Best ingredients for uneven texture

Adenosine

Smooths fine lines and calms skin by supporting cellular energy and repair processes.

Allantoin

Soothes irritation, softens rough or flaky skin, and supports healing of the outer barrier.

Asiaticoside

A triterpenoid saponin isolated from Centella asiatica, studied for wound healing and collagen support.

Astaxanthin

A carotenoid antioxidant derived from microalgae, studied for reducing oxidative damage and supporting skin elasticity.

Azelaic Acid

Fades post-acne marks and rosacea redness while gently unclogging pores.

Beta-Glucan

Forms a lightweight, breathable film that calms irritation and helps skin hold on to water.

Centella Asiatica

Centella Asiatica Extract

Calms redness and inflammation while supporting collagen synthesis and wound healing.

Collagen

Hydrolyzed Collagen

Hydrolyzed collagen peptides that hydrate the surface and support the skin's own structural proteins.

Colloidal Oatmeal

Avena Sativa Kernel Flour

Calms itching, redness, and irritation while reinforcing the skin barrier.

Galactomyces Ferment

Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate

A yeast fermentation filtrate rich in vitamins, minerals, and organic acids, used to improve tone, texture, and radiance.

Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate

A yeast ferment filtrate rich in amino acids, vitamins and organic acids, sold as a brightening and texture-refining essence.

Ginseng

Panax Ginseng Root Extract

Supplies ginsenosides that fight oxidative stress and support firmer, more radiant-looking skin.

Glycerin

Draws water into the outer skin layer and reinforces the barrier that keeps it there.

Gotu Kola

Centella Asiatica Extract

Calms redness and irritation while supporting collagen synthesis and wound healing.

Hyaluronic Acid

Sodium Hyaluronate

Draws water into the skin's surface for an immediate, visible plumping effect.

Jojoba Oil

Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil

Mimics the skin's natural sebum to moisturize without a heavy feel.

Lactobacillus Ferment

A probiotic-derived ferment filtrate that supports barrier function and skin microbiome balance.

Madecassoside

A purified Centella asiatica compound that calms inflammation and accelerates visible healing of compromised skin.

Mugwort

Artemisia Vulgaris Extract

Soothes redness and calms reactive skin with traditional Korean herbal antioxidants.

Noni Fruit Ferment

Morinda Citrifolia Fruit Ferment

A fermented form of noni fruit extract that brightens tone and delivers antioxidant support.

Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4

A signal peptide, sold as Matrixyl, that mimics a collagen fragment and prompts fibroblasts to build more matrix.

Panthenol

Hydrates, soothes irritation, and supports barrier repair by converting to vitamin B5 in the skin.

PHA (Gluconolactone)

Gluconolactone

Exfoliates gently while hydrating, making it the mildest chemical exfoliant available.

Polyglutamic Acid

A fermentation-derived humectant that holds up to four times more water than hyaluronic acid and forms a smoothing surface film.

Resveratrol

A potent plant polyphenol that neutralizes free radicals and supports collagen-protective antioxidant defense.

Rice Extract

Oryza Sativa Extract

A traditional brightening and soothing botanical rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and starches.

Rosehip Oil

Rosa Canina Fruit Oil

Nourishes dry skin and supplies antioxidants and essential fatty acids that support the barrier.

Snail Secretion Filtrate

A filtered snail mucin rich in glycoproteins, glycosaminoglycans and allantoin that hydrates and supports repair.

Squalane

A stable, lightweight emollient that mimics skin's natural sebum to soften and protect the barrier without greasiness.

Urea

Draws water into the stratum corneum and, at higher concentrations, softens and lifts excess keratin.

Alpha Lipoic Acid

Thioctic Acid

A potent antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals and regenerates other antioxidants like vitamin C and E.

Argireline

Acetyl Hexapeptide-8

A synthetic hexapeptide marketed as a topical alternative to neurotoxin injections for expression lines.

Bakuchiol

Delivers retinol-like smoothing and firming without the flaking or sun sensitivity.

Bromelain

A group of protein-digesting enzymes from pineapple, used as a wash-off exfoliant that loosens the protein links between dead surface cells without abrasion or a low-pH acid.

Citric Acid

A citrus-derived AHA that exfoliates the surface and adjusts formula pH.

Lactic Acid

Exfoliates dead skin cells while pulling moisture into the skin at the same time.

Malic Acid

Exfoliates the skin surface as an alpha-hydroxy acid, often blended with other AHAs for a mild, balanced effect.

Mandelic Acid

A large-molecule AHA from bitter almonds that exfoliates gently while calming acne-prone skin.

Oligopeptides

Oligopeptide-1

Short chains of amino acids that signal skin cells to behave younger — more collagen, better repair.

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1

A fatty-acid-conjugated peptide fragment of collagen, studied for stimulating collagen synthesis in aging skin.

Papaya Enzyme

Carica Papaya Fruit Extract

A protein-digesting enzyme from papaya that loosens dead surface cells without the acidity of an AHA.

Peptides (Matrixyl)

Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4

Signals skin to produce more collagen, gradually softening fine lines.

Phytic Acid

Gently exfoliates and chelates metal ions that trigger dullness and discoloration.

Snail Mucin

Snail Secretion Filtrate

Hydrates, soothes, and supports barrier repair with a mix of glycoproteins and hyaluronic acid.

Tartaric Acid

An alpha hydroxy acid derived from grapes that exfoliates the skin surface and adjusts formula pH.

Tinosorb S

Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine

Provides broad-spectrum UVA and UVB absorption while remaining highly photostable.

Titanium Dioxide

Physically reflects and scatters UVB and short UVA rays as a mineral sunscreen filter.

Willow Bark

Salix Alba Bark Extract

A botanical extract containing salicin, a natural precursor to salicylic acid, used for mild exfoliation and blemish control.

Copper Peptides (GHK-Cu)

Copper Tripeptide-1

A copper-binding tripeptide studied for stimulating collagen production and supporting wound healing and skin firmness.

EGF (Epidermal Growth Factor)

sh-Oligopeptide-1

A signaling protein that tells skin cells to proliferate and repair, supporting firmer, more resilient skin over time.

Glycolic Acid (AHA)

Glycolic Acid

Dissolves the bonds between dead skin cells for smoother texture and brighter tone.

Granactive Retinoid

Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate

Binds directly to retinoid receptors without requiring conversion, offering retinoid effects with less irritation.

Salicylic Acid (BHA)

Salicylic Acid

Penetrates oil-filled pores to clear congestion and calm acne-related inflammation.

Retinal (Retinaldehyde)

Retinal

A fast-acting retinoid, one conversion step from retinoic acid, that speeds cell turnover and rebuilds collagen.

Avobenzone

Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane

Absorbs UVA1 radiation broadly, offering the deepest UVA coverage among common organic filters.

Retinol

Speeds up cell turnover and stimulates collagen, smoothing texture and softening fine lines over months.

Betaine Salicylate

A betaine complex of salicylic acid, developed as a gentler way to deliver BHA activity and popularised in Korean formulations.

Lactobionic Acid

A polyhydroxy acid formed by oxidising lactose — a large molecule that exfoliates slowly and gently, with documented antioxidant and metal-chelating activity alongside.

Lipohydroxy Acid (LHA)

Capryloyl Salicylic Acid

A derivative of salicylic acid with an added fatty chain that makes it more lipophilic, so it exfoliates gradually at the skin surface and within pores. It is often described as a gentle, targeted BHA relative.

PDRN (Salmon DNA)

Sodium DNA

A polydeoxyribonucleotide derived from salmon DNA, used in serums for tissue regeneration and skin repair support.

Pyruvic Acid

An alpha-keto acid that exfoliates the skin surface and, at professional strengths, is used in chemical peels to smooth texture and unclog pores. In cosmetics it appears at lower levels.

Retinyl Propionate

An ester form of vitamin A that converts in the skin to support renewal and the look of smoother, firmer skin, offering a gentler retinoid option. It is milder than retinol for sensitive users.

Retinyl Retinoate

A hybrid vitamin A derivative combining retinol and retinoic-acid fragments, designed to support skin renewal and the look of firmness while aiming for better stability than plain retinol. It is a next-generation cosmetic retinoid.

Succinic Acid

A mild acid that offers gentle exfoliation and is popular in spot treatments for its ability to help clear the look of blemishes and excess oil. It has some soothing character compared with stronger acids.