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Explore common skincare and beauty ingredients. Learn what they do, which products contain them, and how they're typically used.

Niacinamide

A form of vitamin B3 commonly used in skincare for its versatility and gentleness. It's water-soluble and plays a role in cellular energy and DNA repair.

Common Uses

Barrier supportOil regulationBrightening

Hyaluronic Acid

A hydrating molecule (glycosaminoglycan) naturally found in the skin that can hold up to 1000 times its weight in water. It's a humectant that attracts and retains moisture.

Common Uses

Intense hydrationPlumping fine linesSkin smoothing

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

A powerful antioxidant that plays a crucial role in collagen synthesis and protection against free radical damage. It's valued for brightening and protective properties.

Common Uses

Antioxidant protectionBrighteningHyperpigmentation

Retinol

A form of vitamin A that's widely studied for its anti-aging and skin-renewing properties. It promotes cell turnover and collagen production.

Common Uses

Anti-agingFine lines and wrinklesTexture improvement

Salicylic Acid

A beta hydroxy acid (BHA) that's oil-soluble, allowing it to penetrate pores. It exfoliates inside the pore lining and has anti-inflammatory properties.

Common Uses

Acne treatmentBlackheads and whiteheadsPore care

Ceramides

Lipids naturally found in the skin barrier that make up about 50% of the skin's intercellular matrix. They're essential for barrier function and moisture retention.

Common Uses

Barrier repairMoisture retentionProtection

Glycolic Acid

An alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) derived from sugar cane. It has the smallest molecular size among AHAs, allowing deep penetration for effective exfoliation.

Common Uses

ExfoliationBrighteningTexture improvement

Squalane

A stable, saturated hydrocarbon derived from squalene (naturally found in skin). It's a lightweight emollient that mimics the skin's natural oils.

Common Uses

MoisturizingBarrier supportAnti-aging

Peptides

Short chains of amino acids that serve as building blocks of proteins like collagen, elastin, and keratin. They signal the skin to produce more of these structural proteins.

Common Uses

Anti-agingFirmnessWrinkle reduction

Zinc Oxide

A mineral sunscreen ingredient that provides broad-spectrum UV protection by physically blocking and reflecting UV rays. Also has anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.

Common Uses

Sun protectionSensitive skinIrritation relief

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