Ingredient Guide: Know What’s in Your Products

Our Ingredient Guide (A–Z)

Transparency you can trust, care you can feel.

At LakeHouse Naturals, we believe you deserve to know exactly what’s in the products you bring into your home. Every formula we carry is carefully selected to meet our clean standards, with a focus on plant-based ingredients, biodegradability, and thoughtful sourcing.

Below is a clear, alphabetical guide to the ingredients found across our collection, along with a simple explanation of the role each one plays.

Customer receiving product guidance from Jennifer at LakeHouse Naturals in Camdenton, Missouri

A

Alcohol (Ethyl) – Plant-derived alcohol used in surface cleaning formulas.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice – Aloe vera leaf juice that hydrates and soothes skin and scalp.
Ananas Sativus (Pineapple) Fruit Extract – Pineapple extract that supports gentle exfoliation and skin conditioning.
Aqua (Water) – Purified water used as a clean, stable base.

B

Bambusa Arundinacea Powder – Finely milled bamboo powder used for natural texture support.
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter – Shea butter that deeply conditions and softens.

C

Camellia Sinensis (Camellia) Leaf Oil – Tea leaf oil that nourishes and softens hair.
Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract – Green tea extract providing antioxidant support.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract – Antioxidant-rich green tea extract that supports skin and scalp health.
Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil – Lightweight tea seed oil that nourishes hair and skin.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride – Coconut-derived lightweight carrier oil.
Capryl Caprylyl Glucoside – Plant sugar-derived cleansing and solubilizing ingredient.
Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside – Coconut and sugar-derived mild cleanser and solubilizer.
Carrageenan – Seaweed-derived natural gelling agent.
Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil – Safflower oil that nourishes and softens.
Cetyl Alcohol – Plant-derived fatty alcohol that thickens and softens (non-drying).
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract – Chamomile extract known for calming properties.
Chondrus Crispus Extract – Seaweed extract that supports texture and conditioning.
Citric Acid – Naturally occurring acid used to balance pH.
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Sweet Orange) Peel Oil – Essential oil distilled from orange peel.
Citrus Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil – Bergamot oil extracted from citrus peel.
Citrus Paradisi (Pink Grapefruit) Oil – Grapefruit essential oil cold-pressed from peel.
Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine – Coconut-derived foaming ingredient that enhances mildness.
Cocamidopropylamine Oxide – Coconut-based foam booster.
Cupressus Sempervirens (Cypress) Oil – Cypress essential oil distilled from evergreen branches.
Cyamopsis Tetragonoloba (Guar) Gum – Guar bean gum used for natural thickening and slip.

D

Decyl Glucoside – Plant sugar-based cleanser that is mild and biodegradable.

E

Ethyl Hempate – Hemp-derived emollient that softens skin.

G

Gluconodeltalactone – Naturally derived ingredient used in gentle preservation systems.
Gluconolactone – Mild, naturally derived acid used to support product stability.
Glycerin – Plant-derived humectant that draws moisture to skin and hair.
Glyceryl Stearate – Plant-based emulsifier that helps oils and water blend smoothly.
Glycolic Acid – Naturally derived alpha hydroxy acid used for smoothing and pH balance.
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride – Plant-derived conditioning ingredient that improves softness and manageability.

H

Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil – Sunflower oil that nourishes and conditions.
Hydroxyethylcellulose – Plant cellulose-derived thickener.

L

Lactic Acid – Naturally fermented alpha hydroxy acid used to balance pH.
Lauryl Glucoside – Sugar-derived cleanser that gently lifts impurities.
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Oil – Lavender essential oil steam-distilled from flowers.

M

Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter – Mango seed butter that adds richness and softness.
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Oil – Tea tree essential oil steam-distilled from leaves.
Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil – Cornmint essential oil with naturally cooling properties.

O

Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract – Olive leaf extract providing antioxidant support.
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil – Rice bran oil that adds shine and conditioning.

P

Potassium Sorbate – Food-grade preservative used to help prevent mold and yeast growth.

Q

Quillaja Saponaria Extract – Soapbark extract containing naturally occurring plant cleansing compounds.

R

Rosa Canina Fruit Oil – Rosehip oil rich in essential fatty acids.
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract – Rosemary extract that supports oil freshness and stability.
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Oil – Rosemary essential oil distilled from aromatic leaves.

S

Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Extract – Sage extract that supports scalp and skin wellness.
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil – Jojoba oil that balances and softens.
Sodium Benzoate – Food-grade preservative used in water-based formulas.
Sodium Citrate – Mineral salt used to balance pH.
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate – Very mild coconut-derived cleanser that creates creamy foam.
Sodium Cocoyl Methyl Taurate – Gentle coconut-based cleanser that supports soft lather.
Sodium Cocoate – Coconut oil soap that provides natural cleansing.
Sodium Gluconate – Plant-derived stabilizer that improves performance in hard water.
Sodium Methyl Oleoyl Taurate – Mild, coconut-derived cleansing ingredient.
Sodium Phytate – Plant-derived mineral binder that improves formula stability.
Sodium Safflowerate – Safflower oil soap used for gentle cleansing.
Sorbic Acid – Naturally derived preservative used in water-based formulas.
Squalane – Olive or sugarcane-derived lightweight conditioner.
Stearyl Alcohol – Plant-derived fatty alcohol that improves texture and softness.

T

Tocopherol – Vitamin E antioxidant that protects plant oils.
Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E) – Stable form of Vitamin E used in skin conditioning formulas.

V

Vaccinium Uliginosum Berry Extract – Antioxidant-rich berry extract used in conditioning formulas.
Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract – Vanilla bean extract carried in plant oil.

X

Xanthan Gum – Fermented plant sugar thickener.
Xylityl Caprate/Caprylate – Coconut and plant sugar-derived ingredient that supports preservation and skin softness.

What We Leave Out

You’ll find a full ingredient list on each product page. So you can shop with clarity and confidence.