acetyl hexapeptide-8

Acetyl hexapeptide-8 is a synthetically-derived peptide that, like all peptides, has water-binding properties and skin-restoring ability.

acetyl octapeptide-3

A synthetic peptide that is based around octapeptide-3, a peptide complex composed of the amino acids aspartic acid, glutamic acid, glutamine, and methionine...

adenosine

Yeast-derived ingredient that functions as a good soothing and skin-restoring agent.

adenosine triphosphate

An organic compound from adenosine, which is formed by the hydrolysis of yeast nucleic acids. All...

Argireline

ATP

caprooyl tetrapeptide-3

A synthetic or plant-derived signal peptide that’s said to help to boost the...

DMAE

enzymes

Vast group of protein , produced by all living things, that act as catalysts in chemical...

ceramides

Ceramides are naturally occurring, long chains of fats that are major components of skin’s outer layers. Adding them to a skincare product provides replenishing benefits.

creatine

An amino acid found in the human body and most type of meat and fish. This ingredient serves as the...

Cucurbitea peponis

decarboxy carnosine HCL

dimethyl MEA

gamma linolenic acid (GLA)

Fatty acid used in cosmetics as an emollient and antioxidant. GLA is considered to...

GLA

glutathione

Powerful, non-enzymatic antioxidant which naturally occurs in the skin.

glycerin

Glycerin, also called glycerol or glycerine, is present in all natural lipids (fats), whether animal or vegetable.

jojoba oil

Emollient, non-fragrant oil (technically, a polyunsaturated wax) extracted from the seeds of a perennial shrub.

lady's thistle (milk thistle) extract

Extract for which there is a great deal of research showing it has many applications...

glycosaminoglycans

Also known as mucopolysaccharides; these are a fundamental component of skin and are...

hibiscus

Fragrant plant

hyaluronic acid

Component of skin that is used in skincare products as a good restorative ingredient....

hydrogenated lecithin

hydroquinone

Hydroquinone has long been established as the most effective ingredient for reducing brown spots.

linoleic acid

Unsaturated fatty acid used as an emollient and thickening agent in cosmetics. There is some...

linolenic acid

Linolenic acid is a naturally-occurring, colorless polyunsaturated fatty acid liquid...

pentapeptides

Pentapeptides are a type of peptide where the peptide has five ("penta") amino acids. There are dozens of pentapeptides used in cosmetic products.

peptides

Peptides are portions of short or long-chain amino acids, and amino acids are the building blocks of protein. Skin...

phosphatidylcholine

Active ingredient in lecithin…

phytosphingosine

Long-chain, complex fatty alcohol that functions as a water-binding agent and also has preservative...

N6-furfuryladenine

Technical name for kinetin.

niacin

niacinamide

Niacinamide (aka vitamin B3 or nicotinic acid) may visibly improve skin concerns like large pores, uneven skin tone, fine lines, dullness, and signs of ageing.

nicotinamide

nicotinic acid

palmitoyl hexapeptide-12

Blend of the fatty acid palmitic acid with several amino acids…

palmitoyl oligopeptide

A blend of palmitic acid (a fatty acid) with several amino acids, including alanine, arginine,...

palmitoyl pentapeptide-4

Trade name Matrixyl, a fatty acid mixed with amino acids. The only research showing this has any...

palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7

A synthetic peptide whose trade name is Matrixyl 3000…

palmitoyl tripeptide-1

Palmitoyl tripeptide-1 is a synthetic fatty acid-linked peptide that can help repair visible skin damage and strengthen skin’s underlying supportive elements.

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38

An ingredient manufactured by the brand Sederma under the trade name MATRIXYL synthe’6...

palmitoyl tripeptide-5

A synthetic peptide that is believed to play a role in the appearance of skin firmness...

Pyrus malus (apple) fruit extract

Species of apple; the pectin derived from it is used as a thickener in cosmetics.

sodium hyaluronate

The salt form of skin-replenishing ingredient hyaluronic acid.

sphingolipids

Sphingolipids are complex lipids (fats) that function as skin-replenishing and conditioning ingredients...

retinol

Retinol is a powerhouse ingredient that has value for skin on several fronts: It’s a skin-restoring, wrinkle-smoothing, firming ingredient and an antioxidant.

retinyl palmitate

Combination of retinol (pure vitamin A) and the fatty acid palmitic acid. Research has shown...

retinyl retinoate

A synthetic, "new generation" retinol with research showing its usefulness for skin...

skin-restoring ingredients

Skincare ingredients that nourish skin’s surface in a way that helps transform it on many levels...

tripeptide-32

A synthetic peptide with the "tri" (meaning three) designation referring to this peptide's mix of the amino acids proline, serine, and threonine.

vitamin B3

vitamin F

Name sometimes used to represent essential fatty acids of linoleic acid and linolenic acid. These...

palmitoyl tripeptide-8

A plant-derived or synthetic peptide made from combining the fatty acid palmitic acid with...

caprooyl phytosphingosine

A mixture of fatty acids caproic acid and phytosphingosine.

caprooyl sphingosine

A mixture of fatty acids caproic acid and sphingosine.

Salvia hispanica (chia) seed oil

Non-fragrant plant oil whose seeds are a rich source of fatty acids...

azelaoyl bis-dipeptide-10

Azelaoyl bis-dipeptide-10 is a synthetic peptide built around naturally-derived azelaic acid that offers brightening and antioxidant benefits.

myristoyl pentapeptide-17

Myristoyl pentapeptide-17 is a synthetic peptide known to increase skin's hydration and resilience.

adenosine phosphate

Also known as AMP, adenosine phosphate is a skin-soothing and restoring ingredient that's similar to adenosine triphosphate.

tripeptide-29

Tripeptide-29 is a synthetic peptide consisting of amino acids glycine and proline plus hydroxyproline (an amino acid derivative) shown to improve uneven texture and the look of fine lines.

acetyl tetrapeptide-5

Acetyl tetrapeptide-5 is a synthetic peptide that has calming, smoothing, hydrating, and firmness-enhancing benefits when applied to skin.

myristoyl tripeptide-31

A synthetic peptide made from combining the fatty acid myristic acid with tripeptide-31. This peptide is believed to have a retinol-like effect on skin’s appearance.

palmitoyl dipeptide-10

A synthetic peptide made of palmitic acid and dipeptide-10, which contains the amino acids alanine and histidine. This peptide is believed to trigger some amount of repair to damaged collagen and elastin.

tetrapeptide-30

Tetrapeptide-30 is a peptide that targets the appearance of discolourations and uneven skin tone.

myristoyl hexapeptide-16

Myristoyl hexapeptide-16 is a synthetic, fatty acid-linked peptide known to improve skin’s resilience, visibly calm, and help skin look and feel smoother.

tripeptide-1

Tripeptide-1, aka GHK (glycine, histidine, lysine - the amino acids that comprise it), is a synthetic signal peptide that teaches skin to rebuild damaged areas.

hexanoyl dipeptide-3 norleucine acetate

Hexanoyl dipeptide-3 norleucine acetate is a synthetic peptide that helps skin’s surface shed properly and speeds up surface renewal for fresher-looking skin.

glycoproteins

Glycoproteins are a type of peptide naturally present in skin's surface that works with other ingredients to reinforce skin's barrier strength.