Aacai berries are a proven natural source of antioxidants which are anti-aging partner in crime. They are also rich in vitamins A, B, C, and E loaded with properties to brighten, revive, heal damaged skin cells, and restore moisture.
Acerola cherry is loaded with vitamin C and vitamin A, combined this makes it an effective ingredient at fighting free radicals which prevents damage to skin cells and wrinkles! Acerola is also an excellent natural source at encouraging skin cell turnover increasing natural exfoliation and collagen production.
Adansonia Digitata Seed (from Baobab fruit) has a high concentration of fatty acids which are the building blocks of healthy skin membranes, which produce the skin's natural oil barrier, critical in keeping skin hydrated, plump and looking healthier!
Adenosine is a yeast derived ingredients that helps with skin texture so smooth's the skin as well as containing agents proven to restore the skin cells so great as an anti-wrinkle treatment.
Algae extracts are powerhouse of nutrients and minerals that can help draw toxins from the skin. It contains antioxidants and peptides and is a miracle ingredient full of incredible therapeutic benefits for skin. It conditions, hydrates, softens and detoxifies, replenishing essential vitamins and minerals.
Almond extracts are loaded with vitamin E, fatty acids, proteins, potassium and Zinc, all amazing properties for our skin! Vitamin E is a great antioxidant and works to protect and strengthens the skin barrier this fights free radicals and prevents water loss keeping the skin cells healthy and plump. Fatty acids, zinc and proteins are vital for skin health and overall suppleness, resilience and texture.
Aloe leaf extract contains antioxidants, enzymes, Vitamins A and C effective to fight free radicals and is an anti-inflammatory so great to treat burns and heal acne scars. As a natural source of vitamin A it also promotes cell turnover revealing younger healthy skin.
Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHA) are gentle chemical exfoliants used in cleansers and treatments to exfoliate the top layer of the skin, removing dead skin cells, smooth skin texture and even skin complexion. Ideal for sensitive skin. AHA includes but not limited to: Lactic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Tartaric Acid, Citric, Mandelic and Malic.
Alpha-bisabolol is extracted from the leaf or bark from the Candeia tree. Bisabolol is an anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, anti-fungal and non-allergenic. All of these calming properties works to reduce the appearance of blotchiness, sunburn and hyperpigmentation. Making it an excellent ingredient for sensitive, irritated and damaged skin.
Amino acids are the building blocks of both Peptides and Proteins already present and play an essential role in maintaining healthy skin. Amino acids maintain skin’s hydration, texture, resilience, and an overall supple, healthy appearance.
- Arginine - repairs visible skin damage.
- Histidine - also an antioxidant that soothes the skin.
- Methionine- neutralises damaging substances before they can harm skin.
- Lysine - reinforces skin support and visibly firm skin’s
- Proline, Leucine, and Glycine - diminishes fine lines and wrinkles.
Apricot (Prunus Armeniaca) is great for dry, irritated skin because of its high content of essential fatty acids, which is nourishing and supports the skin's natural moisture balance.
It is a natural source of vitamin A and E, which is excellent at encouraging skin cell turnover, the natural exfoliation evens skin tone and improves skin texture resulting in healthier and noticeably soft and smoother skin! Vitamin E also naturally strengthens and protects the skin barrier from free-radicals.
Arbutin (alpha arbutin or beta arbutin) is derived from Arbutin Bearberry a natural skin brightening agent that works by slowly releasing hydroquinone which reduces the skin's melanin (pigmentation) production. Great for those wanting to have the 'lit within' look.
Argan is packed with omega fatty acids, vitamin E, and linoleic acids. These properties combined works to protect the skin, plump up fine lines, moisturise and even reduce acne breakouts. Argan oil texture is neither too heavy or light making it perfect to use on all skin types.
Astragalus Root extract has been used in herbal medicine for many years and is a superb antioxidant, which make it a great natural detox. The herb has properties to fight against harmful oxidative skin damage. Great for anti-ageing and sun damaged skin.
Avocado oil is rich in fatty acids and is excellent for moisturising and strengthening the skin barrier. In addition to vitamin E, avocado contains potassium, lecithin, and many other nutrients that can nourish and moisturise the skin.
Azulene is an organic compound derived from mushroom pigments, a powerful antioxidant effective at neutralising cellular damage which prevents the formation of fine lines so great at anti-aging. Azulene also contains anti-inflammatory properties, which helps calm a wide variety of skin conditions and thanks to its antibacterial properties also keep acne prone skin clear.
