1-Methylhydantoin-2-Imide
An amino acid derivative that occurs naturally in the skin, it can help to brighten skin appearance and even skin colour and tone.
1,2-Hexanediol
Used to dissolve other ingredients into the formula
Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) Extract
Extracted from the Sugar Maple Tree, it contains natural AHAs Malic and Tartaric Acid to help slough away dead skin cells.
Acetum (Vinegar/Vinaigre)
A vinegar obtained from fermented apples. High in brightening Vitamin C and antioxidants which help to protect skin from the impact of free radicals.
Acetyl Hexapeptide-37
A peptide which works alongside a protein naturally found in the skin, to help increase skin's hydration levels and skin radiance.
Acetyl Tyrosine
An amino acid complex that helps to condition the skin and hair by helping it to stay hydrated.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Polymer used to create gel-emulsions or thicken and stabilise emulsions
Agastache Mexicana Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Native to North America, the flower leaf and stem of this edible plant are rich in antiodxidants and has calming properties.
Alanine
A non essential amino acid that hydrates the skin
Albizia Julibrissin Bark Extract
Extract from Persian silk tree bark, it has anti inflammatory and antioxidant properties
Alcohol
Used to dissolve other ingredients into the formula
Allantoin
Known to help reduce discomfort on the skin and scalpand helps to keep skin in good condition
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Juice from the leaves of the Aloe Vera plant. It is an excellent moisturiser and well known for its skin soothing properties
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder
Freeze dried, concentrated form of Aloe Vera juice. When rehydrated in the formula it is an excellent moisturiser, and well known for its skin soothing properties.
Alpha-Arbutin
Derived from the leaves of the bearberry plant, it helps to brighten skin tone and fade dark spots.
Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
Produce by enzymatic synthesis from natural sugars, it can help to protect beneficial microbial skin flora.
Aminobutyric Acid
An amino acid that can help keep skin hydrated
Aminomethyl Propanol
Used to set the pH of the formula, its an alkaline material so is used to raise the pH.
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer
Used to create gel like textures, but can be used to thicken oil in water emulsions also
Amodimethicone
A modified silicone, it is substantive to hair, and can help increase softness, smoothness ans shine.
Aqua (Water/Eau)
Water is used to dissolve many of the other ingredients, its also a vital component of emulsions to give cosmetically pleasant products.
Arginine
An amino acid that is one of the primary building blocks of collagen. It is a natural moisturising factor ans hydrates teh skin.
Ascorbic Acid
A powerful multifunctional antioxidant which helps to protect skin from the impact caused by environmental pollution (called free radicals).
Ascorbyl Glucoside
A powerful multifunctional antioxidant which helps to protect skin from the impact caused by environmental pollution (called free radicals).