Ingredients starting with O

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• O-Cymen-5-Ol

  Deodorant (masks or reduces odour)Preservative (inhibits microbial growth)

  A preservative that keeps the formula from spoiling by keeping microbes in check. It also works as a deodorant. It may appear on labels as biosol or IPBC-free preservative names.

• Oat

  other

  No reviewed note yet.

• Oat Kernel Oil

  other

  No reviewed note yet.

• Oatmeal

  other

  No reviewed note yet.

• Ocimum Basilicum (Basil) Flower/Leaf Extract

  Tonic (CosIng functional class)

  No reviewed note yet.

• Ocimum Basilicum Flower/Leaf Extract

  Tonic (CosIng functional class)

  No reviewed note yet.

  CAS 84775-71-3

• Ocimum Basilicum Flowering Top

  other

  No reviewed note yet.

• Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract

  Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  No reviewed note yet.

  CAS 91845-35-1

• Octadecene/MA Copolymer

  Light stabiliser (protects the formula from light)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

  No reviewed note yet.

  CAS 25266-02-8

• Octanediol

  Plasticiser (keeps a film flexible)

  No reviewed note yet.

  CAS 629-41-4

• Octenylsuccinic Acid

  other

  No reviewed note yet.

• Octinoxate

  Light stabiliser (protects the formula from light)UV absorber (protects the formula from light, not a sunscreen filter)UV filter (filters UV rays)

  An organic UV filter that absorbs ultraviolet light. It also acts as a light stabilizer, helping the formula hold up when exposed to sunlight. You'll often see it listed as Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate.

  CAS 5466-77-3

• Octisalate

  Light stabiliser (protects the formula from light)UV absorber (protects the formula from light, not a sunscreen filter)UV filter (filters UV rays)

  An organic UV filter that absorbs ultraviolet light, and doubles as a light stabilizer to keep the formula steady in sun. It also appears on labels as Ethylhexyl Salicylate.

  CAS 118-60-5

• Octocrylene

  Light stabiliser (protects the formula from light)UV absorber (protects the formula from light, not a sunscreen filter)UV filter (filters UV rays)

  An organic UV filter that absorbs ultraviolet light. It also serves as a light stabilizer, helping keep other filters and the formula intact under sunlight.

  CAS 6197-30-4

• Octyl Acrylate

  No general role is recorded for this ingredient in the inventory we hold. That is a gap in our record, not a statement about the ingredient.

  CAS 2499-59-4

• Octyl Stearate

  other

  No reviewed note yet.

• Octyldodecanol

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)

  An emollient that softens and smooths skin feel, and a solvent that helps dissolve other ingredients. It also carries fragrance. Together this means the product spreads smoothly and stays blended.

• Octyldodecyl Benzoate

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  This is an emollient, so it softens and smooths skin feel. It also gives the product a lighter, more spreadable texture.

  CAS -

• Octyldodecyl Citrate Crosspolymer

  Humectant (holds moisture)

  This is a humectant, meaning it draws in and holds moisture. That helps keep the product from drying out.

  CAS -

• Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  An emollient that softens and smooths skin feel. In practice it gives the product a lighter, easier-to-spread texture.

• Octyldodecyl Oleate

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  An emollient that softens and smooths skin feel. It helps the product glide on and leave a conditioned finish.

• Octyldodecyl Olivate

  Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  No reviewed note yet.

  CAS 223706-58-9

• Octyldodecyl Pca

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  This is an emollient that softens and smooths skin feel, giving the product a smoother texture.

  CAS 37673-37-3

• Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

  An emollient that softens and smooths skin feel, and it also adjusts the thickness of the formula. This helps give the product a richer body and smoother spread.

• Octyldodecyl Xyloside

  Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

  No reviewed note yet.

  CAS 423772-95-6

• Oenocarpus Bataua Fruit Oil

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Moisturising (CosIng functional class)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  No reviewed note yet.

• Oenocarpus Bataua Seed Oil

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  No reviewed note yet.

• Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  No reviewed note yet.

  CAS 308064-97-3

• Oenothera Biennis Oil

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  An emollient oil from evening primrose seeds that softens and smooths the skin's feel. In practice it leaves skin feeling supple and less rough. You may also see it labeled as evening primrose oil.

• Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Powder

  other

  No reviewed note yet.

• Olea Europaea (Olive) Oil Unsaponifiables

  No general role is recorded for this ingredient in the inventory we hold. That is a gap in our record, not a statement about the ingredient.

  CAS 156798-12-8

• Olea Europaea Fruit Extract

  Bleaching (CosIng functional class)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  No reviewed note yet.

  CAS 84012-27-1

• Olea Europaea Fruit Oil

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  Olive fruit oil that conditions skin and adds fragrance to the product. It softens the skin's feel and contributes to the product's scent. Often listed simply as olive oil.

  CAS 8001-25-0

• Olea Europaea Fruit Volatile Oil

  No general role is recorded for this ingredient in the inventory we hold. That is a gap in our record, not a statement about the ingredient.

• Olea Europaea Leaf

  Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  This is olive leaf and stem used to condition skin. That means it helps skin feel softer and smoother.

  CAS 8001-25-0

• Olea Europaea Leaf Extract

  Fragrance ingredient (scent)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  No reviewed note yet.

  CAS 8001-25-0 / 84012-27-1

• Oleic Acid

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

  Oleic acid does two jobs: it softens and smooths skin feel, and it helps oil and water mix. That keeps the water and oil parts of the product blended together.

  CAS 112-80-1

• Oleic/Linoleic/Linolenic Polyglycerides

  Binder (holds the formula together)Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Emulsion stabiliser (keeps oil and water mixed)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

  No reviewed note yet.

• Oleth-10

  Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

  A cleansing agent and emulsifier that helps oil and water mix. This keeps the water and oil parts blended and helps lift away oils during use.

• Oleth-3

  Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

  Oleth-3 is an emulsifier, meaning it helps oil and water mix. This keeps the water and oil parts of the product blended into one smooth formula instead of separating.

  CAS 9004-98-2

• Oleth-3 Phosphate

  Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

  Oleth-3 Phosphate is a cleansing agent that helps lift away oil and dirt. In practice it lets the product rinse or wipe residue off the skin.

  CAS 39464-69-2

• Oleyl Alcohol

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Fragrance ingredient (scent)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Solvent (dissolves other ingredients)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

  Oleyl Alcohol softens and smooths skin feel and acts as a solvent that dissolves other ingredients. It also adjusts the thickness of the formula and contributes to scent. All this helps the product spread evenly and feel smooth.

  CAS 143-28-2 / 593-47-5

• Olibanum

  Fragrance ingredient (scent)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  No reviewed note yet.

  CAS 8050-07-5

• Olive Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Surfactant (cleanses or mixes oil and water)

  This ingredient does two jobs: it softens and smooths skin feel, and it helps oil and water mix. That means it keeps the water and oil parts blended while leaving the skin feeling conditioned.

  CAS -

• Omega-3 Fatty Acids

  No general role is recorded for this ingredient in the inventory we hold. That is a gap in our record, not a statement about the ingredient.

• Ononis Spinosa Root

  other

  No reviewed note yet.

• Ononis Spinosa Root Extract

  Anti-sebum (CosIng functional class)Soothing (CosIng functional class)

  No reviewed note yet.

• Opuntia Coccinellifera Fruit Extract

  Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  No reviewed note yet.

• Opuntia Ficus-Indica

  other

  No reviewed note yet.

• Opuntia Ficus-Indica Flower

  other

  No reviewed note yet.

• Opuntia Ficus-Indica Flower Extract

  Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  No reviewed note yet.

  CAS 90082-21-6

• Opuntia Ficus-Indica Leaf

  other

  No reviewed note yet.

• Opuntia Ficus-Indica Seed Oil

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  Opuntia Ficus-Indica Seed Oil, from prickly pear seeds, softens and smooths skin feel. In practice it gives the product a smoother, more conditioned finish on the skin.

  CAS 90082-21-6

• Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract

  Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  No reviewed note yet.

  CAS 90082-21-6

• Opuntia Ficus-Indica Whole

  other

  No reviewed note yet.

• Opuntia Tuna Fruit

  Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  Opuntia Tuna Fruit, from the prickly pear cactus, is a skin conditioning ingredient. It helps keep the skin feeling soft and smooth.

  CAS -

• Orange

  other

  No reviewed note yet.

• Orange Oil

  other

  No reviewed note yet.

• Orange Oil Terpeneless

  other

  No reviewed note yet.

• Orange Peel

  other

  No reviewed note yet.

• Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  No reviewed note yet.

  CAS 68553-81-1

• Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract

  Abrasive (physically scrubs)Absorbent (takes up oil or water)Bulking agent (adds volume)Hair conditioning (CosIng functional class)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  No reviewed note yet.

• Oryza Sativa (Rice) Hull Extract

  Moisturising (CosIng functional class)

  No reviewed note yet.

• Oryza Sativa (Rice) Starch

  No general role is recorded for this ingredient in the inventory we hold. That is a gap in our record, not a statement about the ingredient.

  CAS 9005-25-8

• Oryza Sativa Bran

  Abrasive (physically scrubs)Bulking agent (adds volume)other

  Rice bran that works as a mild abrasive and a bulking agent that fills out the formula. It provides a scrubbing texture and adds body to the product.

• Oryza Sativa Bran Cera

  Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  A wax from rice bran that conditions the skin. It helps soften the skin's feel. You may see it listed as rice bran wax.

• Oryza Sativa Bran Extract

  Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)Skin protecting (CosIng functional class)

  No reviewed note yet.

  CAS 90106-37-9

• Oryza Sativa Bran Wax

  Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  No reviewed note yet.

  CAS 8016-60-2

• Oryza Sativa Germ Extract

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  No reviewed note yet.

  CAS 90106-37-9

• Oryza Sativa Germ Oil

  Emollient (softens and smooths skin)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  An emollient oil from the rice germ that softens and smooths the skin's feel. In practice it leaves skin feeling supple.

• Oryza Sativa Lees Extract

  Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  No reviewed note yet.

  CAS 68553-81-1

• Oryza Sativa Seed Oil

  Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  Rice seed oil that conditions the skin. It helps keep skin feeling soft and smooth.

• Oryza Sativa Starch

  Absorbent (takes up oil or water)Binder (holds the formula together)Bulking agent (adds volume)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

  Rice starch that soaks up moisture, binds the mix together, adds body, and adjusts thickness. In practice it absorbs excess oil or water, holds the formula together, and controls how thick or thin it feels.

• Oryza Sativa Whole

  No general role is recorded for this ingredient in the inventory we hold. That is a gap in our record, not a statement about the ingredient.

• Oryzanol

  Antistatic (reduces static)Skin conditioning (CosIng functional class)

  Oryzanol is a skin conditioning ingredient that also reduces static. In practice it helps keep skin feeling smooth and keeps the product from building up static charge.

  CAS 11042-64-1 / 12738-23-7

• Oxothiazolidine

  Skin protecting (CosIng functional class)

  Oxothiazolidine is a skin protecting ingredient. It helps form a supportive layer that keeps the skin feeling protected.

  CAS 2682-49-7

• Oxybenzone

  Light stabiliser (protects the formula from light)UV absorber (protects the formula from light, not a sunscreen filter)UV filter (filters UV rays)

  Oxybenzone is an organic UV filter that absorbs ultraviolet light. It also works as a light stabilizer, helping the formula hold up under sun exposure. On labels it often appears as Benzophenone-3.

  CAS 131-57-7

• Ozokerite

  Binder (holds the formula together)Emulsion stabiliser (keeps oil and water mixed)Opacifier (makes the formula less see-through)Viscosity control (thickens or thins the formula)

  No reviewed note yet.

  CAS 64742-33-2