Ingredients Starting With U
36 skincare ingredients in the glossary begin with U. Learn what each one does, how it works, and which products contain it.
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Ubiquinol
UBIQUINOLA reduced form of coenzyme Q10 that protects skin from oxidative stress
Ubiquinone
Also known as coenzyme Q10 or CoQ10
Ulkenia Amoeboidea Oil
ULKENIA AMOEBOIDEA OILA lightweight oil derived from microalgae, designed to condition and soften the skin
Ulmus Campestris Bark Extract
ULMUS CAMPESTRIS BARK EXTRACTA plant-derived astringent traditionally used to tone and condition the skin
Ulmus Davidiana Bark Extract
ULMUS DAVIDIANA BARK EXTRACTA polysaccharide extract that supports skin hydration and barrier function
Ulmus Davidiana Branch Extract
ULMUS DAVIDIANA BRANCH EXTRACTA plant extract with antioxidant and hydrating properties derived from elm bark
Ulmus Davidiana Callus Culture Extract
ULMUS DAVIDIANA CALLUS CULTURE EXTRACTA plant cell culture extract that supports skin conditioning and hydration
Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract
David ElmPlant extract derived from the Ulmus davidiana tree Hydrates and soothes skin due to its polysaccharide content
Ulmus Fulva Bark Extract
ULMUS FULVA BARK EXTRACTA plant extract traditionally used to support skin hydration and soothing
Ultramarines
ULTRAMARINESA synthetic blue pigment primarily used in hair and nail products
Undaria Peterseniana Extract
UNDARIA PETERSENIANA EXTRACTA seaweed extract that supports skin hydration and conditioning
Undaria Pinnatifida (Algae) Extract
Rich source of nutrients, including polyphenols and polysaccharides
Undaria Pinnatifida Cell Culture Extract
UNDARIA PINNATIFIDA CELL CULTURE EXTRACTA marine-derived extract that conditions and supports skin hydration
Undaria Pinnatifida Extract
UNDARIA PINNATIFIDA EXTRACTA brown seaweed extract with antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties
Undaria Pinnatifida Leaf/Stem Extract
UNDARIA PINNATIFIDA LEAF/STEM EXTRACTA marine extract that helps soften and condition the skin
Undaria Pinnatifida Powder
UNDARIA PINNATIFIDA POWDERA seaweed-derived powder that absorbs excess oil and helps stabilise skincare formulations
Undaria Pinnatifida Sporophyll Extract
UNDARIA PINNATIFIDA SPOROPHYLL EXTRACTA brown algae extract with antioxidant properties traditionally used for skin conditioning
Undaria Pinnatifida Vesicles
UNDARIA PINNATIFIDA VESICLESA seaweed-derived humectant that draws moisture into the skin
Undecane
Tridecane (often used in tandem)Emollient that is known for offering a lightweight, smooth glide to formulations Touted for its quick absorbency and non-greasy finish
Undecanoic Acid
UNDECANOIC ACIDA fatty acid that enhances skin penetration and helps regulate sebum
Undecyl Alcohol
UNDECYL ALCOHOLA conditioning alcohol that supports skin texture and product stability
Undecylenamidopropyl Betaine
UNDECYLENAMIDOPROPYL BETAINEA mild surfactant that cleanses whilst conditioning skin and hair
Undecylenoyl Glycine
UNDECYLENOYL GLYCINEA mild surfactant derived from the amino acid glycine, used primarily in cleansing formulations
Undecylenoyl Grape Seed Extract
UNDECYLENOYL GRAPE SEED EXTRACTA stabilised grape extract with antioxidant properties for protecting skin from environmental stress
Undecylenoyl PEG-5 Paraben
UNDECYLENOYL PEG-5 PARABENA paraben derivative with purifying properties for product preservation
Undecylenoyl Phenylalanine
UNDECYLENOYL PHENYLALANINEA phenylalanine derivative studied for its role in skin tone evenness and depigmentation formulas
Uracil
URACILA nucleobase compound with emerging research in field-directed skin cancer treatment
Urea
The intense moisture binder
Urea Peroxide
UREA PEROXIDEAn oxidising agent used to support acne treatment and remove benign skin growths
Ursolic Acid
URSOLIC ACIDA plant-derived compound with emerging research into collagen regulation and antioxidant activity
Urtica Dioica
URTICA DIOICAA plant extract traditionally used to condition and support hair and scalp health
Urtica Dioica Extract
URTICA DIOICA EXTRACTPlant extract with antioxidant properties traditionally used to support skin and scalp health
Urtica Dioica Leaf Extract
URTICA DIOICA LEAF EXTRACTA plant extract with antioxidant and soothing properties, traditionally used in skincare
Urtica Dioica Root Extract
URTICA DIOICA ROOT EXTRACTRoot extract traditionally used to support skin condition and comfort
Urtica Urens Flower … Stem Extract
URTICA URENS FLOWER/LEAF/STEM EXTRACTPlant extract traditionally used to soothe and condition the skin
Usnea Barbata Extract
USNEA BARBATA EXTRACTA lichen-derived extract with purifying and soothing properties
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