Ingredient dictionary

AHA, also known as alpha hydroxy acid, exfoliates skin and improves signs of ageing, dry skin and an uneven skin tone.

Ahnfeltiopsis concinna extract is a type of red algae with calming and hydrating properties for skin.

A type of brown seaweed rich in amino acids, plant proteins, minerals, and other compounds that visibly influence aging factors within skin.

Pronounced "ah-sigh-ee", this small berry has a deep purple colour and is a rich source of antioxidants.

This fruit extract is a potent source of antioxidants and hydrating polysaccharides.

Functions as an antioxidant.

Antioxidant known to help visibly fade discolourations and soothe skin. It also helps skin naturally produce its own hyaluronic acid content.

Acetyl hexapeptide-1 is a synthetic peptide composed of the amino acids alanine, arginine, histidine, leucine, phenylalanine and tryptophan.

This synthetic peptide is composed of amino acids (alanine, proline, serine, and glycine). It works to help skin’s layers maintain adequate hydration.

One of several peptides used in skin care products, this ingredient has skin-restoring and water-binding properties, helping it improve both the look and feel of skin.

Acetyl tetrapeptide-11 is a synthetic peptide that helps skin look and feel healthier.

Acetyl tetrapeptide-5 is a synthetic peptide that has calming, smoothing, hydrating, and firmness-enhancing benefits when applied to skin.

Anti-aging peptide that helps visibly restore skin’s natural support.

This ingredient, also known as yarrow extract, has antioxidant and calming properties for skin.

Actinidia chinensis (kiwi) fruit extract is an excellent source of antioxidants, including vitamin C.

Known for wrinkle-smoothing and skin-soothing benefits. Adenosine is also naturally present in skin, allowing for ideal biocompatibility.

Also known as AMP, adenosine phosphate is a skin-soothing and restoring ingredient that's similar to adenosine triphosphate.

Energizing molecule found in all living cells also that acts as a soothing ingredient and antioxidant.

This natural byproduct produced by the human body has the potential to fight several signs of aging.

Soothing ingredient with significant skin-calming properties. Can be derived from plants (such as chamomile) or made synthetically.

This oil from black currants is rich in antioxidants and moisturizing linolenic acid.

This fruit extract is a rich source of polyphenols that have both antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits for skin.

These substances regulate how certain cells behave and could improve numerous skin conditions.

This oil from a plant also called kukui nut has hydrating and anti-aging properties for skin.

Can be an antioxidant in skin care products.

Algae are very simple, chlorophyll-containing organisms.

The extract of very simple, chlorophyll-containing organisms.

An ingredient that can be naturally derived or made synthetically. It has skin-soothing and moisturising properties, making it an excellent inclusion in products designed for sensitive skin.

A mixture of the fatty acid and triglyceride components of several non-fragrant plant oils, including almond, borage, linseed, and olive.

Non-volatile oil extracted from the seeds of almonds and used as an emollient.

Commonly used plant extract that has soothing properties, antioxidant qualities, and serves as a hydrating agent.

This extract taken from the aloe plant may also be listed as aloe extract or aloe juice.

This form of aloe is the powder form of the aloe barbadensis leaf plant.

Commonly used plant extract that has soothing properties, antioxidant qualities, and serves as a hydrating agent.

Hydrating ingredient dervied from Aloe barbadensis.

Aloe vera is a commonly used plant extract that has soothing properties, antioxidant qualities, and serves as a hydrating agent.

Soothing ingredient with significant skin-calming properties. Can be derived from plants (such as chamomile) or made synthetically.

This natural prebiotic helps reinforce and support a healthy microbiome while helping skin become less likely to show signs of irritation.

Also known as AHA, it exfoliates skin and improves signs of ageing, dry skin and an uneven skin tone.

Alpha lipoic acid is an enzyme that, when applied topically on skin, appears to be a very good antioxidant, and is believed to have numerous soothing effects.