A-Z GUIDE TO SKINCARE INGREDIENTS

Read up on need-to-know ingredients to discover which will bring the best out of your skin.

AHA

Alpha hydroxy acids (AKA: glycolic, lactic and more) exfoliate away surface dead skin cells to reveal smooth, glowy skin.

Beta hydroxy acid (or salicylic acid) penetrates into pores to unclog blemish-inducing impurities like excess oil and dirt.

Short for cannabidiol, this anti-inflammatory extract is a favourite for easing redness, irritation and dryness.

Prevent moisture loss and promote supple skin with ceramides that supplement the natural lipids in your skin.

When used topically, the collagen protein can plump, firm and condition your skin.

Able to hold up to 1,000 times its weight in water, hyaluronic acid is the key to dew-boosting hydration.

From hydrating tremella mushroom to detoxifying reishi mushroom, funghi deserve to feature in your routine.

Also known as vitamin B3, it reduces the look of pores, improves uneven skin tone, supports the skin barrier and more.

Derived from vitamin A, this cellular turnover-accelerating ingredient promotes smooth, radiant and supple skin.

A measure of how well your sun cream works, Sun Protection Factor is needed to shield against the sun’s UV rays.

This natural emollient prevents water loss and supports your moisture barrier to deeply hydrate and refine texture.

A potent antioxidant that brightens dull skin, reduces the look of fine lines and fights against free radicals.