Barrier Repair
Soothing and calming ingredient, usually comes in a gel form and you can get it straight from a leaf.
What is aloe vera?
Oil souluble BHA with anti bacterial and anti inflammatory properties.
What is Salicylic Acid?
it penetrates the skin the deepest due to it's small molecule size making it feel "spicy" on the skin. Derived from sugar.
What is glycolic acid?
A gentle form of exfoliation that dissolves the "glue between dead skin cells. May contain bromelain from pineapple or papain from papayas.
What are enzymes?
Also known as vitamin B3, it's anti-inflammatory, can also help to minimize pores.
What is niacinamide?
A type of mask that detoxifies, absorbs oil and debris.
What is a charcoal mask?
The gentlest AHA, can be helpful for hyperpigmentation and acne. Derived from almonds.
What is mandelic acid?
Vitamin A derivative, it increases cell turnover making it good for acne and mature skin.
What is retinol?
reinforce the skin's natural barrier, and help protect it against harm from foreign elements.
What are ceramides?
A common astringent ingredient that helps to reduce oil on the surface, reduces redness, and soothes skin.
What is witch hazel?
More gentle and potentially less irritating than glycolic acid. It is exfoliating as well as hydrating. Derived from milk proteins.
What is lactic acid?
They refer to this as a superstar ingredient due to it's many benefits. It helps brighten and stimulate collagen.
What is vitamin C?
an emollient; moisturizes and lubricates; anti-irritant.
What is squalane?
It dries out active blemishes and absorbs oil.
What is sulfur?
It is derived from oranges and lemons. It exfoliates, brightens, and has antioxidant benefits.
What is citric acid?
They lie on top of the skin and prevent dehydration by trapping water and decreasing transepidermal water loss. Think of it as a sealant.
What are emollients?
Short chains of amino acids, the building blocks of proteins.
What are peptides?
Effective antibacterial agent
What is benzoyl peroxide?
Derived from apples. It helps to reduce texture.
What is malic acid?
A natural lightener and melanin suppressant.
What is kojic acid?