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Cosmetic Ingredient - Active
Cosmetic ingredients are considered single technologies/chemistries (that may include carriers, solvents, etc.) used as individual components in cosmetics and personal care preparations. Cosmetic ingredient entries are divided into two types: Active and Base ingredients.
Active Ingredient refers to an ingredient intended to influence biological activity.
Cosmetic Active Ingredient - Category: Color Cosmetics
Products that impart color to the skin or hair (foundation, eye shadow, lipstick, mascara, blush, nail polish, hair dyes, self tanners, etc.)
Cosmetic Active Ingredient - Category: Skin Care
Products to care for skin in general (moisturizers for face/body, barrier reinforcement, etc.)
Cosmetic Active Ingredient - Category: Anti-aging
Facial care products that target signs of aging (wrinkles, sagging, dullness, roughness, hyperpigmentation, dark circles, etc.) or support longevity and a youthful appearance (suppleness, glow, etc.); includes exfoliants and menopausal skin care
Cosmetic Active Ingredient - Category: Nutricosmetics
Products ingested for beauty benefits (supplements, collagen drinks, etc.)
Cosmetic Active Ingredient - Category: Sun/Light Protection
Products to protect skin/hair against UV, blue light and infrared damage (UV filters, SPF boosters, photostabilizers, hair color protectants, etc.)
Cosmetic Active Ingredient - Category: Hair/Scalp Treatments (New in 2026!)
Specialized treatments for hair and scalp issues (dandruff, itch, hair loss, hair damage, etc.)
Cosmetic Active Ingredient - Category: Acne/Compromised Skin Care (New in 2026!)
Products designed to address specific skin conditions (acne, eczema/psoriasis, post-procedural care, healing, stretch marks/scars, soothing/reinforcing sensitive skin, etc.)
Cosmetic Active Ingredient - Category: Hair/Scalp Care
Cleansing and care products for the hair and scalp (shampoos, conditioners, stylers, protectants, etc.)
Cosmetic Active Ingredient - Category: Bath, Body & Hygiene
Products that cleanse or maintain whole body health (soaps, shower gels, bubble baths, foams, bars, intimate cleansing, facial toners, hand sanitizers, body sprays, antiperspirants/deodorants, oral care, body powders, anti-cellulite, etc.)
Cosmetic Active Ingredient - Category: Wellness
Products designed to improve the user’s overall well-being and quality of life by promoting positive emotions, relaxation, immunity functions, etc. (e.g., fragrance, mind-body care, intimate care, etc.)