Science
The full INCI ingredient list, built in four layers. Each ingredient belongs to a layer that serves a specific purpose in the formula. Every statement here is limited to appearance and formulation, and you are welcome to research any ingredient yourself.
Layer 1. The Peptide Complex
Three peptides. The hero of the formula.
PALMITOYL TRIPEPTIDE-1
Firmness focused
A three amino acid peptide (glycine, histidine, lysine) bonded to palmitic acid. Formulated to support the appearance of visibly firmer, more defined looking skin.
PALMITOYL TRIPEPTIDE-5
Definition focused
A three amino acid peptide (lysine, valine, lysine) with a palmitic acid component. Formulated to support the appearance of visibly tighter, sharper looking skin.
PALMITOYL TETRAPEPTIDE-7
Tone focused
A four amino acid peptide (glycine, glutamine, proline, arginine) with a palmitic acid component. Commonly used in cosmetic formulations alongside firming focused peptides. Formulated to support the appearance of clearer, more even toned skin.
Layer 2. Botanical Actives
Seven plant derived ingredients, each selected for its traditional use in cosmetic formulation.
CENTELLA ASIATICA EXTRACT
Botanical active
Also known as CICA. A plant derived extract widely used in modern skincare formulations. Formulated to support the appearance of resilient, even toned skin.
JOJOBA SEED OIL (Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil)
Botanical oil
A plant derived oil structurally similar to the skin's own surface lipids. Lightweight. Non comedogenic. Formulated to support the appearance of a smooth, refined finish.
ALOE JUICE (Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice)
Botanical ingredient
Contains naturally occurring polysaccharides and amino acids. Formulated to support the appearance of resilient, even looking skin.
WITCH HAZEL WATER (Hamamelis Virginiana Water)
Botanical ingredient
Distilled from witch hazel. Contains naturally occurring compounds including tannins.
HORSETAIL EXTRACT (Equisetum Arvense Extract)
Botanical ingredient
A traditional botanical ingredient commonly used in skincare formulations.
WILD GERANIUM EXTRACT (Geranium Maculatum Extract)
Botanical ingredient
A plant derived extract traditionally used in cosmetic formulations.
DANDELION ROOT EXTRACT (Taraxacum Officinale Root Extract)
Botanical ingredient
A plant derived extract commonly used in skincare formulations.
Layer 3. The Natural Moisturizing Factor Complex
Your skin naturally produces a mixture of amino acids, salts and sugars called the Natural Moisturizing Factor, the system that keeps your skin's surface hydrated. MOGD includes eleven free amino acids and three humectant NMF components, formulated to support the appearance of visibly hydrated, defined looking skin.
ELEVEN FREE AMINO ACIDS
NMF components
Glycine, serine, alanine, arginine, aspartic acid, isoleucine, valine, proline, threonine, histidine and phenylalanine. A spectrum of free amino acids formulated to mirror those naturally present in the skin's surface.
SODIUM PCA, PCA, SODIUM LACTATE
NMF humectant components
Three components of the skin's natural moisturizing system. Widely used humectants in cosmetic formulation.
GLYCERIN
Humectant
One of the most widely used humectants in cosmetic formulation. Formulated to support the appearance of visibly hydrated, smoother looking skin.
CASSIA ANGUSTIFOLIA SEED POLYSACCHARIDE
Botanical polysaccharide
A plant derived polysaccharide commonly used as a botanical humectant in skincare.
Layer 4. The Formula Foundation
The infrastructure. Base, texture and preservation. These ingredients do not act on your skin, they keep the formula stable, safe and shelf ready.
WATER (Aqua)
Solvent and base
Carries every other ingredient.
BUTYLENE GLYCOL
Co solvent and humectant
A versatile cosmetic ingredient used as a solvent, humectant and texture modifier.
TEXTURE SYSTEM (Hydroxyethyl Cellulose, Carrageenan, Carbomer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer)
Thickeners and stabilizers
Four texture agents including carrageenan, a seaweed derived polysaccharide. Combined to give the serum its final texture and ensure it stays stable in the bottle.
POLYSORBATE 20
Solubilizer
A standard cosmetic ingredient used to help disperse other ingredients evenly throughout the formula.
PRESERVATIVE SYSTEM (Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Benzoic Acid)
Formula preservation
Three preservatives working together to protect the serum from bacterial, fungal and yeast contamination. All three are among the most widely used preservatives in cosmetic science and comply with EU, US and global cosmetic safety standards. Required by law in any water based cosmetic.