Ingredients Starting With F
70 skincare ingredients in the glossary begin with F. Learn what each one does, how it works, and which products contain it.
F
Faex Extract
FAEX EXTRACTA fermentation-derived ingredient that conditions and supports skin hydration
Fagara Zanthoxyloides Fruit Extract
FAGARA ZANTHOXYLOIDES FRUIT EXTRACTA plant extract traditionally used as a spice, studied for its potential to reduce facial wrinkles
Fagus Sylvatica Bud Extract
Beech Bud ExtractRich in rejuvenating compounds Contains hydroxyproline to support collagen and elastin
Fagus Sylvatica Seed Extract
FAGUS SYLVATICA SEED EXTRACTA plant extract that conditions and supports skin's natural moisture balance
Farnesol
Farnesyl AcetateUsed primarily for fragrance Organic compound found in many plants
Farnesyl Acetate
FARNESYL ACETATEA fragrant sesquiterpenoid with emerging purifying properties
Fatty Alcohol
Made from fatty acid | Structurally similar to triglycerides
Ferric Hexapeptide-35
FERRIC HEXAPEPTIDE-35A peptide-derived iron complex that conditions and supports skin resilience
Ferrous Glycinate
FERROUS GLYCINATEAn iron compound that supports skin's antioxidant defences
Ferula Galbaniflua Resin Oil
FERULA GALBANIFLUA RESIN OILA resinous oil with purifying properties, traditionally used in fragrance and skincare formulations
Ferulic Acid
A plant antioxidant that stabilises vitamins C and E
Fibroin
FIBROINA silk-derived protein with potential for supporting skin repair and hydration
Fibronectin
Type of protein known as a glycoprotein (protein + carbohydrate)
Ficus Carica (Fig) Fruit Extract
FigRich source of phenolic compound antioxidants Enhances skin's hydration by preventing water loss
Ficus Carica Fruit Extract
FICUS CARICA FRUIT EXTRACTA fruit-derived humectant that helps skin retain moisture and manage stress-related damage
Ficus Indica Leaf Extract
FICUS INDICA LEAF EXTRACTA plant extract that conditions and supports skin's natural moisture balance
Film-Forming Agent
PVPLarge group of ingredients used in both haircare and skincare
Finasteride
An oral medication that addresses hair loss by reducing DHT production in the scalp
Finger Leather Coral Extract
FINGER LEATHER CORAL EXTRACTMarine extract with conditioning and protective properties for skin resilience
Fish Collagen/Glycoproteins
FISH COLLAGEN/GLYCOPROTEINSA protein-derived hydrator that supports skin barrier function and hydration
Fish Oil
FISH OILA fatty acid-rich oil that may help regulate skin inflammation and support barrier health
Fluorenone
FLUORENONEA polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon with limited established skincare applications
Fluorescent Brightener 230
FLUORESCENT BRIGHTENER 230A synthetic UV-absorbing agent that helps protect skin from sun damage
Foeniculum Vulgare Fruit Extract
FOENICULUM VULGARE FRUIT EXTRACTA plant extract with antioxidant properties that may help protect skin from UV-induced damage
Foeniculum Vulgare Seed Extract
FOENICULUM VULGARE SEED EXTRACTA botanical extract with antioxidant properties traditionally used to support skin resilience
Folic Acid
BiotinEssential B vitamin for cellular health
Fomes Officinalis Extract
FOMES OFFICINALIS EXTRACTA plant extract with antioxidant properties that helps protect skin from environmental stressors
Formaldehyde
A preservative that prevents microbial growth in cosmetic formulations
Formic Acid
FORMIC ACIDA preservative and pH regulator used sparingly in skincare formulations
Forsythia Suspensa Fruit Extract
FORSYTHIA SUSPENSA FRUIT EXTRACTA plant extract from traditional medicine with antioxidant properties
Fouquieria Splendens Stem Extract
FOUQUIERIA SPLENDENS STEM EXTRACTA desert plant extract with skin-conditioning properties
Fragaria Ananassa (Strawberry) Fruit Extract
Fragaria Vesca (Strawberry) Fruit ExtractRich in antioxidant compounds known as anthocyanins Source of saccharides that hydrate skin
Fragaria Ananassa Callus Powder
FRAGARIA ANANASSA CALLUS POWDERA plant-derived conditioning agent derived from strawberry callus tissue
Fragaria Ananassa Fruit Extract
FRAGARIA ANANASSA FRUIT EXTRACTStrawberry extract rich in antioxidant polyphenols to support skin resilience
Fragaria Ananassa Fruit Water
FRAGARIA ANANASSA FRUIT WATERStrawberry fruit extract that adds fragrance and sensory appeal to skincare formulations
Fragaria Ananassa Seed Extract
FRAGARIA ANANASSA SEED EXTRACTPlant-derived antioxidant from strawberry seeds that helps protect skin from environmental stress
Fragaria Ananassa Seed Oil
FRAGARIA ANANASSA SEED OILA seed oil rich in antioxidants and fatty acids for skin and scalp conditioning
Fragaria Chiloensis Fruit Extract
FRAGARIA CHILOENSIS FRUIT EXTRACTA fruit extract with skin-conditioning properties derived from Chilean strawberries
Fragaria Chiloensis Fruit Juice
FRAGARIA CHILOENSIS FRUIT JUICEA fruit extract that conditions and softens the skin
Fragaria Chiloensis Seed Oil
FRAGARIA CHILOENSIS SEED OILA lightweight seed oil that conditions skin without heavy residue
Fragaria Vesca (Strawberry) Fruit Extract
Rich in antioxidant compounds known as anthocyanins Source of saccharides that hydrate skin
Fragaria Vesca Fruit
FRAGARIA VESCA FRUITA botanical extract with antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties
Fragaria Vesca Fruit Extract
FRAGARIA VESCA FRUIT EXTRACTA polyphenol-rich fruit extract with antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties
Fragaria Vesca Leaf Extract
FRAGARIA VESCA LEAF EXTRACTA plant extract with antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties from wild strawberry leaves
Fragaria Virginiana Seed Oil
FRAGARIA VIRGINIANA SEED OILA lightweight plant oil that softens and nourishes the skin barrier
Frankincense
Boswellia CarteriAlso called frankincense oil Long used in folk medicine
Fraxinus Excelsior Bark Extract
From the European ash tree
Fraxinus Excelsior Bud Extract
FRAXINUS EXCELSIOR BUD EXTRACTA plant bud extract with skin-conditioning properties
Fraxinus Rhynchophylla Extract
FRAXINUS RHYNCHOPHYLLA EXTRACTA plant extract with emerging evidence for calming inflammatory skin responses
Freesia Alba Flower Extract
FREESIA ALBA FLOWER EXTRACTA floral plant extract valued for its gentle skin-conditioning properties
Freesia Refracta Extract
FREESIA REFRACTA EXTRACTA floral extract studied for its potential to support skin firmness and reduce visible roughness
Fructan
FRUCTANA plant-derived carbohydrate that supports skin hydration and conditioning
Fructooligosaccharides
FOSAn oligiosaccharide and carbohydrate made of short chains of fructose units Helps skin retain moisture, promoting a plump, hydrated appearance
Fructose
Fructose is often called fruit sugar, and is a type of sugar
Fructosyl Cocoate/Olivate
FRUCTOSYL COCOATE/OLIVATEA coconut and olive-derived emollient that conditions skin and hair
Fruit Enzymes
PapainNatural exfoliating enzymes from tropical fruits
Fruit Extracts
Various Fruit ExtractsAntioxidant-rich blend from various fruits
Fucoidan
FUCOIDANA marine polysaccharide that supports skin cell activity and antioxidant protection
Fucose
FUCOSEA simple sugar that may support skin's natural moisture and structural support
Fucoxanthin
FUCOXANTHINA marine carotenoid with antioxidant and soothing potential for environmental stress protection
Fucus Serratus Extract
FUCUS SERRATUS EXTRACTA brown seaweed extract that supports skin elasticity and antioxidant defence
Fucus Spiralis Extract
FUCUS SPIRALIS EXTRACTA brown seaweed extract rich in antioxidant compounds that conditions and protects the skin
Fucus Vesiculosus
FUCUS VESICULOSUSA brown seaweed extract that may help improve skin elasticity and support barrier resilience
Fucus Vesiculosus Extract
bladderwrackType of brown algae (seaweed) also known as bladderwrack Rich in antioxidants that defend skin's surface from airborne pollutants
Fullerenes
FULLERENESA carbon-based antioxidant showing potential for supporting skin resilience and wound repair
Fulvic Acid
Natural ingredient found in soil, rocks, water
Furcellaria Lumbricalis Extract
Comes from algae, very simple, chlorophyll-containing organisms Help thicken formulas
Fusanus Spicatus Wood Oil
FUSANUS SPICATUS WOOD OILA fragrant wood oil primarily used to enhance the scent profile of skincare formulations
Fuscoporia Obliqua Sclerotium Extract
FUSCOPORIA OBLIQUA SCLEROTIUM EXTRACTA fungal extract that conditions and supports skin's natural moisture balance
Fusidium Coccineum Ferment Filtrate
FUSIDIUM COCCINEUM FERMENT FILTRATEA fermented filtrate that conditions and supports skin barrier function
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