What is in it
The labels name what is doing the work. Here is what each of those ingredients is, in plain language.
A
Allantoin
A soothing agent. Leaves skin feeling comfortable, which is why it turns up in formulas for reactive skin.
Arbutin
A gentler brightening agent, naturally occurring in bearberry. Used with turmeric and kojic acid in our whitening cream.
Aloe vera
Water-rich and soothing. Paired with collagen in the professional gel mask.
B
Biotin
Vitamin B7, used in the professional ampoule range as a conditioning nutrient.
C
Copper peptides
Short chains of amino acids bound to copper. Used in formulas aimed at the appearance of firmness and elasticity.
Appears inCopper Peptide Serum
Collagen
A large protein. Applied topically it sits on the surface and holds moisture there, which makes skin look smoother and fuller.
Appears inSerum Collagene and 7 more
Caviar extract
Rich in selenium, vitamin B12 and the fatty acids DHA and EPA. A conditioning, nutrient-dense ingredient used in our richest cream.
Appears inCaviar Cream
Caffeine
Constricts temporarily, which is why it appears in eye formulas aimed at the look of puffiness.
Appears inCreme Contour des YeuxDiamond Eye Serum
Coenzyme Q10
An antioxidant the body makes less of over time. Paired with snail mucus in our lifting cream.
Calamine
A classic soothing mineral. In our high protection cream it is what makes the finish feel calm rather than tight.
Appears inHigh Protection CreamMiracle Leave-In Hair Treatment and 1 more
E
Elastin
A structural protein, used alongside collagen in formulas aimed at the appearance of bounce.
Appears inCopper Peptide SerumSnail Lifting Filling Cream + Coenzyme Q10
Exosomes
A newer class of signalling ingredient, used in our professional ampoule aimed at the look of renewed texture.
G
Glycolic acid
The smallest alpha hydroxy acid, so it penetrates most readily. Loosens dead surface cells, which reveals a smoother, brighter-looking surface.
Appears inGlycolic Acid and 1 more
H
Hyaluronic acid
A humectant that holds many times its own weight in water. It plumps the surface by hydrating it, which softens the look of fine lines.
Appears inHyaluronic Acid Serum and 4 more
K
Kojic acid
Derived from fungi. Used where the aim is the appearance of dark spots and an uneven tone.
Appears inKojic Acid
L
Lactic acid
A larger, gentler AHA. Exfoliates while also hydrating, which makes it a good first acid.
M
Mahleb
Ground wild cherry kernel, a traditional Levantine ingredient. The gentle physical exfoliant in our face scrub.
Appears inMahleb Face Scrub
N
Niacinamide
Vitamin B3. Supports the look of an even tone and a smoother surface, and helps the skin hold on to moisture. Often paired with zinc in formulas aimed at shine and the appearance of pores.
Appears inNiacinamide + Zinc Cream
O
Olive oil
Pressed from olives grown near the laboratory. Conditioning, and the base of our olive oil cream.
Appears inOlive Oil Cream and 3 more
P
Propolis
Made by bees from plant resins. Soothing and conditioning; used in our eye serum with royal jelly.
Appears inPropolis Eye Serum
R
Retinol
A vitamin A derivative, the most studied ingredient in cosmetic science for the look of fine lines and uneven texture. Use it at night, introduce it slowly, and wear sunscreen while you do.
Appears inAdvanced Retinol + Lactic Acid (AHA)
Royal jelly
A conditioning bee-derived ingredient, rich in amino acids.
Appears inPropolis Eye Serum
Rosemary oil
A stimulating botanical, used in our anti-hair-loss shampoo.
Appears inAnti-Hair Loss Shampoo
S
Snail mucus
Naturally rich in allantoin, glycolic acid, hyaluronic acid and peptides. Used at 70% in our lifting cream, where the aim is a smoother, firmer-looking surface.
Appears inSnail Lifting Filling Cream + Coenzyme Q10Snail Lifting Filling Serum
Saffron
A traditional brightening botanical, used in the Absheron cream for a warm, lit-from-within look.
Appears inAbsheron Saffron Cream
Salicylic acid
A beta hydroxy acid, oil-soluble, so it works inside the pore rather than only on the surface. For congested, shine-prone skin.
Appears inSalicylic Acid
Shea butter
A rich plant fat that seals moisture in. The reason a cream feels cushioning rather than thin.
Appears inMiracle Leave-In Hair TreatmentOlive Oil Cream and 1 more
T
Tea tree
A clarifying botanical, used in the professional mask for congested skin.
Turmeric
A warming botanical used for the appearance of brightness and even tone.
V
Vitamin A
The parent of retinol. Used for the look of fine lines and surface texture.
Appears inAdvanced Retinol + Lactic Acid (AHA)Vitamin A Serum
Vitamin C
An antioxidant. Best known for the appearance of brightness and evenness of tone.
Appears inVitamin C Serum
Vitamin E
An antioxidant that works well beside vitamin C, and conditions the skin as it goes.
Appears inVitamin E Serum and 4 more
Vitamin K
Used in eye formulas, where the aim is the look of shadowing under the eye.
Appears inCreme Contour des YeuxDiamond Eye Serum
Z
Zinc
A mineral used alongside niacinamide where the aim is a calmer, less shiny-looking finish.
Appears inNiacinamide + Zinc Cream and 2 more
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These are cosmetic ingredients, described by what they do to the appearance of skin. Nothing here is intended to diagnose or treat a medical condition — for that, see a doctor. If you are pregnant, or using prescription skincare, ask before adding retinol or a strong acid.