This glossary is for educational purposes. Ingredient lists are subject to change. Please refer to product packaging for the most up-to-date ingredient list for any item.
Why Korina Naturals uses these ingredients
Korina Naturals formulas focus on botanical oils, plant-derived balms, mineral clays, botanical powders, and carefully selected essential oils. The goal is to create formulas that help moisturize, soften, cleanse, polish, and condition the skin while keeping ingredient lists easy to understand.
This glossary is structured to help quickly connect each ingredient to relevant product pages, making it easier to explore the collection by ingredient interest, skin feel, or formula type.
Quick ingredient comparison
| Ingredient | Common skin feel | Texture profile | Found in |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jojoba oil | Combination to oily-feeling skin | Lightweight | Natural Face Serum – Oily or Acne Prone |
| Meadowfoam seed oil | Normal to dry-feeling skin | Silky | Natural Face Serum – Normal to Dry |
| Grapeseed oil | Combination or oily-feeling skin | Very light | Cleanse; Oily or Acne Prone Serum |
| Rosehip | Normal, dry, or mature-feeling skin | Light to medium | Normal to Dry Serum; Sensitive Serum |
| Kaolin clay | Most skin types | Powder mask / exfoliant | Face Exfoliant; all three mask powders |
A
Activated Charcoal
Activated charcoal is a porous carbon ingredient commonly used in masks to help absorb excess oil and lift away surface buildup from the skin.
Derived from
Carbon-rich material that has been processed to create a highly porous surface.
Key properties
- oil-absorbing
- clarifying
- surface-cleansing
Products containing
Apricot Kernel Oil
Apricot kernel oil is a lightweight botanical oil that helps soften skin and support a smooth, conditioned feel without a heavy finish.
Derived from
Kernels of the apricot fruit.
Key properties
- lightweight emollient
- skin-softening
- conditioning
- moisturizing
Products containing
Natural Face Serum – Normal to Dry, Natural Perfume Oil – Ylang, Lavender & Sandalwood
Argan Oil
Argan oil is a nutrient-rich botanical oil valued for helping moisturize and condition the skin while supporting a healthy-looking complexion.
Derived from
Kernels of the argan tree.
Key properties
- conditioning
- moisturizing
- skin-softening
- antioxidant support
Products containing
Natural Face Serum – Normal to Dry
Avocado Oil
Avocado oil is a rich botanical oil that helps nourish and condition dry-feeling skin while supporting the skin’s natural moisture barrier.
Derived from
Fruit or seed of the avocado, depending on the specific source oil used in a formula.
Key properties
- moisturizing
- conditioning
- skin-softening
- barrier-supporting
Products containing
Natural Face Serum – Normal to Dry, Natural Lip Balm – Lavender & Mint, Natural Lip Balm – Lavender & Lemon, Natural Lip Balm – Orange, Natural Lip Balm – Orange & Peppermint
B
Beeswax
Beeswax is a natural wax that helps give balms structure and creates a protective layer that helps reduce moisture loss from the skin and lips.
Derived from
Wax produced by honey bees.
Key properties
- occlusive support
- texture-building
- protective
- conditioning
Products containing
Natural Lip Balm – Lavender & Mint, Natural Lip Balm – Lavender & Lemon, Natural Lip Balm – Orange, Natural Lip Balm – Orange & Peppermint
Bentonite Clay
Bentonite clay is a mineral clay commonly used in masks to help absorb excess oil and leave skin feeling fresh and clarified.
Derived from
Naturally occurring mineral clay formed from weathered volcanic ash.
Key properties
- oil-absorbing
- clarifying
- surface-cleansing
Products containing
Bergamot Essential Oil
Bergamot essential oil is a citrus-derived aromatic oil used to add a fresh scent profile and a balanced, refreshed feel in skincare and fragrance formulas.
Derived from
Peel of the bergamot orange.
Key properties
- aromatic
- refreshing
- skin-conditioning
Products containing
Natural Face Serum – Oily or Acne Prone, Cleanse – Makeup Remover & Cleansing Oil, Natural Perfume Oil – Neroli & Vetiver
Brown Sugar
Brown sugar is a physical exfoliant used to help polish away surface buildup and leave skin feeling smoother and softer.
Derived from
Sugar crystals with retained molasses content.
Key properties
- exfoliating
- smoothing
- texture-refining
Products containing
Face Exfoliant – Coffee, Oats, Fine Sugar
C
Castor Oil
Castor oil is a rich emollient that adds cushion and glide to formulas while helping skin and lips feel smooth and conditioned.
Derived from
Seeds of the castor plant.
Key properties
- emollient
- conditioning
- glide-enhancing
- texture-building
Products containing
Body Oil – Geranium, Body Oil – Lavender, Natural Lip Balm – Lavender & Mint, Natural Lip Balm – Lavender & Lemon, Natural Lip Balm – Orange, Natural Lip Balm – Orange & Peppermint
Chamomile Powder
Chamomile powder is a botanical powder used in masks for its gentle, skin-comforting profile.
Derived from
Dried chamomile flowers ground into a fine powder.
Key properties
- skin-comforting
- softening
- botanical support
Products containing
French Green Clay Mask Powder – Detoxify, Charcoal Mask Powder – Purify
Coconut Oil
Coconut oil is a rich plant oil used to add moisture and cushion to balm formulas.
Derived from
Oil from the coconut fruit.
Key properties
- moisturizing
- conditioning
- skin-softening
Products containing
Natural Lip Balm – Lavender & Mint, Natural Lip Balm – Lavender & Lemon, Natural Lip Balm – Orange, Natural Lip Balm – Orange & Peppermint
Coffee Grounds
Coffee grounds are used as a physical exfoliant to help buff away dry surface cells and leave skin feeling smoother.
Derived from
Ground roasted coffee beans.
Key properties
- exfoliating
- smoothing
- texture-refining
Products containing
Face Exfoliant – Coffee, Oats, Fine Sugar
Cucumber Seed Oil
Cucumber seed oil is a lightweight botanical oil that helps condition the skin and add a soft, silky after-feel.
Derived from
Seeds of cucumbers.
Key properties
- conditioning
- lightweight emollient
- skin-softening
Products containing
F
Fine White Sugar
Fine white sugar is a gentle physical exfoliant used to help smooth rough-feeling skin and refine texture.
Derived from
Refined sugar crystals.
Key properties
- exfoliating
- smoothing
- texture-refining
Products containing
Face Exfoliant – Coffee, Oats, Fine Sugar
Fractionated Coconut Oil
Fractionated coconut oil is a lightweight, fast-absorbing emollient used to soften skin and improve slip without a heavy or greasy feel.
Derived from
Coconut oil that has been processed to remove long-chain fatty acids.
Key properties
- lightweight emollient
- fast-absorbing
- conditioning
- texture-enhancing
Products containing
Natural Face Serum – Normal to Dry, Natural Face Serum – Sensitive, Face Exfoliant – Coffee, Oats, Fine Sugar, Body Oil – Geranium, Body Oil – Lavender, Natural Lip Balm – Lavender & Mint, Natural Lip Balm – Lavender & Lemon, Natural Lip Balm – Orange, Natural Lip Balm – Orange & Peppermint, Natural Perfume Oil – Ylang, Lavender & Sandalwood
Frankincense Essential Oil
Frankincense essential oil is a resin-derived aromatic oil often used to support a smooth-feeling, balanced finish and a warm scent profile.
Derived from
Resin of Boswellia trees.
Key properties
- aromatic
- balancing
- skin-conditioning
Products containing
Natural Face Serum – Oily or Acne Prone, Moroccan Red Mask Powder – Rebalance
French Green Clay
French green clay is a mineral-rich clay used in masks to help absorb excess oil and refresh the look of the skin.
Derived from
Naturally occurring green mineral clay.
Key properties
- oil-absorbing
- clarifying
- surface-cleansing
Products containing
French Green Clay Mask Powder – Detoxify
G
Geranium Essential Oil
Geranium essential oil is a floral aromatic oil used in skincare and body care for its balanced scent and skin-conditioning feel.
Derived from
Leaves and flowers of the geranium plant.
Key properties
- aromatic
- skin-conditioning
- refreshing
Products containing
Natural Face Serum – Normal to Dry, Natural Face Serum – Oily or Acne Prone, Body Oil – Geranium
Grapeseed Oil
Grapeseed oil is a lightweight botanical oil that helps moisturize and condition skin without leaving a heavy residue.
Derived from
Seeds of grapes.
Key properties
- lightweight moisturizer
- conditioning
- fast-absorbing
- antioxidant support
Products containing
Natural Face Serum – Oily or Acne Prone, Natural Face Serum – Sensitive, Cleanse – Makeup Remover & Cleansing Oil, Face Exfoliant – Coffee, Oats, Fine Sugar, Body Oil – Geranium, Body Oil – Lavender, Natural Perfume Oil – Neroli & Vetiver, Natural Perfume Oil – Jasmine & Sandalwood
Green Tea Powder
Green tea powder is a botanical powder used in masks to support a refreshed, comfortable skin feel.
Derived from
Finely ground green tea leaves.
Key properties
- botanical support
- skin-comforting
- antioxidant support
Products containing
French Green Clay Mask Powder – Detoxify
J
Jasmine Essential Oil
Jasmine essential oil is a floral aromatic ingredient used in fragrance formulas for its rich, elegant scent.
Derived from
Flowers of the jasmine plant.
Key properties
- aromatic
- floral
- fragrance-enhancing
Products containing
Natural Perfume Oil – Jasmine & Sandalwood
Jojoba Oil
Jojoba oil is technically a liquid wax ester that helps condition skin and support a balanced, comfortable feel.
Derived from
Seeds of the jojoba plant.
Key properties
- conditioning
- moisturizing
- balancing
- skin-softening
Products containing
Natural Face Serum – Oily or Acne Prone, Cleanse – Makeup Remover & Cleansing Oil, Body Oil – Geranium, Body Oil – Lavender, Natural Lip Balm – Lavender & Mint, Natural Lip Balm – Lavender & Lemon, Natural Lip Balm – Orange, Natural Lip Balm – Orange & Peppermint
K
Kaolin Clay
Kaolin clay is a gentle mineral clay used to help absorb excess oil and refine the feel of the skin’s surface.
Derived from
Naturally occurring kaolin mineral clay.
Key properties
- gentle oil-absorbing
- clarifying
- surface-smoothing
Products containing
Face Exfoliant – Coffee, Oats, Fine Sugar, French Green Clay Mask Powder – Detoxify, Charcoal Mask Powder – Purify, Moroccan Red Mask Powder – Rebalance
L
Lavender Essential Oil
Lavender essential oil is an aromatic oil used in skincare, body care, lip care, and fragrance formulas for its soft floral scent and skin-conditioning feel.
Derived from
Flowers of the lavender plant.
Key properties
- aromatic
- skin-conditioning
- refreshing
Products containing
Natural Face Serum – Normal to Dry, Cleanse – Makeup Remover & Cleansing Oil, Body Oil – Lavender, Natural Lip Balm – Lavender & Mint, Natural Lip Balm – Lavender & Lemon, Natural Perfume Oil – Ylang, Lavender & Sandalwood
Lemon Essential Oil
Lemon essential oil is a citrus aromatic used to add a bright, fresh scent profile.
Derived from
Peel of the lemon fruit.
Key properties
- aromatic
- refreshing
- fragrance-enhancing
Products containing
Natural Lip Balm – Lavender & Lemon
M
Macadamia Nut Oil
Macadamia nut oil is a smooth botanical oil that helps condition the skin and support a soft after-feel.
Derived from
Nuts of the macadamia tree.
Key properties
- conditioning
- moisturizing
- skin-softening
Products containing
Cleanse – Makeup Remover & Cleansing Oil
Meadowfoam Seed Oil
Meadowfoam seed oil is a stable botanical oil known for helping lock in moisture while leaving skin feeling soft and smooth.
Derived from
Seeds of the meadowfoam plant.
Key properties
- moisture-retaining
- conditioning
- skin-softening
Products containing
Natural Face Serum – Normal to Dry, Natural Face Serum – Oily or Acne Prone
Moroccan Red Clay
Moroccan red clay is a mineral clay used in masks to help remove excess surface buildup while leaving skin feeling refreshed.
Derived from
Naturally occurring red mineral clay.
Key properties
- clarifying
- surface-cleansing
- texture-refining
Products containing
Moroccan Red Mask Powder – Rebalance
N
Neroli Essential Oil
Neroli essential oil is a floral citrus aromatic prized in fragrance formulas for its bright, elegant scent.
Derived from
Flowers of the bitter orange tree.
Key properties
- aromatic
- floral-citrus
- fragrance-enhancing
Products containing
Natural Perfume Oil – Neroli & Vetiver
O
Oats
Ground oats are used in exfoliating formulas to help soften the feel of skin while supporting a gentle scrub texture.
Derived from
Ground oat grain.
Key properties
- skin-softening
- gentle exfoliation support
- texture-balancing
Products containing
Face Exfoliant – Coffee, Oats, Fine Sugar
Orange Essential Oil
Orange essential oil is a citrus aromatic used to add a bright, juicy scent to lip and fragrance formulas.
Derived from
Peel of the orange fruit.
Key properties
- aromatic
- refreshing
- fragrance-enhancing
Products containing
Natural Lip Balm – Orange, Natural Lip Balm – Orange & Peppermint, Natural Perfume Oil – Neroli & Vetiver
P
Passionfruit Seed Oil
Passionfruit seed oil, also called maracuja oil, is a lightweight botanical oil that helps moisturize and condition the skin with a silky finish.
Derived from
Seeds of the passionfruit.
Key properties
- conditioning
- lightweight moisturizing
- skin-softening
Products containing
Natural Face Serum – Normal to Dry
Peppermint Essential Oil
Peppermint essential oil is an aromatic oil known for its crisp, cooling scent profile.
Derived from
Leaves of the peppermint plant.
Key properties
- aromatic
- refreshing
- fragrance-enhancing
Products containing
Natural Lip Balm – Lavender & Mint, Natural Lip Balm – Orange & Peppermint
R
Raspberry Seed Oil
Raspberry seed oil is a botanical oil that helps nourish and condition the skin while supporting a soft, supple feel.
Derived from
Seeds of raspberries.
Key properties
- conditioning
- moisturizing
- antioxidant support
Products containing
Natural Face Serum – Normal to Dry, Natural Face Serum – Sensitive
Rose Petal Powder
Rose petal powder is a botanical powder used in masks to add a soft, comforting skin feel.
Derived from
Dried rose petals ground into a fine powder.
Key properties
- botanical support
- skin-softening
- comforting
Products containing
Moroccan Red Mask Powder – Rebalance
Rosehip
Rosehip appears in Korina formulas as both rosehip seed oil and rosehips powder. It is used to help condition the skin and support a smooth, healthy-looking complexion.
Derived from
Seeds or fruit of the rosehip.
Key properties
- conditioning
- skin-softening
- antioxidant support
Products containing
Natural Face Serum – Normal to Dry, Natural Face Serum – Oily or Acne Prone, Natural Face Serum – Sensitive, Moroccan Red Mask Powder – Rebalance
S
Sandalwood Essential Oil
Sandalwood essential oil is a warm, woody aromatic used in fragrance formulas for depth and balance.
Derived from
Wood of the sandalwood tree.
Key properties
- aromatic
- woody
- fragrance-enhancing
Products containing
Natural Perfume Oil – Ylang, Lavender & Sandalwood, Natural Perfume Oil – Jasmine & Sandalwood
Shea Butter
Shea butter is a rich plant butter used to help moisturize and soften lips while adding cushion to balm formulas.
Derived from
Nuts of the shea tree.
Key properties
- rich emollient
- moisturizing
- conditioning
- skin-softening
Products containing
Natural Lip Balm – Lavender & Mint, Natural Lip Balm – Lavender & Lemon, Natural Lip Balm – Orange, Natural Lip Balm – Orange & Peppermint
Sunflower Oil
Sunflower oil is a lightweight botanical oil used to cleanse while helping skin feel soft and conditioned.
Derived from
Seeds of the sunflower.
Key properties
- conditioning
- lightweight emollient
- skin-softening
Products containing
Cleanse – Makeup Remover & Cleansing Oil
Sweet Almond Oil
Sweet almond oil is a smooth, emollient oil that helps moisturize and soften the skin while improving glide.
Derived from
Kernels of sweet almonds.
Key properties
- moisturizing
- conditioning
- skin-softening
- glide-enhancing
Products containing
Body Oil – Geranium, Body Oil – Lavender, Natural Perfume Oil – Ylang, Lavender & Sandalwood, Natural Perfume Oil – Jasmine & Sandalwood
T
Tea Tree Essential Oil
Tea tree essential oil is an aromatic oil used in skincare formulas to help leave skin feeling fresh and balanced.
Derived from
Leaves of the tea tree plant.
Key properties
- aromatic
- refreshing
- balancing
Products containing
Natural Face Serum – Oily or Acne Prone
V
Vetiver Essential Oil
Vetiver essential oil is a grounding aromatic used in fragrance formulas for its earthy scent character.
Derived from
Roots of the vetiver plant.
Key properties
- aromatic
- earthy
- fragrance-enhancing
Products containing
Natural Perfume Oil – Neroli & Vetiver
Vitamin E (Tocopherol)
Vitamin E, often listed as tocopherol, is used in skincare formulas to help condition the skin and support formula stability.
Derived from
Typically sourced from vegetable oils.
Key properties
- conditioning
- antioxidant support
- formula-supporting
Products containing
Natural Face Serum – Normal to Dry, Natural Face Serum – Oily or Acne Prone, Natural Face Serum – Sensitive, Cleanse – Makeup Remover & Cleansing Oil, Body Oil – Geranium, Body Oil – Lavender, Natural Lip Balm – Lavender & Mint, Natural Lip Balm – Lavender & Lemon, Natural Lip Balm – Orange, Natural Lip Balm – Orange & Peppermint, Natural Perfume Oil – Ylang, Lavender & Sandalwood
Y
Ylang Ylang Essential Oil
Ylang ylang essential oil is a floral aromatic used in skincare and fragrance formulas for its rich scent profile.
Derived from
Flowers of the ylang ylang tree.
Key properties
- aromatic
- floral
- fragrance-enhancing
Products containing
Natural Face Serum – Normal to Dry, Natural Perfume Oil – Ylang, Lavender & Sandalwood
Ingredient glossary FAQs
What ingredients are used in Korina Naturals products?
Korina Naturals formulas feature botanical oils, plant butters, waxes, mineral clays, exfoliating sugars, oats, botanical powders, and essential oils. This glossary highlights the ingredients currently used across published product pages on the site and links each ingredient to the products where it appears.
Which Korina Naturals ingredients are used for dry-feeling skin?
Ingredients commonly used in richer-feeling formulas include argan oil, avocado oil, sweet almond oil, shea butter, apricot kernel oil, rosehip, and meadowfoam seed oil. You can also use the comparison table on this page to quickly spot oils and ingredients commonly associated with softer, more conditioned skin feel.
Which Korina Naturals ingredients are lightweight?
Several Korina formulas use lighter-feeling oils such as grapeseed oil, jojoba oil, fractionated coconut oil, raspberry seed oil, and passionfruit seed oil. These ingredients are commonly chosen for formulas that aim to leave skin feeling conditioned without a heavy after-feel.
Why does the ingredient glossary say ingredient lists are subject to change?
Cosmetic ingredient lists can change over time as formulas, sourcing, or labeling are updated. For that reason, this glossary is designed as an educational resource, while the product packaging remains the most current reference for the exact ingredient list for any item you purchase.