Ingredients Starting With Z

Zanthoxylum Bungeanum Fruit Extract

Zanthalene

Fruit from a plant also called prickly ash Major component of Sichuanese cuisine

Antioxidant

Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract

ZANTHOXYLUM PIPERITUM FRUIT EXTRACT

A plant extract studied for its potential to reduce facial wrinkles through muscle relaxation

Skin Conditioning

Zanthoxylum Schinifolium Leaf Extract

ZANTHOXYLUM SCHINIFOLIUM LEAF EXTRACT

A botanical extract with skin-conditioning properties from the Sichuan pepper plant

Skin Conditioning

Zea Mays (Corn) Oil

Provides Hydration

Emollient

Zea Mays Cob Meal

ZEA MAYS COB MEAL

A natural exfoliating agent derived from maize cob for gentle mechanical buffing

Exfoliants

Zea Mays Cob Powder

ZEA MAYS COB POWDER

A finely-milled exfoliant derived from maize cob material

Exfoliants

Zea Mays Corn Starch

corn starch

Starch obtained from corn that can be formulated to serve different roles Most famously used as an absorbent that tempers shine on oily skin

Absorbent

Zea Mays Germ Oil

ZEA MAYS GERM OIL

A lightweight plant oil that conditions skin and helps maintain moisture balance

Emollient

Zea Mays Kernel Extract

ZEA MAYS KERNEL EXTRACT

A plant-derived binder and thickener derived from corn kernel

Texture Enhancer

Zea Mays Kernel Meal

ZEA MAYS KERNEL MEAL

A finely ground corn-based exfoliant that gently buffs away surface debris

Exfoliants

Zea Mays Leaf Extract

ZEA MAYS LEAF EXTRACT

A plant extract with potential skin-conditioning properties derived from maize leaves

Skin Conditioning

Zea Mays Oil

ZEA MAYS OIL

A lightweight plant oil that conditions skin and hair whilst offering emollient benefits

Emulsifier

Zea Mays Silk Extract

ZEA MAYS SILK EXTRACT

A plant-derived antioxidant from corn silk that may help protect skin from UV damage and reduce pigmentation

Skin Conditioning

Zea Mays Starch

ZEA MAYS STARCH

A natural starch that absorbs excess moisture and helps refine skin texture

Exfoliants

Zeatin

ZEATIN

A plant-derived compound that may help skin retain moisture and resist UV-induced ageing

Skin Conditioning

Zeaxanthin

ZEAXANTHIN

A plant-derived carotenoid that helps protect skin from oxidative stress

Antioxidant

Zein

ZEIN

A natural film-forming protein that conditions hair and skin with a protective layer

Film-Forming Agent

Zeolite

ZEOLITE

A porous mineral that absorbs excess oil and moisture in formulations

Absorbent

Zerumbone

Extracted from the stems of fully grown wild ginger

Antioxidant

Zinc

Essential nutrient for humans

Antioxidant

Zinc Acetate

ZINC ACETATE

A zinc salt with purifying properties used to help manage bacterial growth on skin

Preservative

Zinc Ascorbate

ZINC ASCORBATE

A stabilised form of vitamin C that works as an antioxidant to protect skin from environmental stress

Antioxidant

Zinc Borosilicate

ZINC BOROSILICATE

A glass-derived bulking agent that adds texture and stability to skincare formulations

Texture Enhancer

Zinc Carbonate

Mineral compound for oil absorption and skin calming

Texture Enhancer

Zinc Chloride

ZINC CHLORIDE

A mineral salt with established uses in oral care and skin-soothing formulations

Soothing Agents

Zinc Citrate

ZINC CITRATE

A zinc compound primarily used in oral care formulations

Preservative

Zinc Coceth Sulfate

ZINC COCETH SULFATE

A zinc-based surfactant that cleanses and stabilises formulations

Emulsifier

Zinc Dibutyldithiocarbamate

ZINC DIBUTYLDITHIOCARBAMATE

A zinc-based purifying compound traditionally used in rubber manufacturing and industrial applications

Antioxidant

zinc gluconate

Zinc Stearate

The zinc salt of gluconic acid, a mild acid produced from the sugar glucose

Humectant

Zinc Glycinate

ZINC GLYCINATE

A zinc compound that supports skin's natural antioxidant defences

Tonic

Zinc Hydrolyzed Collagen

ZINC HYDROLYZED COLLAGEN

A collagen peptide with zinc to support skin conditioning and structural integrity

Skin Conditioning

Zinc Hydrolyzed Hyaluronate

ZINC HYDROLYZED HYALURONATE

A zinc-stabilised humectant that draws moisture into the skin whilst providing mineral support

Humectant

Zinc Lactate

ZINC LACTATE

A zinc compound with deodorant properties, commonly used in personal care formulations

Skin Conditioning

Zinc Myristate

ZINC MYRISTATE

A zinc salt that stabilises formulations and conditions the skin

Texture Enhancer

Zinc Oxide

The physical blocker

Sunscreen Filters

Zinc Palmitoyl Nonapeptide-14

ZINC PALMITOYL NONAPEPTIDE-14

A peptide derivative that supports skin barrier function and cellular regulation

Peptides

Zinc Peroxide

ZINC PEROXIDE

An oxidising agent with potential applications in acne and scalp concerns

Zinc Phenolsulfonate

ZINC PHENOLSULFONATE

A zinc compound with purifying and astringent properties for blemish-prone skin

Preservative

Zinc Phosphate

ZINC PHOSPHATE

A mineral salt with emerging research into skin-comforting and skin inflammation support

Chelating Agent

Zinc Picolinate

ZINC PICOLINATE

A zinc compound that may support skin barrier function and skin-comforting

Soothing Agents

Zinc Pyrithione

Zinc

Cosmetic preservative that is effective against many pathogens Most popular in anti-dandruff shampoos

Antioxidant

Zinc Retinoate Hydroxide

ZINC RETINOATE HYDROXIDE

A stabilised retinoid compound offering antioxidant and skin-conditioning benefits

Sunscreen Filters

Zinc Ricinoleate

ZINC RICINOLEATE

A zinc salt that absorbs moisture and odour, commonly used in powder formulations

Absorbent

Zinc Silicate

ZINC SILICATE

A bioactive mineral that supports skin repair and antioxidant defence

Skin Conditioning

Zinc Sulfate

Water-soluble zinc for acne and oil control

Cleansing Agent

Zinc Undecylenate

ZINC UNDECYLENATE

A zinc salt with purifying properties, used to help manage fungal skin concerns

Preservative

Zingiber Aromaticus Extract

Zingiber aromaticum

Has antioxidant properties Name can be synonymous with Zingiber zerumbet

Antioxidant

Zingiber Officinale Root

ZINGIBER OFFICINALE ROOT

A warming plant extract traditionally used to soothe and condition the skin

Skin Conditioning

Zingiber Officinale Root Juice

ZINGIBER OFFICINALE ROOT JUICE

A plant-derived skin conditioner from ginger root with traditional use in skincare formulations

Skin Conditioning

Zingiber Officinale Root Oil

ZINGIBER OFFICINALE ROOT OIL

A fragrant botanical oil with purifying properties and traditional skin-conditioning uses

Tonic

Zingiber Officinale Water

ZINGIBER OFFICINALE WATER

A ginger-derived ingredient with potential antioxidant and soothing properties

Plant Extracts

Zingiber Zerumbet Extract

ZINGIBER ZERUMBET EXTRACT

A tropical plant extract with emerging evidence for skin soothing and inflammatory skin conditions

Skin Conditioning

Ziziphus Joazeiro Bark Extract

ZIZIPHUS JOAZEIRO BARK EXTRACT

A plant-derived extract studied for supporting scalp health and reducing dandruff symptoms

Skin Conditioning

Ziziphus Jujuba Seed Extract

ZIZIPHUS JUJUBA SEED EXTRACT

A plant extract traditionally used to support skin conditioning and resilience

Skin Conditioning

Zostera Marina Extract

ZOSTERA MARINA EXTRACT

A marine extract with antioxidant potential, derived from seagrass

Skin Conditioning

Zymomonas Ferment Extract

ZYMOMONAS FERMENT EXTRACT

A fermentation-derived humectant that supports skin hydration and conditioning

Prebiotic/Probiotic/Postbiotic