Skin Encyclopedia

An evidence-based skincare reference by SYNC Beauty.

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Sulfur in Skincare

a naturally occurring mineral used topically in cleansers, masks, and spot treatments to help manage acne, rosacea, and seborrheic dermatitis. It works mainly by gently exfoliating, absorbing excess oil, and...

Sulfur in Skincare

a naturally occurring mineral used topically in cleansers, masks, and spot treatments to help manage acne, rosacea, and seborrheic dermatitis. It works mainly by gently exfoliating, absorbing excess oil, and...

Titanium Dioxide

a mineral compound used as a broad-spectrum physical sunscreen filter that reflects, scatters, and absorbs ultraviolet light to protect the skin. It offers strong protection particularly in the UVB and...

Titanium Dioxide

a mineral compound used as a broad-spectrum physical sunscreen filter that reflects, scatters, and absorbs ultraviolet light to protect the skin. It offers strong protection particularly in the UVB and...

Zinc Oxide

a mineral compound used as a broad-spectrum physical sunscreen filter and gentle skin protectant that sits on the skin's surface to reflect and scatter UV light. It is one of...

Zinc Oxide

a mineral compound used as a broad-spectrum physical sunscreen filter and gentle skin protectant that sits on the skin's surface to reflect and scatter UV light. It is one of...

Zinc PCA

the zinc salt of pyrrolidone carboxylic acid (PCA), a multifunctional ingredient that combines zinc with a natural moisturizing factor found in skin. It is used to help balance the look...

Zinc PCA

the zinc salt of pyrrolidone carboxylic acid (PCA), a multifunctional ingredient that combines zinc with a natural moisturizing factor found in skin. It is used to help balance the look...

Allantoin and Soothing Actives

a category of gentle, skin-conditioning ingredients centered on allantoin, a compound found in plants like comfrey and also made synthetically, that helps calm, soften, and comfort the skin. Alongside allantoin,...

Allantoin and Soothing Actives

a category of gentle, skin-conditioning ingredients centered on allantoin, a compound found in plants like comfrey and also made synthetically, that helps calm, soften, and comfort the skin. Alongside allantoin,...

Bisabolol

a naturally occurring compound found in chamomile and the candeia tree, used in skincare as a gentle soothing and skin-conditioning active. It is valued for helping calm the look of...

Bisabolol

a naturally occurring compound found in chamomile and the candeia tree, used in skincare as a gentle soothing and skin-conditioning active. It is valued for helping calm the look of...