Ingredients Glossary
✨ The Essence Behind Every Drop
At Nude Brown Sugar, our formulations are more than skin-deep—they’re a love letter to nature and self-care. Every ingredient is thoughtfully chosen, not only for its purity and purpose, but for the way it speaks to your skin’s story. From the soft touch of botanicals to the richness of earth-born oils, our products are crafted with intention, comfort, and quiet strength. Explore the glossary below to meet the elements behind your ritual—each one selected to soothe, restore, and reveal your skin’s natural beauty.
Aloe Vera (Aloe Barbadensis)
A deeply soothing plant extract rich in vitamins and antioxidants.
Used For: Hydrating dry, sensitive, or irritated skin; supports healing and calms inflammation.
Argan Oil (Argania Spinosa)
A lightweight oil packed with vitamin E and fatty acids.
Used For: Moisturizing skin, fading scars, improving elasticity, and restoring radiance.
Arrowroot Powder
A natural starch derived from plants that provides a silky feel.
Used For: Reducing greasiness in butters; helps product absorb quickly into the skin.
Avocado Oil (Persea Gratissima)
Rich in fatty acids and vitamins A, D, and E.
Used For: Nourishing and softening dry, damaged, or aging skin.
Bergamot Essential Oil (Citrus Bergamia)
A citrus essential oil with antibacterial and calming properties.
Used For: Refreshing the skin and adding a natural, light fragrance to formulas.
Calendula Extract (Calendula Officinalis)
A gentle, healing botanical known for anti-inflammatory and skin-soothing benefits.
Used For: Reducing redness, healing minor burns, and calming sensitive or damaged skin.
Carbomer
A thickening agent used to stabilize gels and creams.
Used For: Providing texture and viscosity in gel-based formulas.
Chamomile Extract (Matricaria Recutita)
A calming herbal extract with anti-inflammatory and skin-brightening properties.
Used For: Soothing irritated or post-inflammatory skin and promoting even tone.
Cocoa Butter (Theobroma Cacao)
A rich emollient high in antioxidants and fatty acids.
Used For: Deep moisture, improving skin texture, and reducing the appearance of scars and stretch marks.
Coconut Oil (Cocos Nucifera)
A deeply moisturizing oil with antibacterial properties.
Used For: Softening skin, reducing dryness, and delivering nutrients.
Cucumber Extract (Cucumis Sativus)
Cooling and refreshing extract rich in water and minerals.
Used For: Reducing puffiness, calming irritation, and hydrating the skin.
Decyl Glucoside
A gentle plant-derived cleanser.
Used For: Creating a mild lather in cleansers without stripping or irritating sensitive skin.
Geranium Essential Oil (Pelargonium Graveolens)
An aromatic essential oil known for balancing skin.
Used For: Promoting skin renewal and improving tone and elasticity.
Glycerin (Vegetable-Derived)
A humectant that attracts moisture to the skin.
Used For: Enhancing hydration and smoothing dry, flaky skin.
Green Tea Extract (Camellia Sinensis)
Antioxidant-rich botanical that fights inflammation and premature aging.
Used For: Calming irritated skin and supporting post-inflammatory recovery.
Helichrysum Essential Oil (Helichrysum Italicum)
A powerful skin-repairing oil known as the “immortelle” flower.
Used For: Reducing scars, soothing inflammation, and promoting tissue regeneration.
Jojoba Oil (Simmondsia Chinensis)
A balancing, non-comedogenic oil that mimics skin’s natural sebum.
Used For: Moisturizing all skin types, especially acne-prone or sensitive skin.
Lavender Essential Oil (Lavandula Angustifolia)
Gentle floral oil with calming and antibacterial properties.
Used For: Soothing irritation, promoting relaxation, and calming the skin.
Licorice Root Extract (Glycyrrhiza Glabra)
A natural skin brightener and anti-inflammatory agent.
Used For: Fading dark spots, calming redness, and evening skin tone.
Mango Butter (Mangifera Indica)
A nutrient-rich butter full of fatty acids and vitamins A and C.
Used For: Deep hydration, skin regeneration, and softening rough or scarred areas.
Optiphen
A paraben- and formaldehyde-free preservative.
Used For: Protecting products from mold, yeast, and bacteria in water-based formulas.
Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5)
A humectant and moisturizer that improves skin barrier function.
Used For: Enhancing hydration and supporting skin repair.
Phenoxyethanol
A gentle, broad-spectrum preservative.
Used For: Preventing microbial growth in cosmetic formulations.
Polysorbate 20
An emulsifier derived from sugar alcohols.
Used For: Helping essential oils and water mix evenly in products.
Pumpkin Seed Oil (Cucurbita Pepo)
A nutrient-dense oil high in zinc and vitamin E.
Used For: Encouraging skin repair, firming, and improving tone.
Rose Fragrance / Rose Extract
A floral element used for its soothing aroma and romantic appeal.
Used For: Light natural fragrance and skin-softening benefits.
Rosehip Oil (Rosa Canina)
Rich in essential fatty acids, vitamin A and C.
Used For: Supporting skin regeneration, fading scars, and brightening dull skin.
Shea Butter (Butyrospermum Parkii)
A skin superfood full of vitamins A, E, and F.
Used For: Soothing dry, irritated skin, fading scars, and improving texture.
Stearic Acid
A natural fatty acid used as a thickener.
Used For: Enhancing product stability and giving a creamy, smooth feel.
Sunflower Oil (Helianthus Annuus)
A lightweight oil rich in linoleic acid and vitamin E.
Used For: Supporting skin barrier repair and soothing inflammation.
Sweet Almond Oil (Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis)
A gentle, nutrient-rich oil.
Used For: Soothing sensitive skin, improving texture, and softening scars and dry patches.
Tamanu Oil (Calophyllum Inophyllum)
An exotic oil known for powerful skin regeneration.
Used For: Healing scars, calming inflamed skin, and encouraging new tissue growth.
Turmeric (Curcuma Longa)
A bright yellow botanical with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.
Used For: Brightening dull skin, fading dark spots, and evening tone.
Vitamin E (Tocopherol)
A fat-soluble antioxidant.
Used For: Protecting skin from free radicals and supporting skin repair and elasticity.
White Willow Bark Extract (Salix Alba)
A natural source of salicylic acid.
Used For: Exfoliating dead skin cells and calming post-inflammatory skin.