The INCI Corner

What's inside matters. Meet the ingredients behind the science.

Every ingredient is chosen with purpose — backed by research, proven by results.

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AHA-BHA

Exfoliating Pore-refining Brightening

A dual-acid exfoliant that resurfaces skin, unclogs pores, and improves overall texture and tone.

Aloe Vera Extract

Soothing Hydrating Anti-inflammatory

A calming botanical extract that soothes irritated skin, provides lightweight hydration, and reduces redness.

Alpha Arbutin

Brightening Even skin tone Anti-hyperpigmentation

A stable, gentle brightening agent that fades dark spots and hyperpigmentation without irritation.

Argan Oil

Nourishing Antioxidant Softening

Liquid gold from Morocco — rich in fatty acids and vitamin E to deeply nourish, soften, and protect skin.

B

Bakuchi Extract

Anti-ageing Brightening Retinol alternative

A natural alternative to retinol derived from the Babchi plant, promoting cell turnover and firmness without irritation.

Bearberry Extract

Brightening Antioxidant Anti-pigmentation

A botanical extract rich in arbutin that visibly brightens skin and reduces the appearance of dark spots.

Biotin

Strengthening Nourishing Hair & skin health

Vitamin B7 that strengthens hair and nails, supports skin metabolism, and promotes a healthy complexion.

C

Caffeine Extract

De-puffing Antioxidant Brightening

Energises and awakens skin, reduces puffiness and dark circles, and protects against oxidative stress.

Centella Asiatica (CICA) Extract

Soothing Healing Anti-inflammatory

A powerhouse healing herb that calms redness, repairs the skin barrier, and accelerates wound healing.

Ceramide

Barrier repair Moisturising Protective

Lipid molecules that form the skin's natural barrier, locking in moisture and keeping irritants out.

Chamomile Extract

Soothing Anti-inflammatory Calming

A gentle botanical that calms sensitive, reactive skin and reduces redness with its powerful anti-inflammatory properties.

Coffee Extract

Antioxidant Energising Firming

Rich in antioxidants and caffeine to energise skin, improve circulation, and combat signs of ageing.

Collagen 1000

Firming Anti-ageing Plumping

Low-molecular-weight collagen that penetrates deeply to restore skin elasticity and reduce fine lines.

D

D-Panthenol

Hydrating Healing Soothing

Pro-vitamin B5 that deeply hydrates, accelerates skin repair, and soothes irritation and inflammation.

G

Ginseng Extract

Brightening Anti-ageing Energising

An ancient adaptogenic root that brightens dull skin, boosts radiance, and firms with its antioxidant-rich profile.

Glutathione

Brightening Antioxidant Anti-pigmentation

The master antioxidant that brightens skin from within, fades hyperpigmentation, and protects against oxidative damage.

Glycerin

Humectant Hydrating Barrier support

A hero humectant that draws moisture from the air into the skin, keeping it plump, soft, and hydrated.

Glycolic Acid

Exfoliating Brightening Anti-ageing

The gold-standard AHA that exfoliates dead skin cells, stimulates collagen, and reveals brighter, smoother skin.

Grape Seed Oil

Antioxidant Lightweight Anti-ageing

A lightweight oil rich in OPCs and linoleic acid that strengthens skin, fights free radicals, and improves elasticity.

Green Tea Extract

Antioxidant Anti-inflammatory Soothing

A potent antioxidant extract that protects skin from environmental damage, reduces redness, and combats premature ageing.

H

Hyaluronic Acid

Hydrating Plumping Anti-ageing

A moisture-binding superstar that holds up to 1000x its weight in water to plump, smooth, and deeply hydrate skin.

Hydrolyzed Marine Collagen

Firming Anti-ageing Hydrating

Broken down into small peptide chains for superior absorption, supporting skin structure and reducing visible signs of ageing.

K

Kakadu Plum Extract

Brightening Antioxidant Vitamin C-rich

The world's richest natural source of Vitamin C — brightens, protects, and evens skin tone powerfully.

Kojic Acid

Brightening Anti-pigmentation Even skin tone

A naturally derived brightening acid that fades dark spots, melasma, and sun damage for a more even complexion.

L

Lactic Acid

Exfoliating Hydrating Brightening

A gentle AHA that exfoliates, hydrates simultaneously, and improves skin texture — ideal for sensitive skin.

Lemon Extract

Brightening Antioxidant Refreshing

Rich in Vitamin C and citric acid to brighten dull skin, reduce oiliness, and provide antioxidant protection.

Licorice Extract

Brightening Soothing Anti-inflammatory

A multi-tasking botanical that brightens dark spots, calms redness, and soothes inflammation without irritation.

M

Marine Collagen

Firming Hydrating Anti-ageing

Sustainably sourced from marine sources, this collagen supports skin elasticity, hydration, and youthful structure.

Mulberry Extract

Brightening Anti-pigmentation Antioxidant

A natural brightening extract that gently inhibits melanin production and reduces the appearance of dark spots.

N

Neem Extract

Antibacterial Purifying Anti-acne

An ancient Ayurvedic ingredient with powerful antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties to combat acne and blemishes.

Niacinamide

Pore-refining Brightening Barrier repair

Vitamin B3 — a true multi-tasker that minimises pores, brightens, controls oil, and strengthens the skin barrier.

O

Oatmeal Extract

Soothing Anti-itch Barrier support

Colloidal oat extract that provides exceptional relief for sensitive, dry, and reactive skin conditions.

Olive Squalane Extract

Hydrating Lightweight Barrier support

A stable, lightweight moisturiser derived from olives that mimics skin's natural oils without clogging pores.

P

Papaya Extract

Exfoliating Brightening Enzymatic

Natural papain enzymes gently digest dead skin cells for a brighter, smoother, more luminous complexion.

Peptides (Matrixyl 3000)

Anti-ageing Firming Collagen-boosting

A clinically proven peptide complex that signals skin to produce more collagen, visibly reducing wrinkles and firming.

Pumpkin Seed Oil

Nourishing Antioxidant Balancing

Rich in zinc, fatty acids, and antioxidants that nourish skin, regulate sebum, and protect against free radical damage.

R

Red Wine Extract

Antioxidant Anti-ageing Resveratrol-rich

Rich in resveratrol and polyphenols that protect skin from environmental damage and slow visible signs of ageing.

Retinol

Anti-ageing Cell renewal Collagen-boosting

The gold-standard anti-ageing vitamin A derivative that accelerates cell turnover, boosts collagen, and reduces wrinkles.

Rice Water Extract

Brightening Soothing Softening

A traditional East Asian beauty secret rich in inositol and vitamins that brightens skin and improves elasticity.

Rose Water Extract

Soothing Hydrating Balancing

A timeless floral extract that tones, soothes redness, and balances skin pH for a healthy, glowing complexion.

Rosehip Oil

Anti-ageing Brightening Regenerating

A nutrient-dense facial oil packed with vitamins A, C, and essential fatty acids to regenerate and brighten skin.

Rosemary Extract

Antioxidant Anti-inflammatory Purifying

A potent botanical antioxidant that protects against free radical damage, reduces inflammation, and supports scalp health.

S

Saffron Essential Oil

Brightening Antioxidant Luxurious

The world's most precious spice — rich in crocin and safranal that brighten, protect, and revitalise skin.

Salicylic Acid

Anti-acne Pore-clearing Exfoliating

The BHA that penetrates deep into pores to dissolve excess oil and dead cells, preventing and treating breakouts.

Saw Palmetto Extract

DHT-blocking Anti-hair loss Scalp health

A clinically studied extract that blocks DHT to reduce hair loss and support thicker, fuller hair growth.

Shea Butter

Moisturising Nourishing Barrier repair

An intensely nourishing butter rich in fatty acids and vitamins A, E, and F that deeply moisturises and repairs dry skin.

Snail Mucin

Regenerating Hydrating Anti-scarring

A beloved K-beauty hero packed with glycoproteins, hyaluronic acid, and zinc to regenerate, hydrate, and heal skin.

T

Tea Tree Extract

Antibacterial Anti-acne Purifying

Nature's antiseptic — a powerful antibacterial and anti-inflammatory extract that combats acne-causing bacteria.

Tranexamic Acid

Brightening Anti-melasma Even skin tone

A clinically proven brightening acid that targets melasma, post-acne marks, and stubborn hyperpigmentation.

Tremella Mushroom Extract

Hydrating Plumping Anti-ageing

The 'beauty mushroom' — a natural alternative to hyaluronic acid that retains moisture and smooths the appearance of fine lines.

V

Vitamin C

Brightening Antioxidant Collagen-boosting

The ultimate brightening antioxidant that fades dark spots, boosts collagen, and protects against environmental damage.

Vitamin E Oil

Antioxidant Nourishing Protective

A fat-soluble antioxidant that nourishes, protects against UV damage, and supports skin healing and barrier function.

W

Witch Hazel Extract

Astringent Pore-tightening Anti-inflammatory

A natural astringent that tightens pores, controls oil, reduces redness, and calms irritated skin.