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26 ingredients · Antioxidant
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- Ascorbic AcidVitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)AntioxidantThe pure, most researched form of vitamin C. It fights free-radical damage, brightens dull skin and supports collagen, but can tingle at high strengths.
- Ascorbyl GlucosideVitamin C (ascorbyl glucoside)AntioxidantA stable vitamin C derivative that brightens gently.
- AstaxanthinAntioxidantA powerful red antioxidant from algae that helps defend skin against environmental stress.
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- BakuchiolAntioxidantA plant-derived ingredient often used as a gentler alternative to retinol for fine lines and uneven tone.
- BHAButylated hydroxyanisoleAntioxidantAn antioxidant that stops oils going off. Not to be confused with BHA (salicylic acid).
- BHTButylated hydroxytolueneAntioxidantAn antioxidant used in small amounts to stop oils and actives from going off.
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- CaffeineAntioxidantAn antioxidant that can temporarily reduce puffiness and redness.
- Camellia Oleifera Leaf ExtractGreen tea leaf extractAntioxidantA tea leaf extract rich in antioxidants that help calm skin.
- Camellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractGreen tea extractAntioxidantGreen tea extract, rich in antioxidants that protect skin and help calm redness.
- Camellia Sinensis Leaf WaterGreen tea waterAntioxidantA light green tea infusion used as a base for toners and essences, with antioxidant benefits.
- Coffea Arabica Seed ExtractCoffee seed extractAntioxidantA coffee extract rich in antioxidants, often used in eye creams to reduce puffiness.
- Crocus Sativus Flower ExtractSaffron extractAntioxidantA saffron extract used in traditional Indian formulas such as kumkumadi oils. Rich in antioxidants that help skin look brighter.
- Curcuma Longa Root ExtractTurmeric extractAntioxidantA turmeric extract valued in Indian skincare for its antioxidant and calming properties. Can temporarily tint very fair skin yellow at high strengths.
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- Tetrahexyldecyl AscorbateVitamin C (THD ascorbate)AntioxidantAn oil-soluble form of vitamin C that is stable and gentle.
- TocopherolVitamin EAntioxidantAn antioxidant that protects skin and the formula, and works well with vitamin C.
- Tocopheryl AcetateVitamin E acetateAntioxidantA stable form of vitamin E that moisturises and gives antioxidant protection.
- Tocopheryl LinoleateVitamin E linoleateAntioxidantA form of vitamin E combined with a fatty acid, which moisturises and protects.