Kappaphycus Alvarezii Extract
Extract of red algae thats rich in galactan, it helps to moisturise the skin
Lactic Acid
A natural AHA (Alpha Hydroxy Acid) derived from maize. This chemical exfoliant helps to loosen and remove dead skin cells from skin's surface.
Lactobacillus Ferment
A probiotic ingredient with anti microbial and anti inflammatory properties
Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate
A probiotic ingredient with anti microbial and anti inflammatory properties
Lactobacillus/Vaccinium Macrocarpon Fruit Ferment Filtrate
Based on cranberyy fruit enzymes that can soothe skin and helps to exfoliate dead skin cells
Larix Europaea Wood Extract
From the Larch tree it contaisn specific polyphenosl that can stimulatehair follicles encouraging hair growth
Lecithin
Used to help oil and water mix to create a cream or lotion.
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
A natural anti microbial produced from the fermenation of Radish with Leuconostoc. It can be used on its own to protect the product or in combination with preservatives
Lithothamnium Calcarum Extract
A red algea with skin protecting properties
Madecassoside
One of the main active components of Gotu Kola (Centella Asiatica), it sknown for its anti-inflammatory and skin soothing properties
Magnesium Aluminum Silicate
A clay mineral to help thicken and stabilise formulas
Malachite Extract
Maltodextrin
Usually derived from corn, rice or potatoes its used to stabilise emulsions, and has absorbent/mattifying properties.
Mannitol
Works as an himectant to bind with water and keep skin and hair hydrated
Mica
A natuarlly occuring mineral with a pearlescent appearance. Imparts a soft lustre to skin upon application.
Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
Extracted from the lotus flower, its known for its emollient and anti-inflammatry properties
Niacinamide
A naturally occurring vitamin (B3), which helps control excess oil, reduce blemishes and reduce the appearance of redness.
Nymphaea Coerulea Flower Extract
Also known as the blue lotus flower or blue water lily, it can help to moisturise the skin and improve teh appearance of dry, rough or flaky skin.
Oligopeptide-1
A signal peptide which helps to stimulate skin cells to regenerate skin's appearance.
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Extract
Extacted from rice, this ingredient can help condition and soften skin.
Palmitoyl Dipeptide-5 Diaminobutyroyl Hydroxythreonine
A peptide that can stimulate the proteins of the dermal-epidermal junction. It helps to keep skin supple and toned
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
A 4 amino acid peptide, that works by disrupting the production of interluekin-6 (a signal protein that promotes inflammation in the skin) and therefore reduces inflammation which can then slow the degradation of things like collagen.
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
A 3 amino acid peptide, that contains a collagen fragment. It has the ability to trick the skin into thinking collagen is breaking down therefore it needs to create new collagen. Most likely used in conjunction with Palmitoyl Tripeptide-7.
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Ginseng , when applied to skin can help boost hydration. It contain numerous antioxidant compounds.