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| INCI Name | 中文名称 | Category | Function |
|---|---|---|---|
Ethyl Ascorbic Acid | 乙基抗坏血酸 维C乙基醚 | Active Ingredients | Stable Vitamin C derivative; brightening, antioxidant More stable than L-ascorbic acid; good penetration |
Argireline | 乙酰基六肽-8 类蛇毒肽, 六胜肽 | Peptides | Reduces expression lines; relaxes facial muscles topically Called 'topical Botox' but effect is much milder |
Differin | 阿达帕林 达芙文 | Active Ingredients | Retinoid for acne; normalizes cell turnover OTC at 0.1%; most well-tolerated retinoid for acne |
Alcohol Denat Denatured Alcohol, SD Alcohol | 变性乙醇 变性酒精 | Solvents | Solvent, penetration enhancer, quick-drying Can be drying in high amounts |
尿囊素 | Active Ingredients | Soothing, healing, moisturizing Very gentle; good for sensitive skin | |
Aloe Vera | 芦荟叶汁 芦荟 | Botanical Extracts | Soothing, hydrating, wound healing Classic soothing ingredient; often base of gel products |
Arbutin | α-熊果苷 熊果苷 | Active Ingredients | Brightening, fades dark spots Gentler alternative to hydroquinone |
Water, Purified Water | 水 纯净水 | Solvents | Base/solvent for most formulations Almost always first ingredient in water-based products |
Mugwort Extract | 艾草提取物 艾蒿提取物 | Botanical Extracts | Soothing, anti-inflammatory, calming Trending K-beauty ingredient; traditional Asian medicine |
Vitamin C, L-Ascorbic Acid | 抗坏血酸 维生素C, 左旋维C | Active Ingredients | Antioxidant, brightening, collagen boost Unstable; needs proper packaging |
AA-2G | 抗坏血酸葡糖苷 维C糖苷 | Active Ingredients | Very stable Vitamin C derivative; brightening Converted by enzymes in skin; gentler than LAA |
积雪草苷 | Active Ingredients | Collagen stimulation, wound healing Active component of Centella Asiatica; popular in K-beauty cica products | |
Colloidal Oatmeal | 胶体燕麦 燕麦粉 | Active Ingredients | Skin protectant, anti-itch, anti-inflammatory FDA-recognized skin protectant; excellent for eczema |
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Parsol 1789 | 阿伏苯宗 | Sunscreen Agents | Chemical UVA filter; broad-spectrum UVA1 protection Best UVA filter in US; needs stabilization |
壬二酸 杜鹃花酸 | Active Ingredients | Acne, rosacea, hyperpigmentation Gentle multitasker; pregnancy-safe | |
补骨脂酚 | Active Ingredients | Plant-based retinol alternative; anti-aging, antioxidant Pregnancy-safe; no photosensitivity | |
Bentonite Clay | 膨润土 | Thickeners | Oil absorbing, pore cleansing Can be drying; best for oily skin or occasional use |
BPO | 过氧化苯甲酰 | Active Ingredients | Kills acne bacteria Very effective; bleaches fabrics |
Alpha-Bisabolol, Levomenol | 没药醇 红没药醇 | Active Ingredients | Anti-inflammatory, soothing, enhances absorption From chamomile or synthetic; extremely gentle |
丁二醇 | Humectants | Humectant, solvent, penetration enhancer Very common; helps absorption | |
Green Tea Extract, EGCG | 绿茶提取物 茶叶提取物 | Antioxidants | Antioxidant (EGCG); anti-inflammatory; soothing Rich in polyphenols; use opaque packaging |
Hemp Seed Oil | 大麻籽油 火麻仁油 | Emollients | Rich in omega fatty acids; anti-inflammatory No THC/CBD; high in linoleic acid |
Carbopol | 卡波姆 | Thickeners | Gel former, thickener, emulsion stabilizer Creates gel texture in many products |
Cica, Tiger Grass | 积雪草提取物 积雪草 | Active Ingredients | Soothing, healing, anti-inflammatory K-beauty favorite for sensitive skin |
Ceramides | 神经酰胺NP 神经酰胺 | Emollients | Barrier repair, moisture retention Skin-identical; restores barrier |
鲸蜡硬脂醇 | Emollients | Emollient, emulsifier, thickener Fatty alcohol—not drying like simple alcohols | |
鲸蜡硬脂基葡糖苷 | Emulsifiers | Gentle sugar-based emulsifier Popular in natural/sensitive skin formulations | |
Chamomile Extract | 洋甘菊提取物 母菊提取物 | Botanical Extracts | Soothing, anti-inflammatory, calming redness Avoid if allergic to Asteraceae/ragweed family |
柠檬酸 | pH Adjusters | pH adjuster; chelating agent Not an exfoliant at standard concentrations; purely functional | |
Coco-Betaine | 椰油酰胺丙基甜菜碱 | Surfactants | Gentle cleansing, foam boosting One of the gentlest surfactants |
GHK-Cu, Copper Peptide | 铜肽 蓝铜胜肽, 蓝铜肽 | Peptides | Wound healing, collagen stimulation, antioxidant Blue color; avoid with Vitamin C and strong acids |
D5, Cyclomethicone | 环五聚二甲基硅氧烷 D5硅油 | Emollients | Lightweight silicone; quick-evaporating carrier Gives silky primer feel; EU environmental restrictions |
癸基葡糖苷 | Surfactants | Ultra-gentle plant-derived cleansing Sugar-based; popular in baby and natural products | |
Silicone | 聚二甲基硅氧烷 硅油 | Emollients | Smooths skin, protective barrier Non-comedogenic despite myths |
EDTA | 乙二胺四乙酸二钠 | Preservatives | Chelating agent; stabilizes formulations Binds metal ions that destabilize products |
依克多因 | Active Ingredients | Cell protection, anti-pollution, UV damage prevention From extremophile bacteria; emerging anti-pollution ingredient | |
Octinoxate, OMC | 甲氧基肉桂酸乙基己酯 | Sunscreen Agents | Chemical UVB filter Banned in Hawaii for coral reef concerns; endocrine disruption debate |
Octoxyglycerin | 乙基己基甘油 | Preservatives | Preservative booster; skin conditioner Commonly boosts phenoxyethanol efficacy |
阿魏酸 | Antioxidants | Antioxidant booster; stabilizes Vit C and E C+E+Ferulic is gold standard antioxidant combo | |
Parfum | 香精 香料 | Fragrance | Provides scent Common allergen; 3000+ possible compounds |
Pitera | 半乳糖酵母样菌发酵产物滤液 酵母精华 | Active Ingredients | Brightening, hydrating, improves texture SK-II's key ingredient; fermented yeast filtrate |
PHA, Polyhydroxy Acid | 葡萄糖酸内酯 聚羟基酸 | Exfoliants | Ultra-gentle exfoliation; humectant; antioxidant Best exfoliant for rosacea and very sensitive skin |
Glycerol, Vegetable Glycerin | 甘油 丙三醇 | Humectants | Attracts moisture; strengthens barrier One of the most effective humectants |
AHA | 乙醇酸 果酸 | Exfoliants | Chemical exfoliation, brightening Strongest AHA; requires sunscreen |
Licorice Root Extract, Glabridin | 甘草根提取物 光甘草定 | Botanical Extracts | Brightening, anti-inflammatory, soothing Contains glabridin; gentle brightener popular in Asian skincare |
胡莫柳酯 | Sunscreen Agents | Chemical UVB filter; stabilizes avobenzone Under EU regulatory scrutiny for hormonal effects | |
Low Molecular Weight HA | 水解透明质酸 小分子玻尿酸 | Humectants | Deeper penetration than standard HA; intense hydration Best in multi-weight HA products |
HQ | 对苯二酚 | Active Ingredients | Most potent skin lightener; inhibits melanin Requires medical supervision; cycle on/off |
IPM | 肉豆蔻酸异丙酯 | Emollients | Emollient, penetration enhancer Moderately comedogenic (rating 3); avoid if acne-prone |
White Clay | 高岭土 白陶土 | Thickeners | Gentle oil absorbing, mild cleansing Gentler than bentonite; suitable for sensitive skin masks |
曲酸 | Active Ingredients | Tyrosinase inhibitor; brightening Fungal-derived; unstable, often formulated as kojic dipalmitate | |
AHA | 乳酸 果酸 | Exfoliants | Gentle exfoliation, hydrating Gentler than glycolic; has humectant properties |
羟基积雪草苷 | Active Ingredients | Wound healing, barrier repair, collagen synthesis Key triterpenoid from Centella Asiatica | |
AHA | 扁桃酸 杏仁酸 | Exfoliants | Gentle exfoliation; antibacterial; safe for darker skin tones Largest AHA molecule = least irritation |
Tea Tree Oil | 茶树油 | Botanical Extracts | Antimicrobial; anti-inflammatory; acne treatment 5% comparable to 5% benzoyl peroxide for acne; never use undiluted |
MIT, MI | 甲基异噻唑啉酮 | Preservatives | Strong antimicrobial preservative Banned in EU leave-on products; high allergen risk |
Methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate | 对羟基苯甲酸甲酯 尼泊金甲酯 | Preservatives | Prevents bacterial growth; extends shelf life Most studied preservative; safe per CIR/SCCS at permitted levels |
Paraffinum Liquidum | 矿物油 液体石蜡 | Occlusives | Occlusive moisturizer; barrier protection Cosmetic-grade is safe and non-comedogenic per CIR |
Vitamin B3, Nicotinamide | 烟酰胺 维生素B3 | Active Ingredients | Brightening, oil control, barrier repair Well-tolerated, versatile active |
Rice Bran Extract | 大米提取物 米糠提取物 | Botanical Extracts | Brightening, antioxidant, moisturizing Staple in Japanese skincare (sake lees) |
Matrixyl | 棕榈酰五肽-4 基质肽 | Peptides | Stimulates collagen; reduces wrinkles One of the most studied peptides in skincare |
Matrixyl 3000 component | 棕榈酰三肽-1 | Peptides | Collagen production, skin repair signaling Part of Matrixyl 3000 with Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 |
Pro-Vitamin B5 | 泛醇 维生素B5前体 | Humectants | Moisturizing, healing, soothing Extremely well-tolerated |
Petroleum Jelly, Vaseline | 凡士林 石油冻 | Occlusives | Seals moisture, protects barrier Most effective occlusive; non-comedogenic |
苯氧乙醇 | Preservatives | Prevents microbial growth Common paraben alternative | |
PGA, γ-PGA | 聚谷氨酸 | Humectants | Holds 4-5x more water than HA; inhibits hyaluronidase Next-generation humectant; can layer with HA |
Tween 80 | 聚山梨酯80 吐温80 | Emulsifiers | Emulsifier; solubilizes essential oils Long safety record; common in cleansers |
山梨酸钾 | Preservatives | Inhibits yeast and mold growth Popular in 'clean beauty'; works best below pH 6 | |
1,3-Propanediol, Zemea | 丙二醇 | Humectants | Humectant, solvent; bio-based glycol alternative Corn-derived; popular in clean beauty |
Bee Propolis | 蜂胶提取物 蜂胶 | Botanical Extracts | Antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant Not vegan; avoid if allergic to bee products |
Propyl 4-hydroxybenzoate | 对羟基苯甲酸丙酯 尼泊金丙酯 | Preservatives | Broadens preservative spectrum; anti-fungal Often paired with methylparaben |
白藜芦醇 | Antioxidants | Potent antioxidant; anti-inflammatory; anti-aging From grape skins; unstable, needs good packaging | |
Retinaldehyde | 视黄醛 A醛 | Active Ingredients | Anti-aging; antibacterial; one step from retinoic acid Stronger than retinol, gentler than tretinoin |
Vitamin A | 视黄醇 A醇 | Active Ingredients | Anti-aging, cell turnover, reduces wrinkles Gold standard anti-aging; avoid in pregnancy |
Vitamin A Palmitate | 棕榈酸视黄酯 维A棕榈酸酯 | Active Ingredients | Gentlest retinoid; mild antioxidant Weakest retinoid; often a marketing ingredient |
Rosehip Oil | 玫瑰果油 | Emollients | Rich in vitamins A and C; scar-fading Popular for post-acne scarring |
Yeast Ferment | 酵母菌发酵产物滤液 酵母滤液 | Active Ingredients | Hydrating, barrier strengthening, brightening May exacerbate fungal acne in some individuals |
BHA | 水杨酸 β-羟基酸 | Active Ingredients | Exfoliant, unclogs pores, anti-inflammatory Oil-soluble; penetrates into pores |
Shea Butter | 乳木果油 | Emollients | Rich moisturizer, softens skin Great for dry skin; may be heavy for oily |
Jojoba Oil | 荷荷巴油 霍霍巴油 | Emollients | Mimics skin sebum; non-comedogenic oil Technically a wax ester; suitable even for oily skin |
Snail Mucin | 蜗牛分泌滤液 蜗牛原液 | Botanical Extracts | Hydrating, wound healing, soothing K-beauty staple; not vegan; contains glycoproteins and HA naturally |
SAP | 抗坏血酸磷酸酯钠 维C磷酸酯钠 | Active Ingredients | Stable Vitamin C; brightening, anti-acne Works at skin-friendly pH 6-7; also has anti-acne properties |
苯甲酸钠 | Preservatives | Prevents yeast, bacteria, mold; best at low pH Popular paraben alternative; often paired with potassium sorbate | |
SCI | 椰油基羟乙基磺酸钠 | Surfactants | Ultra-gentle cleansing; rich lather Found in Dove Beauty Bar; one of the mildest surfactants |
Hyaluronic Acid, HA | 透明质酸钠 玻尿酸 | Humectants | Holds 1000x its weight in water Salt form with better penetration |
Lye, Caustic Soda | 氢氧化钠 烧碱 | pH Adjusters | pH adjuster (raises pH) Sounds scary but fully reacted in final products; safe |
SLES | 月桂醇聚醚硫酸酯钠 | Surfactants | Effective cleansing; good foaming; milder than SLS Most common surfactant in personal care |
SLS | 月桂基硫酸钠 十二烷基硫酸钠 | Surfactants | Strong cleansing and foaming Can irritate dry/sensitive skin |
NaPCA | 吡咯烷酮羧酸钠 | Humectants | NMF component; powerful humectant More hygroscopic than glycerin |
角鲨烷 鲨烷 | Emollients | Lightweight moisturizing, mimics sebum Non-comedogenic; good for oily skin too | |
Colloidal Sulfur | 硫磺 | Active Ingredients | Antibacterial, keratolytic, anti-fungal Old-school acne treatment; pregnancy-safe |
二氧化钛 | Sunscreen Agents | Physical UV filter, mainly UVB Often combined with zinc oxide | |
Vitamin E | 生育酚 维生素E | Antioxidants | Antioxidant, moisturizing, stabilizer Often stabilizes Vitamin C formulas |
TXA, t-AMCHA | 传明酸 氨甲环酸, 凝血酸 | Active Ingredients | Inhibits melanin production; treats melasma and PIH Rising star in Asian skincare for brightening |
Retinoic Acid, Retin-A | 维A酸 全反式维甲酸 | Active Ingredients | Gold standard anti-aging; acne treatment; cell turnover Prescription only; avoid in pregnancy |
TEA | 三乙醇胺 | pH Adjusters | pH adjuster, emulsifier Safe at cosmetic concentrations per CIR |
Carbamide | 尿素 | Humectants | Powerful humectant; keratolytic at higher concentrations Part of skin's NMF; dermatologist favorite for very dry skin |
黄原胶 | Thickeners | Thickener, emulsion stabilizer Non-active; purely functional texture ingredient | |
氧化锌 | Sunscreen Agents | Broad-spectrum UV protection Gentle mineral filter; may leave white cast | |
吡咯烷酮羧酸锌 | Active Ingredients | Sebum regulation, antimicrobial Often paired with niacinamide for oil control |