Hydro-Softening Lotion

A brightening active particularly effective on stubborn pigmentation.

A licorice-root-derived salt that calms inflammation and soothes irritated, reactive skin.

A silk-derived protein extract that hydrates and imparts a smooth, conditioned feel.

A hydrolysate of conchiolin, the structural protein from pearl/nacre (Pinctada spp.). Used in luxury Japanese skincare for its moisturising, conditioning, and film-forming properties.

An amino acid found naturally in green tea leaves that calms skin sensitivity and reduces inflammatory responses. Used in d program and other Japanese formulations targeting reactive or allergy-prone skin.

A Japanese angelica root extract that soothes skin and offers antioxidant support.

An extract from perilla (shiso) leaves in the mint family, rich in rosmarinic acid and flavonoids, used in K-beauty for antioxidant and soothing benefits.

A gold-standard humectant that draws water into the skin.

A mid-chain polyethylene glycol used as a humectant and solvent in skincare. PEG-30 is water-soluble and helps retain moisture while improving product texture.

A sugar-based humectant that holds water and helps skin resist dehydration stress.

A methyl glucose ether modified with 20 ethylene oxide units. Functions as a water-soluble humectant and emollient. Provides a silky skin feel in toners and essences.

A small sugar alcohol that acts as a humectant, drawing water into the skin.

The salt form of hyaluronic acid; penetrates more readily.

An AHA most often used in small amounts to adjust pH.

A high-molecular-weight polysaccharide extracted from Tremella fuciformis (snow mushroom), often marketed as a natural alternative to hyaluronic acid due to its exceptional water-binding capacity and film-forming properties.

A plant-derived sugar alcohol that hydrates skin and supports its moisture barrier.

A naturally occurring amino acid that functions as a humectant and is a component of the skin's natural moisturizing factor.

The simplest amino acid, used as a humectant that supports the skin's natural moisturizing factor.

A stable, gentle vitamin C derivative that brightens and provides antioxidant support.

A skullcap root extract rich in baicalin flavonoids with potent antioxidant and soothing action.

The aqueous distillate (hydrosol) of rosemary leaves. Contains water-soluble antioxidant phytochemicals including rosmarinic acid. Milder than rosemary essential oil but retains conditioning and antioxidant benefits.

An acetylated form of sodium hyaluronate with enhanced surface-binding properties that provides long-lasting, film-forming hydration.

Extract from the leaves of Prunus serrulata (Japanese cherry, Sakura), a culturally significant tree in Japan. Contains sakuranetol, coumarin derivatives, and antioxidant polyphenols. Used for its antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties.

A simple monosaccharide sugar used in cosmetics as a humectant to attract and retain moisture in the skin.