Acacia Senegal Gum
Function: film forming, fragrance A product thickener derived from a small, thorny, deciduous tree. It also encourages natural skin repair and rejuvenation.
Allantoin
Function: skin conditioning, skin protecting, soothing A versatile compound utilised for it moisturising effects and encouragement of healthy, smooth skin. It is an ingredient commonly used in acne scar treatments and moisturisers to help even and balance out skin tone.
Dunaliella Salina Extract
Function: skin conditioning, antioxidant A green micro algae known for its antioxidant activity, helping to fight free radicals.
Lanolin
Function: skin conditioning - emollient, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying, hair conditioning, antistatic Lanolin is a naturally occurring ingredient that is thick and waxy. It is derived from the secretion of sebaceous glands of wool bearing animals, such as sheep. It is known for its high moisturising abilities.
Leucojum Aestivum Bulb Extract
Function: skin protecting The power behind the Leucojum aestivum bulb extract lies in the natural cycle of the flower’s bulb for dormancy during winter, which has been likened to ‘beauty sleep’, helping the skin feel rejuvenated and refreshed. This “botox-like” extract works with the skin to help reduce the appearance...
Malus Domestica Fruit (Apple) Cell Culture Extract
Function: skin conditioning (active) An apple stem cell extract from the Uttwiler Spätlauber, a rare variety of Swiss apple that is famous for its storability and longevity. High in antioxidants, research has shown that the extract is able to improve the longevity of skin cells thus helping to prevent the signs of...
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
Function: skin conditioning (active) An anti-ageing ingredient utilised in skincare products for its ability to communicate with skin cells and boost collagen production.
Panthenol
Function: skin conditioning, hair conditioning, antistatic Panthenol works as a humectant by infusing water into cells, retaining moisture deep within the skin tissues.
Sodium Hyaluronate
Function: humectant, skin conditioning Sodium hyaluronate (also called hyaluronic acid) naturally occurs within the body. In personal care, it is used as a moisture-boosting ingredient as it has the ability to bind and hold onto significant amounts of water. Hyaluronic acid is abundant in the dermis of young skin, but...
Trehalose
Function: humectant, moisturising Trehalose is a natural sugar found in plants. It encourages better absorption of ingredients, enhancing their effectiveness, as well as overall improved hydration of the skin.
Macadamia Integrifolia (Macadamia) Nut Oil
Function: skin conditioning A carrier and an emollient oil that has excellent spreadability, lubrication and penetration properties. It is a moisturising oil that is used for its non-greasy after feel. High in mono-saturated fatty acids, including linoleic and palmitoleic acids (which is similarly composed to the fatty acids in sebum), macadamia...
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
Function: skin conditioning, viscosity controlling Butyrospermum parkii butter is the fat obtained from the fruit of the Shea tree (Butyrospermum parkii, Sapotaceae). Containing a range of fatty acids, including oleic, stearic, linoleic acid, Shea Butter is highly regarded for its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. Combining vitamins A, C and E, it also...
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
Function: skin conditioning Sweet almond oil may function as an emollient and a carrier. It promotes spreadability in creams and lotions, which ensures a luxurious skin feel. It is a non-comedogenic oil. Rich in vitamins A and E, including mono-saturated fatty acids, protein, potassium, and zinc, sweet almond oil maintains...
Lecithin
Function: skin conditioning - emollient, surfactant - emulsifying, antistatic Lecithin is an ingredient derived from soybeans (or sunflowers) with high essential fatty acid content making it ideal to aid in replenishing skin moisture.
Helianthus Annuus Seed (Sunflower) Oil
Function: skin conditioning - emollient, fragrance A lightweight oil commonly used as a carrier oil. It is considered to be a non-comedogenic raw material. Sunflower seed oil softens and smooths the skin thanks to its high linoleic acid and other fatty acid content. It also contains an array of antioxidants such as...
Triethanolamine
Function: an emulsifier and pH adjuster