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Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) Sap Extract

Sugar maple is rich in malic and tartaric acids. It also contains GCGs (glucitol-core-containing gallotannins, a type of phenolic group) that shield skin from inflammation and lighten visible pigmentation.

Allantoin

Allantoin is a moisturising and soothing ingredient that is found naturally in the root of the comfrey plant. It helps hydrate skin and lock in moisture. It’s one of the few ingredients that can do both.

Aloe Vera Juice

Aloe vera is the inner portion of the aloe plant. It's made up of 99 percent water and ingredients with potentially anti-viral, anti-fungal, and cell-regenerative properties.

Alpha Arbutin

Alpha arbutin is a natural skin brightener from bearberry; an edible red berry that is a favourite food of bears. It can lighten the appearance of hyperpigmentation by inhibiting the activity of an enzyme in skin known as tyrosinase.

Ananas Sativus (Pineapple) Fruit Extract

Pineapple extract has antioxidant, skin soothing, and exfoliating properties from its vitamin C content, the anti-inflammatory enzyme bromelain, and exfoliating AHAs and BHAs.

Aqua

Aqua. It's water. H20. The essence of the earth. Vital to your skin's health! Water = hydration. A hydrated complexion looks more plump, healthy, and youthful.

Arginine

Arginine is an amino acid. Applied topically, it has antioxidant properties, is an excellent hydration booster, and supports collagen production.

Avena sativa (Oat) Kernel Flour

An ultra-fine oat flour that provides a luxuriant feel with natural lipid and antioxidant content. It nurtures skin and has an immediate brightening and mattifying effect.

Betaine

Betaine is an amino acid extracted from sugar beet molasses and vinasses. It’s a nourishing and functional ingredient that is hydrating, an anti-irritant, anti-inflammatory, protective, and smoothing.

Boswellia Serrata (Frankincense) Oil

Frankincense has astringent and cytophylactic (cell growth stimulating) qualities that may reduce the appearance of fine lines and discoloration. It is a non-sensitising essential oil that provides a sultry, woody, spicy scent.