Ingredients Starting With X
13 skincare ingredients in the glossary begin with X. Learn what each one does, how it works, and which products contain it.
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Xanthan Gum
Xanthomonas campestris (bacteria used in fermentation)Is a polysaccharide, which is a type of carbohydrate Used as an aqueous thickening agent, texture enhancer, and emulsion stabiliser
Xanthine
XANTHINEA purine alkaloid with potential antioxidant properties for skin conditioning
Xanthium Strumarium Fruit Extract
XANTHIUM STRUMARIUM FRUIT EXTRACTPlant extract with potential to help regulate melanin production and support even skin tone
Xanthophyll
Carotenoid pigments that exhibit yellow or brown colourings
Xanthophylls
Carotenoid pigments derived from plants, algae and fish
Ximenia Americana Oil
Plum oilLatin name for plum oil Has emollient properties
Ximenia Americana Seed Oil
XIMENIA AMERICANA SEED OILA plant-derived oil that softens and conditions the skin barrier
Xylene
XYLENEA solvent ingredient used primarily to dissolve fragrance and other components in formulations
Xylitol
A sugar that may be plant-derived or lab-made
Xylityl Sesquicaprylate
XYLITYL SESQUICAPRYLATEA multifunctional conditioning agent that supports hydration and formulation stability
Xyloglucan
XYLOGLUCANA plant-derived humectant with mucin-like properties for barrier support
Xylose
GlucoseA form of sugar Has hydrating properties for skin
Xymenynic Acid
A synthetic fatty acid Functions as a skin-softening agent
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