Ingredient Dictionary

POTASSIUM AZELOYL DIGLYCINATE

A derivative of azelaic acid. It is obtained by reacting the chloride of azelaic acid with two molecules of glycine (an amino acid) and potassium hydroxide. It is less studied than azelaic acid, but the available research suggests that it also can be effective in reducing skin redness, hyperpigmentation and blemishes. There are claims that it is more bio-available and more effective than azelaic acid, but no comparison study is available. Potassium azeloyl diglycinate is better soluble in water compared with azelaic acid. Because of this property, products with potassium azeloyl digclycinate can have a nicer texture

CAMELLIA JAPONICA FLOWER EXTRACT

A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin

PADINA PAVONICA THALLUS EXTRACT

Might help to soften the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed to have anti-oxidant properties, but evidence in missing

PHENYLETHYL RESORCINOL

Might help reduce hyperpigmentation in skin and help neutralize free radicals