Skin School
More commonly known as sunflower oil, helianthus annuus seed oil is a great emollient that can help make the skin feel smooth and hydrated. It is able to support the skin’s natural barrier and keep the surface of the skin protected from further damage often caused by free radicals.
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Although the word licorice can make you think of a bag of popular sweets, it can have a large impact on the health and appearance of your skin. It is considered one of the gentlest skin lightening agents with least side effects and thanks to the part called glabridin, topically application can significantly reduce the appearance of sun damage dark spots and hyperpigmentation.
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Glucose is the technical term for sugar, yep, the same one you put in your tea. Not only does it provide flavouring properties for lip care products, such as scrubs and balms, but it also contains humectant traits. This means it is able keep the skin hydrated and moisturised throughout the day by drawing in water and locking it into place.
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Due to the fact it is part of the PHA collection of acids, Gluconolactone is gentle on the skin whilst providing skin exfoliation. This is due to the fact that the molecule size is too large to be able to penetrate too far into the skin and cause any irritation or allergic reactions.
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Discovered after the Japanese sake brewers all had soft, youthful looking hands compared to how old they were or how many wrinkles and other signs of ageing they showed on their faces. The yeast found in the fermented vats of sake have since been formulated into an array of skincare products.
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