Ingredients
A
Term | Definition | What it does | Suitable for |
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AHA (Alpha Hydroxy Acid) | A group of water-soluble acids, including glycolic acid and lactic acid | Exfoliates the top skin layers, improves skin texture, reduces pigmentation, and stimulates cell renewal | Dull skin, skin with signs of aging, pigmentation |
Allantoin | A natural compound found in plants such as comfrey | Soothes, softens the skin, and promotes wound healing. Reduces irritations and protects the skin | Sensitive skin, irritated skin |
Azelaic acid | An anti-inflammatory acid found in wheat and rye | Reduces inflammation, calms acne, and reduces redness and pigmentation | Acne-prone skin, skin with rosacea |
B
Term | Definition | What it does | Suitable for |
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Benzoyl peroxide | An antibacterial agent often used in acne treatments | Kills acne-causing bacteria, prevents clogged pores, and reduces inflammation | Acne-prone skin |
Beta Hydroxy Acid (BHA) | A fat-soluble acid, such as salicylic acid | Penetrates pores to remove dead skin cells and excess oil. Helps reduce acne and blackheads | Oily skin, acne-prone skin |
Bisabolol | A soothing compound derived from chamomile | Calms the skin and reduces redness and inflammation | Sensitive skin, irritated skin |
C
Term | Definition | What it does | Suitable for |
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Ceramides | Natural lipids that strengthen the skin barrier | Prevents moisture loss, restores the skin barrier, and protects the skin from external aggressors | Dry and sensitive skin |
Co-enzyme Q10 | An antioxidant that occurs naturally in the body | Protects the skin from damage caused by free radicals, stimulates cell renewal, and improves skin elasticity | Mature skin, skin with signs of aging |
D
Term | Definition | What it does | Suitable for |
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Dimethicone | A moisturizing agent often used in skincare products | Forms a protective barrier on the skin, prevents moisture loss, and makes the skin smoother | Dry skin, sensitive skin |
E
Term | Definition | What it does | Suitable for |
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Elastin | A protein that provides elasticity to the skin | Helps maintain skin elasticity and firmness, reducing signs of sagging | Mature skin, skin with loss of elasticity |
F
Term | Definition | What it does | Suitable for |
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Ferulic acid | An antioxidant derived from plants such as rice and oats | Protects against UV damage and free radicals, and enhances the effects of vitamins C and E | All skin types, especially mature skin |
G
Term | Definition | What it does | Suitable for |
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Glycolic acid | An AHA derived from sugarcane | Exfoliates the top skin layer, removes dead skin cells, and stimulates cell renewal | Normal to oily skin, skin with pigmentation or signs of aging |
Glycerin | A natural humectant that attracts moisture | Deeply hydrates the skin and helps restore the skin barrier | All skin types, especially dry or dehydrated skin |
Hyaluronic acid | A powerful humectant that occurs naturally in the skin | Retains moisture in the skin, keeping it full and hydrated, and reducing fine lines and wrinkles | All skin types, especially dehydrated skin |
H
Term | Definition | What it does | Suitable for |
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Hyaluronic acid | A powerful humectant that occurs naturally in the skin | Retains moisture in the skin, keeping it full and hydrated, and reducing fine lines and wrinkles | All skin types, especially dehydrated skin |
I
Term | Definition | What it does | Suitable for |
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Isoflavones | Plant-derived compounds that act as antioxidants | Improves skin elasticity, hydrates the skin, and helps protect against free radical damage | Mature skin, sensitive skin |
J
Term | Definition | What it does | Suitable for |
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Jojoba oil | A plant-derived oil that resembles the skin's natural sebum | Hydrates without clogging pores, calms the skin, and helps regulate sebum production | Oily skin, dry skin, and combination skin |
K
Term | Definition | What it does | Suitable for |
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Kojinezuur | A natural derivative of fungi such as aspergillus | Lightens the skin and reduces pigmentation by inhibiting melanin production | Skin with pigmentation, melasma |
L
Term | Definition | What it does | Suitable for |
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Lactic Acid (Melkzuur) | An AHA found in milk | Gently exfoliates the skin, hydrates, and makes the skin smoother and softer | Sensitive skin, dry skin |
Liquorice Root Extract (Zoethout Extract) | A plant extract known for its skin-lightening properties | Reduces redness, calms, and helps reduce pigmentation | Sensitive skin, skin with pigmentation |
M
Term | Definition | What it does | Suitable for |
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Matrixyl | A peptide that helps with collagen production | Firms the skin and reduces wrinkles and fine lines | Mature skin, skin with loss of firmness |
N
Term | Definition | What it does | Suitable for |
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Niacinamide (Vitamine B3) | A multifunctional vitamin commonly used in skincare | Improves the skin barrier, reduces redness, and regulates sebum production. Also effective against pigmentation | Sensitive skin, acne-prone skin, oily skin |
Niacinamide (Vitamine B3) | A multifunctional vitamin commonly used in skincare | Improves the skin barrier, reduces redness, and regulates sebum production. Also effective against pigmentation | Sensitive skin, acne-prone skin, oily skin |
P
Term | Definition | What it does | Suitable for |
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Panthenol (Provitamine B5) | A moisturizing and soothing ingredient | Hydrates and restores the skin barrier, calms irritated skin | Sensitive skin, dry skin |
Peptiden | Short chains of amino acids that function as building blocks for collagen | Stimulates collagen production, helps with skin repair, and reduces signs of aging | Mature skin, skin with wrinkles and loss of elasticity |
Q
Term | Definition | What it does | Suitable for |
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Quercetine | A powerful antioxidant found in plants such as apples and onions | Reduces inflammation and protects against free radical damage | All skin types, especially sensitive skin |
R
Term | Definition | What it does | Suitable for |
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Resveratrol | A powerful antioxidant found in grapes, berries, and red wine | Protects the skin against free radical damage, reduces inflammation, and helps protect against premature aging | Mature skin, skin exposed to pollution and oxidative stress |
Retinol (Vitamine A) | A derivative of vitamin A known for its anti-aging properties | Stimulates cell renewal, reduces wrinkles, and improves skin texture and tone | Mature skin, acne-prone skin |
S
Term | Definition | What it does | Suitable for |
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Salicylzuur (Salicylic Acid) | A fat-soluble beta-hydroxy acid (BHA) found in willow bark | Penetrates deep into pores to remove dead skin cells and excess oil, helps reduce blackheads and acne, and prevents clogged pores | Oily skin, acne-prone skin |
Sheaboter (Shea Butter) | A natural fatty substance derived from the nuts of the karité tree | Intensively hydrates, softens the skin, and helps restore the skin barrier. Also has anti-inflammatory and healing properties | Dry skin, sensitive skin, skin that needs extra nourishment |
Squalane | A moisturizing ingredient derived from olives or plant sources, and a stable form of squalene | Hydrates and protects the skin against moisture loss without feeling greasy. Strengthens the skin barrier and makes the skin softer | All skin types, especially dry and sensitive skin |
T
Term | Definition | What it does | Suitable for |
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Tea Tree Olie | An essential oil extracted from the leaves of the Australian tea tree | Works antibacterially, anti-inflammatory, and helps reduce acne and redness | Acne-prone skin, oily skin |
Tranexaminezuur | A synthetic amino acid that helps reduce pigmentation | Inhibits melanin production and helps treat hyperpigmentation, melasma, and uneven skin tone | Skin with pigmentation and uneven skin tone |
Trichloorazijnzuur (TCA) | A strong exfoliating acid often used in chemical peels | TCA helps remove dead skin cells and stimulate cell renewal. Effective for treating wrinkles, scars, pigmentation, and other signs of aging. At higher concentrations, TCA can reach deeper layers of the skin, leading to a thorough skin renewal | Skin with acne scars, wrinkles, pigmentation, and other signs of aging. Often used in clinical settings for intensive treatments |
V
Term | Definition | What it does | Suitable for |
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Vitamine C (Ascorbinezuur) | A powerful antioxidant that protects the skin against free radicals and UV damage | Brightens the complexion, stimulates collagen production, and helps reduce pigmentation | All skin types, especially dull skin and skin with pigmentation |
Vitamine E (Tocoferol) | A fat-soluble antioxidant that protects the skin against free radical damage | Deeply hydrates, helps with skin repair, and provides protection against environmental damage | All skin types, especially dry and mature skin |
Z
Term | Definition | What it does | Suitable for |
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Zinkoxide (Zinc Oxide) | A mineral often used in sunscreens | Offers broad-spectrum protection against UV rays, calms the skin, and works anti-inflammatory. Zinc oxide is a physical sunblock that protects the skin without irritating it | All skin types, especially sensitive and acne-prone skin |