Aloe vera, also appear on ingredients lists as aloe barbadensis (aloe vera) leaf juice, contains around 75 active constituents, including Vitamins A,C & E to provide antioxidant protection, 8 enzymes to inhibit inflammatory processes in the body and 9 different minerals to support the body’s natural functioning. It also includes sugars to provide hydrating humectant properties, fatty acids to provide anti-inflammatory & antiseptic properties, and hormones to promote wound healing.

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dehydration

fine lines

impaired barrier

lack of radiance

loss of firmness

pigmentation

rough skin

skin redness

This multi-tasking essence addresses roughness, dullness, and dehydration while providing antioxidant protection. The inclusion of nutrient-rich greens and Centella Asiatica helps to soothe and balance the skin, while hyaluronic acid ensures deep hydration.

aloe vera

Beta Glucans are polysaccharides found naturally in oats, fungi, seaweed and yeast. They are best known for its skin-soothing properties, showing excellent effects at reducing redness and other symptoms of sensitive skin. They do this via barrier-supporting properties, as they form a film on the skin’s surface to offer protection against daily environmental stressors, which can aggravate sensitive skin. They also stimulate macrophage function in the body (immune cells which fight invading bacteria), so offer added benefit to those with already compromised skin barriers more susceptible to bacterial infection, for example ezcema-prone or or drier skin types. Their polysaccharide nature makes them an effective humectant, meaning they can draw water molecules towards them to plump and hydrate the area.

beta glucan

brown algae

centella asiatica

Ceramides are long chains of lipids, which occur naturally within the epidermis. Their function is to hold the skin cells together by creating a barrier against water-loss from the inside-out, and external aggressors from the outside-in. They make up almost 50% of our skins composition, but they can be depleted by UV, free radicals & pollution, and their production also naturally slows with age. This leads to an impaired skin barrier, which results in dry, rough skin with more visible wrinkling and redness. Applying ceramides topically can increase the levels of ceramides in the epidermis, and therefore supports the natural healthy functioning of the skin.

ceramides

ginkgo biloba extract

Glycerin is a humectant present in all natural lipids. It works to attract water molecules towards it, plumping & hydrating the applied area, resulting in smooth, soft, hydrated skin. It is one of the most widely used humectants in skincare, due to it’s high performance and broad availability (making it very cost-effective). Recent research has shown that it’s ability to penetrate the layers of the skin is superior to that of low molecular weight hyaluronic acid, making it a brilliant choice for overall skin hydration, and suitable for all skin types.

glycerin

green tea extract

Green Tea is a natural plant extract, rich in polyphenols, also known as catechins. Green Tea is particularly high in the catechin Epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG), which is a powerful antioxidant, meaning it can neutralise free radicals to prevent them causing damage within the skin. It is one of the most well researched natural plant extracts used in skincare, with studies also showing it to have an anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial effect.

Hyaluronic acid is a polysaccharide which occurs naturally in the body. Hyaluronic acid works as an extremely powerful humectant, able to attract 1000x its own weight in water, to immediately plump and hydrate the area it is applied to. The body’s own production of hyaluronic acid slows with age, so supplementing this ingredient in topical formulations helps to support the skin’s natural moisture-binding, anti-ageing mechanisms.

hyaluronic acid

Lecithin can be classed as a phospholipid, which occurs naturally in eggs, soybean, sunflower oil and corn. It contains a high concentration of fatty acids, which support the skin’s natural barrier by creating a lipid film to prevent trans-epidermal water loss (TEWL). Lecithin also has lipophilic & hydrophilic properties, meaning it can function as an emulsifier and skin penetration-enhancer, helping to deliver actives deeper into the skin.

lecithin

Our outer layer of the skin, the stratum corneum, has a multilamellar structure (essentially a fine membrane), made up of lipids (fats), to form a non-permeable barrier. This keeps water inside the skin, and acts as the first defense against external aggressors. The lipids which make up the majority of this are known as ceramides, which are produced naturally in the body from a range of other naturally-occurring lipids, which we class here as essential lipids (not the same as essential fatty acids, which are deemed ‘essential’ as the body cannot produce these naturally.) Using these lipids in skincare helps to support the natural skin barrier, preventing water-loss to keep skin hydrated and balanced.

oat extract

Phytosphingosine (PS) is a lipid which naturally occurs in the stratum corneum (the top, visible layer of our epidermis). This acts as a precursor for ceramide synthesis, meaning it encourages the skin to produce ceramides naturally.

Studies have also shown PS to offer anti-acne benefits, it is believed by reinforcing the protective barrier, and therefore reducing specific abnormalities in the skin functioning that lead to acne (invading inflammatory bacteria, increased keratinization, increased sebaceous gland activity).

phytosphingosine

prebiotics

red algae

turmeric root extract

vitamin e

Multi-tasking vegan skin essence that soothes, balances, hydrates and protects
 
 Packed with 33 nutrient-rich greens, including upcycled artichoke, broccoli and asparagus, this nourishing, superfood toner purifies, hydrates, and boosts antioxidant protection. Our Phyto 7 Complex includes seven antioxidant-rich, freshly-sprouted greens that work to balance oil and visibly tighten pores while Upcycled Centella Asiatica and Hyaluronic Acid infuse the skin with soothing hydration.
 
 REAL RESULTS
 Clinically proven to:
 Improve pore size by 22%
 Increase pore tightening by 20%
 Reduce redness by 53%
 Increase inner and outer moisture by 146%¬†
 
 AFTER FOUR WEEKS
 94% saw a boost in hydration
 94% said it helped soothe skin
 
 Based on a clinical study, 20 subjects
 In a consumer survey, 32 participants over a four-week period

scarring

This gel moisturiser addresses dehydration and dryness, providing an instant surge of hydration with ingredients like Polyglutamic Acid and Aquaitol™. The nutrient-rich blend of Upcycled Kale and Super Green Complex helps balance and refine the skin, leaving it refreshed and glowing.

anti-ageing peptides

apple extract

avocado oil

Ectoin is an emollient used in skincare to help maintain moisture balance in the skin. New research shows it may also be able to protect against certain environmental aggressors, such as pollutants and UV. This is believed to be down to its antioxidant properties, as well as the ability to protect skin from dehydration from the surrounding environment.

ectoin

Lightweight, fast-acting, nourishing superfood moisturizer
 
 Deliver an instant surge of hydration with this fast-absorbing, fragrance-free gel moisturiser clinically proven to quench thirsty skin. The vegan moisturizing formula boasts a nutrient-rich blend of Upcycled Kale and a Super Green Complex, which balance and refine the skin, as well as Aquaitol‚Ñ¢ and Polyglutamic Acid, which replenish essential moisture and leaves the skin refreshed.
 
 REAL RESULTS
 Clinically proven to increase moisture by 124% in just one use
 
 AFTER ONE WEEK
 100% agreed the moisturizer soothes skin
 91% agreed skin looks and feels immediately hydrated
 88% agreed this moisturizer leaves skin with a noticeable glow
 
 AFTER TWO WEEKS
 89% experienced a reduction in dry, flaky patches
 89% saw a visible improvement in excess oil and shine
 
 In a clinical study, 20 subjects
 Based on a consumer survey of 37 participants over a two-week period

Unfragranced

Gluten free

Nut free

blackheads

blemishes

enlarged pores

This clay mask formula targets congestion in the skin by drawing out impurities and unclogging pores, leading to a clearer complexion. Key ingredients like kaolin clay and salicylic acid help absorb excess oil and exfoliate, while niacinamide improves skin texture and reduces redness.

Allantoin occurs naturally in the body, but can also be derived from the root of the Comfrey plant or Chamomile, or produced synthetically. It is used in skincare for its ability to promote wound healing and healthy tissue growth, by stimulating the fibroblasts in the dermis to produce collagen and elastin fibres, essential tissues for skin regeneration and healing. Allantoin has also been shown to have soothing and anti-irritant properties, which is thought to be down to its ability to form complexes with irritating agents, thus preventing them from activating inflammatory mechanisms within the skin.

allantoin

calendula extract

chamomile extract

Niacinamide, also known as Vitamin B3 and Nicotinamide, has many skincare benefits. Firstly, it regulates sebum production in the skin, which in turn reduces blemishes and visible pore size. It also reduces facial redness by improving microcirculation, which means moving the blood inside the capillaries away from the face to reduce visible redness. It also has the ability to strengthen the natural lipid barrier of the skin by encouraging ceramide production (the building blocks which seal our skin cells together), which in turn increases the hydration within the epidermis. Lastly, niacinamide works to help reduce hyperpigmentation by blocking melanin from being deposited on the skin cells.

niacinamide

Salicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid (BHA), which occurs naturally in willow bark. Salicylic acid works as an exfoliating acid to dissolve the keratin that binds the outermost layers of the skin, encouraging the natural exfoliation process of the skin.

Due to its oil-soluble form, salicylic acid can penetrate inside the pore, to clear out dead skin cell build up and prevent comedones (blocked pores) from occurring, or acne-causing bacteria to overpopulate within the pore. This P.Acnes bacteria is anaerobic so needs an oxygen-free environment to thrive, and thus require a pore to be blocked.

salicylic acid

sulfur

tea tree oil

willow herb extract

Cosmedix Clear Mask is a clarifying Deep Cleansing Face Mask that helps improve skin tone and texture by gently drawing out impurities to help unclog pores for a clearer-looking complexion that glows.
 WHAT IT DOES:
 
 Gently exfoliates to draw out pore-clogging impurities
 Aids in balancing the complexion for a less shiny appearance
 Helps reduce the appearance of redness
 
 Meet our secret weapon against skin imperfections Cosmedix Clear Mask. This top-rated Deep Cleansing Mask is formulated with kaolin clay, salicylic acid and sulfur to help gently exfoliate and trap excess oil and impurities that could potentially clog pores. Niacinamide, a form of vitamin B3, helps improve skin texture, while soothing natural botanicals help reduce the appearance of redness without leaving skin tight or dry. Kiss insecurity goodbye and say hello to a clearer, more vibrant and healthier-looking complexion that lasts.
 TRANSFORMATIVE INGREDIENTS
 Kaolin Clay | Helps draw out and absorb excess oil and impurities
 Sulfur | Helps purify skin
 Tea Tree Oil | Hydrates the skin for a smoother-looking complexion

An active eye serum that targets dark circles, fine lines, and wrinkles around the eyes. The formula includes liquid crystals for deep hydration and antioxidants like Spin Trap and Alpha Lipoic Acid to protect against environmental stressors. Copper Complex helps firm the skin, promoting a youthful appearance.

jojoba oil

Cosmedix Opti Crystal is Cosmedix's #1 bestselling, luxurious Liquid Crystal Eye Serum that is specially formulated with powerhouse ingredients to radically reduce the look of dark circles and improve the look of fine lines, wrinkles and sagging around the eyes.
 WHAT IT DOES:
 
 Helps hydrates the under eye area and plump the look of fine lines
 Helps protect under eye area from environmental stressors, which can accelerate signs of ageing
 Helps to drastically reduce the appearance of dark circles and crow?s feet
 
 Cosmedix Opti Crystal Eye Serum is more than just a pretty face?it?s the ultra-hydrating under eye treatment your routine has been missing. Praised by skincare professionals, beauty editors and influencers as a must-have, moisturising pick-me-up for tired-looking eyes, our best-selling eye serum is infused with soothing coconut and liquid crystal technology to deliver unprecedented hydration to the delicate eye area?softening the look of fine lines, dark circles and wrinkles over time. Enriched with powerful antioxidants such as Spin Trap and Alpha Lipoic Acid, Opti Crystal also helps protect eyes from harmful free radicals, which can accelerate signs of aging. Say hello to a more rested, youthful-looking appearance.
 TRANSFORMATIVE INGREDIENTS
 
 Copper Complex | Encourages the appearance of firmer, younger-looking skin
 Spin Trap and Alpha-Lipoic Acid | Fight harmful free radicals
 Liquid Crystals | Provide deep, lasting hydration

This creamy clay cleanser is great for improving radiance and evening out skin tone. The inclusion of Vitamin C and licorice root extract helps to brighten the complexion, while kaolin and safflower seed oil gently cleanse and nourish the skin.

Citric acid (in dilution) is often used in tiny quantities to adjust the pH of a formula to be more acidic. In higher doses, it acts as an Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA), encouraging the skin’s natural exfoliation process to brighten, smooth and refine overall skin texture.

citric acid

Kojic acid is produced naturally in a number of plant species, such as mushrooms, and is also a bi-product of the fermentation process of soy and rice wine. It is used in cosmetics for its ability to target hyperpigmentation, and works by inhibiting the enzyme tyrosinase, which is involved in producing the pigment in our skin, known as melanin. A reduction in the activity of this enzyme helps to minimise the overproduction of melanin, and help reduce areas of hyperpigmentation.

kojic acid

liquorice extract

Magnesium ascorbyl phosphate is a water-soluble, medium-strength, derivative of Vitamin C, designed to have improved stability vs. pure Vitamin C, with a strong conversion to ascorbic acid (the active form of Vit C) within the body. It has extremely low sensitization profile vs other forms which can cause stinging and dryness/irritation.

magnesium ascorbyl phosphate

Vitamin C has many skin benefits, including its action as an antioxidant, to neutralise free radicals (reactive molecules with an unpaired electron), preventing them from causing damage to cells within the body. Vitamin C is also involved in the collagen-production process, so provides anti-wrinkle activity through this mechanism. Lastly, Vitamin C inhibits the enzyme tyrosinase, which is involved in melanin-synthesis, and can therefore visibly reduce areas of hyperpigmentation in the skin.

pomegranate seed oil

safflower seed oil

This facial mist is great for reducing redness, improving hydration levels and uneven skin tone. Rose water and aloe vera help to soothe skin and hydrolyzed collagen enhances skin hydration. Ideal for adding a boost of added hydration into your routine. 

vitamin b5

Grace and Stella Rose Spray 240ml...spray all day.
 
 
 
 BEST SPA PRODUCT GLOBAL GREEN BEAUTY AWARDS 2023 (SILVER)
 
 
 
 The ultimate facial mist for keeping your skin fresh and hydrated, toning uneven skin tone, & reducing redness. Rose water has anti-inflammatory properties and maintains the skin's pH balance, helping with acne, dermatitis, eczema, and healing scar tissue. Makes you go "ahhh".
 WHAT MAKES IT MAGICAL
 
 
 A refreshing moisture boost for your skin barrier
 For that dewy, glowy look you've been after
 A 240ml bottle that lasts forever
 
 PERFECT FOR
 
 
 Refreshing and cooling skin in dry or hot weather
 
 Bringing down redness
 
 Maintaining the skin's pH balance
 
 Fighting acne by controlling excess oil
 
 
 KEY INGREDIENTS
 
 
 - Rose Damascena Flower Water tones, primes, moisturizes, hydrates, freshens up, and helps balance the pH of your skin
 - Aloe Vera Extract is one of the most effective calming ingredients for healing, soothing, and reducing inflammation
 - Hydrolyzed Collagen strengthens your skin by increasing elasticity and hydration that you lose as you age
 - Glycerin helps seal moisture into your skin, plumping and smoothing out fine lines and wrinkles

This gel cleanser targets dullness and uneven skin tone, helping to brighten and revitalise the complexion. The formula contains glycolic and lactic acids which help to gentle exfoliate the skin, promoting a clearer, more radiant appearance.

Glycolic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA), derived from sugar cane. AHAs work by dissolving the keratin binding the outermost layer of skin cells, speeding up the skin’s natural exfoliation process. This leads to smoother, brighter, clearer skin, whilst reducing skin discolouration & fine lines/wrinkles with continued use.

Glycolic acid has the smallest molecular weight of all the AHAs, meaning it can penetrate the skin quickest, producing the fastest results, but also most likely to cause skin sensitivity, so it is best for those with fairly tolerant skin types.

glycolic acid

Lactic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA), which occurs naturally in the body, as well as being found in dairy products, but is typically derived synthetically for cosmetics today.

AHAs work by dissolving the keratin binding the outermost layer of skin cells, speeding up the skin’s natural exfoliation process. This leads to smoother, brighter, clearer skin, whilst reducing skin discolouration & fine lines/wrinkles with continued use.  

lactic acid

sage extract

sugar cane extract

Juice Beauty Green Apple Brightening Gel Cleanser 133ml

wrinkles

This cleansing cream provides a gentle cleanse without stripping the skin. It contains aloe and coconut to soothe and hydrate, while probiotics support a balanced skin microbiome. Vitamins C and E provide antioxidant support for overall skin health.

L-ascorbic acid is Vitamin C in its purest form, and the active form required by the body to result in the many skin skin benefits of Vitamin C. The issue with L-ascorbic acid is in the delivery, as it is very unstable in water, and needs a pH 4 or below for it to penetrate the skin. That being said, when it can be stabilised in a formula and is able to penetrate the skin, it provides the highest potency of any form of Vitamin C currently available.

ascorbic acid

grape seed oil

sunflower seed oil

sweet almond oil

Juice Beauty Prebiotix Coconut & Aloe Cleansing Cream 133ml

Vegan

This youth-boosting moisturiser targets fine lines and promotes a smoother and more radiant complexion. Key ingredients like sweet almond oil and evening primrose oil nourish the skin, while antioxidants such as vitamin E protect against environmental stressors.

evening primrose oil

rosemary leaf extract

Juice Beauty STEM CELLULAR. Anti-Wrinkle Moisturiser 50ml

This gentle exfoliating toner is designed to improve overall skin texture and tone. The formula includes gluconolactone, a gentle polyhydroxy acid, to exfoliate and smooth texture, while aloe vera and glycerin hydrate the skin.

acai extract

Gluconolactone is a poly hydroxy acid (PHA). PHAs work by gently dissolving the keratin that binds our outermost layer of skin cells, encouraging the natural exfoliation process of the skin, leading to smoother, clearer skin. This process also encourages new skin cell generation in the basal layer of the epidermis, a process which naturally slows with age, so with repeated use this can have an overall anti-ageing effect on the skin. Gluconolactone has also been shown to inhibit the enzyme elastase, which breaks down elastin in the skin (an essential protein produced by the fibroblasts), leading to sagging of the skin.

PHAs are much larger in molecular weight vs AHAs so they cannot penetrate the skin as fast or as far, which therefore makes more gentle & suitable for more sensitive skin types, including those with rosacea-prone skin. Gluconolactone is also especially good for drier skin types as it also has natural humectant qualities, meaning it draws water towards it, hydrating the skin from within. 

gluconolactone

Polyhydroxy acids (PHAs) work by gently dissolving the keratin that binds our outermost layer of skin cells, encouraging the natural exfoliation process of the skin, leading to smoother, clearer skin. This process also encourages new skin cell generation in the basal layer of the epidermis, a process which naturally slows with age, so with repeated use this can have an overall anti-ageing effect on the skin. Gluconolactone has also been shown to inhibit the enzyme elastase, which breaks down elastin in the skin (an essential protein produced by the fibroblasts), leading to sagging of the skin.

PHAs are much larger in molecular weight vs AHAs so they cannot penetrate the skin as fast or as far, which therefore makes more gentle & suitable for more sensitive skin types, including those with rosacea-prone skin. Gluconolactone is also especially good for drier skin types as it also has natural humectant qualities, meaning it draws water towards it, hydrating the skin from within. 

This mask targets breakouts and balances oil production within the skin, making it a great choice for those with congested skin types. Niacinamide helps to reduce redness and control oil production, while hyaluronic acid and panthenol provide hydration and soothe the skin.

Arginine is an amino acid which occurs naturally within the human body. It is a popular ingredient in skincare for a number of reasons; it offers antioxidant protection, it hydrates the skin by stimulating the body's own production of humectants like urea and it can also repair visible skin damage.

arginine

dark circles

eye wrinkles

This targeted eye treatment is formulated to improve the look of eye wrinkles and dark circles. It includes coenzyme q10 to support skin elasticity plus hyaluronic acid for hydration. Additionally, coffee seed extract and licorice root extract help to brighten the undereye area.

coenzyme q10

cucumber extract

horse chesnut extract

Squalane is a natural substance usually derived from olives. It is structurally very similar to our skin’s own sebum, so is a great ingredient to support our own natural skin processes. In drier skin, which is naturally lacking in natural sebum, it helps to support the skin barrier to prevent water loss, which results in more hydrated, smooth and plump skin. Due to its sebum-mimicking structure, it is non-comedogenic, meaning it won’t cause breakouts, so is also suitable for oily and acne-prone skin. It can be a great option to reduce any over-stimulation of the sebaceous glands, which can occur with excess cleansing (and make breakouts worse). It also works to support the skin barrier to combat any drying effects caused by ingredients commonly associated with acne treatment, so is a great ingredient for all skin types.

squalane

Trilogy CoQ10 Eye Recovery Concentrate (10ml)

A hydrating mist toner to provide an overall boost of hydration to the skin. The formula includes aloe vera leaf juice and rose flower oil helps to soothe and hydrate, while geranium oil provides a balancing effect for a more radiant complexion.

This serum is formulated to promote a smoother and more radiant complexion. It contains lactic acid to gently exfoliate and hyaluronic acid to hydrate, while probiotics support a balanced skin microbiome.

soybean extract

white tea extract

Trilogy Microbiome Complexion Renew Serum 30ml

This cream formula provides a gentle daily cleanse without disrupting the natural skin barrier. It contains rosehip seed oil and evening primrose oil to nourish and hydrate, promoting a more balanced complexion.

This daily facial moisturiser is formulated to nourish the skin and support the natural barrier. It contains a blend of sweet almond, rosehip and evening primrose oil to deeply nourish the skin, while aloe vera soothes and hydrates. 

coconut oil

This daily moisturiser is formulated to support the skin barrier and improve overall hydration. It contains rosehip seed oil and evening primrose oil to nourish, while aloe vera leaf juice works to sooth and hydrate.

This perfectly balanced daily face moisturiser is designed to support drier skin types. It contains Vitamin E and a blend of nourishing oils and butters to plump the skin and support the natural skin barrier.

shea butter

Shea butter is the natural butter of the shea nut, which grows in West Africa. It is high in fatty acids and vitamins, so works to support the natural lipid barrier of the skin, reducing water loss via the epidermis to keep skin soft, smooth and moisturised.

Upcircle Face Moisturiser with Vitamin E 60ml

This overnight mask is a great option for enhancing radiance, boosting moisture and plumping the skin. Hyaluronic acid provides intense hydration, while natural plant oils nourish and restore the skin. Oat kernel flour helps reduce redness and irritation for a rejuvenated complexion.

Votary Intense Overnight Mask with Rosehip and Hyaluronic for fine lines, signs of aging, dull or dry skin.
 Rejuvenated. Restored. Radiant.
 
 This mask boosts skin's nocturnal renewal cycle for rejuvenated and radiant skin. Its unique blend of natural plant oils and active ingredients combines to smooth fine lines and soften skin.
 Natural extracts of narcissus and camu camu brighten and unify skin tone, so you wake up to flawlessly glowing skin.
 Hyaluronic acid's hydrophilic properties act as a moisture magnet, providing intense hydration. Skin is smoothed and plumped.
 Oat kernel flour helps repair compromised skin, reducing redness and irritation.
 This luxurious blend of natural plant oils including rosehip, avocado, apricot, tomato seed, and chia, provide the lipid boost your skin needs at night. By morning, skin is nourished, restored and rejuvenated.
 Intense Overnight Mask is delicately scented with pure, natural fragrance of Rose, Lavender and Neroli to encourage sweet dreams and deep, restorative sleep.

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