Ingredient dictionary

Tea tree oil contains volatile components (such as linalool, limonene, and eucalyptol) that can be sensitising to skin.

The plant from which tea tree oil is derived.

This naturally derived diterpene has antioxidant benefits, but also the potential to irritate skin.

This synthetic peptide has antibacterial properties that might help it fight acne.

This antibacterial medication is used to treat several skin conditions, including acne and rosacea.

An ingredient derived from sugar beets that is sometimes used as an alternative to...

This nano-sized form of sulfur has antimicrobial and soothing properties.

This subset of flavonoids has antioxidant and possible antimicrobial properties.

This derivative of pure vitamin C has antioxidant properties and can fight visible signs of aging

Also known as 9-octadecenedioic acid, this plant-derived ingredient plays a novel role in helping to interrupt excess melanin that triggers hyperpigmentation.

Succinic acid is a synthetic acid that helps adjust a product’s pH, offsets unpleasant odors and is produced by substances in skin’s microbiome.

This chemical element’s antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties are used to treat many skin issues.

Scientific name for vitamin B6; may have antioxidant benefits for skin.

This derivative of kojic acid has antioxidant and skin-brightening properties.

This extract from a type of brown micro algae has antioxidant and skin soothing properties.

This extract from a tree known as Japanese cypress has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and collagen-protecting benefits.

This type of bandage helps lessen the duration of whitehead pimples.

Soothing agent and gentle exfoliant that refines skin’s texture and reduces blemishes + their marks. Famous for calming reddened, sensitive skin.

A prescription azelaic acid medicine.

This over-the-counter topical antibacterial blemishes treatment is widely considered the most effective because of its ability to penetrate hair follicles and kill blemish-causing bacteria with low sensitivity.

Oil-soluble exfoliating ingredient that gently helps slough off dead skin cells and unclogs pores, for softer, smoother texture and tone.

BHA, or beta hydroxy acid, is more commonly known as salicylic acid.

Oil-soluble exfoliating ingredient that gently helps slough off dead skin cells and unclogs pores, for softer, smoother texture and tone.

Plant extract whose soothing antioxidant benefits help support blemish-prone skin. 

Plant extract whose soothing antioxidant benefits help support blemish-prone skin. 

Plant extract whose soothing antioxidant benefits help support blemish-prone skin. 

Member of the retinoid family that has multiple benefits for skin. Helps protect from environmental aggressors as well as reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Considered more gentle than retinoic acid.

Retinyl propionate is a vitamin A derivative that shares the same anti-aging benefits as classic retinol but with greater stability. 

Synthetic skin-calming peptide that interrupts pathways that lead to skin discolourations and uneven tone.

Also known as retinol, this is one of the most recognised anti-ageing ingredients. This powerhouse has multiple benefits for skin and is offered in varying strengths to deliver visible results.

Plant extract whose soothing antioxidant benefits help support blemish-prone skin. 

Cannabidiol is one of the components of the Cannabis sativa and Cannabis indica plants.

Capryloyl salicylic acid is a derivative (ester) of salicylic acid developed by L'Oreal.

This type of seaweed exerts antioxidant, soothing, and hydrating effects on skin.

One of the most recognised anti-ageing ingredients, this powerhouse has multiple benefits for skin. With over seven decades of research proving its effectiveness, it’s used in several strengths and types of products to deliver visible results.

An ester of vitamin A (retinoic acid) and vitamin C (ascorbic acid) that functions as an antioxidant.

A synthetic, "new generation" retinol with research showing its usefulness for restoring and improving signs of ageing in skin.

The extract of the plant Rhodiola rosea, also known as Arctic root or golden root, that is high in antioxidants and flavonoids.

This well-known ingredient is considered one of the gold standards for fading various skin discolorations.

This form of vitamin E helps defend skin from pollution and other environmental stressors that lead to signs of aging.