Our Ingredient Philosophy

Formulated for Function.

Our ingredients are chosen for their efficacy, substantiated by peer-reviewed, scientific research, and included at concentrations that make a meaningful difference.

Key Ingredient Glossary

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1,2-Hexanediol

Hydration

1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic humectant that hydrates and plumps the skin by drawing in moisture.

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Adenosine

Anti-Wrinkle & Skin-Restoring

Adenosine is a water-soluble, yeast-derived ingredient that functions as a soothing and skin-restoring agent. It is known for its anti-wrinkle benefits and helps visibly improve the appearance of wrinkles with continued use. As a natural component of the body, it is generally well tolerated by all skin types.

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Allantoin

Moisturizing & Soothing

Allantoin is a well-established soothing ingredient that helps calm and soften the skin. It has moisturizing properties and is particularly effective at helping to mitigate the skin's response to stronger active ingredients, making it a valuable component of active-led formulas.

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Betaine

Moisture Balancing

Betaine is a skin-identical ingredient that occurs naturally in the body and functions as an osmolyte, helping the skin adapt to moisture fluctuations and maintain balanced hydration. It is a naturally occurring amino acid derivative found in foods like beets, spinach, and whole grains.

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Bifida Ferment Filtrate

Microbiome Support

Bifida Ferment Filtrate is an ingredient obtained through the fermentation of bifidobacterium strains. It supports the skin's microbiome and helps maintain a balanced skin surface, contributing to a healthier-looking complexion over time.

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Butylene Glycol

Enhanced Absorption & Hydration

Butylene Glycol is a hygroscopic ingredient, meaning it can increase skin's water content by drawing moisture to the skin. It also helps the formula spread evenly and absorb into the skin's surface. Butylene Glycol is Ecocert approved and used widely in natural skincare. It is also a food additive.

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Chondrus Crispus Extract

Hydration & Blue-Light Defense

Chondrus Crispus, also known as red algae, is rich in beta-carotene and contains powerful antioxidants such as zeaxanthin and lutein, which help protect the skin from the visible effects of blue light exposure. Its natural polysaccharides, peptides and amino acids help keep the skin hydrated, while carrageenan forms a protective film on the skin's surface, offering further defense against environmental stressors.

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Cucumis Melo (Melon) Fruit Extract

Antioxidant

Cucumis Melo Fruit Extract is derived from cantaloupe or honeydew melon, a rich source of vitamins A and C alongside a broad spectrum of antioxidant compounds. Its antioxidant properties help protect the skin from the visible effects of oxidative stress.

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Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate

Soothing & Antioxidant

Derived from the roots of the licorice plant, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate acts as an antioxidant and a potent soothing ingredient. It helps fight visible signs of aging caused by oxidative stress, soothe skin discomfort and calm visible signs of redness, supporting a smoother, more even-looking complexion.

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Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate

Brightening Antioxidant

A yeast-derived ferment rich in vitamins, amino acids and minerals, Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate delivers potent antioxidant benefits and helps visibly fade the appearance of dark spots over time. It also has skin-calming properties and supports a healthy skin barrier.

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Glycerin

Deep Hydration

A skin-identical humectant naturally present in the skin's outermost layer, Glycerin is one of the most effective and well-researched moisturizing ingredients in skincare. It draws water to the skin and helps maintain its moisture levels, defending against dryness, promoting sustained hydration, protecting against irritation and helping restore the skin's barrier.

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Hydrolyzed Collagen

Hydration, Plumping & Smoothening

Hydrolyzed collagen, also referred to as collagen peptides, is collagen that's been broken down into short chains of amino acids. It penetrates the stratum corneum, the outermost layer of the skin, and helps promote a smooth, plump and dewy appearance by drawing and binding moisture within the skin's surface.

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Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid

Deep Hydration

Hyaluronic Acid is a natural sugar present in the skin. It acts as a sponge, helping the skin retain water, making it hydrated and elastic. Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid is a lower molecular weight form of Hyaluronic Acid, allowing it to more readily penetrate the skin's surface layers. This results in increased hydration in the skin, promoting a visibly plump, smooth and dewy appearance.

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Hydroxyacetophenone

Moisturizing Antioxidant

Hydroxyacetophenone is a synthetic antioxidant capable of neutralizing several types of free radicals. It improves hydration and has notable soothing properties, helping to improve the skin's tolerance of active ingredients.

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Iris Florentina Root Extract

Antioxidant

Iris Florentina Root Extract is derived from the rhizome of the Iris Florentina plant and delivers antioxidant benefits due to its rich phytochemical composition. It can help fight skin discoloration and the appearance of fine lines.

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Lactobacillus Ferment

Soothing & Skin Defense

Made through the fermentation of the microorganism Lactobacillus, Lactobacillus Ferment has a potent soothing effect that helps strengthen the skin's ability to defend itself from aggressors. Research shows it also plays a role in helping the skin's microbiome maintain a healthy balance of flora, helping skin look calmer and more balanced.

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Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate

Soothing & Microbiome Support

Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate is a postbiotic ingredient derived from the probiotic Lactobacillus. It is a skin-conditioning agent known to help reinforce the skin's microbiome and for its pronounced soothing effect on the skin.

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Niacinamide

Brightening, Pore Refining & Smoothening

Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) is a highly researched skin-restoring ingredient that visibly brightens the complexion and combats uneven skin tone, reduces the appearance of large pores and helps maintain a healthy skin barrier. With continued use, it visibly improves the look of fine lines and wrinkles. Niacinamide can also help reduce the look of dry patches and flaky skin and helps support the skin's moisture barrier.

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Pyrus Communis (Pear) Fruit Extract

Brightening Antioxidant

Derived from the fruit of the common pear, Pyrus Communis Fruit Extract contains a rich profile of bioactive compounds including flavonoids and arbutin. Arbutin is known for its ability to improve the appearance of dark spots, while the extract's antioxidant properties combat pro-aging free radicals, promoting a more even-looking complexion.

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Sodium Hyaluronate

Deep Hydration & Barrier Protection

Sodium Hyaluronate is the sodium salt of Hyaluronic Acid, recognized for its ability to attract and bind moisture to the skin. It promotes a visibly plump, smooth and hydrated complexion.

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Sucrose

Hydration

Sucrose is a naturally derived sugar that functions as a humectant in skincare. Its water-binding properties help attract and retain moisture in the skin, working alongside other humectants in the formula to support sustained hydration.

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Tocopherol

Antioxidant Protection

Tocopherol is the natural form of Vitamin E and functions as an antioxidant. It helps protect the skin and the skin's natural collagen from environmental stress, working alongside other antioxidants to support the skin's healthy appearance.

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Tocopheryl Acetate

Antioxidant Protection

Tocopheryl Acetate is the ester form of Vitamin E, used in skincare for its antioxidant properties. It helps protect the skin from the visible effects of environmental stress, working alongside other antioxidants in the formula to support the skin's healthy appearance.

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Trehalose

Hydration & Antioxidant

Trehalose is a water-binding botanical sugar that hydrates the skin by attracting and retaining moisture. It also offers antioxidant protection, helping improve the skin's overall appearance over time.

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