Ingredient Glossary

We formulate to support your skin health and wellbeing. Bringing you the best from science and nature, all of our key ingredients are carefully sourced and researched.


Acerola Cherry
A potent, natural form of vitamin C, acerola cherry is a great source of antioxidants and hydrating properties.

Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
A synthetically derived peptide, Acetyl hexapeptide-8 has water-binding properties and skin-restoring ability.

Algae Extract (Laminaria)
Algae (or seaweed) are fantastic for hydrating, revitalizing and toning the skin. Nutrients and minerals such as potassium, magnesium, calcium and vitamins such as C, A and even B-12 are highly abundant in algae. These underrated sea organisms can also increase the elasticity of the skin, help minimize acne with their antibacterial properties and even plump up wrinkles with their water binding abilities. Plus, algae is sustainable - it is one of the fastest growing species on the planet.

Aloe Vera Leaf Extract (Aloe Barbadensis)
Aloe vera is a succulent plant that has many benefits and is suitable for all skin types especially dry, sensitive and irritated. It provides anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antioxidant, moisturizing and soothing properties.

Astaxanthin Extract (Haematococcus Pluvialis)
Astaxanthin is a potent, micro-algae-derived antioxidant. Clinical studies have shown that skin moisture, moisture retention, elasticity have improved - as well as promoting skin smoothness, decreasing fine lines and wrinkles.

Bladderwrack Extract (Fucus Vesiculosus)
With its antioxidant properties, this form of brown algae can help protect the surface of the skin from regular exposure to airborne contaminants. It also has an exceptionally high mineral concentration, like sodium and potassium, and a complete suite of essential amino acids that can help retain water in the upper layers of the skin.

Camellia
A lightweight, fast-absorbing oil, packed with antioxidants and essential long-chain fatty acids. Naturally nourishing, and enriched with multivitamins to preserve a youthful glow while combating visible signs of aging.

Centella Asiatica
A powerful antioxidant, with rich amino acid properties. Centella has been shown to revitalize and improve the skin’s barrier, as well as a great hydrating and soothing ingredient.

Ceramides
Restores and maintains the skin’s natural skin barrier, locks in water and moisture for plumper, smoother and firmer-looking skin.

Coffee Seed
Naturally derived with caffeine and antioxidant properties, coffee seed is anti-inflammatory and rich in nutrients. Increases collagen and elastin on the skin, making it look and feel firm.

Glycerin
Glycerin is a powerful skin humectant acting as a moisturizer, which is a material that helps the skin to maintain moisture. It can improve skin hydration, help with dryness and refresh the surface of the skin. It is also an emollient that helps to soften the skin.

Licorice Root Extract
Brightens and minimizes the production of dark spots, offers anti-inflammatory benefits while balancing oil-production in the skin.

Moringa Seed Extract
A powerful antioxidant that helps boost collagen, reduce fine lines and wrinkles. Plus, moringa seed extract has anti-inflammatory properties that soothes, and nourishes skin.

Niacinamide
The multi-purpose niacinamide (vitamin B3) is a water-soluble vitamin that helps to visibly reduce and tighten pores, improve uneven skin tone, soften fine lines and wrinkles, improve dullness, and reinforce a weakened skin barrier.

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38
A type of peptide that has been demonstrated a remarkable skin-soothing effect, while improving the appearance of wrinkles, loss of firmness, and even help to soften the look of expression lines.

Rooibos Extract
One of the naturally highest concentrated antioxidant properties, with EGCG polyphenols. A powerful yet gentle extract with environmental-protecting and soothing abilities, to help maintain a youthful look.

Rosehip
Often considered a natural version of retinol, rosehip helps to fade the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, brightens and evens out the skin while helping improve skin elasticity and collagen production.

Sodium Hyaluronate
Sodium hyaluronate is a powerful humectant that addresses a number of skin concerns caused by a lack of moisture in the skin. It's essential for restoring and maintaining a healthy barrier to prevent transepidermal water loss. Sodium hyaluronate can also have a greater hydrating effect compared to high molecular weight Hyaluronic Acid.

Soy Proteins
Improves skin texture, firms and plumps skin, calms and reduces redness, fights hyperpigmentation and contains powerful antioxidants.

Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
A breakthrough, new generation form of vitamin C. Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate is oil soluble, which means it penetrates deeper into the skin and is less irritating than L-Absorbic Acid.

Wakame Extract
Wakame extract, also known as brown algae, has polysaccharides, proteins, vitamins, antioxidants, minerals, high levels of calcium, iron, potassium and sodium. Brown algae has many expected skin benefits like antioxidants from its polyphenols, hydration from its polysaccharides, and soothing benefits from fucoidan.