Ingredient Dictionary
VP/VA COPOLYMER
Used to stabilize product formulation and create a nice product consistency
EPIGALLOCATECHIN GALLATE
A polyphenol found in tea. This particular compound abbreviated EGCG is the most powerful antioxidant among those extracted from tea (usually green tea). Unfortunately, EGCG is unstable, requires a low pH (below 4) to prevent quick degradation, and does not penetrate the skin very well. This is why the full anti-oxidant effect of EGCG is typically not realized when it is added to topical skincare
CENTAUREA CYANUS FLOWER WATER
Cornflower water. Might have an anti-oxidant effect and can help reduce inflammation in skin. However, it can be irritating on its own
ALPHA-ARBUTIN
Might help reduce hyperpigmentation when used regularly over a long period of time. Is more effective than beta-arbutin
ALCHEMILLA VULGARIS EXTRACT
A plant extract that has astringent properties. In other words, it might be able to interact with keratin in the uppermost layer of the skin to reduce swelling and create a temporal tightening effect. It can be irritating
TOCOPHERYL GLUCOSIDE
Antioxidant that helps stabilize product formulations and, if used in higher concentration, might help neutralize free radicals in skin