Ingredients in Skincare

Bilberry Extract

Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract

Bilberry extract is derived from the fruit of the bilberry plant, a close relative of the blueberry. It is used in skincare for its antioxidant properties and potential benefits for improving the appearance of the skin. It is rich in beneficial compounds, including antioxidants, vitamins, and polyphenols.

Copper PCA

Copper PCA

A skin-conditioning agent which is also thought to help firm the skin and stimulate collagen synthesis.

L-Carnitine

Carnitine is a naturally occurring amino acid derivative found in the body. In skincare, L-Carnitine is used for its potential skin-soothing, antioxidant, and revitalizing properties.

Sunflower Oil

Helianthus Annuus

Sunflower oil is a rich natural source of Vitamin E, a skin-moisturising antioxidant. This oil is also rich in linoleic acid (Omega 6), an essential fatty acid which works to nourish the skin, support the natural barrier, and provide some anti-inflammatory benefits.

Apple Polyphenols

Apple Polyphenols

Apple (like most plants), contains polyphenols, which are compounds with strong antioxidant properties, meaning they are able to protect skin from free radical damage.

Avocado Ferment

Avocado ferment is used for its nourishing, moisturizing, and skin-conditioning properties, offering benefits for the skin.

Bakuchiol

Psoralea Corylifolia Seed Oil

Bakuchiol has been dubbed as ‘nature’s retinol’ due to its ability to achieve some of the same skin benefits (without the side effects). Studies have shown this plant active, when used twice daily, to result in visible improvements in wrinkle depth, skin smoothness, elasticity & uneven skin tone.

Copper Peptide

Copper Tripeptide

Copper peptides are a family of ingredients also known as copper tripeptide growth factor, tripeptide and copper peptide. They are used in skincare as an anti-ageing ingredient. As with most peptides, it works by activating a receptor in the skin to perform a certain function, e.g. produce more collagen. Studies have shown copper peptide to have a positive impact on skin density, firmness and depth of fine lines and wrinkles.

Phytic Acid

Phytic Acid

Phytic acid is technically an alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), although its exfoliating effects are very mild compared to other acids in the AHA family. It does work to remove dead skin cell build up from the pores, and in turn reducing occurrences of breakouts, but this is not its main skin benefit. It is predominantly used for its high antioxidant potential, meaning it can neutralise damaging free radicals before they can cause any damage to the skin.

Jojoba Oil

Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil

Jojoba oil, also known as hydrogenated jojoba oil or simmondsia chinensis (jojoba) seed oil, is a natural oil from the jojoba plant. It is structurally similar to our skin's natural sebum (oil), so absorbs very well into the skin and doesn't clog the pores. It is fantastic for nourishing the skin and is naturally high in fatty acids, antioxidants and vitamins to optimise skin barrier health.

Tea Tree Oil

Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil

Tea tree oil is an essential oil extracted from the Melaleuca alternifolia plant, native to Australia. Tea tree leaf oil is known to have antibacterial qualities, the mechanism for this is not completely understood, but research shows that it could be due to an ability to damage the bacterial cell wall. It also has anti-inflammatory effects, due to its content of terpen-4-ol, which studies have shown reduces inflammation in the skin when applied topically. These functions make it a great ingredient for the use in acne treatments, both to kill C. acnes bacteria, but also reduce the associated inflammation.

Lily Extract

Lilium Candidum Flower Extract

Lily extract is derived from various species of lilies, particularly Lilium candidum (also known as Madonna lily) or Lilium longiflorum. In skincare, lily extract is used for its potential skin-soothing, moisturizing, and brightening properties.

Soybean Extract

Bacillus/Folic Acid/Soybean Ferment Extract

Soybean extract is used in skincare for its powerful antioxidant potential. It is able to protect the skin from free radical damage. Research has also shown this extract to be able to visibly even out skin tone, and reduce the visible signs of ageing.

Sesame Seed Oil

Sesame Seed Oil

Sesame Oil is a vegetable oil derived from sesame seeds (Sesamum indicum). In skincare, it is used for its moisturizing, antioxidant, and skin-nourishing properties.

Sweet Almond Oil

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil

Sweet Almond Oil is naturally rich in fat-soluble Vitamins A & E, which provide antioxidant benefits. This oil is naturally high in Omega 3 fatty acids, which cannot be produced naturally in the body, but offer anti-inflammatory benefits.