Ingredient Encyclopedia

Welcome to the Ingredient Encyclopedia

Discover what’s inside your skincare — from retinol to aloe vera — with clear guides on benefits, uses, and safety.

Ingredient Encyclopedia

Castor Oil – Benefits, Side Effects & Uses

by ThankMeNow Editors on Sep 11, 2025
Castor Oil - Our skin and hair’s cozy comfort blanket. This rich, golden oil is famous for its ability to deeply hydrate, soften, and protect. Extracted from the seeds of the Ricinus communis plant, it’s packed with nourishing fatty acids that keep your glow locked in — naturally.

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Coffee Seed Oil (Coffee Extract) – Benefits, Side Effects & Uses

by ThankMeNow Editors on Sep 11, 2025
Extracted from the seeds of the Coffea arabica plant, Coffee Seed Oil is rich in antioxidants and essential fatty acids that support healthy, glowing skin. Its naturally emollient texture helps restore softness and comfort — making it a favorite ingredient in face oils, serums, and body care products.

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Sweet Almond Oil – Benefits, Side Effects & Uses

by ThankMeNow Editors on Sep 11, 2025
Sweet Almond Oil is a lightweight, vitamin-E–rich botanical that softens dryness, boosts glow, and strengthens the skin’s moisture barrier. Gentle, soothing, and deeply nourishing, it’s ideal for dry, sensitive, or tight-feeling skin and pairs beautifully with hydrating serums for a smoother, healthier-looking complexion.

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Avocado Oil – Benefits, Side Effects & Uses

by ThankMeNow Editors on Sep 11, 2025
Avocado Oil is a rich, fatty-acid and antioxidant-packed plant oil that deeply nourishes, softens and comforts dry, tight-feeling skin. It strengthens the moisture barrier, reduces flakiness, supports recovery from actives, and adds long-lasting glow and resilience to any nighttime routine.