Multifunctional and universal active ingredients are used to support all skin types in nurturing the skin’s healthy functioning.
Alpha Lipoic Acid
Antioxidant | Anti-Inflammatory | Cellular Energy
BENEFIT: Collagen & Elastin Boosting, Fine Line & Wrinkle Reduction, Smoothing
Also known as thioctic acid and a universal antioxidant. Highly bioavailable, as it is oil and water soluble, meaning it works inside and outside of the cell. Thioctic acid influences the mitochondria (cell's energy system) supporting ATP (cell energy) and glutathione production and supports the reactivation of vitamin C & E present in the skin.
Bakuchiol
Antioxidant | Anti-Inflammatory | Anti-Bacterial
BENEFIT: Collagen & Elastin Boosting, Cellular Turnover, Fine Line & Wrinkle Reduction, Smoothing, Pore Refining, Brightening, Photoaging Repair, Anti-Acne
Bakuchiol (pronounced buh-koo-chee-all) is derived from the seeds of the babchi plant, also known as Psoralea Corylifolia. A gentle, non-sensitizing alternative to retinol. Bakuchiol functions similarly (but not identically) to retinol to improve hydration, smooth fine lines and wrinkles, increase elasticity and brighten the overall complexion. The anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties are also helpful for acne-prone skin.
Borage Seed Oil
Antioxidant | Anti-Inflammatory | Anti-Bacterial | Lipid Barrier Function
BENEFIT: Prevents Hydration Loss, Fine Line & Wrinkle Reduction, Smoothing, Brightening, Redness Reducing, Anti-Acne
Borage Seed Oil contains 20-24% gamma linolenic acid (GLA), an important essential fatty acid. Our ability to synthesize GLA from food becomes impaired with age, leading to rough-textured, dehydrated skin and the appearance of wrinkles. GLA is also helpful to balance the androgen hormones associated with acne. Borage Seed Oil is a potent anti-inflammatory that creates a protective barrier and reduces trans-epidermal water loss to help soothe skin conditions like dermatitis, eczema, rosacea, and psoriasis.
Ceramides
Anti-Inflammatory | Lipid Barrier Function
BENEFIT: Prevents Hydration Loss, Fine Line & Wrinkle Reduction
Ceramides help the skin retain moisture, reduce sensitivity and maintain the protective barrier function to smooth, plump and firm the appearance of the skin. Ceramides are a naturally occurring waxy lipid found in the outermost layers of skin forming the skin’s barrier defense (lipid bi-layer). If you think of cells like bricks, ceramides are like the mortar holding the bricks together, creating a protective layer from external environmental stressors and preventing moisture loss. The ceramide content of the skin reduces with age and sun photodamage, so it’s beneficial to replace them and produce more.
CoQ10
Antioxidant | Anti-Inflammatory | Cellular Energy | Lipid Barrier Function
BENEFIT: Prevents Hydration Loss, Collagen & Elastin Boosting , Fine Line & Wrinkle Reduction, Smoothing, Photoaging Repair
Also known as Ubiquinone. CoQ10 forms part of the skin’s surface lipids. The CoQ10 levels in the body, which support the skin barrier function, promote collagen synthesis, reduce inflammation, decline with age. As an oil soluble vitamin present in most cells, primarily in the mitochondria (cell's energy system), CoQ10 produces ATP (cell energy), protects the cell membrane and boosts regeneration of the skin.
Cypress Oil
Anti-bacterial | Microcirculation
BENEFIT: Soothing, Oil Balancing, Anti-Acne
Cypress Oil, also known as Mediterranean Cypress, possesses natural antibacterial, antimicrobial and antifungal properties to aid in the healing process. It enhances microcirculation to increase blood and oxygen flow, which tones and revitalizes dull complexion. Cypress oil is beneficial for regulating oil production and reducing acne breakouts.
Frankincense Oil
Antioxidant | Anti-Inflammatory | Astringent
BENEFIT: Fine Line & Wrinkle Reduction, Smoothing, Soothing, Firming, Brightening, Oil-Balancing, Scar & Stretch Mark Fading
Frankincense Extract (Boswellia Serrata) is a natural astringent that balances the natural oil production and firms the skin. It stimulates cell regeneration, protects existing cells from free radicals, smooths and evens skin tone. Frankincense promotes healing, which helps to fade scars and stretch marks.
Grapeseed Oil
Antioxidant | Anti-Inflammatory | Anti-Bacterial | Lipid Barrier Function
BENEFIT: Prevents Hydration Loss, Collagen & Elastin Protection, Fine Line & Wrinkle Reduction, Smoothing, Soothing, Brightening, Oil-Balancing, Anti-Acne
Grapeseed Oil is extracted from the seeds of the Vitis Vinifera that produce wine grapes. It is a powerhouse of vitamins C and E, essential fatty acids and the antioxidant proanthocyanidin. Grapeseed Oil hydrates, brightens, firms, protects collagen and elastin. The vitamin E found in Grapeseed aids with fading scars and dark circles under the eyes. The oil balancing properties are helpful in reducing and healing acne breakouts.
Geranium Essential Oil
Antioxidant | Anti-Inflammatory | Antibacterial, Astringent | Microcirculation
BENEFIT: Fine Line & Wrinkle Reduction, Smoothing, Soothing, Pore Minimizing, Oil Balancing, Anti-Acne, Scar & Stretch Mark Fading
Geranium Essential Oil (Pelargonium Graveolens) supports a healthy complexion by aiding in the removal of dead skin cells, promoting cell regeneration, and balancing oil-production. It increases microcirculation, evens out the skin tone and aids with healing the skin to fade scars and stretchmarks.
Green Tea Extract
Antioxidant | Anti-Inflammatory | Anti-Bacterial | Microcirculation
BENEFIT: Collagen & Elastin Protection, Fine Line & Wrinkle Reduction, Smoothing, Soothing, Brightening, Redness Reducing, Oil-Balancing, Anti-Acne
Green Tea (Camellia Sinensis) is a powerful antioxidant, as well as a multifunctional natural defender, containing tea polyphenols, that protects against DNA damage caused by UV radiation and free radicals from the environment. Green Tea supports collagen levels and is a potent anti-inflammatory reducing irritation, redness, and sensitivity. It is also anti-bacterial and helpful in balancing androgen hormones associated with acne.
Jojoba Oil
Antioxidant | Anti-Inflammatory | Anti-Bacterial | Lipid Barrier Function
BENEFIT: Prevents Hydration Loss, Soothing, Oil-Balancing, Anti-Acne
Jojoba Oil, pronounced ho-ho-ba, is derived from the seed of the jojoba plant. Although called an oil, it is actually a polyunsaturated liquid plant wax ester. Jojoba is an emollient, biomimetic substance that closely resembles human sebum (our natural oil). Jojoba Oil is skin-restoring and oil-balancing, so it’s beneficial if you produce too much or too little oil. Jojoba Oil also has antibacterial properties that discourage the growth of some types of bacteria and fungal microbes. Jojoba Seed Oil deeply penetrates, creates a protective barrier, and reduces trans-epidermal water loss to help soothe skin conditions like eczema, rosacea, and psoriasis.
Lecithin
Antioxidant | Anti-inflammatory | Lipid Barrier Function
BENEFIT: Prevents Hydration Loss, Fine Line & Wrinkle Reduction, Smoothing, Softening, Anti-Acne
Lecithin is a phospholipid composed of the amino acids choline and inositol, which are essential for all cells of the body. It enhances penetration, stimulates cell regeneration, and aids in restoring the barrier function as well as homeostasis. Lecithin is an antioxidant that protects against free radical damage, reduces inflammation, smoothes, and prevents moisture loss and wrinkle formation, to effectively improve the skin’s texture. It is also helpful for acne-prone skin.
MCT Oil
Antioxidant | Anti-Inflammatory | Anti-Bacterial | Lipid Barrier Function
BENEFIT: Prevents Hydration Loss, Smoothing, Softening
Caprylic / capric triglyceride (MCT) is a medium-chain triglyceride derived from coconut. MCT is rich in antioxidants and possesses antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral properties; a gentle lightweight oil without the pore clogging aspect of the coconut oil. MCT absorbs quickly and enhances the penetration of actives.
Pomegranate Seed Oil
Antioxidant | Anti-Inflammatory | Anti-Bacterial | Lipid Barrier Function
BENEFIT: Prevents Hydration Loss, Collagen & Elastin Boosting, Fine Line & Wrinkle Reduction, Smoothing, Soothing, Oil-Balancing, Anti-Acne, Redness Reducing, Thickening
Pomegranate Seed Oil contains punicic acid (Omega-5), an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory that promotes collagen synthesis and prevents tissue damage. Pomegranate Seed Oil supports the keratinocyte (skin cell) to help thicken the skin to prevent and repair sun damage. Pomegranate Seed Oil creates a protective barrier and reduces trans-epidermal water loss. It can also help soothe skin conditions like eczema, rosacea, and psoriasis.
Raspberry Seed Oil
Antioxidant | Anti-Inflammatory | Anti-Bacterial | Lipid Barrier Function
BENEFIT: Prevents Hydration Loss, Collagen & Elastin Boosting, Fine Line & Wrinkle Reduction, Smoothing, Soothing, Oil-Balancing, Anti-Acne, Redness Reducing, Photoaging Repair
Raspberry Seed Oil has a high level of alpha linoleic acid, an essential fatty acid that aids in regenerating and balancing the skin’s natural oils. The oil-balancing properties are helpful in reducing acne breakouts and inflammation. Raspberry Seed Oil contains high levels of vitamin E – which prevents oxidative stress and damage – and carotenoids, which are converted into vitamin A. Raspberry Seed Oil creates a protective barrier, reduces trans-epidermal water loss, improves elasticity and collagen synthesis, and can help soothe skin conditions like eczema, rosacea, and psoriasis.
Rosehip Seed Oil
Antioxidant | Anti-Inflammatory | Lipid Barrier Function
BENEFIT: Prevents Hydration Loss, Collagen & Elastin Boosting, Fine Line & Wrinkle Reduction, Smoothing, Soothing, Brightening, Redness Reducing, Oil-Balancing, Anti-Acne, Scar & Stretch Mark Fading, Photoaging Repair
Rosehip Oil is derived from the rosa canina rose bush, pressed from the fruit and seeds of the rose plant. The bioactive component of Rosehip Oil is all-trans retinoic acid, a natural precursor to vitamin A. It contains high levels of the essential skin trio for regeneration: vitamin A, vitamin C and vitamin E. Rosehip Oil balances acne-producing hormones, helps to reduce skin sensitivity and redness, improves the appearance of scars and stretch marks, and protects and repairs photo damage to reduce hyperpigmentation. Rosehip Oil creates a protective barrier to reduce trans-epidermal water loss and can soothe skin conditions like eczema, dermatitis, rosacea, and psoriasis.
Sea Buckthorn Extract
Antioxidant | Anti-Inflammatory | Lipid Barrier Function
BENEFIT: Prevents Hydration Loss, Collagen & Elastin Boosting, Fine Line & Wrinkle Reduction, Smoothing, Soothing, Scar & Stretch Mark Fading, Photoaging Repair
The CO2 total extract of Sea Buckthorn is rich in vitamins like A, B, C, E, and other nourishing nutrients. Sea Buckthorn is a source of the rare Omega 7, which produces collagen and repairs, strengthens, and firms the skin. Carotenoids found in Sea Buckthorn also aid in repairing UV damage and scarring.
Sunflower Seed Oil
Antioxidant | Anti-Inflammatory | Lipid Barrier Function
BENEFIT: Prevents Hydration Loss, Fine Line & Wrinkle Reduction, Smoothing, Soothing, Brightening, Pore Minimizing, Oil-Balancing, Anti-Acne
Sunflower Seed Oil helps to reverse essential fatty acid deficiency with topical application, acting as a lightweight non-pore clogging, anti-inflammatory oil whose high linoleic acid composition is helpful for acne-prone skin. Sunflower Seed Oil creates a protective barrier to reduce trans-epidermal water loss and soothes skin conditions like eczema, dermatitis, rosacea, and psoriasis.