Know the science that powers our formulations
AHAs
Alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs) are a group of plant and animal-derived acids used in a variety of skincare products. They are highly beneficial and helpful in exfoliating your skin. They may have additional benefits, including brightening skin and reducing the appearance of fine lines, among others.
BHAs
BHAs or beta hydroxy acids are oil-soluble acids, which means they can be absorbed deep into the skin through the skin’s oils. Once absorbed, they can help to clear out the pores, exfoliate the skin and remove dead skin cells, dirt and oil build-up
Biomate Resveratrol
Antioxidant & anti-inflammatory ingredient that improves skin’s ability to fight off infection and shield itself from oxidative damage caused by environmental factors (like UV rays, pollution, nanoparticles, free radicals etc.)
Ceramides
The ceramides are combined with cholesterol to get past the skin barrier, into the deeper layers of the skin & prevent transepidermal water loss (TEWL).
Centella Asiatica
Cica or gotu kola, has multiple studies backing its ability to boost the production of collagen, reduce irritation and promote wound healing.
All the reasons why it’s an ideal ingredient to support recovery & fortify the barrier function of compromised & sensitised skin
Equibiome
A deeply comforting and soothing proprietary ingredient that is derived from Arctium Lappa. It has a long history of being used to reduce irritation, sensitivity & redness. Saviour for compromised, sensitised & sensitive skin - it alleviates multiple symptoms of the compromised barrier. It’s backed by lab tests that have shown to decrease redness by 60%, stinging by 28% and boost hydration by 62% (when tested against a placebo). It promotes a healthy & balanced skin biome Works like an intensive tranquiliser that soothes, refortifies and restores skin equilibrium.
Free radicals
The body (including the skin) performs various functions through chemical reactions. Many chemical reactions produce an unstable molecule that is highly reactive. They are often called Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS) because they have an oxygen atom attached to another atom of a different element.
Typically, free radicals are formed and are useful in maturing a cell and defending the body against pathogens. However, when too many free radicals accumulate, they cause excessive ageing of cells, damage to DNA and cell death.
To prevent amassing excessive free radicals, the body uses antioxidants to neutralise them and turn free radicals non-reactive. That’s why antioxidants in skincare and food are important to support this balance. Internal and external triggers that cause the production of excess free radicals are: immune cell activation aka inflammation, radiation, mental stress, heavy metals, polluted air & water, used cooking oil, excessive exercise, infection etc.
Ferment Lysate
Ferment Lysates have been used for decades to moderate inflammation. They are helpful in regenerating wounded skin and facilitating the turnover of damaged cells.
Immune response
The skin has an immune system that protects the body from infection, cancer, toxins, and attempts to prevent autoimmunity, in addition to being a physical barrier against the external environment.
Multi-gentles
Ingredients that work on concerns without irritating, sensitising, or compromising the skin. Instead of relying on harsh actives & very high concentrations, Multi-gentles use synergistic abilities of gentle ingredients to support the skin’s natural ability to heal, recover & repair. Multi-gentles target the same concerns like ageing, sun damage, pigmentation, fine lines, and loss of firmness but without triggering an immune response of irritation, redness, sensitivity & stinging.
Microbiome
The skin microbiome is a tiny little ecosystem that’s usually unique to an individual. While it varies from person to person, the typical microbes that work symbiotically with the skin are more or less universal. The dual system i.e. microbiome & skin barrier is responsible for preventing breakouts, irritation, and inflammation, and protecting skin against UV damage. Basically, a healthy skin microbiome will future-proof your skin. Knowing how critical the microbiome is for healthy skin, every product is designed to support and protect it. Giving it space & right conditions to flourish and keep your skin looking lively.
Multi-molecular HA
Offers hydration on deeper and surface levels. The larger HA molecules stay on top and provide hydration to the outermost layer while the smallest-sized HA penetrate into the deepest.
Optimum moisture is important for the maintenance of the skin barrier & microbiome. Thriving barrier & skin biome resist premature ageing, loss of firmness & hyperpigmentation.
NMF (natural moisturising factor)
Natural Moisturizing Factor (NMF) is the chemical protective coat developed by the epidermis responsible for maintaining the adequate hydration of the stratum corneum- the outermost part of the epidermis.
Oxidative stress
When cells are unable to destroy free radicals (with or without the help of antioxidants), they build up and start a damaging series of effects called Oxidative Stress which leads to cells dying. More cells dying than those being replaced leads to ageing (of that organ, the skin or the overall body)
Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
aka Matrixyl. It has been extensively studied for its ability to minimise and reduce fine lines & wrinkles. With the ability to re-plum & re-firm the skin, it helps in the recovery of lost elasticity resulting in more defined & youthful skin.
PHA
HAs, are an excellent exfoliating alternative for skin suffering from sensitivity, irritation and redness. PHAs act on the surface because their molecular size is large and the skin barrier prevents it from entering the deeper layers of skin. So, it works on the already dead skin cell covering the outermost layer of the skin.
Palmitoyl tripeptide-5
Boosts & prevents the loss of collagen
Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7
it interrupts the damage mechanism set off by UVB that results in visible signs of ageing.
Peptides
Peptides are amino acids that make up certain proteins needed by the skin. Peptides are basically the building blocks of proteins (such as collagen, elastin and keratin, which are responsible for texture, tone, elasticity and firmness), that are crucial to the function and appearance of the skin.
Phytosphingosine
Phytosphingosine is a phospholipid, a fat that’s naturally found in the outermost layer of the skin. It's often added to serums, creams, toners, and makeup to support your skin's barrier function. With both antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, it's helpful in treating acne and inflammatory skin conditions like eczema.
Photoaging
All cells age with time, but UV rays can accelerate the ageing process by damaging the DNA & protein structures of the cell. This catalysed ageing can be seen as hyperpigmentation, melasma, loss of firmness, discoloration and photosensitivity. Unlike chronological (time-related) ageing, which is predetermined by an individual's DNA, photoaging depends primarily on the degree of sun exposure and on the amount of melanin in the skin i.e. lighter skin tones photoage faster than those with more melanin.
Photoaging of the skin depends primarily on the degree of ultraviolet radiation (UVR) and on the amount of melanin in the skin (skin phototype). In addition to direct or indirect DNA damage, UVR activates cell surface receptors of keratinocytes & fibroblasts in the skin, which leads to a breakdown of collagen in the extracellular matrix and a shutdown of new collagen synthesis.
Experts believe that dermal collagen breakdown is followed by imperfect repair that results in compromised structural integrity of the skin, formation of a solar scar, and ultimately visible skin atrophy and wrinkles.
Renouvellance
Derived from red algae known to have adapted to survive in extreme environments. Protects against the damaging effects of UV rays & pollution while strengthening the barrier function. It counters dullness & loss of brightness.
Radicare
Derived from algae’s ingenious defence mechanism, it offers protection against blue light, HEV & WiFi. This proprietary blend uses carotenoids to bolster the skin’s ability to reduce the effects of oxidation (irritation & ageing).
Rosemary extract
Rosemary leaf extract is a potent antioxidant that protects the skin and prevents signs of premature ageing. The anti-inflammatory properties help reduce swelling, puffiness, heal burns and soothe the skin. It also tightens loose or sagging skin to help it look firmer and more youthful. Furthermore, rosemary stimulates biological activity and cell growth to reduce fine lines and wrinkles.
SK-Influx V
Contains triple Ceramide complex that amplifies the skin barrier, instantly restores skin comfort & smoothes out fine lines. Ceramides have been combined with Phytosphingosine and Cholesterol for improved permeability & absorption.
Skin pH
The initials pH stand for "potential of hydrogen" and are used to measure skin acidity on a scale of 0 to 14, with 7 being neutral. Below 7, the pH is acidic, above 7, it’s basic or alkaline. Our skin is covered with a protective hydrolipidic layer the average pH of which is around 4.7. This natural acidity is what enables the layer to eliminate bad bacteria that could irritate or infect the skin.
Senescence
Senescence simply put is ageing. But ageing is not a single-step process nor is it a process only dependent on time. A cell can age before its “natural biological clock” is set to do so.
For example, smoking can cause premature ageing of the skin, throat cells, and lung cells. What this means is, old, damaged cells are not being replaced by newer younger ones.
This happens because as each new cell replaces the old cell, the DNA information is passed on to the new cell, but some of this DNA information is damaged (cause smoking damages the DNA). With each new cell replacing the damaged old cell, more DNA damage is accumulated until the DNA is so damaged that it cannot replicate in a healthy manner.
The more DNA damage a skin cell has the more the signs of ageing show. As more DNA damage accumulates, the more your skin shows signs of ageing.
Syricalm
Best in class, ultra-calming ingredient for hypersensitive skin. Whether the reactivity is the result of actives or is the natural skin type, Syricalm has repeatedly been shown to soothe & calm irritation, inflammation, redness & swelling.
Transepidermal water loss
Transepidermal water loss (TEWL) is a measurement that represents the amount of water that escapes from the stratum corneum per area of skin and has historically been used as a reflection of skin water barrier integrity.
Tripeptide-1
It is a biometric 3-chain peptide which stimulates the production of fibronectin, collagen and elastin. Works with copper in the skin to visibly repair it & also teaches damaged areas to rebuild themselves resulting in firmer & smoother skin.
Tolerance
It attacks foreign particles/objects/pathogens, and it absorbs the effects of the environment like high humidity, heat, cold weather, exposure to UV rays etc.
Similarly, cosmetics and skin care ingredients on the skin also affect how the skin will react. Actives like Vitamin A, Vit C/AHA/BHA) tend to alter the skin’s biome and skin barrier enough for it to start reacting. So skin tolerance is the maximum amount of time skin can handle being exposed to an ingredient (in cases of skin care) without reacting to it.
Some people have a high tolerance, some people have a low tolerance and it even varies from ingredient to ingredient. But the best part about it is that you can build tolerance, it’s one of the main reasons why your favourite skincare ingredients & products that worked before, may not work now.
Vetiver extract
Vetiver has been found to calibrate sebaceous glands, control the production of sebum and improve the quality of sebum produced. Vetiver promotes the secretion of sebum loaded with antimicrobial lipids.