Skincare Ingredients Glossary | Himsoul Natural & Effective Actives

Ingredients

Our ingredients are pure, pretty, and powerful.

Each of our ingredients is fresh, pure, and proven to do what it’s supposed to do. Our thoughtful selection process starts with a 4-step evaluation of performance, safety, sourcing, and environmental impact.

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ACB Fruit Mix (AHA)

Gently exfoliates and brightens skin, revealing a smoother, radiant complexion....

Argan

Argan: nutrient-rich oil nourishing skin, hair, heart, and health....

Apple

Apple extract is a natural antioxidant that brightens, hydrates, and revitalizes the skin....

Apricot

Nourishes, revitalizes, softens and improves the skin's elasticity to effectively...

Allantoin

Allantoin is a gentle, skin-soothing ingredient that heals, hydrates, and...

Aloe Vera

Known for its incredibly astringent and soothing properties, Aloe Vera helps...

Arbutin

Arbutin is a skin-brightening ingredient that evens tone and reduces pigmentation....

Ashwagandha

The renowned adaptogenic herb, Ashwagandha is a highly regarded Rasayana i.e. a rejuvenating herb in Ayurveda....

Bambusa Vulgaris Water

It hydrates, revitalizes, and helps maintain the skin’s natural elasticity and freshness....

Bakuchiol

A powerful herb for treating skin discoloration and hyper-pigmentation....

Berberis

Berberis, or Barberry, is a powerful botanical ingredient renowned for its antibacterial,...

Blueberry

Blueberry is an antioxidant-rich botanical that protects, nourishes, and revitalizes the skin....

Calendula

Calendula is a soothing botanical that calms, heals, and protects the skin naturally....

Ceramide complex

Helps calm redness and improves resilience, making the skin less reactive to environmental stressors....

Caprylic Capric Triglyceride

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is a lightweight, non-greasy emollient derived from coconut oil that moisturizes, smooths, and softens the skin....

Carrot Seed

Carrot Seed is a rejuvenating botanical that nourishes, protects, and revitalizes the skin....

Coco Glucoside

Coco Glucoside is a gentle, plant-based cleanser that purifies and hydrates the skin....

Coffee Bean

Coffe Bean extract fights wrinkles & puffiness with antioxidants. Boosts...

Chamomile Extract

Soothing & Calming: Chamomile extract is known for its natural anti-inflammatory properties,...

Cucumber

Cucumber is a soothing botanical that hydrates, refreshes, and calms the skin....

Fermented Rice

Fermented Rice is a natural elixir that nourishes, brightens, and revitalizes the skin....

Ginger

Ginger is a natural skincare ingredient that revitalizes, soothes, and protects the skin....

Glycerin

Glycerin is a powerful humectant that hydrates, softens, and protects the skin....

Gotu Kola- Centella Asiatica

Gotu Kola is a healing botanical that soothes, repairs, and rejuvenates the skin....

Grapefruit

It is used to reduce stress, stimulate circulation & enhance the mood. This oil...

Grape Liquid Extract

The extract supports moisture retention, keeping the skin soft, hydrated, and refreshed....

Green Tea

Green Tea is a powerful antioxidant that soothes, protects, and rejuvenates the skin....

GMOIST SEA GEL

GMOIST Sea Gel is a potent marine-based moisturizing ingredient designed to deliver long-lasting hydration....

Ginkgo Biloba

Rich in antioxidants, it boosts circulation, protects from damage, and revitalizes skin....

Hibiscus Flower

Deeply conditions and strengthens the hair from its roots to encourage stronger...

Himalayan Berberi

Himalayan Berberi is a natural botanical that soothes, protects, and brightens the skin...

Himalayan Rose

Himalayan Rose is a luxurious botanical that soothes, hydrates, and revitalizes the skin....

Himalyan Shilajit

Himalayan Shilajit: natural resin boosting energy, strength, vitality, wellness....

Honey

Honey is a natural humectant that hydrates, soothes, and nourishes the skin....

Hydrolyzed Rice

Hydrolyzed Rice is a nourishing ingredient that hydrates, softens, and strengthens the skin....

Hyaluronic Acid

Hyaluronic Acid is a powerful and naturally occurring molecule found in the skin, known for its exceptional ability to attract and retain moisture....

Jojoba Seed Oil

Helps improve skin elasticity, making the complexion softer, smoother, and more supple....

Kafal

Kafal, a nutrient-rich Himalayan berry, is a natural skincare ingredient celebrated...

Lavender

Lavender is soothing, calming and healing. It is known to relieve stress in aroma...

Lemon Peel

Rich in Vitamin C and natural anti-oxidants, it removes dead skin cells, evens...

Lecithin

Lecithin is a natural emollient that nourishes, hydrates, and protects the skin....

Liquorice (Mulethi)

It is effective in treating dull and dry hair. As an ingredient, it is well known to...

Lotus

Lotus is a natural botanical that hydrates, soothes, and brightens the skin....

Mango Butter

Mango Butter is a rich emollient that deeply nourishes, softens, and protects the skin....

Manjistha

Reduces discoloration of the skin and helps retain lustre and glow. It also helps to treat...

Morus Alba Bark

Morus Alba Bark: natural extract supporting blood sugar, immunity, and wellness....

Moringa Liquid Extract

Helps smooth rough patches, refine skin texture, and enhance natural softness....

Neem

Neem is a powerful botanical that purifies, soothes, and protects the skin....

Nirgundi

Nirgundi is a healing botanical that soothes, repairs, and protects the skin....

NIACINAMIDE (Vitamin-B3)

Evens skin tone, reduces pores, and strengthens the skin barrier for a healthier, radiant complexion....

Oat

Oats are a powerhouse skincare ingredient, known for soothing, hydrating,...

Oryza Sativa

Oryza Sativa is a natural extract that brightens, hydrates, and nourishes the skin....

Pomegranate

Pomegranate: antioxidant-rich fruit boosting heart health, immunity, and vitality....

Potassium Sorbate

Potassium Sorbate is especially suitable for formulations designed for sensitive skin....

Pyracantha Crenulata

Pyracantha Crenulata is a natural botanical known for its antioxidant, soothing,...

Radish Root Ferment

Radish Root Ferment is a natural preservative that protects and balances the skin....

Rice Bran Oil

When used topically, Rice Bran Oil improves circulation and evens out the...

Rose

Rosewater contains hydrating and toning properties that minimize fine lines. Rose-...

Rosehip Seed

Rosehip: vitamin C-rich fruit supporting skin, joints, and immunity....

Saccharomyces

Saccharomyces is a fermented ingredient that nourishes, revitalizes, and protects the skin....

Saffron

In Ayurveda, Saffron is grouped under "Varnya Gana", the category of herbs that...

Sandalwood Essential Oil

Sandalwood (known as Chandana in Sanskrit), derived from the Sandal tree (scientifically known as Santalaceae Santalum Album)...

Sea Buckthorn

Sea buckthorn: vitamin-rich berry supporting skin, heart, and immunity....

Shea Butter

Shea Butter protects the skin from environmental damage. it has UVB...

Sunflower Oil

Sunflower Oil is a nourishing oil that hydrates, protects, and strengthens the skin....

Soybean Seed

Soybean Seed is a nutrient-rich botanical that nourishes, firms, and revitalizes the skin....

Sodium Hyaluronate

Deeply hydrates and plumps the skin, enhancing moisture retention and smoothness....

Sodium PCA

Sodium PCA (Sodium Pyrrolidone Carboxylic Acid) is a highly effective, skin-identical humectant widely used in skincare....

Sodium Benzoate

Sodium Benzoate benefits the skin mainly by keeping skincare products safe, stable, and gentle to use....

Sodium Gluconate

Sodium Gluconate is a gentle and skin-friendly ingredient that helps maintain the stability and effectiveness of skincare products....

Strawberry Liquid Extract

Regular use promotes smoother, clearer, and more even-toned skin...

Tea tree

Tea Tree is a powerful botanical that purifies, soothes, and protects the skin....

Tulsi

Tulsi, also known as Holy Basil, is a revered skincare ingredient celebrated for...

Turmeric Extract

A classic grandmother’s remedy for building immunity, the golden, ginger-like, Turmeric spice, also known as Haldi in India....

Titanium Dioxide

Photostable by nature, ensuring consistent protection without breaking down under sunlight....

Vitamin B5

Vitamin B5 can help moisturize dry skin as well as treat acne and heal wounds. It can...

Vitamin E (Tocopherol)

Vitamin E has anti-oxidant properties, protects the skin from UV rays and...

Wild Mint

Wild Mint is a refreshing and potent skincare ingredient, known for its cooling,...

Witch Hazel

Witch Hazel is a natural astringent that tones, soothes, and protects the skin....

Zinc Oxide (Non-Nano)

Zinc Oxide (Non-Nano) is a safe, mineral-based ingredient widely used in skincare and sun care formulations for its broad-spectrum UV protection and skin-soothing properties....