Listen Now

How to Read Skincare Labels: Ingredient Lists, Logos and Beyond

We help you make sense of the jargon on the boxes of your next beauty purchase

Anjan Sachar

21 NOV ‘24

Skincare tips

Beauty Guide

Ingredient List

Label Decoding

Beauty Certifications

Skincare tips

Beauty Guide

Ingredient List

Label Decoding

Beauty Certifications

Keep reading to know...

01 If the makeup or skincare product label says:
02 Dermatologically Tested vs Dermatologist Recommended

When shopping for skincare routine and makeup products, the quest of reading ingredient lists and understanding logos and certifications can be super complicated, often even driving us away from a formula that could be good for us. Here's our guide to cracking beauty labels and understanding common certifications to ensure you make an informed decision when you shop next.

Simple Refreshing Face Wash with Pro-Vit B5 + Vit E - 150ml

Simple Refreshing Face Wash with Pro-Vit B5 + Vit E - 150ml

₹420

₹378

Simple Hydrating Light Moisturiser with Borage Seed Oil + Pro-Vit B5 + Vit E -125 ml

Simple Hydrating Light Moisturiser with Borage Seed Oil + Pro-Vit B5 + Vit E -125 ml

₹465

₹419

Simple Protecting Light Moisturiser 125 ml

Simple Protecting Light Moisturiser 125 ml

₹485

₹437

Ingredient List Basics

Vegan vs. Cruelty-Free

Paraben-Free and Sulphate-Free Explained

Dermatologically Tested vs. Recommended

Ingredient List Basics

Vegan vs. Cruelty-Free

Paraben-Free and Sulphate-Free Explained

Dermatologically Tested vs. Recommended

Anjan Sachar

Sr. Copywriter, BB Team

Anjan Sachar is an award-winning beauty editor and event curator with a decade of experience writing across beauty, wellness and lifestyle. Her works have appeared in Vogue, Elle, Harper's, to name a few. She is also the founder of The Red Lipstick Club. The two ways to spot her in a crowd: She'll have a bold red lipstick on and a stiff drink in her hand.
Connect with her on Instagram: @anjansachar

Share

Download as pdf

Next hot take...

Apple Cider Vinegar for Face: Benefits, Uses & How to Apply Safely for Skin

Sanya Anand17 FEB ‘26

Natural Argan Oil & Lavender Sulfate Free Anti-Frizz Shampoo - 400ml

Natural Argan Oil & Lavender Sulfate Free Anti-Frizz Shampoo - 400ml

₹658

₹658

Onion, Black Seed & Patchouli Hairfall Control Sulfate Free Shampoo - 400ml

Onion, Black Seed & Patchouli Hairfall Control Sulfate Free Shampoo - 400ml

₹658

₹658

LBP Natural Argan Oil & Lavender Paraben Free Anti-Frizz Conditioner - 400ml

LBP Natural Argan Oil & Lavender Paraben Free Anti-Frizz Conditioner - 400ml

₹785

₹705