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Find out what the ingredients in our skincare and nutrient formulas are and how they're commonly used. Search by name or filter by department.

Skincare Acai oilEuterpe oleracea fruit oilA nourishing oil from the acai berry, rich in fatty acids and antioxidants. Skincare Acetyl hexapeptide-8ArgirelineA peptide used in cosmetic skincare that targets the look of expression lines. Skincare AllantoinA soothing and softening ingredient originally found in the comfrey plant. Skincare Aloe veraAloe barbadensis leaf juiceA cooling plant extract used to soothe and hydrate the skin. Skincare Alpha arbutinA brightening ingredient originally found in the bearberry plant. Nutrients Alpha lipoic acidAn antioxidant made naturally by the body that is involved in energy metabolism. Skincare Aluminium oxide crystalsAlumina, microdermabrasion crystalsFine mineral crystals used for physical exfoliation. Skincare Ascorbyl glucosideVitamin CA stable, water-soluble form of vitamin C. It converts to ascorbic acid in the skin and is gentler and long... Skincare Avocado oilPersea gratissima oilA rich fruit oil that nourishes dry skin. Skincare BakuchiolA plant-based ingredient from the babchi plant, often chosen as a gentler alternative to retinol. Skincare Beta glucanOat beta glucanA soothing, hydrating polysaccharide, often sourced from oats or yeast. Nutrients BiotinVitamin B7A B vitamin involved in the metabolism of fats, carbohydrates and protein. Skincare BisabololA soothing ingredient found in chamomile. Skincare Buriti oilMauritia flexuosa fruit oilAn oil from the fruit of the Amazonian buriti palm, naturally rich in carotenoids. Nutrients CalciumCarbonate and citrateAn essential mineral for strong bones and teeth, also involved in muscle and nerve function. Skincare CeramidesLipids that make up much of the skin's outer barrier. Skincare ChamomileChamomilla recutita extractA calming botanical extract used for sensitive skin. Skincare Citric acidAlpha hydroxy acid (AHA)A fruit acid used to gently exfoliate and to balance a product's pH. Skincare Citronella oilCymbopogon nardus oilAn essential oil from citronella grass, best known for helping keep insects away. Nutrients Coenzyme Q10CoQ10, ubiquinoneA compound made naturally by the body that is involved in energy production in cells and acts as an antioxi... Skincare Cucumber extractCucumis sativus fruit extractA cooling, refreshing botanical extract. Skincare Eucalyptus oilEucalyptus globulus oilAn Australian essential oil with a fresh, clearing aroma. Skincare Ferulic acidA plant antioxidant that helps stabilise vitamins C and E in skincare. Nutrients FolateFolinic acid, 5-MTHF, folic acidA B vitamin involved in cell division and red blood cell formation. Active forms such as 5-MTHF and folinic... Nutrients GlycineAn amino acid that is a building block of collagen and glutathione. Skincare Glycolic acidAlpha hydroxy acid (AHA)The smallest alpha hydroxy acid, originally from sugar cane. Use daily sunscreen with any AHA. Skincare Hemp seed oilCannabis sativa seed oilA cold-pressed seed oil rich in omega 3 and 6 fatty acids. Skincare Hyaluronic acidSodium hyaluronateA moisture-binding molecule found naturally in the skin. We use both high and low molecular weight forms, w... Nutrients InositolMyo-inositolA vitamin-like compound involved in cell signalling in the body. Nutrients IronFerrous gluconateAn essential mineral needed to make haemoglobin, which carries oxygen in the blood. Only take iron if a hea... Skincare Jojoba oilSimmondsia chinensis seed oilA liquid plant wax that closely resembles the skin's own oils. Skincare Kakadu plum extractTerminalia ferdinandianaAn Australian native fruit known for its naturally high vitamin C content. Skincare Kojic acidA brightening ingredient produced during the fermentation of rice and other foods. Skincare Kunzea oilKunzea ambigua oilAn Australian native essential oil with a clean, spicy, woody aroma. Skincare L-ascorbic acidPure vitamin C (topical)The pure form of vitamin C used in skincare for brightening and antioxidant protection. Use daily sunscreen. Nutrients L-carnitineAcetyl-L-carnitineA compound that helps transport fatty acids into cells to be used for energy. Nutrients L-theanineAn amino acid found naturally in tea leaves. Skincare Lactic acidAlpha hydroxy acid (AHA)A gentle alpha hydroxy acid that exfoliates while helping the skin hold moisture. Use daily sunscreen with ... Skincare Lemongrass oilCymbopogon flexuosus oilA fresh, citrusy essential oil with purifying properties. Skincare Liquorice root extractGlycyrrhiza glabra root extractA botanical extract used to brighten and calm the skin. Nutrients MagnesiumGlycinate, citrate, oxide and other formsAn essential mineral involved in hundreds of processes in the body, including muscle and nerve function and... Skincare Mandelic acidAlpha hydroxy acid (AHA)An alpha hydroxy acid from bitter almonds. Its larger molecule works more slowly, so it's often chosen for ... Skincare Marine collagenHydrolysed collagenCollagen from marine sources. On the skin it acts as a humectant, forming a light film that holds in moisture. Skincare Matrixyl 3000Palmitoyl tripeptide-1 and palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7A peptide complex widely used in anti-ageing skincare. Skincare NiacinamideVitamin B3A form of vitamin B3 that suits most skin types, including sensitive skin. Skincare PanthenolPro-vitamin B5A pro-vitamin of B5 that attracts and holds moisture in the skin. Skincare Papaya enzymePapainA fruit enzyme that gently dissolves dead skin cells. Skincare Plant stem cell extractsPlant cell culture extractsExtracts grown from plant cell cultures, such as orange and orchid, which are rich in antioxidants. Skincare Polyglutamic acidPGAA water-binding ingredient that forms a breathable film to hold hydration in the skin. Skincare Pumpkin enzymeFruit enzymeA natural fruit enzyme that helps break down dead skin cells on the surface. Skincare Quandong extractDesert peachAn Australian native fruit used in skincare for its antioxidant content. Nutrients QuercetinQuercetin dihydrateA plant flavonoid found in foods such as onions, apples and capers. Skincare ResveratrolA plant antioxidant found in grapes and berries. Skincare RetinolVitamin AA form of vitamin A used in cosmetic skincare to encourage skin renewal. It's best introduced slowly and us... Skincare Retinyl palmitateVitamin A palmitateA gentle form of vitamin A, often chosen for sensitive skin or for people new to vitamin A. Skincare Rosehip oilRosa eglanteria seed oilA light seed oil rich in essential fatty acids. Nutrients SeleniumAn essential trace mineral that is part of the body's antioxidant enzymes and is involved in thyroid function. Skincare Shea butterButyrospermum parkii butterA rich plant butter that softens and protects dry skin. Skincare Silk peptidesSilk amino acidsProteins from silk that leave the skin feeling smooth and soft. Skincare Snail secretion filtrateSnail mucinA naturally occurring secretion rich in glycoproteins and hyaluronic acid. Skincare SqualaneA stable, lightweight oil that is very similar to the skin's own natural oils. Nutrients TaurineAn amino acid involved in bile production and in heart and nerve function. Skincare Tea tree oilMelaleuca alternifolia leaf oilAn Australian essential oil known for its purifying properties. Skincare Vitamin E (topical)TocopherolAn antioxidant oil that conditions the skin and protects other oils in a formula from oxidising. Skincare Trifluoroacetyl tripeptide-2Progeline™A biomimetic peptide used in anti-ageing skincare to target the look of wrinkles and loss of firmness. Skincare UreaCarbamideA natural moisturising factor found in the skin that draws in water and softens rough, dry skin. Nutrients Vitamin B12Methylcobalamin, hydroxocobalamin, cyanocobalaminA B vitamin involved in red blood cell formation and nervous system function. We can make it in several forms. Nutrients Vitamin B6Pyridoxine, pyridoxal-5-phosphate (P5P)A B vitamin involved in protein metabolism and the production of neurotransmitters. P5P is its active form. Nutrients Vitamin CAscorbic acidA water-soluble vitamin and antioxidant involved in collagen formation and immune function. Nutrients Vitamin D3CholecalciferolA fat-soluble vitamin involved in calcium absorption and bone health. Nutrients Vitamin EMixed tocopherolsA fat-soluble vitamin that acts as an antioxidant in the body. Nutrients Vitamin K2MK-7A fat-soluble vitamin involved in directing calcium to the bones. Skincare Witch hazelHamamelis virginianaA plant extract used to tone and refresh the skin. Nutrients ZincPicolinate, gluconate, citrate and sulphateAn essential trace mineral involved in immune function, skin health and wound healing. Skincare Zinc oxideA mineral used in skincare to soothe and protect the skin.

This library covers cosmetic and nutritional ingredients. Some of the medicines we compound are prescription-only, so we can't list them here; your prescriber or our pharmacists can talk you through them.

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