Ingredient glossary
Every active, explained.
What each ingredient in our formulas is, what it does for your skin, what it pairs well with, and where you will find it. No miracle claims, just the facts.
FirmingPDRNSodium DNAPurified DNA fragments, the signature active of Korean aesthetic skincare.
Polydeoxyribonucleotide (PDRN) is a chain of purified DNA fragments, listed as Sodium DNA. Used topically as a skin-conditioning agent, it helps skin look firmer, smoother and more resilient.
- Pairs well with
- Peptides, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide.
- Good to know
- Usually derived from salmon, so products containing it are not vegan. Our PDRN serums contain 5,000 ppm.
- Found in
- PDRN + Polypeptide Niacinamide Serum · PDRN + Hyaluronic Acid Serum · NAD+ PDRN Peptide Serum · PDRN + Retinal Renewal Eye Patches
FirmingPeptidesAcetyl Hexapeptide-8 · Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4 · Acetyl Tetrapeptide-9 · Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5Short chains of amino acids that help skin look firmer and smoother.
Peptides are short chains of amino acids. Each one has a different role: some help improve the look of expression lines, others the look of firmness and elasticity. Blending several covers more ground than one alone.
- Pairs well with
- PDRN, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid.
- Good to know
- Gentle and suitable for daily use, morning and evening. Results come with regular use over several weeks.
- Found in
- PDRN + Polypeptide Niacinamide Serum · NAD+ PDRN Peptide Serum · 10% Multi-Peptide Firming Serum · PDRN + Retinal Renewal Eye Patches
FirmingCopper peptideCopper Tripeptide-1 (GHK-Cu)A copper-bound peptide for firmer, smoother-looking skin.
GHK-Cu is a small peptide bound to copper. It helps improve the look of firmness and elasticity and leaves skin feeling smoother.
- Pairs well with
- Hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, panthenol.
- Good to know
- Avoid applying it in the same step as strong exfoliating acids or pure vitamin C; use them at different times of day.
- Found in
- Copper Peptide Serum · NAD+ PDRN Peptide Serum
RadianceNAD+Nicotinamide Adenine DinucleotideA coenzyme linked to cellular energy, for a revitalised-looking complexion.
NAD+ is a coenzyme found in every living cell and involved in energy metabolism. In skincare it is used for a revitalised, more radiant-looking complexion, alongside PDRN and peptides.
- Pairs well with
- PDRN, peptides, ceramide NP.
- Good to know
- Lightweight and suitable for daily use.
- Found in
- NAD+ PDRN Peptide Serum
RadianceNiacinamideVitamin B3A versatile vitamin that helps even out the look of skin tone.
Niacinamide is a well-tolerated form of vitamin B3. It helps even out the look of skin tone, refine the look of pores and support the skin barrier. Commonly used at 2 to 5%.
- Pairs well with
- Almost everything: peptides, hyaluronic acid, ceramides, PDRN.
- Good to know
- Gentle for most skin types. Our formulas use it at 2 to 5%, depending on the product.
- Found in
- PDRN + Polypeptide Niacinamide Serum · PDRN + Hyaluronic Acid Serum · NAD+ PDRN Peptide Serum · Hyalton Flooding Serum · PDRN + Retinal Renewal Eye Patches · Copper Peptide Serum
HydratingHyaluronic acidSodium Hyaluronate · Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic AcidA humectant that draws water into the skin for a plumper look.
Hyaluronic acid attracts and holds water in the upper layers of the skin. Different molecular weights hydrate at different levels of the skin surface, for a plumper, smoother look.
- Pairs well with
- Ceramides to seal the hydration in, niacinamide, PDRN.
- Good to know
- Works best on slightly damp skin, followed by a moisturiser.
- Found in
- PDRN + Hyaluronic Acid Serum · Hyalton Flooding Serum · NAD+ PDRN Peptide Serum · Centella Asiatica Serum · PDRN + Polypeptide Niacinamide Serum · PDRN + Retinal Renewal Eye Patches · Copper Peptide Serum
HydratingCeramidesCeramide NP · NS · AS · AP · EOPLipids that help hold the skin barrier together.
Ceramides are lipids naturally present in the skin barrier. Applied with cholesterol, they help seal in moisture and support a comfortable, resilient barrier.
- Pairs well with
- Hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, squalane.
- Good to know
- Particularly helpful for dry, tight or easily stressed skin.
- Found in
- Hyalton Flooding Serum · NAD+ PDRN Peptide Serum
SoothingCentella asiaticaCentella Asiatica Extract · Madecassoside · AsiaticosideThe comforting botanical of Korean skincare.
Centella asiatica, also called cica, is a plant used for centuries. Its key molecules, madecassoside and asiaticoside, help soothe skin that feels stressed and calm the look of redness.
- Pairs well with
- Panthenol, hyaluronic acid, ceramides.
- Good to know
- Well suited to sensitive skin and to calming routines after sun or wind exposure.
- Found in
- Centella Asiatica Serum · PDRN + Hyaluronic Acid Serum
SoothingPanthenolProvitamin B5A humectant that leaves skin soft and comfortable.
Panthenol converts to vitamin B5 in the skin. It attracts moisture and supports the comfort of the skin barrier.
- Pairs well with
- Centella, hyaluronic acid, ceramides.
- Good to know
- Very well tolerated, including by sensitive skin.
- Found in
- Centella Asiatica Serum · Hyalton Flooding Serum · NAD+ PDRN Peptide Serum · PDRN + Hyaluronic Acid Serum · Copper Peptide Serum
SoothingEctoinEctoinA protective molecule from microorganisms living in extreme environments.
Ectoin is an extremolyte, produced by microorganisms to survive heat, salt and dryness. In skincare it provides protective hydration and soothes skin that feels tight.
- Pairs well with
- Hyaluronic acid, ceramides.
- Good to know
- Gentle and suitable for sensitive skin.
- Found in
- Hyalton Flooding Serum
HydratingSqualaneSqualaneA lightweight emollient similar to the skin’s own lipids.
Squalane is a stable, lightweight oil similar to a lipid naturally found in skin. It softens and helps limit water loss without a greasy finish.
- Pairs well with
- Ceramides, hyaluronic acid.
- Good to know
- Non-greasy and suitable for most skin types.
- Found in
- Hyalton Flooding Serum
HydratingBeta-glucanBeta-GlucanA soft, hydrating film-former.
Beta-glucan is a polysaccharide that hydrates and leaves a soft, smooth feel on the skin.
- Pairs well with
- Centella, panthenol, hyaluronic acid.
- Good to know
- Gentle and suitable for sensitive skin.
- Found in
- Centella Asiatica Serum · NAD+ PDRN Peptide Serum
SoothingLicorice root derivativeDipotassium GlycyrrhizateA licorice-derived ingredient that soothes the look of redness.
Dipotassium glycyrrhizate comes from licorice root. It helps soothe the look of redness and leaves skin feeling calmer.
- Pairs well with
- Centella, niacinamide.
- Good to know
- Gentle and suitable for sensitive skin.
- Found in
- Centella Asiatica Serum · PDRN + Retinal Renewal Eye Patches
Eyes & blemishesRetinol (encapsulated)RetinolThe reference vitamin A for fine lines and texture.
Retinol is a form of vitamin A that helps improve the look of fine lines and uneven texture. Encapsulation helps keep it stable and makes it more comfortable for the skin.
- Pairs well with
- Peptides, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid.
- Good to know
- Introduce gradually, wear a broad-spectrum SPF during the day, and ask a healthcare professional before use if pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Found in
- PDRN + Retinal Renewal Eye Patches
Eyes & blemishesCaffeineCaffeineA classic for a fresher-looking eye area.
Caffeine is used in eye care to help reduce the look of puffiness and dark circles for a fresher, more rested look.
- Pairs well with
- Niacinamide, peptides.
- Good to know
- Best used on the eye area, morning or evening.
- Found in
- PDRN + Retinal Renewal Eye Patches
Eyes & blemishesHydrocolloidHydrocolloidThe material behind pimple patches.
Hydrocolloid forms a soft, moist barrier over a blemish. It helps absorb impurities, keeps the spot covered and protected, and makes it easier not to touch it.
- Pairs well with
- A soothing serum such as centella, applied first and allowed to dry.
- Good to know
- Single use. Do not apply on broken or irritated skin.
- Found in
- GlowFix Pimple Patches
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