Why Ingredient Transparency is Essential and Our Commitment to Your Confidence in Every Jar

At PiliBee, we want you to feel good about every product you place on your skin. That’s why we’re intentional about sourcing high-quality, trustworthy ingredients, and equally intentional about helping you understand what goes into your daily rituals.Read more about our Ingredient transparency below.

You may have picked up a skincare product before and wondered, “Why does this label look like a chemistry quiz?” You’re not alone. Many consumers notice unfamiliar names on ingredient lists, and it can feel mysterious or even intimidating.

Here’s the good news: Those names aren’t meant to confuse you, they’re meant to protect you.

The Science Behind the Names: What Does INCI Really Means?

The cosmetic world relies on a global system called INCI, or International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients. Think of INCI as a master dictionary created by scientists to standardize how ingredients are named across the world.

Why this matters:

• Consistency across countries

  • Whether you’re shopping in the U.S., Europe, or Asia, the ingredient name stays the same. That makes it easier to compare products and research ingredients with confidence.

• Clearer understanding for everyone

  • INCI names ensure that cosmetic chemists, dermatologists, regulatory bodies, and consumers are all speaking the same language.

• Better safety oversight

  • Standardized names make it easier to track ingredient safety, monitor updates, and identify potential allergens.

Who Decides INCI Names? A Global Community of Experts?

Behind this system are experts from organizations such as the Personal Care Products Council (PCPC), a collective of scientists from universities, regulatory agencies, and industry groups who volunteer their time to support transparency and consumer safety in cosmetics.

Their goal is simple:

Create a universal, trustworthy system that allows you to understand exactly what’s in your skincare.

Why This Benefits You as a Consumer

Ingredient transparency isn’t just a nice-to-have. it’s your right.

With INCI standards:

• You can get honest insight into what you’re buying.
• Skin professionals can quickly identify ingredients to help guide recommendations.
• You’re able to research products confidently, especially if you’re ingredient-conscious or have sensitive skin.

And because we believe in informed beauty, we proudly follow these standards in every PiliBee formulation.

Your Skin. Your Knowledge. Your Confidence.

The more you understand the language of ingredients, the more empowered you are to choose products that nurture your skin, align with your values, and support your wellbeing

We’re here to make that journey clear, transparent, and deeply enjoyable, every step of the way.

Check out our "What's Inside " Article for more information!