Ingredients Starting With V

126 skincare ingredients in the glossary begin with V. Learn what each one does, how it works, and which products contain it.

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Vaccinium Angustifolium (Blueberry) Fruit Extract

Common berry that is as good for your skin as it is for your body

Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit

VACCINIUM ANGUSTIFOLIUM FRUIT

A berry-derived ingredient with astringent and skin-conditioning properties

Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Juice

VACCINIUM ANGUSTIFOLIUM FRUIT JUICE

A fruit juice extract with natural astringent and conditioning properties

Vaccinium Angustifolium Leaf Extract

VACCINIUM ANGUSTIFOLIUM LEAF EXTRACT

A plant extract rich in phenolic compounds with potential skin-conditioning properties

Vaccinium Angustifolium Seed

VACCINIUM ANGUSTIFOLIUM SEED

Plant-derived exfoliant beads from wild blueberry seeds

Vaccinium Corymbosum (Blueberry) Fruit Water

VACCINIUM CORYMBOSUM (BLUEBERRY) FRUIT WATER

A fruit water rich in antioxidants that supports skin conditioning and resilience

Vaccinium Corymbosum Fruit

VACCINIUM CORYMBOSUM FRUIT

A fruit extract rich in antioxidants that conditions and supports skin resilience

Vaccinium Corymbosum Fruit Extract

VACCINIUM CORYMBOSUM FRUIT EXTRACT

Blueberry extract rich in antioxidants to support skin conditioning and protection

Vaccinium Corymbosum Seed Oil

VACCINIUM CORYMBOSUM SEED OIL

Plant oil rich in antioxidants, derived from blueberry seeds

Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Extract

Natural extract derived from cranberries

Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Juice

VACCINIUM MACROCARPON FRUIT JUICE

A polyphenol-rich fruit extract with antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties

Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Powder

VACCINIUM MACROCARPON FRUIT POWDER

Cranberry fruit powder—a plant-derived antioxidant with polyphenol content

Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Water

VACCINIUM MACROCARPON FRUIT WATER

A fruit water derived from cranberries, used primarily for fragrance and sensory appeal

Vaccinium Macrocarpon Seed

VACCINIUM MACROCARPON SEED

A natural exfoliant derived from cranberry seeds

Vaccinium Macrocarpon Seed Oil

VACCINIUM MACROCARPON SEED OIL

A plant oil rich in antioxidants and fatty acids, traditionally used to support skin conditioning

Vaccinium Macrocarpon Seed Powder

VACCINIUM MACROCARPON SEED POWDER

A plant-derived exfoliant derived from cranberry seeds

Vaccinium Myrtillus Bud Extract

VACCINIUM MYRTILLUS BUD EXTRACT

Plant extract rich in polyphenols, commonly used as an antioxidant in skincare

Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract

Natural extract that comes from bilberry (a dark berry similar to blueberries)

Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Juice

VACCINIUM MYRTILLUS FRUIT JUICE

A fruit juice extract rich in anthocyanins and polyphenols for skin conditioning

Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Water

VACCINIUM MYRTILLUS FRUIT WATER

A plant-derived water with polyphenols that may help protect skin from UV-induced damage

Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit/Leaf Extract

VACCINIUM MYRTILLUS FRUIT/LEAF EXTRACT

A plant extract with astringent and antioxidant properties from bilberry fruit and leaves

Vaccinium Myrtillus Leaf Cell Extract

VACCINIUM MYRTILLUS LEAF CELL EXTRACT

A plant extract rich in antioxidants that may help protect skin from environmental stress

Vaccinium Myrtillus Leaf Extract

Natural extract that comes from the bilberry plant

Vaccinium Myrtillus Seed Extract

VACCINIUM MYRTILLUS SEED EXTRACT

Antioxidant-rich seed extract that helps protect skin from environmental stress

Vaccinium Myrtillus Seed Oil

Oil extracted from the bilberry plant, which is a known source of antioxidants

Vaccinium Myrtillus Seedcake Powder

VACCINIUM MYRTILLUS SEEDCAKE POWDER

Plant-derived exfoliant powder from bilberry seeds, gentle enough for regular use

Vaccinium Myrtillus Stem Extract

VACCINIUM MYRTILLUS STEM EXTRACT

A plant-derived antioxidant from bilberry stems that helps protect and tone the skin

Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea (Lingonberry) Fruit Extract

Rich in antioxidants that defend skin against environmental stressors

Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Fruit Extract

Rich in antioxidants that defend skin against environmental stressors

Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Fruit Juice

VACCINIUM VITIS-IDAEA FRUIT JUICE

A berry-derived extract with antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties

Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Leaf Extract

VACCINIUM VITIS-IDAEA LEAF EXTRACT

A plant extract with astringent and antioxidant properties from lingonberry leaves

Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Seed Oil

VACCINIUM VITIS-IDAEA SEED OIL

A plant oil rich in antioxidants, derived from lingonberry seeds

Vaccinum Angustifolium (Blueberry) Fruit Extract

Excellent source of antioxidants known as polyphenols

Valeriana Officinalis Root Extract

VALERIANA OFFICINALIS ROOT EXTRACT

A plant extract traditionally used to soothe and condition the skin

Valeric Acid

VALERIC ACID

A natural short-chain fatty acid primarily used as a fragrance component in skincare

Valine

Amino Acids

An essential amino acid that provides hydrating benefits One part of a soothing peptide also made of lysine and proline

Vanilla Planifolia Flower Extract

VANILLA PLANIFOLIA FLOWER EXTRACT

A botanical skin conditioner derived from vanilla flower that helps maintain skin softness

Vanilla Planifolia Fruit

VANILLA PLANIFOLIA FRUIT

A natural fragrant extract that smooths skin texture and provides sensory appeal

Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract

Vanilla bean

Known for its antioxidant benefits Serves as a skin-soothing ingredient

Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Oil

VANILLA PLANIFOLIA FRUIT OIL

A plant oil derived from vanilla fruit that conditions and softens the skin

Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Water

VANILLA PLANIFOLIA FRUIT WATER

A plant-derived hydrating ingredient that conditions and softens skin

Vanilla Planifolia Seed

VANILLA PLANIFOLIA SEED

A plant-derived conditioning agent that helps soften and smooth the skin

Vanilla Planifolia Seed Powder

VANILLA PLANIFOLIA SEED POWDER

A natural seed-based exfoliant derived from vanilla orchid pods

Vanilla Planifolia Tincture

VANILLA PLANIFOLIA TINCTURE

A botanical fragrance ingredient derived from vanilla orchid pods

Vanilla Tahitensis Fruit

VANILLA TAHITENSIS FRUIT

A natural fragrance ingredient that masks odour in skincare formulations

Vanilla Tahitensis Fruit Extract

VANILLA TAHITENSIS FRUIT EXTRACT

A plant extract known for conditioning and antioxidant properties

Vanillin

Ethyl Vanillin

Sweetly aromatic flavoring agent derived from vanilla beans Can also be produced synthetically or bio-fermented

Vanillyl Butyl Ether

VANILLYL BUTYL ETHER

A skin-conditioning agent derived from vanillin that helps soften and smooth the skin barrier

Vegetable Amino Acids

VEGETABLE AMINO ACIDS

Plant-derived amino acids that support skin's natural moisture balance and structure

Vegetable Glycerides Phosphate

VEGETABLE GLYCERIDES PHOSPHATE

A plant-derived emollient and emulsifier that conditions and stabilises skincare formulations

Vegetable Oil

VEGETABLE OIL

Plant-derived oil that conditions skin and hair through occlusive moisturisation

Velvet Extract

VELVET EXTRACT

A protein-rich extract traditionally used to support skin cell vitality and resilience

Verbascoside

VERBASCOSIDE

A plant-derived antioxidant that helps protect skin from environmental stress

Verbascum Densiflorum Flower/Stem Extract

VERBASCUM DENSIFLORUM FLOWER/STEM EXTRACT

A botanical extract traditionally used to condition and soothe the skin

Verbascum Thapsus Extract

VERBASCUM THAPSUS EXTRACT

A traditional plant extract with skin-conditioning and soothing properties

Verbena Officinalis Extract

VERBENA OFFICINALIS EXTRACT

A traditional plant extract with emerging evidence for soothing and conditioning skin

Verbena Officinalis Leaf Extract

VERBENA OFFICINALIS LEAF EXTRACT

A botanical extract traditionally used to condition and soothe the skin

Verbena Officinalis Water

VERBENA OFFICINALIS WATER

A hydrating botanical extract with gentle skin-conditioning properties

Veronica Officinalis Extract

VERONICA OFFICINALIS EXTRACT

Traditional plant extract with mild skin-conditioning and antioxidant properties

Veronica Officinalis Flower … Stem Extract

VERONICA OFFICINALIS FLOWER/LEAF/STEM EXTRACT

A plant extract with mild astringent properties, traditionally used to tone and condition the skin

Veronica Officinalis Leaf Extract

VERONICA OFFICINALIS LEAF EXTRACT

A plant extract traditionally used to soothe and condition the skin

Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Extract

VETIVERIA ZIZANOIDES ROOT EXTRACT

A fragrant botanical extract with mild skin-conditioning properties

Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil

VETIVERIA ZIZANOIDES ROOT OIL

A fragrant plant oil traditionally valued for its woody aroma and skin-conditioning properties

Vibrio Alginolyticus Ferment Filtrate

VIBRIO ALGINOLYTICUS FERMENT FILTRATE

A ferment-derived exfoliant that gently removes surface dead skin

Vigna Angularis Seed Extract

VIGNA ANGULARIS SEED EXTRACT

A plant-derived protease inhibitor that may help protect skin from enzyme-driven damage

Vigna Radiata Seed Extract

VIGNA RADIATA SEED EXTRACT

A plant-derived conditioning agent with potential skin-protective properties

Vigna Radiata Seed Oil

VIGNA RADIATA SEED OIL

A plant-derived oil with antioxidant properties to condition and support skin

Vincetoxicum Atratum Extract

VINCETOXICUM ATRATUM EXTRACT

A plant extract with skin-conditioning properties, used sparingly in modern formulations

Vinegar

VINEGAR

An acidic ingredient with purifying properties, commonly used in dilute formulations

Vinegar Extract

VINEGAR EXTRACT

A plant-derived extract with conditioning and protective properties for skin and hair

Vinyl Dimethicone

VINYL DIMETHICONE

A silicone that controls product texture and creates a smooth, even application

Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer

Blend of silicone polymers Functions as a thickening agent and texture enhancer

Vinyldimethicone

VINYLDIMETHICONE

A silicone polymer that adjusts product texture and spreadability

Viola Mandshurica Flower Extract

VIOLA MANDSHURICA FLOWER EXTRACT

A plant extract with antioxidant properties, traditionally used in Asian skincare

Viola Odorata Flower Extract

VIOLA ODORATA FLOWER EXTRACT

A floral extract traditionally used to mask and soften the sensory profile of skincare formulations

Viola Odorata Leaf Extract

VIOLA ODORATA LEAF EXTRACT

A botanical extract with gentle fragrance-masking properties

Viola Tricolor Extract

VIOLA TRICOLOR EXTRACT

A plant extract traditionally used to calm and protect the skin

Viola Yedoensis Extract

VIOLA YEDOENSIS EXTRACT

A plant extract traditionally used to support skin barrier function and reduce inflammatory responses

Violacein

VIOLACEIN

A naturally derived purifying pigment with antioxidant properties

Viscum Album (Mistletoe)

VISCUM ALBUM (MISTLETOE)

A traditional plant extract with emerging research into immune-modulating skin benefits

Viscum Album Extract

VISCUM ALBUM EXTRACT

A plant extract traditionally used to soothe and condition skin

Viscum Album Leaf Extract

VISCUM ALBUM LEAF EXTRACT

A plant extract traditionally used to calm and soothe reactive skin

Vitamin A

Also known as retinol

Vitamin B12

Antioxidant with benefits for skin barrier

Vitamin B3

Essential vitamin for barrier health and brightening

Vitamin B5

Provides Anti-ageing, Hydration

Vitamin C

Ascorbic Acid

A daytime antioxidant that also softens the look of dark marks

Vitamin D

Vitamin E

Tocopherol

An oil-soluble antioxidant that also conditions the skin

Vitamin K

phytonadione

Fat-soluble vitamin, technically known as phytonadione Applying it to skin won't improve unevenness or dark circles

Vitamin K2

Menaquinone-4

Fat-soluble vitamin for reducing dark circles and bruising

Vitex Agnus Castus Extract

VITEX AGNUS CASTUS EXTRACT

A botanical extract traditionally used to support skin clarity and balance

Vitex Agnus-Castus Fruit Extract

VITEX AGNUS-CASTUS FRUIT EXTRACT

A plant extract traditionally used to support skin condition and hormonal balance

Vitex Trifolia Fruit Extract

VITEX TRIFOLIA FRUIT EXTRACT

Plant extract with skin-conditioning properties from the vitex trifolia plant

Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Fruit Extract

Extracted from the fruit of grapes

Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Extract

Contains proanthocyanidins, polyphenols, flavonoids, and anthocyanins, all of which are very potent antioxidants

Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil

An emollient, non-fragrant plant oil

Vitis Vinifera Flower Cell Extract

VITIS VINIFERA FLOWER CELL EXTRACT

Plant cell extract from grape flowers offering antioxidant and skin-protective properties

Vitis Vinifera Flower Extract

VITIS VINIFERA FLOWER EXTRACT

A plant extract that conditions and softens the skin

Vitis Vinifera Fruit Cell Extract

VITIS VINIFERA FRUIT CELL EXTRACT

A plant extract with antioxidant properties that may support skin resilience

Vitis Vinifera Fruit Extract

VITIS VINIFERA FRUIT EXTRACT

A polyphenol-rich grape extract that helps protect skin from oxidative stress

Vitis Vinifera Fruit Meristem Cell Culture

VITIS VINIFERA FRUIT MERISTEM CELL CULTURE

Plant cell culture extract with antioxidant properties to support skin resilience

Vitis Vinifera Fruit Water

Vitis vinifera (grape) fruit water

Aqueous solution obtained from grapes Recognized as a skin-conditioning agent

Vitis Vinifera Juice

VITIS VINIFERA JUICE

A plant-derived antioxidant sourced from grape juice

Vitis Vinifera Juice Extract

VITIS VINIFERA JUICE EXTRACT

A polyphenol-rich plant extract that helps protect skin from oxidative stress

Vitis Vinifera Leaf Extract

VITIS VINIFERA LEAF EXTRACT

A plant extract that may help support skin resilience and reduce inflammatory responses

Vitis Vinifera Leaf Oil

VITIS VINIFERA LEAF OIL

A plant oil that softens skin texture and provides subtle fragrance

Vitis Vinifera Oil

VITIS VINIFERA OIL

A lightweight oil rich in antioxidants, primarily used for fragrance in skincare formulations

Vitis Vinifera Seed

VITIS VINIFERA SEED

A plant-derived conditioning agent rich in polyphenols from grape seeds

Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil

VITIS VINIFERA SEED OIL

A lightweight plant oil rich in antioxidants and fatty acids for skin conditioning

Vitis Vinifera Seed Powder

VITIS VINIFERA SEED POWDER

A plant-derived powder that softens and conditions the skin barrier

Vitis Vinifera Skin Extract

VITIS VINIFERA SKIN EXTRACT

A plant-derived antioxidant from grape skins that helps defend skin against oxidative stress

Vitis Vinifera Skin Powder

VITIS VINIFERA SKIN POWDER

Plant-derived antioxidant powder from grape skin with conditioning properties

Vitis Vinifera Stem Extract

VITIS VINIFERA STEM EXTRACT

A polyphenol-rich plant extract that conditions and protects the skin

Vitis Vinifera Vine Extract

VITIS VINIFERA VINE EXTRACT

A plant extract that conditions and supports skin's natural moisture balance

Vitis Vinifera Vine Sap

VITIS VINIFERA VINE SAP

A plant-derived conditioning agent that helps maintain skin hydration and softness

Vitreoscilla Ferment

VITREOSCILLA FERMENT

A fermented bacterial extract designed to support skin barrier strength and resilience

Volcanic Ash

VOLCANIC ASH

A mineral-derived physical exfoliant sourced from volcanic rock deposits

Volcanic Rock

VOLCANIC ROCK

A naturally derived abrasive with antioxidant properties, typically used in physical exfoliants

Volcanic Sand

VOLCANIC SAND

A mineral-derived exfoliant and skin conditioning agent from volcanic origin

Volcanic Soil

VOLCANIC SOIL

A mineral-rich soil extract traditionally used to condition and support skin texture

Vp/Dimethylaminoethylmethacrylate Copolymer

VP/DIMETHYLAMINOETHYLMETHACRYLATE COPOLYMER

A film-forming polymer that creates structure and hold in skincare formulations

Vp/Dmapa Acrylates Copolymer

VP/DMAPA ACRYLATES COPOLYMER

A film-forming polymer that provides structural support and hold in skincare formulations

VP/Eicosene Copolymer

VP Eicosene Copolymer

Film-forming agent often used in water-resistant sunscreens to improve adherence to skin Also works as a viscosity-increasing agent to enhance texture

Vp/Hexadecene Copolymer

VP/HEXADECENE COPOLYMER

A synthetic polymer that creates a protective film and stabilises product texture

VP/VA Copolymer

Vinyl Acetate

A polymer, or large molecule, used in skin and hair care Film-forming agent that can hinder moisture loss

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