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Dermatological Database

Ingredients Library

A curated database of active ingredients selected strictly on the basis of published clinical literature. No marketing claims, just chemical facts.

Aloe Vera

Overview

A soothing botanical extract used to support visible comfort in irritated or sun-exposed skin.

Primary Benefits

Soothes and hydrates, supports comfort after sun exposure.

Who Should Use

Sensitised, sun-exposed, or dehydrated skin.

How It Works

Provides light, fast-absorbing hydration and visible calm.

Products Containing It

Formulated within our after-sun and sensitive lines.

Q: Is aloe suitable for oily skin?
A: Yes, its lightweight, non-comedogenic profile suits oily and combination skin.

Alpha Arbutin

Overview

Brightening agent used to support the look of an even, brighter tone.

Primary Benefits

Supports visible brightening and tone evenness.

Who Should Use

Skin dealing with visible dark spots or unevenness.

How It Works

Works to visibly reduce the appearance of dark spots over consistent use.

Products Containing It

Formulated within our brightening line.

Q: How long until dark spots visibly fade?
A: Typically eight to twelve weeks of consistent use.

Bakuchiol

Overview

A plant-derived retinol alternative referenced for similar texture-refining benefits with gentler tolerance.

Primary Benefits

Supports visible texture refinement with lower irritation potential than retinol.

Who Should Use

Sensitive skin seeking retinol-like benefits.

How It Works

Supports cell turnover through a different mechanism than retinol, with a gentler tolerance profile.

Products Containing It

Formulated within our sensitive night care line.

Q: Can bakuchiol be used in the morning?
A: Yes, unlike retinol it does not carry the same sun-sensitivity caution, though daily SPF remains essential.

Centella

Overview

A botanical extract traditionally used to support the look of skin calm and comfort.

Primary Benefits

Soothes the appearance of redness and visible sensitivity.

Who Should Use

Sensitive, reactive, or barrier-compromised skin.

How It Works

Supports visible comfort and calm in skin under stress.

Products Containing It

Formulated within our sensitive-skin line.

Q: Is centella suitable for daily use?
A: Yes, it is well tolerated for daily, even twice-daily, use.

Ceramide

Overview

Lipids naturally found in skin that form a core part of the barrier structure.

Primary Benefits

Restores barrier lipids, supports moisture retention.

Who Should Use

Dry, compromised, or barrier-stressed skin.

How It Works

Replenishes lipids lost through cleansing, weather exposure, or active ingredient use.

Products Containing It

Our barrier-repair cleanser and night balm.

Q: Can ceramides help with sensitised skin?
A: Yes, they are commonly used to support a compromised or reactive barrier.

Green Tea

Overview

A polyphenol-rich extract valued for its antioxidant properties.

Primary Benefits

Supports visible protection against environmental stress.

Who Should Use

Skin exposed to pollution or high environmental stress.

How It Works

Antioxidants help visibly counter the effects of daily environmental exposure.

Products Containing It

Formulated within our antioxidant serum line.

Q: Can green tea extract help with visible redness?
A: Its anti-inflammatory properties may support visible calm in reactive skin.

Hyaluronic Acid

Overview

A humectant capable of holding significant water weight, used to support visible hydration.

Primary Benefits

Draws and holds moisture, supports plumper-looking skin.

Who Should Use

Any skin type dealing with dehydration.

How It Works

Binds water within the upper skin layers, supporting a visibly hydrated look.

Products Containing It

Our hydration serum line.

Q: Can hyaluronic acid dehydrate skin in dry climates?
A: Sealing it under a moisturiser prevents moisture loss in low-humidity conditions.

Niacinamide

Overview

A form of vitamin B3 valued for its role in supporting barrier function and regulating visible oil production.

Primary Benefits

Refines the look of pores, evens tone, supports barrier resilience.

Who Should Use

Oily, combination, and blemish-prone skin, or anyone targeting uneven tone.

How It Works

Supports ceramide synthesis in the skin while moderating visible sebum at the surface.

Products Containing It

Our clarifying serum line.

Q: Can I use niacinamide daily?
A: Yes, it is well tolerated for daily use by most skin types.

Peptides

Overview

Short chains of amino acids used to signal specific processes within the skin.

Primary Benefits

Supports the appearance of firmness and visible resilience.

Who Should Use

Skin seeking support for firmness and elasticity appearance.

How It Works

Peptides act as messengers, supporting the skin's own structural processes.

Products Containing It

Formulated within our eye care and night care lines.

Q: How long before peptides show visible results?
A: Typically six to eight weeks of consistent use.

Retinol

Overview

A vitamin A derivative widely referenced for supporting the appearance of texture and fine lines.

Primary Benefits

Supports visible texture refinement and a smoother-looking surface.

Who Should Use

Skin ready to address early signs of texture unevenness, introduced gradually.

How It Works

Encourages surface cell turnover, supporting a smoother visible texture over consistent use.

Products Containing It

Formulated within our night care line.

Q: Should I introduce retinol slowly?
A: Yes, we recommend starting two to three nights weekly and building tolerance.

Salicylic Acid

Overview

A beta hydroxy acid known for its ability to penetrate oil and clear congestion within pores.

Primary Benefits

Supports clearer-looking pores and reduces visible congestion.

Who Should Use

Oily and blemish-prone skin.

How It Works

Exfoliates within the pore lining, helping to visibly reduce congestion.

Products Containing It

Formulated within our upcoming clarifying line.

Q: Can salicylic acid be used with retinol?
A: Yes, though we recommend alternating use to avoid over-exfoliation.

Vitamin C

Overview

A potent antioxidant used to brighten the look of skin and support the appearance of an even tone.

Primary Benefits

Visibly brightens, supports resilience against environmental stress.

Who Should Use

Dull, uneven-toned skin seeking a brighter complexion.

How It Works

Neutralises free radical exposure at the skin surface, supporting a more even-looking tone over time.

Products Containing It

Formulated within our upcoming brightening serum.

Q: Can I use vitamin C and niacinamide together?
A: Yes, modern stable formulations of both can be layered without issue.