Base Oils & Emollients (Provide slip, moisture, carrier for actives):
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride: Lightweight, fast-absorbing emollient derived from coconut oil. Softens, smooths, improves spreadability.
- Squalane: Superior emollient mimicking skin's sebum. Highly moisturizing, antioxidant, improves barrier function, non-greasy.
- Grape (VITIS VINIFERA) Seed Oil: Lightweight oil rich in linoleic acid & antioxidants (proanthocyanidins). Moisturizing, antioxidant, tightening/toning.
- Sesame (SESAMUM INDICUM) Seed Oil: Emollient rich in antioxidants (sesamol, sesamin). Moisturizing, antioxidant, potentially anti-inflammatory.
- C9-12 Alkane / Isododecane: Volatile solvents. Provide lightweight texture, quick-drying feel, enhance spreadability without residue.
- Baobab (ADANSONIA DIGITATA) Seed Oil: Rich in vitamins A, D, E, F, and fatty acids. Nourishing, emollient, improves elasticity.
- Jojoba (SIMMONDSIA CHINENSIS) Seed Oil: Liquid wax ester similar to sebum. Balancing, moisturizing, emollient, antioxidant.
- Borage (BORAGO OFFICINALIS) Seed Oil: Richest natural source of Gamma-Linolenic Acid (GLA). Potent anti-inflammatory, soothes, repairs barrier, improves hydration.
- Coco alcohol-octanoate/caprate: Emollient ester. Light, silky feel.
- LIMNANTHES ALBA (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil: Unique oil rich in very long-chain fatty acids (>98%). Exceptional stability, moisturizing, brightening, improves elasticity.
- MACADAMIA INTEGRIFOLIA Seed Oil: Rich in palmitoleic acid (similar to skin sebum). Emollient, nourishing, easily absorbed.
- Oat (AVENA SATIVA) Kernel Oil: Soothing, anti-inflammatory, rich in lipids & antioxidants. Strengthens barrier, calms irritation.
- LINUM USITATISSIMUM (Linseed/Flax) Seed Oil: Rich in omega-3 (ALA). Nourishing, emollient, potentially anti-inflammatory.
- Camelina sativa Seed Oil: Rich in omega-3 (ALA) & vitamin E. Antioxidant, nourishing, emollient.
- RIBES NIGRUM (Black Currant) Seed Oil: High in GLA and ALA. Anti-inflammatory, nourishing, soothes sensitive skin.
- Vaccinium MYRTILLUS (Bilberry) Seed Oil: Rich in antioxidants (anthocyanins, omega-3/6/9). Antioxidant, nourishing.
- MAURITIA FLEXUOSA (Buriti) Fruit Oil: Extremely rich in carotenoids (pro-Vitamin A) & tocopherols. Potent antioxidant, nourishing, promotes skin repair.
- ELAEIS GUINEENSIS (Palm) Oil / GOSSYPIUM HERBACEUM (Cotton) Seed Oil: Common emollient plant oils. Provide slip and occlusivity.
- THEOBROMA GRANDIFLORUM (Cupuaçu) Seed Butter: Rich emollient butter. Deeply moisturizing, nourishing, improves elasticity.
- COFFEA ARABICA (Coffee) Seed Oil: Contains caffeine & antioxidants. Antioxidant, may help with puffiness/circulation.
Key Actives & Functional Ingredients (Target specific skin concerns):
- Ascorbic acid tetraisopalmitate (Vitamin C Ester): STAR BRIGHTENING/ANTIOXIDANT. Oil-soluble, stable Vitamin C derivative. Penetrates deeply, inhibits melanin, boosts collagen, potent antioxidant. Less irritating than L-AA.
- Ceramide NP: CRUCIAL BARRIER SUPPORT. Identical to skin ceramides. Essential for restoring and strengthening the skin barrier, reducing TEWL (water loss), improving resilience and hydration.
- Ubiquinone (Coenzyme Q10): POWERFUL ANTIOXIDANT/ENERGIZING. Naturally declines with age. Protects against free radicals, supports cellular energy production, anti-aging.
- Astaxanthin: SUPER ANTIOXIDANT. Extremely potent carotenoid antioxidant (much stronger than Vit C/E). Neutralizes multiple free radicals, protects against UV damage, anti-inflammatory.
- Glabridin (from Licorice): TARGETED BRIGHTENING. Potent tyrosinase inhibitor derived from licorice. Specifically targets hyperpigmentation and dark spots.
- Licorice Flavonoids (Glycyrrhiza Glabra): Brightening (tyrosinase inhibition), anti-inflammatory, soothing.
- Phytosterol Oleate / Phytosterols: Plant sterols. Reinforce skin barrier, have anti-inflammatory properties, enhance delivery of other actives, emollient.
- Dipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline (likely implied by structure): Lipidated amino acid derivative. Firming agent, supports collagen structure, improves elasticity.
Antioxidants, Soothing & Botanical Extracts:
- Tocopherol (Vitamin E): Primary lipid-soluble antioxidant. Stabilizes oils, protects against free radicals, synergizes with Vitamin C.
- Bisabolol (from Chamomile): Soothing, anti-irritant, anti-inflammatory.
- Barley (HORDEUM VULGARE) Extract: Soothing, antioxidant, rich in vitamins/minerals.
- Carrot (DAUCUS CAROTA SATIVA) Root Extract: Rich in beta-carotene (Pro-Vitamin A). Antioxidant, nourishing.
- PAEONIA SUFFRUTICOSA (Tree Peony) Seed Oil: Antioxidant, potentially brightening/anti-inflammatory.
- OPUNTIA FICUS-INDICA (Prickly Pear) Fruit Extract: Rich in antioxidants (betalains), vitamins, fatty acids. Hydrating, protective.
- Chinese kiwi (ACTINIDIA CHINENSIS) Seed Oil: Rich in omega-3. Nourishing, antioxidant.
- ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS (Rosemary) Leaf Extract: Antioxidant, antimicrobial, may improve circulation.
- BIDENS PILOSA Extract: Traditional herb. Antioxidant, potentially soothing.
- SALICORNIA HERBACEA (Glasswort/Samphire) Extract: Rich in minerals, antioxidants. Hydrating, protective.
- ANTHEMIS NOBILIS (Roman Chamomile) Flower Oil: Fragrant oil. Soothing, anti-inflammatory (but high sensitization risk).
Stabilizers, Texture & Other:
- Fragrance: Provides scent. High potential for sensitization, especially combined with other botanicals.
Ingredients in Full List:
- ["Caprylic/capric triglyceride", "Squalane", "Grape (VITIS VINIFERA) seed oil", "Isododecane", "Barley (HORDEUM VULGARE) extract", "Sesame (SESAMUM INDICUM) Seed Oil", "C9-12 Alkane", "Baobab (ADANSONIA DIGITATA) Seed Oil", "Carrot (DAUCUS CAROTA SATIVA) Root Extract", "Jojoba (SIMMONDSIA CHINENSIS) Seed Oil", "Borage ( BORAGO OFFICINALIS) seed oil", "Ascorbic acid tetraisopalmitate", "Coco alcohol-octanoate/caprate", "LIMNANTHES ALBA" seed oil", "MACADAMIA INTEGRIFOLIA ) Seed Oil", "Fragrance", "PAEONIA SUFFRUTICOSA) Seed Oil", "Oat (AVENA SATIVA) Kernel Oil", "Tocopherol (Vitamin E)", "Bisabolol", "OPUNTIA FICUS-INDICA) fruit extract", "Camelina sativa (Camelina sativa) seed oil", "Chinese kiwi (ACTINIDIA CHINENSIS) seed oil", "RIBES NIGRUM) seed oil", "Vaccinium (Vaccinium) MYRTILLUS) seed oil", "MAURITIA FLEXUOSA fruit oil", "ELAEIS GUINEENSIS oil", "GOSSYPIUM HERBACEUM seed oil", "ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS leaf extract", "BIDENS PILOSA Extract", "LINUM USITATISSIMUM Seed Oil", "Ceramide NP", "Ubiquinone", "THEOBROMA GRANDIFLORUM Seed Butter", "Little "COFFEA ARABICA" seed oil", "phytosterol oleate", "glabridin", "licorice flavonoids", "SALICORNIA HERBACEA extract", "astaxanthin", " Phytosterols", "ANTHEMIS NOBILIS flower oil"]