42 beauty brands you might be mispronouncing

Brianna Arps,Amanda KrauseSep 5, 2020, 03:11 IST

Are you a fan of NYX Cosmetics?Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images

Some of the most popular beauty brands have names that can be tricky to pronounce.
Glossier, L'Occitane, and NYX, for example, could be confusing to some.
Glossier is not pronounced "Gloss-ee-r" but rather "Gloss-ee-yay."
And NYX is not pronounced "N.Y.X" — it's "Nix."

If you've ever wondered how to pronounce the names of your favorite beauty brands, chances are you're not alone.

Several of them can get quite tricky — especially ones like Caudalie and Ole Henriksen that have origins overseas.

To lend you a helping hand, Insider has rounded up 42 brands and listed the correct way to pronounce them.

Algenist

Algenist products use algae to improve skin. Astrid Stawiarz/Stringer/Getty Images

Almay

Almay makeup is made for those with sensitive skin. Cindy Ord/Getty Images

Anastasia Beverly Hills

Anastasia Beverly Hills is known largely for their eyebrow and eyeshadow products. Rosdiana Ciaravolo/Getty Images

Batiste

The brand is known for its collection of affordable dry shampoo. Joe Scarnici/Getty Images

Besame Cosmetics

Besame Cosmetics takes inspiration from makeup trends of past decades. Angela Papuga

Boscia

Catering to sensitive skin, each item is made without preservatives. Sephora

Briogeo

Briogeo is known for its plant-based hair products. Presley Ann/Stringer/Getty Images

Caudalie

Antioxidants common in grape seeds and grape vines can be found in every product. Jonathan Leibson/Getty Images

Ciaté

The brand sells makeup and nail polish. Sephora

Clinique

The brand's skin care items are top picks among shoppers. Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images

Davines

High-end hair care crafted in Parma, Italy is its specialty. Davines

e.l.f.

E.l.f. stands for "eyes, lips, face." Astrid Stawiarz/Stringer/Getty Images

Estée Lauder

The luxury brand carries skin care products, makeup, and fragrance. Robin Marchant/Getty Images

Givenchy

The luxury beauty brand originated in France. SOPA Images/Getty Images

Glossier

Many recognize the brand for it's signature pink logo. John Sciulli/Stringer/Getty Images

Guerlain

Guerlain is a luxury beauty brand that was first founded in 1828. Eric Piermont/Getty Images

Huda Beauty

Huda Beauty founder Huda Kattan got her start as a beauty blogger. David M. Benett/Getty Images

Josie Maran

Most Josie Maran products are infused with Argan. Cindy Ord/Getty Images

Jouer Cosmetics

Makeup from Joer Cosmetics is vegan and cruelty-free. Sephora

Kérastase

The brand is often used by hairstylists backstage during fashion shows. Anna Webber/Getty Images

Kevyn Aucoin

Kevyn Aucoin is said to have pioneered the art of makeup contouring. Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images

Kiehl’s

The popular skin care brand was born in 1851 in Manhattan's East Village. Sephora

Korres

The brand combines modern medicine with ancient Greek recipes. Sephora

Lancôme

The brand is housed under its Parisian parent company, L'Oréal. Rachel Murray/Getty Images

Laneige

Laneige products use water science to improve the skin. SOPA Images/Getty Images

La Roche-Posay

Gentle cleansers and powerful sunscreens are among its staple products. Craig Barritt/Stringer/Getty Images

Laura Mercier

One of the most popular Laura Mercier products is the Translucent Setting Powder. Cindy Ord/Getty Images

L'Occitane

Chances are you've probably familiar with the brand's hand creams and moisturizes. Anne-Christine Poujoulat/Getty Images

Lorac

This beauty brand is based in Los Angeles, California. Kirk McKoy/Getty Images

Mally

Mally Beauty was created by professional makeup artist Mally Roncal. Astrid Stawiarz/Stringer/Getty Images

Morphe

Morphe often collaborates with beauty YouTubers. David Becker/Getty Images

NYX

The bargain brand offers professional makeup at lower prices. Kelly Sullivan/Getty Images

Ofra

The first Ofra cosmetics were made in 1994. Ofra Cosmetics

Ole Henriksen

Its color-coded collections address specific skin concerns. Sephora

Oribe

Many stars, including Jennifer Lopez, trust the brand with their hair. Oribe

OUAI

Kardashian hairstylist, Jen Atkins, created the line. Donato Sardella/Getty Images

Ouidad

Every item was made specifically for those with curly hair. Ouidad

Sephora

The retailer carries hundreds of brands, including it's own Sephora Collection and Sephora Favorites line. Sorbis/Shuttertsock

Shiseido

You can find everything from sheet masks to lip gloss within the brand's lineup. Keith Tsuji/Getty Images

Stila

The brand's name was allegedly derived from the Swedish word "still," which is believed to mean "style." Alli Harvey/Getty Images

Tatcha

All Tatcha products are inspired by Japanese beauty practices. Presley Ann/Stringer/Getty Images

Yves Saint Laurent

The luxury brand is famous for its lip products and fragrances. Rachel Murray/Getty Images

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