Salicylic Acid
Salicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid (or BHA), a powerful oil-soluble chemical exfoliant, able to penetrate into pores to clear skin cells both on the surface of the skin...
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Selenium
Selenium is a natural antioxidant, which plays an important part in protecting cells against damage from free radicals. It is also responsible for keeping nutrients (such as vitamin C, glutathione,...
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Sesame Seed
Also known as Sesamum indicum. Sesame seed oil is a powerful emollient that is a potent source of fatty acids, vitamin E and antioxidants, all important elements in maintaining healthy...
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Shea Butter
Shea butter (Butyrospermum parkii), is a plant lipid extracted from shea tree nuts. It is an excellent emollient (or skin-smoother) providing deep skin hydration and replenishment thanks to its high...
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Siberian Ginseng
Acanthopanax (Eleuthero) senticosus, is an adaptogenic root. This naturally-occurring powerhouse of antioxidants has been used for centuries within traditional medicine as an immune stimulant and to soothe and regenerate challenged...
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Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES)
Sodium laureth sulfate (or SLES) is a sulfate surfactant commonly used as a cleansing agent in skincare, known for its ability to generate foam and lather, which then binds with...
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Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
Sodium lauryl sulfate (or SLS) is commonly used as a sulfate or anionic surfactant within skincare - utilized for its foaming ability which binds dirt and impurities on the skin...
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Songyi Mushroom
A functional, multidimensional mushroom native to the red pines of Japan. Tricholoma matsutake is known for its skin-brightening, antimicrobial and immune-boosting effects, as well as its ability to support the...
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