Chlorella vulgaris is a green eukaryotic microalgae that was first discovered in 1890. In skin care products, Chlorella vulgaris extract…

Chamomile, also known as chamomilla recutita (matricaria) flower extract, contains high levels of naturally-occurring compounds called terpenoids, the most famous…

In skin care products, algae extract has several functions, including as a thickening agent, water-binding agent, and antioxidant. Chlorella vulgaris…

Chlorophyll, also known as chlorophyllin-copper complex, is a plant substance which is naturally high in vitamins and contains a high…

Cholesterol is a fatty acid which occurs naturally in the skin’s lipid barrier. Applying cholesterol topically supports the skin barrier,…

Algae is an incredibly interesting natural ingredient source. There are many types of algae (kelp, laminaria, microalgae) but in general…

Derived from plants, with the ability to soothe the skin by sending signals to the relevant cells to regulate any…

Bisabolol is a naturally-occurring active found in the chamomile plant, although it can also be created synthetically. Its key properties…

Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine is a broad-spectrum synthetic (or chemical) UV filter, protecting across the whole UVA and UVB wavelength range…

Bilberry extract is derived from the fruit of the bilberry plant, a close relative of the blueberry. It is used…

Blueberry extract is used in skincare for its powerful antioxidant and skin conditioning properties. It is also a rich source…

Blue lotus is typically used in skincare for its moisturising properties. As with most plant extracts, it also demonstrates antioxidant…

Blue mallow extract, also known as Malva sylvestris extract or common mallow extract, is derived from the flowers and leaves…

Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane / Avobenzone is a synthetic sunscreen filter used in skin care to protect against damage from UVA light.…

Cabbage Leaf Extract is a natural extract rich in flavonoids and anthocyanins. Flavonoids are plant polyphenols which offer antioxidant protection…

Caffeic acid is a powerful naturally-occurring antioxidant found in most plants. It is able to protect the skin by neutralising…

Caffeine, derived from the coffee plant, is used in skincare as an antioxidant and a vasoconstricting agent. Its antioxidant properties…

Part of the Vitamin C family of ingredients, Ascorbyl Glucoside is a water-soluble derivative of Vitamin C. This derivative was…

Part of the Vitamin C family of ingredients, Ascorbyl palmitate is an oil-soluble Vitamin C ester, produced by the reaction…

asparagopsis armata extract is an extract of the red algae plant. It has antioxidant properties that protect, soothe, and hydrate…

Avene thermal spring water is sourced from a natural spring in France. It spends 50 years travelling to this spring…