Ingredients Glossary

Ingredients

Arginine

Amino acid that hydrates and supports skin repair.

Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate

Vitamin C derivative, brightens and protects skin.

Bis-Ethylhexyl Hydroxydimethoxy Benzylmalonate

Antioxidant to protect from UV-induced damage.

Butyloctyl Salicylate

Acts as a photo stabiliser to enhance UV protection while also conditioning the skin.

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter

Deeply moisturises and soothes the skin.

Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax

Creates a protective barrier and gives a smooth finish.

Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Wax

Provides a protective barrier and enhances texture.

Kaolin

A clay designed to absorb excess oil and keep the skin fresh.

Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate

Helps blend ingredients together for smooth application.

Shorea Robusta Resin

Provides a film-forming layer for longer-lasting wear and improved durability.

Stevia Rebaudina (Stevia) Leaf Extract

Offers natural sweetness and skin-soothing properties.

Squalane

Mimics natural skin oils for deep hydration.

Tocopherol

Vitamin E, an antioxidant to protect skin from free radicals.

Organic Filters & Photostabilisers

Ethylhexyl Methoxycrylene

A photostabiliser that enhances the effectiveness of UV filters, provides age-management benefits, and stabilises formulations containing antioxidants.

Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine

An oil-soluble organic filter that acts as a broad-spectrum UVA/UVB absorber, enhancing efficacy and broad-spectrum protection.

Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate

Provides high absorption in the UVA range, minimises overexposure to UV radiation, and protects the skin against photodamage.

Octyl Triazone

An organic UV filter used in sunscreens. It primarily provides UVB protection and helps enhance the overall effectiveness of sun protection formulations.

Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid

A powerful UV filter that effectively absorbs UVB radiation, helping to protect your skin from sun damage.

Inorganic Filters

Titanium Dioxide

A naturally occurring mineral that provides broad-spectrum UVA/UVB defence.

Zinc Oxide

Provides effective UVA/UVB protection, supports wound healing, and has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Additionally, it helps treat acne lesions and is non-comedogenic.