Gossypium
Gossypium refers to cotton, a plant from which various extracts and oils can be derived. In cosmetics, it is often used for its emollient, soothing, or conditioning properties, depending on the specific part of the plant used.
Plant extractVegan
BenefitModerate 1.5 / 4
Hydration i1.5 / 4
Whether the ingredient helps increase the skin’s water content — humectants that attract water, ingredients that reduce water loss, or ones that make skin feel less dry.
Soothing i1 / 4
Whether it can calm the skin — linked to less redness, irritation, discomfort, or visible reactivity.
Barrier support i1 / 4
Whether it supports the skin barrier — restoring lipids, reducing water loss, aiding barrier repair, or strengthening the skin’s protective function.
Rated by SpottyLabs' ingredient methodology, independent of brands.
What it helps with
- Provides emollient properties
- Offers soothing effects
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Frequently asked questions
- What part of the cotton plant is used in cosmetics?
- Different parts of the cotton plant can be used, including the seed oil, flower extract, or stem extract, each offering slightly different benefits.
