Sage is a plant extract, naturally high in antioxidants which offer the skin protection from free radical damage. Sage has additional anti-inflammatory benefits which helps to soothe skin which is prone to redness.

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This product targets signs of ageing, such as fine lines and uneven skin tone, by gradually releasing retinol to refine skin texture. The inclusion of shea butter and jojoba oil helps to minimise irritation while maintaining hydration.

Bisabolol is a naturally-occurring active found in the chamomile plant, although this can also be created synthetically. It’s key properties are as an anti-inflammatory and soothing agent, with some studies also showing it to have a brightening effect on the skin. Bisabolol is also a rich source of Panthenol (Vitamin B5), which acts as a humectant, meaning it draws water molecules towards it to plump and hydrate the area. Studies have also shown that bisabolol can enhance the penetration of other actives into the skin, so is great when used in combination with other actives designed to work at the basal layer of the epidermis, or in fact the dermis.

bisabolol

Matricaria Chamomilla, also known as German Chamomile, is a plant highly concentrated in two active components: bisabolol and chamazulene. Bisabolol has a number of well-researched skin benefits, including as an anti-inflammatory agent, and also in promoting wound healing. Chamazulene has been shown to provide an anti-inflammatory effect by inhibiting the production of inflammatory chemicals in the body, in addition to providing antioxidant benefits to protect skin from damage from free radicals.

chamomile extract

Chamomile contains high levels of naturally-occurring compounds called terpenoids, the most famous being bisabolol. Bisabolol is known for its soothing properties, so including Chamomile extract in skincare can also provide this benefit.

Ubiquinone, also known as CoEnzyme Q10, is a fat-soluble substance produced naturally in the body. It provides antioxidant protection against free radicals, to support the skin’s own anti-ageing defenses. With age, the body’s production of this vitamin-like substance decreases, so it can be applied topically to provide extra antioxidant activity. It has also been shown to support the synthesis of collagen and elastin, proteins which give skin structure & bounce, which also naturally decrease with age, so the inclusion of Ubiquinone in your routine can help to support youthful-looking skin.

coenzyme q10

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

Jojoba 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.

jojoba oil

sage extract

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.

Vitamin E is a fat-soluble Vitamin contained in many plant oils, or can also be produced synthetically. Vitamin E is found naturally in our own skin, and it’s main benefit is to offer powerful antioxidant protection against pollution and free radical damage. It also helps to support our skin’s natural lipid barrier, which in turn improves the hydration levels within the epidermis, as water loss through the skin is minimised.

vitamin e

Obagi360® Retinol 0.5  28g from Obagi gradually releases retinol to refine the appearance of skin texture for a smoother-looking complexion with minimal irritation. Retinol cream is a popular product for those of us who would like more youthful-looking skin, because it helps refine the appearance of skin texture for smoother-looking skin.

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Nut free

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This cream targets dark spots and discolouration, using basil extract to soothe inflammation and boost moisture. The Pro-Fade Complex brightens skin, tightens pores and enhances barrier function, promoting a more even complexion.

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.

Algae is an incredibly interesting natural ingredient source. It is essentially an underwater plant, designed to get its food from sunlight, much like any other plants, although from much more challenging conditions. There are many types of algae (kelp, laminaria, microalgae), but in general in all its forms it acts as a powerful antioxidant, protecting from free radical damage, as well as being able to hydrate the skin and deliver naturally-occurring vitamins into the skin.

red algae

Vitamin A, aka Retinol, is one of the most well-researched actives used in skincare today. Retinol and all of its derivatives are broken down within the skin first into retinaldehyde, then into retinoic acid, the active form recognised by the body to trigger it’s skin benefits.

Retinoic acid (aka tretinoin) is the gold standard of anti-ageing and works in a number of ways. Firstly, it blocks the production of collagen-degrading enzymes, meaning collagen does not get broken down as quickly in the skin. After prolonged use (6M+), it has also been shown to stimulate the production of type I and type III collagen, reducing wrinkles and improving skin firmness. It has been shown to protect against UV-induced damage, as well as reducing the appearance of hyperpigmentation in the skin. Skin treated with retinoids is smoother, more even-toned, firmer and younger looking.

retinol

Turmeric root has long been used in Eastern medicine for its various benefits, including as an anti-inflammatory and antibacterial. In skincare, it offers antioxidant protection, and has been shown to calm redness and reduce breakouts.

turmeric root extract

This luxurious formula is an upgrade on your everyday moisturizer, nourishing the skin and visibly fading the look of dark spots and discoloration. The cream’s star ingredient, basil, goes through a low-extraction process over a 15-day period in order to preserve the moisture-boosting, inflammation-soothing properties of this therapeutic plant. Also included in this vegan, superfood moisturizer: BYROE’s proprietary Pro-Fade Complex, which tightens pores, visibly brightens, and improves skin barrier function.
 
 REAL RESULTS 
 
 Clinically proven to
 Improve the appearance of melasma, blemishes, and dark spots in just two weeks
 
 IMMEDIATELY AFTER USE
 100% agreed this moisturizer improved skin softness and texture
 98% agreed this moisturizer instantly hydrated skin
 80% agreed this moisturizer plumped skin
 
 AFTER TWO WEEKS
 90% agreed this moisturizer left their skin looking healthier
 90% agreed their dark spots + discoloration appeared smaller and less visible
 88% agreed their skin looked clearer and more even
 85% agreed this moisturizer left their skin glowier and more luminous
 85% agreed their skin looked visibly brighter
 
 AFTER FOUR WEEKS
 97% agreed this moisturizer smoothed dry, flaky patches
 94% agreed this moisturizer provides long-lasting hydration
 89% agreed this moisturizer improved the texture of their skin
 86% agreed this moisturizer helped to reduce oil
 81% agreed this moisturizer helps to improve uneven skin tone
 75% agreed this moisturizer helps to minimize post-acne marks and dark spots
 
 In a clinical study, 20 subjects
 Based on a consumer survey of 38 participants over a 4-week period

This foaming cleanser targets visible skin ageing and clogged pores with salicylic acid, promoting natural exfoliation and smoother skin texture. Menthol and camphor provide a cooling effect, while botanical extracts like tea tree and eucalyptus offer additional soothing benefits.

aloe vera

Aloe vera has been used for millennia as a natural medicine across many regions of the world, with references as early as Cleopatra using it as part of her beauty routine. It 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.

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.

Phytic acid is technically an alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), although it’s 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 it’s 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.

phytic acid

prebiotics

Prebiotics in simple terms, can be classed as a food source that encourages the growth of good bacteria on the skin. The microbiome (the ecosystem of bacteria on the skin) is a relatively new discovery and we are learning that this is linked to many different aspects of our health, mood and appearance. A diverse breadth in the strains of bacteria living on the skin results in a healthy microbiome, and some early research has linked certain imbalances in this microbiome to skin conditions such as acne, ezcema and psoriasis.

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

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 p.acnes bacteria, but also reduce the associated inflammation.

tea tree oil

Zinc PCA is a synthetic active, derived from zinc and pyrrolidone carboxylic acid. Zinc is known to regulate sebum production, as well as inhibit the growth of the P.Acnes bacteria to improve acne symptoms. PCA is a component of the skin’s natural moisturising factor (NMF), which acts as a humectant to draw water to it, and when synthesized with zinc, it can actually improve the efficacy of zinc, by making it more bioavailable and easily-absorbed.

Studies have also shown that zinc PCA can inhibit the activity of destructive enzymes within the skin, therefore providing a protective, anti-ageing mechanism to the skin. 

zinc pca

Zinc is known to regulate sebum production, as well as inhibit the growth of the P.Acnes bacteria to improve acne symptoms.

Dermalogica Clearing Skin Wash foaming cleanser helps clear skin and reduce visible skin aging. Salicylic Acid, a Beta Hydroxy Acid, stimulates natural exfoliation to help clear clogged follicles and smooth away dullness that contributes to visible skin aging. Menthol and Camphor help cool the skin. Contains extracts of Balm Mint, Eucalyptus, and Tea Tree. Skin is left clean and prepped for optimal absorption of Active Clearing treatment ingredients.

This moisturiser is formulated to address excess oil and blemishes, providing long-lasting hydration without added shine. Niacinamide improves skin texture and tone, while Lilac Stem Cells help control oil production. Prickly Pear Cactus Extract reduces redness, promoting a calmer complexion.

Apple extract is used in cosmetics for its antioxidant abilities, as it is very high in polyphenols. This means it is able to help protect the skin from free radical damage, one of the largest external factors which contributes to ageing of the skin (after UV light).

apple extract

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 sebum-regulating properties.

carnitine

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. 

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

Rosemary leaf extract is a natural extract from the rosemary plant. It is used in skincare for its antioxidant and soothing properties. 

rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract

Cosmedix Shineless Moisturiser is a lightweight Oil-Free Moisturiser that's formulated specifically for oily and blemish-prone skin and helps reduce the appearance of shine, while providing lasting hydration.
 WHAT IT DOES:
 
 Provides long-lasting hydration
 Helps to reduce the appearance of redness
 Strengthens the skin's natural barrier function
 Provides light exfoliation for improved skin tone and texture
 
 Cosmedix Shineless Moisturiser is an Oil-Free Moisturiser specifically for oily and blemish-prone skin--now with green tea mint scent! Formulated with Lilac Stem Cells that help control and balance excess oil, Shineless helps firm, smooth and brighten the appearance of skin without added shine. Niacinamide, a form of Vitamin B3, helps improve skin texture and tone, while D-Trehalose helps provide lasting hydration without making skin feel oily or greasy. Say hello to a softer, clearer, more supple-looking complexion.
 TRANSFORMATIVE INGREDIENTS
 
 Lilac Stem Cells | Help control excess oil and improve the overall appearance of acne-prone skin
 D-Trehalose | Provides extended hydration throughout the day
 Prickly Pear Cactus Extract | Helps reduce the appearance of redness

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This ultra-light moisturiser addresses fine lines, roughness, and uneven tone while enhancing skin elasticity and radiance. The L22 lipid complex and PerfectionPeptide support skin's natural defences and hydration, promoting a smoother, more youthful appearance.

cucumber extract

Cucumber extract provides natural antioxidant protection against free radicals. It is comprised of 95% water, plus small concentrations of ascorbic acid (vitamin c), caffeic acid (an antioxidant), fatty acids and silica (mineral required for healthy skin, hair & nails).

Hydropeptide Face Lift luxe, hydrating and protecting face cream makes skin glow with moisturizing and skin-protecting ingredients. Face Lift uses a powerful L22 lipid complex to increase your skin's age-preventing defenses to the levels they were at when your skin was in its prime. The PerfectionPeptide included in the formula is designed to promote your body's natural antioxidant enzymes, building your skin's natural defenses against damaging free radicals. Hyaluronic acid and jojoba oil act as a humectant by attracting hydration to your skin and improving your lipid barrier. Botanical stem cells derived from the perennial "fragrant star" plant work to protect against urban pollution. Hydropeptide Face Lift fast-absorbing face cream will be your favorite cream to protect, balance, and hydrate daily.

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

Sugar Cane extract is a natural ingredient that works as a humectant when applied to the skin, meaning it draws water molecules towards it, plumping & hydrating the area. It is also the natural plant from which glycolic acid is derived, so it is thought to have some degree of exfoliating & brightening action, although there is currently insufficient research proving this.

sugar cane extract

Juice Beauty Green Apple Brightening Gel Cleanser 133ml

This specialist serum is formulated to reduce visible redness in the skin. The inclusion of Teprenone and Sage Extract helps to calm inflammation and improve overall skin tone. Jojoba Seed Oil and Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride provide hydration and nourishment for a smoother complexion.

Teprenone, a synthetic active produced by manufacturer Sederma, is believed to provide all-round anti-ageing benefits by supporting the cells natural replication process, and preventing telomere lengthening in the process. Whilst the research is not robust enough to prove this, the study carried out showed promising in-vivo results after 1 month, with instrumental results showing an improvement in skin firmness, elasticity & tone. The same study also showed an improvement in skin smoothness and skin redness, as well as a reduction in pore size.

teprenone

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This toner addresses dehydration, dullness, and fine lines by rebalancing the skin's pH and protecting the hydrolipidic film. Ingredients like soluble collagen and sodium hyaluronate help improve elasticity and hydration, promoting a smoother complexion.

Margy's The Lotion No.1 with its rich & comforting texture, the Lotion N1 does more than just smooth, moisturize, and firm. The hydrating and protective power of this gel/lotion acts as a shield to protect the skin's surface and hydrolipidic film. The first important step is to rebalance the PH of the skin.

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Sage Extract

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