Know what goes on your skin.
Real transparency starts with real understanding. Here's a plain-English guide to the actives that make our formulas work.
Niacinamide
What it does
Regulates oil, evens tone, strengthens barrier.
Pairs well with
Hyaluronic Acid, Ceramides
Avoid combining with
High-strength Vitamin C (may reduce potency)
Vitamin C
What it does
Brightens, antioxidant, fades pigmentation.
Pairs well with
Vitamin E, Ferulic Acid, SPF
Avoid combining with
Retinol (use at different times)
Hyaluronic Acid
What it does
Attracts up to 1000x its weight in water.
Pairs well with
Everything - universally friendly
Avoid combining with
Nothing
Salicylic Acid
What it does
Unclogs pores, treats acne, gently exfoliates.
Pairs well with
Niacinamide, Hyaluronic Acid
Avoid combining with
Retinol in the same routine
Azelaic Acid
What it does
Calms redness, evens tone, fights acne.
Pairs well with
Niacinamide, Hyaluronic Acid
Avoid combining with
Combine gently with acids
Ceramides
What it does
Repair and reinforce the skin barrier.
Pairs well with
All hydrators & occlusives
Avoid combining with
Nothing
Alpha Arbutin
What it does
Fades dark spots and pigmentation gently.
Pairs well with
Vitamin C, Niacinamide
Avoid combining with
Nothing significant
Retinaldehyde
What it does
Boosts renewal, smooths lines, evens texture.
Pairs well with
Peptides, Ceramides
Avoid combining with
AHAs/BHAs in the same session
Peptides
What it does
Support collagen, firm and plump skin.
Pairs well with
Ceramides, HA, Niacinamide
Avoid combining with
Very low-pH acids
Panthenol
What it does
Soothes, hydrates, reduces redness.
Pairs well with
Everything
Avoid combining with
Nothing
Zinc PCA
What it does
Controls oil, calms breakouts.
Pairs well with
Niacinamide, Salicylic Acid
Avoid combining with
Nothing
Centella Asiatica
What it does
Anti-inflammatory, soothes reactive skin.
Pairs well with
Ceramides, Panthenol
Avoid combining with
Nothing