BRIGHTENING
This popular antioxidant also protects the skin from free radicals while also stimulating collagen production
What is Vitamin C?
This popular ingredient dissolves oil inside pores, reduced inflammation and is ideal for oily and acne-prone skin.
What is Salicylic Acid (BHA)?
This ingredient acts like a sponge by attracting up to "1,000 times" its weight in water.
Hyaluronic Acid?
This vitamin A derivative is considered the gold standard for reducing fine lines and wrinkles.
What is Retinol?
This ingredient is famous for soothing sunburns and irritated skin.
What is Aloe Vera?
This ingredient is often recommended for melasma because it slows the production of melanin.
What is Tranexamic Acid?
This mineral absorbs excess oil and impurities and is commonly found in masks.
What is Clay (Kaolin or Bentonite)?
This functional ingredient is a humectant naturally found in the skin and helps maintain moisture.
What is Glycerin?
These short chains of amino acids send signals to stimulate collagen production.
What are Peptides?
This ingredient is derived from oats and helps relieve itching and inflammation.
What is Colloidal Oatmeal?
This acid is excellent for treating post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, rosacea, and acne.
What is Azelaic Acid?
This ingredient has antibacterial properties and is commonly used to treat acne-causing bacteria.
What is Benzoyl Peroxide?
This ingredient strengthens the skin barrier by replacing lipids naturally found in healthy skin.
What are Ceramides?
This plant-derived ingredient is often called a natural alternative to retinol because it helps improve fine lines and texture with less irritation.
What is Bakuchiol?
Although known for brightening, this botanical ingredient also helps calm redness and inflammation in sensitive skin.
What is Licorice Root Extract?
This ingredient comes from mushrooms or fermented rice and inhibits tyrosinase to reduce pigmentation.
What is Kojic Acid?
This trending vitamin is known for regulating oil production while reducing redness and post-acne marks.
What is Niacinamide?
Unlike glycolic acid, this AHA acts as both an exfoliant and a humectant, making it an excellent choice for dry or dehydrated skin.
What is Lactic Acid?
A 55-year-old client has mature, dry skin with fine lines, loss of elasticity, and uneven texture. Which ingredient would best support collagen stimulation and skin renewal?
Retinol or Peptides
This marine ingredient is rich in minerals and antioxidants that help hydrate and soothe stressed skin.
What is Algae Extract?
This ingredient helps improve post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH), uneven skin tone, and mild acne while being safer for many darker skin tones than stronger AHAs.
What is Mandelic Acid?
This plant extract creates an astringent effect on the skin and is traditionally used in skincare to help tone and reduce excess oil.
What is Witch Hazel?
This lightweight moisturizing ingredient helps soften and smooth the skin without leaving a greasy feeling.
What is Squalane?
This prescription vitamin A derivative is considered one of the strongest forms of retinoids for improving signs of aging.
What is Tretinoin?
This antioxidant-rich botanical ingredient contains polyphenols that help protect the skin while reducing visible redness and irritation.
What is Green Tea Extract?