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[Urban Skin/Polution Damage + Environmental Stress]

Focus on antioxidant defence, barrier reinforcement, and detox support to minimise damage and improve resilience. The goal is not isolation from the environment, but strengthening skin's ability to function optimally despite it.

[Ingredients that address Urban Skin/Polution Damage + Environmental Stress]

Ectoin

Ectoin is a powerful bio-protective molecule known as an extremolyte, originally discovered in microorganisms that survive extreme environments. In skincare, it works by stabilising cell membranes and protecting skin from environmental stressors such as pollution, UV radiation and blue light exposure.

Beyond protection, Ectoin significantly improves hydration by reducing transepidermal water loss and supporting long-term barrier resilience. It is especially valuable for sensitive, urban-exposed or dehydrated skin, helping maintain comfort, elasticity and skin health throughout the day.

Green Tea Extract & Seaweed Extract

Green Tea Extract is rich in polyphenols and EGCG, powerful antioxidants that help neutralise free radicals caused by UV exposure and pollution. It is known for its calming, anti-inflammatory properties, making it ideal for reducing redness and supporting sensitive or stressed skin.

Seaweed Extract complements this by delivering a concentrated source of marine minerals, amino acids and polysaccharides. It helps hydrate, strengthen the skin barrier and improve elasticity while supporting detoxification. Together, these extracts energise dull skin and reinforce long-term skin resilience.

White Tea Extract

White Tea Extract is one of the most powerful antioxidant botanicals available, containing high levels of catechins that help protect the skin from oxidative stress. It plays a key role in preserving collagen and elastin, helping to maintain firmness and slow visible signs of ageing.

Gentle yet highly effective, White Tea also supports calm, balanced skin and helps reduce the impact of environmental aggressors. It’s particularly beneficial for skin exposed to urban pollution, UV stress or early ageing concerns.

Vitamin C (Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate & MAP)

This advanced Vitamin C complex combines oil-soluble Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate with water-soluble Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (MAP) to deliver powerful brightening benefits with minimal irritation. Together, they help even skin tone, reduce pigmentation and boost radiance.

Vitamin C also plays a vital role in collagen synthesis and antioxidant defence, protecting skin from environmental damage while improving firmness and clarity over time.

Dimethyl Isosorbide

Dimethyl Isosorbide (DMI) is a clinically trusted penetration enhancer used to improve the delivery of active ingredients into the skin. Rather than acting on the skin itself, it increases the bioavailability of key actives such as vitamin C, peptides and antioxidants.

By improving absorption and stability, DMI ensures that ingredients perform as intended, maximising visible results. It allows formulas to work more efficiently while remaining gentle and well tolerated.

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