ADVANCED INGREDIENTS. ELEVATED FORMULAS

From naturally derived extracts to cutting-edge actives, every ingredient is selected for its proven efficacy, purity, and sensory experience
Synthetic
Allantoin
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GLOBAL ORIGIN
China
WHY WE USE IT
Skin-conditioning, soothing and skin-protecting ingredient
WHAT IT DOES
Helps soothe and condition skin and is widely used in products designed for rough, dry or sensitive-feeling skin
BEST FOR
Sensitive, dry, rough and irritated-feeling skin
Natural / Naturally derived
Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Extract
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GLOBAL ORIGIN
Mexico, India, USA
WHY WE USE IT
Skin-conditioning, soothing and moisturizing-support ingredient
WHAT IT DOES
Helps provide a soothing, hydrating feel and supports formulas intended for irritated/dry-feeling skin
BEST FOR
Sensitive, dry, dehydrated and after-sun products
Natural
Aqua (Water)
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GLOBAL ORIGIN
India, USA, France*
WHY WE USE IT
Main solvent/vehicle and base of the formulation
WHAT IT DOES
Hydrates the outermost skin layer temporarily and dissolves water-soluble ingredients
BEST FOR
Virtually all water-based skincare
Naturally derived / Synthetic
Betaine
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GLOBAL ORIGIN
Finland, USA
WHY WE USE IT
Humectant, skin-conditioning and osmolyte
WHAT IT DOES
Helps maintain hydration and supports a comfortable, non-dry skin feel
BEST FOR
Dry, sensitive and dehydrated skin
Synthetic
Butylene Glycol
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GLOBAL ORIGIN
China, South Korea, Japan
WHY WE USE IT
Humectant, solvent, texture modifier, penetration-supporting ingredient
WHAT IT DOES
Attracts/retains water and helps give the product a smooth, less sticky feel
BEST FOR
Hydrating serums, gels, lotions
Natural
Cananga Odorata (Ylang Ylang) Flower Oil
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GLOBAL ORIGIN
Madagascar, Comoros, Indonesia
WHY WE USE IT
Fragrance/perfuming
WHAT IT DOES
Mainly contributes a floral aroma; may provide antioxidant/skin-conditioning support but is principally a fragrance ingredient
BEST FOR
Perfumed body oils, massage and aromatic products
Natural
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Sweet Orange) Peel Oil
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GLOBAL ORIGIN
Brazil, USA, Italy
WHY WE USE IT
Fragrance/perfuming; aromatic botanical ingredient
WHAT IT DOES
Primarily provides citrus fragrance; contains volatile compounds with antioxidant activity, but its principal cosmetic role is perfuming
BEST FOR
Body oils, massage products, fragranced skincare
Naturally derived / Synthetic
Glycerin
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GLOBAL ORIGIN
Malaysia, Indonesia, USA
WHY WE USE IT
Humectant and skin-conditioning agent
WHAT IT DOES
Attracts water and helps keep the stratum corneum hydrated, soft and flexible
BEST FOR
Dry, dehydrated and barrier-support skincare
Natural / Naturally derived
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
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GLOBAL ORIGIN
India, China, Iran
WHY WE USE IT
Skin-conditioning, soothing and tone-evening formulations
WHAT IT DOES
Contains compounds such as glycyrrhizin and flavonoids; commonly used in formulations targeting the appearance of uneven skin tone and irritation
BEST FOR
Uneven-looking skin tone, sensitive and blemish-prone skincare
Naturally derived / Biotechnology-derived
Hyaluronic Acid
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GLOBAL ORIGIN
Japan, South Korea, China
WHY WE USE IT
Humectant and moisturizing active
WHAT IT DOES
Binds water and helps produce a plumper, smoother and more hydrated skin feel
BEST FOR
Dehydrated, dry, mature and all-skin-type hydration
Natural
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil
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GLOBAL ORIGIN
France, Bulgaria, Australia
WHY WE USE IT
Fragrance/perfuming; aromatic botanical ingredient
WHAT IT DOES
Primarily provides fragrance; may provide soothing/antioxidant-supporting properties, but it is not primarily a moisturizer
BEST FOR
Aromatic body care, massage oils, fragranced skincare
Synthetic
Panthenol
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GLOBAL ORIGIN
China, Switzerland
WHY WE USE IT
Humectant, skin-conditioning and soothing ingredient
WHAT IT DOES
Attracts moisture, softens skin and helps improve the feel of dry or irritated skin
BEST FOR
Dry, sensitive, compromised-feeling skin
Synthetic
Phenoxyethanol
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GLOBAL ORIGIN
Germany
WHY WE USE IT
Preservative
WHAT IT DOES
Does not primarily provide a skincare benefit; protects the water-containing product against microorganisms such as bacteria, yeast and fungi
BEST FOR
Water-based creams, serums, gels and lotions
Synthetic / Naturally derived
Propylene Glycol
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GLOBAL ORIGIN
USA, China, Germany
WHY WE USE IT
Humectant, solvent and formulation aid
WHAT IT DOES
Helps attract moisture and improves the delivery/solubility of other ingredients; contributes to a smooth skin feel
BEST FOR
Hydrating products, serums, lotions
Natural
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
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GLOBAL ORIGIN
USA, Spain, Italy
WHY WE USE IT
Emollient, carrier oil, skin conditioning.
WHAT IT DOES
Softens skin, reduces rough/dry feel and helps support the skin barrier by supplying lipids.
BEST FOR
Dry, normal, mature and sensitive-feeling skin
Natural
Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil
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GLOBAL ORIGIN
India, Myanmar, Tanzania
WHY WE USE IT
Emollient, carrier oil, skin-conditioning agent
WHAT IT DOES
Softens and lubricates skin; contributes fatty acids and antioxidant compounds
BEST FOR
Dry, mature and body-care formulations
Natural
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
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GLOBAL ORIGIN
USA, Argentina, Israel
WHY WE USE IT
Emollient, skin-conditioning, texture enhancer
WHAT IT DOES
Gives softness and smoothness and helps reduce transepidermal moisture loss; has a skin-friendly, wax-ester composition.
BEST FOR
Dry, combination, sensitive-feeling skin; facial oils
Naturally derived / Fermentation-derived
Sodium Gluconate
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GLOBAL ORIGIN
China, France
WHY WE USE IT
Chelating agent and formulation stabilizer
WHAT IT DOES
Primarily works on the formula rather than directly on skin; binds metal ions that could otherwise destabilize the product or accelerate oxidation
BEST FOR
Stabilizing creams, serums and water-based formulations
Naturally derived / Synthetic
Sodium PCA
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GLOBAL ORIGIN
China, USA, Japan
WHY WE USE IT
Humectant; part of the skin’s Natural Moisturizing Factor (NMF)
WHAT IT DOES
Attracts and holds water at the skin surface, improving hydration and reducing dry/tight feel
BEST FOR
Dehydrated, dry and barrier-support formulations
Naturally derived / Natural
Tocopherol (Vitamin E Extract)
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GLOBAL ORIGIN
USA, Germany, Switzerland
WHY WE USE IT
Antioxidant; protects the oil phase from oxidation; skin-conditioning
WHAT IT DOES
Provides antioxidant activity and helps maintain skin softness; importantly, it also helps protect the formulation’s oils from rancidity
BEST FOR
Oil blends, facial oils, dry/sensitive skin formulations
Natural
Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil
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GLOBAL ORIGIN
France, Italy, USA
WHY WE USE IT
Lightweight emollient; provides fatty acids and antioxidants.
WHAT IT DOES
Softens and conditions skin; its linoleic-acid-rich profile gives a relatively light skin feel.
BEST FOR
Combination, oily, normal and dry skin.