Glycolic Acid Vs. Vitamin C - Which Is Right For You?
Vitamin C and glycolic acid are both effective skin brighteners, but they work differently. Glycolic acid, an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA), exfoliates the skin, removing dead cells and revealing a...
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Vitamin C and glycolic acid are both effective skin brighteners, but they work differently. Glycolic acid, an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA), exfoliates the skin, removing dead cells and revealing a...
Exfoliating is key to boosting your skin’s natural cell renewal, leaving you with a smoother, brighter complexion. By clearing away dead skin cells, it helps unclog pores, prevents dirt and...
While both glycerin and hyaluronic acid are excellent humectants with diverse applications, glycerin's smaller molecular size enables it to reach a bit further into the stratum corneum via aquaporins. This,...
Solar Shade Sunscreen includes bioactives such as microalgae, ethyl ferulate, and rice phytomolecules that each provide unique support to skin exposed to solar radiation. Ethyl Ferulate, a derivative of ferulic...
Organic UV Filters, often referred to as chemical filters, are sunscreen actives that contain carbon atoms, hence the "organic" origin. They are divided into UVA and UVB filters depending on...
Microalgae rich in β-carotene and astaxanthin to help reduce formation of reactive oxygen species that are known to accelerate photoaging.
Rice Phytomolecules are antioxidant molecules extracted from black, red, and brown rice that increase the skin's tolerance and defense against oxidative stresss caused by solar radiation and pollution.
Ethyl Ferulate is a lipophilic derivative of Ferulic Acid that soothes skin while helping to neutralize free radicals.
Polyglutamic Acid is a non-exfoliating natural moisturizing peptide proven to be a better hydrator than hyaluronic acid and collagen protein as it helps restore skin elasticity, smooth visual wrinkles, and...
Both hyaluronic acid and polyglutamic acid offer immediate and noticeable skin hydration but polyglutamic acid can further improve dry skin by aiding in the skin’s natural production of NMF. Polyglutamic...
Our Multi-Quench Plumping Hydration Serum is a humectant based serum with the star ingredient polyglutamic acid (PGA). Polyglutamic acid is a non-exfoliating peptide made up of several glutamic acid molecules....
Osmolytes Blend is a blend of organic compounds that regulate water balance to help provide an immediate moisturizing effect and help support the skin barrier function.
There are several product combinations that can be used and the list will change as we continue to launch many exciting new products but below are basic skincare routines for...
Sun Barrier Broad Spectrum SPF 50 PA++++ Mineral Sunscreen contains antioxidants including tetrahydrocucuminoids, standardized molecules from turmeric root, that scavenge free radicals, reduce irritation and increase skin brightness. Pongamia is...
A sunscreen labeled with a broad spectrum claim indicates that it shields the skin from both UVA and UVB radiation, the two primary types of ultraviolet radiation that contribute to...