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ACTIVATED BINCHOTAN CHARCOAL

Benefits:

Powerfully adsorbs excess oil and toxins to purify the skin.

ACTIVE HYDRAMESH TECHNOLOGY™

Benefits:

This state-of-the-art complex works on a molecular level, forming a hydrating mesh-like surface over skin to help reduce Trans-Epidermal Water Loss (TEWL) as it infuses skin with 48 hours of vital moisture.

Product Recommendation:

Skin Smoothing Cream

ADAPTOGENIC ASHWAGANDHA

Benefits:

Smoothes the skins texture whilst delivering antioxidant benefits to slow signs of premature aging.

Product Recommendation:

PowerBright Dark Spot Serum

AFRICAN WHITEWOOD BARK EXTRACT

Scientific Name: Enantia Chlorantha
Benefits:

Contains anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties while regulating oil production in the skin.

Product Recommendation:

Breakout Clearing Foaming Wash

AGE BRIGHT ™ COMPLEX

Benefits:

Works with the skin's natural microbiome to promote clearer, brighter skin. Terpineol (isolated from Pinus Sylvestris, or Pine Oil) and Thymol (from Thymus Vulgaris, or Thyme) help reduce breakout-causing bacteria and sebum while Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) helps reduce visible skin aging by fading post inflammatory hyperpigmentation.

ALOE VERA

Benefits:

Rich in mucopolysaccharides, helps bind moisture into the skin for hydration. It also soothes the skin and delivers antioxidant vitamins A, C and E.

Product Recommendation:

Skin Smoothing Cream

ALPHA-HYDROXY ACID (AHA)

Benefits:

This group of chemical exfoliants can be naturally derived or synthetically created. AHAs can penetrate the layers of the epidermis and have the ability to "unglue" the bonds that hold dead skin cells together, thus exfoliating the skin. Alpha Hydroxy Acids have the benefit of increasing skin cell turnover, hydration, and reducing fine lines and wrinkles while brightening the skin.

Product Recommendation:

Rapid Reveal PeelSkin Resurfacing Cleanser

ALPHA-LIPOIC ACID

Benefits:

Alpha-lipoic acid is a vitamin-like chemical, also known as an antioxidant.

AMINOMETHYL PROPANOL

Benefits:

A pH adjuster.

ANTIOXIDANTS

Benefits:

Antioxidants can take many forms in skin care, including vitamins A, C, E, F. Antioxidants are beneficial in helping to slow a biochemical reaction that leads to premature skin aging. Reactive Oxygen Species, also known as "free radical damage,” can cause a breakdown in vital skin proteins, such as collagen. By using antioxidants ingredients, this can help slow this reaction and thus the signs of premature skin aging, like fine lines and wrinkles.

Product Recommendation:

AGE Smart System

APPLE FRUIT EXTRACT

Scientific Name: Pyrus Malus
Benefits:

A saccharide complex that increases skin hydration. Also works to smooth the skin, softening the appearance of fine lines.

Product Recommendation:

Calm Water Gel

APRICOT KERNEL OIL

Scientific Name: Prunus Armeniaca
Benefits:

An excellent source of fatty acids, Vitamin A and Linoleic Acid. Helps soothe irritation, nourish and moisturize.

Product Recommendation:

PreCleanse, PreCleanse Balm

ARCTIC ALGAE

Scientific Name: Hydrolyzed Algin
Benefits:

Provides toning action to help combat the formation of wrinkles.

Product Recommendation:

Stress Positive Eye Lift

ARGAN OIL

Benefits:

Rapidly penetrates skin without leaving a greasy feel. Excellent source of antioxidants and flavonoids that inhibit collagen and elastin degradation. Provides an enriched source of fatty acids, plant sterols, Vitamin E and Ferulic Acid to protect skin while reinforcing barrier lipid layer.

ARGININE / LYSINE POLYPEPTIDE

Benefits:

A peptide that acts as a sugar trap, binding sugars in the body to itself to prevent the destruction of collagen.

Product Recommendation:

Antioxidant HydraMistSuper Rich Repair

ARNICA MONTANA FLOWER

Benefits:

A natural extract that helps soothe and hydrate the skin.

ASH TREE BARK EXTRACT

Scientific Name: Fraxinus Excelsior
Benefits:

Contains Fraxin and Esculin, which present strong vasculo-protective properties.

Product Recommendation:

Age Reversal Eye Complex

AUSTRALIAN CAVIAR LIME

Scientific Name: Microcitrus Australasica
Benefits:

This naturally powerful exfoliant helps promote cell turnover for a more radiant complexion. It is rich in Vitamin C, which provides antioxidant protection.

Product Recommendation:

Rapid Reveal Peel

AZELAIC ACID

Benefits:

Azelaic Acid and its derivatives are often used to treat breakouts, by controlling excess oil production in the skin.

B

BAKUCHIOL

Benefits:

This ingredient, often used as a retinol alternative, is naturally derived from the seed of the Psoralea Corylifolia "Babchi" plant.

BALM MINT

Benefits:

A skin soothing extract that cools and calms.

Product Recommendation:

Multi-Active Toner

BAMBOO EXTRACT

Scientific Name: Bambusa Vulgaris
Benefits:

Helps stimulate Hyaluronic Acid formation for increased hydration and elasticity.

Product Recommendation:

Antioxidant HydraMist

BAMBOO STEM EXTRACT

Scientific Name: Bambusa Arundinacea
Benefits:

A physical exfoliant that dramatically smoothes the skin.

Product Recommendation:

Hydro Masque Exfoliant

BENTONITE CLAY

Benefits:

A natural earth clay that helps absorb excess oil, refine pores and clear congestion.

Product Recommendation:

Sebum Clearing Masque

BENZOYL PEROXIDE

Benefits:

A common acne/breakout fighting ingredient that has antibacterial benefits and has a comedolytic effect, reducing breakout activity in the skin. Benzoyl Peroxide can be known to cause irritation and dryness on the skin dependent on the type of product and the percentage of the active ingredient.

BETA-HYDROXY ACID (BHA)

Benefits:

Beta Hydroxy Acid (or Salicylic Acid) is a lipophilic (oil-loving) chemical exfoliant often used to treat breakouts/acne. Due to the fact the Salicylic Acid is attracted to oil, this works well with the excess oil in the skin to clear and decongest blocked pores and prevent future breakouts whilst being gentle and anti-inflammatory in nature.

Product Recommendation:

Active Clearing SystemDaily Microfoliant

BIO-FERMENTED SAGE

Benefits:

Works to help brighten and even out skin tone.

BIOFLAVONOID COMPLEX

Benefits:

A retinol-like ingredient that helps reduces excess oil and refine breakout-prone skin.

Product Recommendation:

Retinol Clearing Oil

BIOREPLENISH™ COMPLEX

Benefits:

This patented complex delivers a proven combination of key barrier lipids to help enhance the skin’s natural resilience and support barrier recovery.

BLACK CURRENT OIL

Benefits:

Works to boost the skin's natural luminosity.

Product Recommendation:

PowerBright Dark Spot Serum

BLUE ALGAE EXTRACT

Benefits:

Provides deep hydration and nourishment for dehydrated skin.

Product Recommendation:

Cooling Aqua Jelly

BLUE TANSY FLOWER OIL

Benefits:

Calms, soothes, and provides antioxidant benefits to the skin.

Product Recommendation:

Cooling Aqua Jelly

BORAGE SEED OIL

Scientific Name: Borago Officinalis
Benefits:

A skin conditioning agent with essential fatty acids. Helps to treat inflammation, dehydration and scaliness.

Product Recommendation:

PreCleanse, PreCleanse Balm

BROCCOLI EXTRACT

Benefits:

Inhibits the growth of "bad" bacteria for a healthy microbiome and helps purify pores – leaving skin smooth, refined, and revitalized.

Product Recommendation:

Active Clay Cleanser

BROWN ALGAE

Scientific Name: Ascophyllum Nodosum
Benefits:

Works to slow triggers that contribute to pigment production.

Product Recommendation:

Pure Light

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CACTUS PEAR STEM EXTRACT

Scientific Name: Opuntia Ficus-Indica
Benefits:

Helps soothe sensitivity and imparts water-binding properties to help support healthy moisture balance.

Product Recommendation:

Calm Water Gel

CAFFEINE

Benefits:

Often used in acne/breakout-fighting products, Caffeine works to slow down excess sebum (oil) production in the skin, thus slowing future breakout activity and oiliness.

Product Recommendation:

Sebum Clearing Masque

CAMELLIA OIL

Scientific Name: Camellia Japonica
Benefits:

A unique plant oil with lipid barrier properties that inhibits dehydration, soothes, and calms the skin.

Product Recommendation:

Phyto Replenish Oil

CAMPHOR

Benefits:

Has a cooling effect on the skin; ideal for breakout-prone skin

Product Recommendation:

Clearing Skin WashSebum Clearing Masque

CAMU CAMU

Benefits:

Sourced sustainably from Peru, this ingredient helps prolong radiance. Often called the youth berry, this superfruit contains 60x more Vitamin C than an orange and has been wild harvested by Indigenous tribes for more than 700 years to maintain health and longevity.

Product Recommendation:

Phyto-Nature Firming Serum

CARROT SEED OIL

Benefits:

A nourishing, antioxidant-rich oil that helps firm and rejuvenate skin while improving elasticity. Excellent for dry skin, eczema, and dermatitis.

Product Recommendation:

Overnight Repair Serum

CASTOR OIL

Benefits:

A multi-purpose oil that is derived from the seeds of the Ricinus communis plant.

CENTELLA ASIATICA

Benefits:

Locks in hydration to help enhance the skin’s moisture content and reduces the appearance of fine lines.

Product Recommendation:

Intensive Moisture Balance

CERAMIDES

Benefits:

Ceramides help increase hydration and optimize skin barrier function. Ceramides are key as they lay the foundation of the skin's natural bilayer structure. Without them, skin is usually more sensitive. ​

CHIA SEED OIL

Scientific Name: Salvia Hispanica
Benefits:

Rich in antioxidants and a source of omega-3-fatty acids– known to help reduce inflammation; possesses exceptional antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and moisturizing properties.

Product Recommendation:

BioLumin-C SerumBioLumin-C Eye Serum

CICA

Benefits:

"Cica", or Centella Asiatica, locks in hydration to help enhance the skin’s moisture content and reduce the appearance of fine lines.

CITRUS UNSHIU PEEL

Benefits:

A skin brightener that helps control hyperpigmentation and evens out skin tone.

Product Recommendation:

Daily Resurfacer

CLAY

Benefits:

Clays are often used to serve as oil-absorbers in products designed for oily or breakout-prone skin. Dermalogica uses natural earth clays such as Bentonite and Kaolin Clay.

Product Recommendation:

Active Clay CleanserSebum Clearing Masque

COENZYME Q10 (COQ10)

Benefits:

An antioxidant produced naturally in the body and often consumed in supplement form.

COLLAGEN

Benefits:

Collagen is a vital skin protein that is naturally found in the dermal lay of the skin and serves as a vital part of the skins structure, providing firmness and plumpness. Collagen is also found in other areas of the body such as bones, tendons, muscles, hair, and blood vessels.

CRANBERRY OIL

Benefits:

Improves barrier protection against moisture loss and shields against environmental damage.

Product Recommendation:

Pure Night

CROSS-LINKED HYALURONIC ACID

Benefits:

A specific form of Hyaluronic Acids that holds 5000x its weight in water.

Product Recommendation:

Skin Hydrating Masque

CUCUMBER FRUIT

Scientific Name: Cucumis Sativus
Benefits:

A skin smoothing and hydrating ingredient.

Product Recommendation:

Micro-Pore MistHydro Masque Exfoliant

D

DEFI

Scientific Name: Directly Esterified Fatty Isethionate
Benefits:

A lipid-enriched surfactant system that cleanses skin while helping to minimize damage of vital proteins and lipids that defend against dryness.

Product Recommendation:

Intensive Moisture Cleanser

DIMETHICONE

Benefits:

Dimethicones are important for their emollient properties and their ability to improve the skin’s feel.

Product Recommendation:

Barrier RepairHydrablur Primer

DIGLUCOSYL GALLIC ACID

Benefits:

This next-generation molecule is activated by the skin’s natural microbiome to brighten hyperpigmentation.

DIHYDROXYACETONE

Benefits:

Often derived from plant sources, such as sugar cane or beets, this ingredient is often found in self-tanning products to create a tan-like appearance.

DUAL-SIZE HYALURONIC ACID

Benefits:

A material found naturally in skin, provides the ultimate hydration. High molecular weight HA helps to form a film on the skin surface and reduce Trans-Epidermal Water Loss (TEWL) while low molecular weight HA provides hydration through skin's surface layers.

Product Recommendation:

Calm Water Gel

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ELASTIN

Benefits:

Another key structural protein of the skin, elastin helps the skin "bounce back" or return to its original shape when stretched or pinched.

EMOLLIENT

Benefits:

Often used to describe rich-weight moisturizers, the word "emollient" refers to the products ability to condition and soften the skin.

ESSENTIAL OILS

Benefits:

Essential Oils are compounds extracted from plants that are used for their aromatherapy benefits and can be used in skin care to impact skin health. Pure Essential Oils should not be used directly on the skin, and in skin care products, these compounds are suspended in carrier oils or ingredients to ensure a gentle delivery to the skin.

EUCALYPTUS

Scientific Name: Eucalyptus Globulus
Benefits:

An ingredient known for its anti-bacterial properties and is used to help soothe the skin.

Product Recommendation:

Conditioning Body Wash

EUROPEAN BROWN ALGAE

Scientific Name: Laminaria Digitata
Benefits:

A rich source of natural minerals and alginate, helps to hydrate and protect skin.

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FERMENTED YEAST

Scientific Name: Saccharomyces Ferment Lysate Filtrate
Benefits:

Helps firm and hydrate the skin to generate a lifting effect, as well as protect the skin’s barrier integrity.

Product Recommendation:

Stress Positive Eye Lift

FRENCH GREEN CLAY

Benefits:

Absorbs excess oil and debris, leaving skin purified and clear.

G

GIANT WHITE BIRD OF PARADISE EXTRACT

Scientific Name: Strelitzia Nicolai
Benefits:

Helps increase skin luminosity and decrease fine dehydration lines.

Product Recommendation:

Pure Night

GINGER ROOT OIL

Scientific Name: Zingiber Officinale
Benefits:

Soothes and provides skin protection benefits.

GLUCOSAMINE

Benefits:

Controls collagen destruction, stimulates formation of Hyaluronic Acid and collagen, and helps control hyperpigmentation.

GLYCERIN

Benefits:

Helps prevent moisture loss and enhances skin hydration.

Product Recommendation:

Rapid Reveal Peel

GLYCEROL

Benefits:

Delivers powerful prebiotic benefits, supporting skin's natural defenses and providing "food" to help skin's good bacteria flourish.

Product Recommendation:

Active Clay Cleanser

GLYCOLIC ACID

Benefits:

An Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) that works to accelerate cell renewal – delivering brighter, smoother skin and helping to minimize the appearance of premature skin aging.

GRAPE SEED EXTRACT

Scientific Name: Vitis Vinifera
Benefits:

Rich in antioxidants, helps reduce free radical activity and defends skin. Also works to condition the skin.

Product Recommendation:

Skin Smoothing Cream

GRAPEFRUIT PEEL OIL

Scientific Name: Citrus Grandis
Benefits:

Soothes and provides skin protection benefits. Rich in Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA); Grape Seed Extract helps stimulate surface cell removal to brighten, even, and smooth.

Product Recommendation:

Thermafoliant Body ScrubBioLumin-C Serum

GREEN TEA EXTRACT

Scientific Name: Camellia Sinensis
Benefits:

An antioxidant that helps protect the skin against the damaging effects of pollution and oxidative stress on the skin.

Product Recommendation:

Skin Defense BoosterMicro-Pore Mist

GRIFFONIA SEED EXTRACT

Benefits:

Provides antioxidant defense to help safeguard results against free radicals.

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HEXYLRESORCINOL

Benefits:

Helps fade dark spots for brighter, more even skin.

Product Recommendation:

PowerBright Dark Spot Serum

HYALURONIC ACID

Scientific Name: Sodium Hyaluronate
Benefits:

Holds up to 1000x its weight in water to deeply hydrate the skin.

HYDROXYPHENYL PROPAMIDOBENZOIC ACID

Benefits:

A synthetic avenanthramide (Oat active) used to boost the efficacy of natural Oat to have an anti-inflammatory, soothing effect.

HYDROXYPINACOLONE RETINOATE

Benefits:

An ester of Retinoic Acid (Vitamin A) that works like Retinol, but without the irritation. Help reverse the signs of aging.

Product Recommendation:

MultiVitamin Power Serum

HUMECTANT

Benefits:

Humectants are water binding agents that can be found naturally in the skin. Humectants hydrate the skin by attracting moisture and holding it in the skin

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INDIAN GENTIAN EXTRACT

Scientific Name: Swertia Chirayita
Benefits:

Helps reduce skin fragility and reduces the appearance of wrinkles.

Product Recommendation:

Nightly Lip Treatment

J

JAPANESE MATCHA TEA

Benefits:

Provides the skin with critical antioxidant benefits to help slow signs of premature skin aging.

JASMINE OIL

Scientific Name: Jasminum Officinale
Benefits:

Used to refresh tired skin.

Product Recommendation:

Intensive Moisture CleanserOvernight Repair

JOJOBA SEED OIL

Benefits:

A skin conditioner that works to hydrate and lock moisture in the skin.

K

KAOLIN CLAY

Benefits:

A natural earth clay that helps absorb excess oil, refine pores, and clear congestion.

Product Recommendation:

Sebum Clearing Masque

KOJIC ACID

Benefits:

Derived form several types of fungi, this ingredient is often used to target hyperpigmentation.

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LACTIC ACID

Benefits:

A skin smoothing Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) that breaks apart the snap-like bonds that hold dead skin cells together.

LACTOBACILLUS/PUMPKIN FRUIT FERMENT FILTRATE

Benefits:

Smoothes and helps even skin tone without irritating the skin. Also contains antioxidant Vitamins A and C to help fight the signs of skin aging.

Product Recommendation:

Rapid Reveal Peel

L-ASCORBIC ACID

Benefits:

A form of Vitamin C that occurs in nature and is susceptible to oxidation- causing it to degrade.

LAVENDER

Scientific Name: Lavandula Angustifolia
Benefits:

A naturally antiseptic extract that helps soothe and purify the skin.

Product Recommendation:

UltraCalming CleanserSpecial Cleansing Gel

LEMON FRUIT EXTRACT

Scientific Name: Citrus Limon Fruit
Benefits:

Used to refresh tired skin.

LEMON PEEL OIL

Scientific Name: Citrus Limon Peel
Benefits:

Used to refresh tired skin.

LEMONGRASS EXTRACT

Scientific Name: Cymbopogon Schoenanthus
Benefits:

Naturally fragrant, this extract works to energize and revive while toning the skin.

LICORICE EXTRACT

Scientific Name: Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Benefits:

An ingredient known for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.

Product Recommendation:

Redness Relief EssenceDaily Microfoliant

LIPASE

Benefits:

A powerful, water-activated enzyme that dissolves or digests proteins in skin, allowing dulling skin cells to be removed.

Product Recommendation:

Daily Superfoliant

M

MADAGASCAR GREEN COFFEE BEAN

Benefits:

Rich in Caffeic Acid, this phyto-active works with the skin's microbiome and helps to revitalize the skin and decrease the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Product Recommendation:

Phyto-Nature Firming Serum

MAGNESIUM ASPARTATE

Benefits:

The most bioavailable form of Magnesium, defends skin against extrinsic and intrinsic stress.

MALIC ACID

Benefits:

An Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) that works to dissolve cellular glue to release dead skin cells and speed up cell turnover rate to help even skin tone.

Product Recommendation:

Daily Superfoliant

MALLOW

Scientific Name: Malva Sylvestris
Benefits:

A natural extract that helps soothe and hydrate the skin.

MANDELIC ACID

Benefits:

An Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) that works to dissolve cellular glue to release dead skin cells and speed up cell turnover rate to help even skin tone.

Product Recommendation:

Charcoal Rescue Masque

MANGO SEED BUTTER

Benefits:


Rich in minerals, Vitamin A, C and E, this emollient butter helps condition and fortify the skins protective barrier.

Product Recommendation:

Melting Moisture Masque

MAP

Scientific Name: Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Benefits:

A non-acidic, stable form of Vitamin C that stimulates collagen formation, provides antioxidant protection, and inhibits specific skin enzymes that contribute to collagen breakdown.

MATCHA GREEN TEA

Benefits:

Helps fight free radical skin damage that contributes to signs of skin aging from UV and physical light.

Product Recommendation:

Invisible Physical Defense SPF30

MATRICARIA FLOWER EXTRACT

Benefits:

Provides a pore-tightening effect on the skin.

Product Recommendation:

Clearing Skin Wash

MEADOWSWEET EXTRACT

Scientific Name: Spiraea Ulmaria
Benefits:

An anti-inflammatory agent that protects against the production and secretion of excess sebum.

MICA

Benefits:

Minerals that help reflect light and create an iridescence, contributing to a glowing skin.

Product Recommendation:

Total Eye Care SPF15

MINERAL OIL

Scientific Name: Mineral oil
Benefits:

Mineral Oil can create an occlusive film on the skin and is considered to be a comedogenic ingredient that can lead to breakout activity on the skin.

MOTH BEAN SEED EXTRACT

Scientific Name: Vigna Aconitifolia
Benefits:

Helps fight signs of aging by strengthening dermal collagen and increasing skin cell turnover.

Product Recommendation:

Pure Night

MURUMURU SEED

Scientific Name: Sodium Astrocaryum Murumuruate
Benefits:

An excellent emollient known for its skin conditioning benefits

Product Recommendation:

Intensive Moisture Cleanser

N

NARINGIN

Benefits:

Works to soothe and nourish dehydrated skin.

NIACINAMIDE

Benefits:

A Vitamin B3 derivative that helps to control excess oil and inflammation in the skin

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OAT KERNEL EXTRACT

Scientific Name: Avena Sativa
Benefits:

Acts as an anti-inflammatory while moisturizing, soothing, and calming.

Product Recommendation:

Redness Relief EssenceDaily Microfoliant

OLEANOLIC ACID

Benefits:

An anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compound found in olive tree leaves that helps fight breakout-causing bacteria.

OLIGOPEPTIDE-34

Benefits:

Reduces pigment production and the transfer of melanin to skin cells.

Product Recommendation:

Pure NightPure Light

OLIGOPEPTIDE-51

Benefits:

This synthetic peptide helps control melanogenesis (pigment production) in the skin by inhibiting the specific enzyme (Tyrosinase enzyme) involved in melanin synthesis.

Product Recommendation:

C-12 Pure Bright Serum

OMEGA 6

Scientific Name: Linoleic Acid
Benefits:

An essential fatty acid that helps maintain and restore the skin’s barrier.

ORANGE PEEL OIL

Scientific Name: Citrus Aurantium Dulcis
Benefits:

Soothes and provides skin protection benefits.

ORANGE FLOWER OIL

Scientific Name: Citrus Aurantium Dulcis
Benefits:

Used to refresh tired skin.

Product Recommendation:

PreCleanseDaily Resurfacer

ORCHID FLOWER OIL

Scientific Name: Cymbidium Grandiflorum
Benefits:

Rich in minerals naturally found in skin; a source of sugar and polysaccharides that help seal in moisture while balancing the skin.


Product Recommendation:

Phyto Replenish Oil

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PALMAROSA OIL

Scientific Name: Cymbopogon Martini
Benefits:

Used to refresh tired skin.

Product Recommendation:

Intensive Moisture Cleanser

PALMITOYL HEXAPEPTIDE-14

Benefits:

A signaling peptide that helps stimulate collagen and promote skin firmness and elasticity. Also helps inhibit degradation activity of collagen and elastin destroying enzymes.

Product Recommendation:

MultiVitamin Power Serum

PALMITOYL TRIPEPTIDE-38

Benefits:

Stimulates collagen and Hyaluronic Acid synthesis to strengthen the dermis and reduce the signs of skin aging. Stimulates both collagen I and collagen IV, two critical types of collagen for improving strength.

Product Recommendation:

Phyto-Nature Firming Serum

PALMITOYL TRIPEPTIDE-42

Benefits:

Works to smooth, firm, and tone the skin, combatting signs of skin aging.

Product Recommendation:

Neck Fit Contour Serum

PALMITOYL TRIPEPTIDE-5

Benefits:

A peptide that stimulates collagen synthesis, helps firm skin, activates Tissue Growth Factor (TGF), a peptide that is required in its active state for collagen production to occur.

Product Recommendation:

Age Reversal Eye ComplexSuper Rich Repair

PANTHENYL TRIACETATE

Benefits:

Works to soothe and nourish dehydrated skin.

PAPAYA ENZYMES

Scientific Name: Papain
Benefits:

An enzymatic ingredient that gently dissolves dead skin cells.

Product Recommendation:

Daily MicrofoliantBioLumin-C Eye Serum

PARABENS

Benefits:

A controversial ingredient group used as preservatives in skin care. Dermalogica is Paraben-Free.

PATENTED TT COMPLEX

Scientific Name: Patented Terpineol Thymol Complex
Benefits:

Works with the skin’s natural microbiome to reduce breakout causing bacteria while preserving the healthy bacteria of the skin.

PEA EXTRACT

Scientific Name: Pisum Sativum
Benefits:

Helps stimulate Hyaluronic Acid formation for increased hydration and elasticity.

Product Recommendation:

Antioxidant HydraMist

PEONY FLOWER

Benefits:

Works to boost the skin's natural luminosity.

Product Recommendation:

PowerBright Dark Spot Serum

PEPTIDE

Benefits:

Peptides are made up of chains of Amino Acids and work as chemical messengers in the skin, influencing specific cells to trigger a specific reaction. The sequence of Amino Acids dictates each specific peptide's ability.

Product Recommendation:

AGE Smart System

PERSIAN SILK TREE EXTRACT

Scientific Name: Albizia Julibrissin Bark
Benefits:


Provides antioxidant protection and fights free radicals while brightening, reducing signs of fatigue, and helping fight skin aging.

Product Recommendation:

Sound Sleep Cocoon

PHYTIC ACID

Benefits:

An Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHAs) that stimulates cell turnover and cell renewal for improved skin texture.

Product Recommendation:

Daily MicrofoliantRapid Reveal Peel

PHTHALATE

Benefits:

Phthalates are a large group of chemicals that are often used in personal care products and plastics to soften and increase flexibility.

PLANKTON EXTRACT

Benefits:

A Micro-Algae extract with skin conditioning properties that strengthens the skin’s barrier, soothes, and moisturizes.

Product Recommendation:

Melting Moisture Masque

PLANT-DERIVED D-GLUCOSE

Scientific Name: Saccharide Isomerate
Benefits:

Actively works to help prevent dehydration of the skin.

Product Recommendation:

Prisma Protect SPF30

POLYLACTIC ACID

Benefits:

A fine mineral powder that polishes away dead skin cells to help minimize fine lines and improve the overall texture of skin. Removes excess cells that impede penetration of active ingredients.

PRICKLY PEAR CACTUS FLOWER

Scientific Name: Opuntia Ficus Indica
Benefits:


Boosts activity of skin’s natural desquamation enzymes that are responsible for breaking desmosomal cell attachments, allowing dead and dull skin cells to be released.

Product Recommendation:

Calm Water Gel

PRO-VITAMIN B5

Scientific Name: Panthenol
Benefits:

Aids in skin repair and hydration.

PUMPKIN FRUIT FERMENT FILTRATE

Benefits:


Smoothes and helps even skin tone without irritating the skin. Also contains antioxidant Vitamins A and C to help fight the signs of skin aging.

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R

RAMBUTAN EXTRACT

Benefits:

Works to smooth, firm, and tone the skin, combatting signs of skin aging.

Product Recommendation:

Neck Fit Contour Serum

RASPBERRY SEED OIL

Benefits:

Improves barrier protection against moisture loss and shields against environmental damage.

Product Recommendation:

Pure NightUltraCalming Cleanser

RED ALGAE

Scientific Name: Palmaria Palmata
Benefits:

Works to slow triggers that contribute to pigment production.

Product Recommendation:

Daily SuperfoliantPure Light

RED SEAWEED

Scientific Name: Corallina Officinalis
Benefits:

Helps firm skin, reducing the appearance of fine lines.

Product Recommendation:

Multivitamin Power Firm

RESURRECTION PLANT

Benefits:

Hydrates and smoothes the skin. The Resurrection Plant is known for its ability to survive extreme dehydration.

Product Recommendation:

AGE Bright Clearing Serum

RETINOL

Benefits:

A form of Vitamin A that helps reverse the signs of aging by normalizing cells and stimulating new collagen formation while gently exfoliating.

RICE BRAN EXTRACT

Scientific Name: Oryza Sativa
Benefits:


A rich source of Phytic Acid and antioxidants; helps defend against environmental damage and increases cell turnover, to help brighten hyperpigmentation.

Product Recommendation:

Daily MicrofoliantDaily Superfoliant

ROSEHIP SEED OIL

Scientific Name: Rosa Moschata
Benefits:


An antioxidant rich oil that is an excellent source of Vitamin C and essential fatty acids to reinforce the barrier lipid layer, while protecting skin and enhancing luminosity.

Product Recommendation:

Retinol Clearing Oil

ROSEMARY

Scientific Name: Rosmarinus Officinalis
Benefits:


Provides a natural toning effect on the skin; revitalizes skin.

Product Recommendation:

Phyto Replenish OilMelting Moisture Masque

RYE SEED EXTRACT

Benefits:

Works to smooth, firm, and tone the skin, combatting signs of skin aging.

Product Recommendation:

Neck Fit Contour Serum

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SAFFLOWER SEED OIL

Scientific Name: Carthamus Tinctorius
Benefits:

Contains Linoleic Acid which helps condition and counter fine dehydration lines by keeping the skin barrier strong and locking hydration in the skin.

Product Recommendation:

PreCleanse, PreCleanse Balm

SALICYLIC ACID

Benefits:

A Beta Hydroxy Acid (BHA) that works with the natural oils in the skin to clear and decongest the skin, stimulating natural exfoliation.

SEA SILT

Scientific Name: Maris Limus
Benefits:

A physical exfoliant that dramatically smoothes the skin by gently polishing away dead, dull skin cells.

Product Recommendation:

Charcoal Rescue Masque

SEA WATER EXTRACT

Scientific Name: Maris Aqua
Benefits:

Provides toning action to help combat the formation of wrinkles

Product Recommendation:

Stress Positive Eye Lift

SESAME SEED EXTRACT

Scientific Name: Sesamum Indicum
Benefits:

Helps to smooth lips and decrease the appearance of lines, wrinkles and skin roughness.

Product Recommendation:

Nightly Lip TreatmentOvernight Repair Serum

SHEA BUTTER

Scientific Name: Butyrospermum Parkii
Benefits:

Increases hydration and improves skin elasticity while restoring barrier function against visible signs of aging.

SHIITAKE MUSHROOM

Benefits:

Works to brighten and even out skin tone.

SILICA

Benefits:

A fine mineral powder that polishes away dead skin cells to help minimize fine lines and improve the overall texture of skin. Removes excess cells that impede penetration of active ingredients.

Product Recommendation:

Multivitamin Thermafoliant

SILICONE

Benefits:

Silicones, often mistaken for "silicon", are man-made ingredients derived from silica (sand is a silica) and are often used as emollients and skin protecting agents.

Product Recommendation:

SkinPerfect PrimerBarrier Repair

SNEEZEWEED EXTRACT

Scientific Name: Centipeda Cunninghamii
Benefits:

A plant extract; helps soothe inflamed, irritated skin.

SNOW MUSHROOM

Benefits:


Holds 450x its weight in water- infusing the skin with hydration, antioxidants, and Vitamin D.

Product Recommendation:

Hydro Masque Exfoliant

SOAP BARK EXTRACT

Scientific Name: Quillaja Saponaria
Benefits:

A natural foaming agent that gently removes impurities and excess oil.

Product Recommendation:

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Special Cleansing Gel

SODIUM BICARBONATE

Benefits:

A fine mineral powder that polishes away dead skin cells to help minimize fine lines and improve the overall texture of skin. Removes excess cells that impede penetration of active ingredients.

Product Recommendation:

Multivitamin Thermafoliant

SODIUM HYALURONATE

Scientific Name: Sodium Hyaluronate
Benefits:

Also known as "Hyaluronic Acid". This humectant attracts and binds water in the skin to provide long-lasting hydration. Hyaluronic Acid holds 1000x its weight in water.

Product Recommendation:

Calm Water GelSkin Hydrating Booster

SODIUM PCA

Scientific Name: Sodium Pyrrolidone Carboxylic Acid
Benefits:

A moisture-binding humectant that provides effective moisture absorption and hydration.

Product Recommendation:

Multi-Active Toner

SOPHORA JAPONICA FLOWER EXTRACT

Benefits:

Contains flavonoids that exhibit strong antioxidant activity, this extract helps return skin to a calm state after experiencing oxidative stress.

Product Recommendation:

BioLumin-C Serum

SQUALANE

Benefits:

An extract from Brazilian Sugar Cane that restores skin hydration and suppleness.

SUBTILISIN

Benefits:

A powerful, water-activated enzyme that dissolves or digests proteins in skin, allowing dulling skin cells to be removed.

Product Recommendation:

Daily Superfoliant

SUGAR BEETS

Benefits:

Delivers Amino Acids to the skin that hydrate and help to strengthen the skin’s moisture barrier.

Product Recommendation:

Hydro Masque Exfoliant

SUGAR CANE EXTRACT

Benefits:

A natural extract that helps stimulate cell renewal and cell turnover while gently sloughing dead surface cells.

SULFATES

Benefits:

Sulfates come in various forms are mostly used as cleansing agents in skin cleansers

SULFUR

Benefits:

Removes dulling dead skin cells, combats breakout-causing bacteria, and energizes skin.

Product Recommendation:

Charcoal Rescue Masque

SUNFLOWER SEED OIL

Scientific Name: Helianthus Annuus
Benefits:

A natural triglyceride, rich in Oleic Acid, with excellent emollient properties that conditions the skin.

Product Recommendation:

Phyto Replenish OilPhyto Replenish Body Oil

SURFACTANT

Scientific Name: Surfactant
Benefits:

Surfactants are the primary functional ingredients in cleansers. Surfactants lower the surface tension, allowing water and the product to slip across and adhere to the skin. They also have the ability to remove water insoluble debris from the skin.

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TAMANU OIL

Scientific Name: Calophyllum Inophyllum
Benefits:

A source of specific phytoactives that helps protect skin barrier lipids from UV radiation and accelerates wound healing. Possesses antioxidant, anti-bacterial and skin-soothing properties.

Product Recommendation:

Phyto Replenish Oil

TAMARIND SEED EXTRACT

Scientific Name: Tamarindus Indicia
Benefits:

This naturally occurring polysaccharide moisturizes, reduces trans-epidermal water loss (TEWL), and helps protect the skin’s barrier function.

Product Recommendation:

Sound Sleep Cocoon

TANGERINE LEAF OIL

Scientific Name: Citrus Reticulata
Benefits:

Used to refresh tired skin.

Product Recommendation:

FlashFoliant

TAPIOCA STARCH

Benefits:

A powerful oil-absorber that helps mattify the skin, reducing oil shine.

Product Recommendation:

Matte Defense SPF30

TEA TREE

Scientific Name: Melaleuca Alternifolia
Benefits:

An ingredient known for its anti-bacterial properties and is used to help soothe the skin.

TITANIUM DIOXIDE

Benefits:

A physical sunscreen that provides optimum UVA and UVB protection to protect against photo damage to the skin.

Product Recommendation:

Sheer TintSkin Defense Booster

TOMATO SEED OIL

Scientific Name: Solanum Lycopersicum
Benefits:

A source of lycopene-rich lipids that help restore protective barrier lipids of skin.

Product Recommendation:

Skin Hydrating Masque

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VITAMIN E

Scientific Name: Tocopherol Acetate
Benefits:

A rich antioxidant vitamin that improves skin smoothness and softness.

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WHITE SHIITAKE MUSHROOM

Benefits:

Works to promote a brighter, more even skin tone.

WHITE TEA

Scientific Name: Camellia Sinensis
Benefits:

Helps calm and protect skin from damaging free radicals while inhibiting collagen-degrading enzymes.

WILD INDIGO SEED EXTRACT

Scientific Name: Tephrosia Purpurea
Benefits:

A plant extract with anti-inflammatory properties that helps brighten skin and improves skin tone.

Product Recommendation:

Stress Positive Eye Lift

WILD PANSY EXTRACT

Scientific Name: Hydrolyzed Viola Tricolour
Benefits:

Viola Tricolor is rich in polysaccharides and delivers powerful hydration by enhancing skin’s ability to retain moisture.

WILD ROSE HIPS

Benefits:

A flavonoid complex that helps reduce oily shine and minimizes the appearance of enlarged pores.

Product Recommendation:

Micro-Pore Mist

WITCH HAZEL

Scientific Name: Hamamelis Virginiana
Benefits:

A natural extract that acts as an astringent, controlling excess oil.

Product Recommendation:

Clearing Skin WashAGE Bright Spot Fader

WU-ZHU-YU FRUIT EXTRACT

Scientific Name: Evodia Rutaecarpa
Benefits:

Refines and evens skin texture while illuminating dull skin.

Product Recommendation:

Sound Sleep Cocoon

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ZINC GLYCINATE

Benefits:

Stimulates the production of a specific antioxidant protein that helps slow pigment production in the skin.

Product Recommendation:

Pure LightPure NightC-12 Pure Bright Serum

ZINC OXIDE

Benefits:

A physical sunscreen that provides Broad Spectrum UVA/UVB protection with added blue light defense.

Product Recommendation:

Invisible Physical Defense SPF30