fermentation may enhance nutrient availability.

Weizensauerteig (Weizenmehl

Wheat sourdough (wheat flour); fermentation may enhance nutrient availability.

Weizensirup**

German for wheat syrup; can act as a humectant and emollient.

Weizenstärke

German for wheat starch; can act as a thickener or absorbent.

Weizenvollkornflocken

German for whole wheat flakes; may offer mild exfoliation or soothing properties.

Weizenvollkornmehl

German for whole wheat flour; can provide mild exfoliation and nutrients.

Weizenvollkornschrot

German for whole wheat groats; can provide mild exfoliation.

WELEDA

Brand name, not a skincare ingredient.

WELL PEOPLE

Brand name, not a skincare ingredient.

Weybridge

This appears to be a place name and not a skincare ingredient.

Whale Oil

Historically used as an emollient, but now largely replaced by plant-based alternatives.

WHAMISA

Brand name, not a skincare ingredient.

Wheat (Triticum Vulgare) Germ Extract

Extract from wheat germ, rich in vitamins and antioxidants.

Wheat (Triticum Vulgare) Germ Protein

Protein derived from wheat germ, can help strengthen and condition skin.

Wheat (Triticum Vulgare) Oil Extract

Extract from wheat germ oil, providing nourishing and antioxidant benefits.

Wheat Amino Acids

Amino acids derived from wheat, which are building blocks for skin proteins.

Wheat and Oat Sugars

Sugars derived from wheat and oats, acting as humectants to attract moisture.

Wheat and Oat Sugars (Hydrating)

Sugars derived from wheat and oats, providing hydration to the skin.

Wheat Germ Oil

Oil from wheat germ, rich in vitamin E and fatty acids, offering antioxidant and emollient properties.

Wheat Germ Oil (Conditioning Agent)

Oil from wheat germ, used to condition and soften the skin.

Wheat Germ Oil (Nourishing)

Oil from wheat germ, providing nourishing fatty acids and vitamins.

Wheat Germ Oil(Natural Vitamin E)

Wheat germ oil, a source of natural vitamin E, acting as an antioxidant.

Wheat Germ Oil(Vitamin E)

Wheat germ oil, a source of vitamin E, providing antioxidant benefits.

Wheat Germ Oil*

Oil from wheat germ, rich in vitamin E and fatty acids, offering antioxidant and emollient properties.

Wheat Germamide DEA

A surfactant derived from wheat germ, used for cleansing.

WHEAT GERMAMIDE DEA

A surfactant derived from wheat germ, used for cleansing.

Wheat Germamidopropalkonium Chloride

A conditioning agent derived from wheat germ, used to soften hair and skin.

Wheat Germamidopropyl Betaine

A mild surfactant and foam booster derived from wheat germ.

WHEAT GERMAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE

A mild amphoteric surfactant derived from wheat germ, used for cleansing and foam boosting.

WHEAT GERMAMIDOPROPYL DIMETHYLAMINE

A conditioning agent derived from wheat germ, used to improve hair and skin feel.

Wheat Germamidopropyl Dimethylamine Lactate

A conditioning agent derived from wheat germ, used to improve hair and skin texture.

Wheat Germamidopropyl Epoxypropyldimonium Chloride

A conditioning agent derived from wheat germ, used to improve hair and skin texture.

WHEAT GERMAMIDOPROPYL EPOXYPROPYLDIMONIUM CHLORIDE

A conditioning agent derived from wheat germ, used to improve hair and skin feel.

Wheat Germamidopropylamine Oxide

A surfactant and foam booster derived from wheat germ.

WHEAT GERMAMIDOPROPYLAMINE OXIDE

A surfactant and foam booster derived from wheat germ.

Wheat Protein

Protein derived from wheat, can help strengthen and condition the skin.

Wheat Protein Extract

Extract from wheat protein, providing amino acids for skin conditioning.

Wheatgermamidopropyl Dimethylamine Hydrolyzed Collagen

A conditioning agent derived from wheat germ and hydrolyzed collagen.

WHEATGERMAMIDOPROPYL DIMETHYLAMINE HYDROLYZED COLLAGEN

A conditioning agent combining wheat germ derivatives and hydrolyzed collagen for skin and hair benefits.

WHEATGERMAMIDOPROPYL DIMETHYLAMINE HYDROLYZED WHEAT PROTEIN

A conditioning agent combining wheat germ derivatives and hydrolyzed wheat protein for skin and hair benefits.

Wheatgermamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Ethosulfate

A conditioning agent derived from wheat germ, used to improve hair and skin texture.

WHEATGERMAMIDOPROPYL ETHYLDIMONIUM ETHOSULFATE

A conditioning agent derived from wheat germ, used to improve hair and skin feel.

whey

A byproduct of cheese making, can be used for its skin conditioning properties.

Whey

A byproduct of cheese making, containing proteins and minerals beneficial for skin.

Whey Filtrate

Filtered whey, containing beneficial proteins and minerals for skin.

Whey Protein

Protein derived from whey, known for its nourishing and skin-conditioning properties.

Whey Protein\\Lactis Protein\\Protéine Du Petit-Lait

Whey protein, also known as Lactis Protein or Proteine Du Petit-Lait, beneficial for skin conditioning.