What's in Skön?

INGREDIENT

 

FUNCTION

Aqua (Water)

Fundamental for cell survival

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter

Anti-aging; Helps skin look younger and smoother; Moisturizes; Soothes

Glycerin (Soybean derived)

Hydrating; helps skin retain moisture

Cyclopentasiloxane (Derived from minerals)

Anti-aging properties; Skin conditioner; Gives silky feeling to skin; Moisturizes by preventing moisture loss

Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate (Oil soluble form of Vitamin C)

Anti-aging due to ability to increase collagen production; Reduces dark spots; Brightens skin; Repairs UV and environmental damage

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (Derived from coconut oil and glycerin)

Increases absorption of product; Helps skin retain moisture

Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil

Strong in antioxidants to protect against UV rays; Aids in prevention of sun damage; Lightens age spots: Moisturizes; Nourishes

Cetyl Alcohol (Derived from coconut or palm oil)

Thickens; Moisturizes

Saccharomyces/Xylinum/Black Tea Ferment

Boosts the energy of skin cells contributing to youthful appearing skin; Increase health of skin; Exfoliates

Butylene Glycol (Organic compound)

Protects against microbes; Increases absorption of active ingredients thereby boosting overall effectiveness; Anti-wrinkle and very hydrating

Glyceryl Stearate SE (Palm kernel or soy derived)

Lubricant; Protects skin from irritation

Stearyl Alcohol (Derived from coconut or vegetable oil)

Thickens; Moisturizes

PEG-100 Stearate (Made by combining palm and coconut oils)

Softens; Moisturizes; Aids in absorption of other ingredients

Gluconolactone (Derived from corn)

Anti-aging; Helps to diminish fine lines and wrinkles; Hydrates; Protects from free radicals and toxins; Smooths and diminishes pore size

Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil

Reduces and helps prevent acne; Anti-inflammatory; Anti-bacterial; Hydrating; Improves skin texture

Nymphaea Caerulea (Blue Lotus) Flower Extract

Intensely hydrates; Increases skin elasticity; Smooths fine lines; Lightens skin

Rhodiola Rosea Root Extract

Powerful antioxidant rich in Vitamin C; Adaptogen which adapts to needs of skin; Protects; Promotes firmness and elasticity

Borago Officinalis Seed Oil (Starflower)

Deeply moisturizes and protects; Beneficial for sensitive skin; Rejuvenates; Gently exfoliates; Soothes and calms

Sodium PCA (Derived from coconuts, grasses and vegetables; Naturally occurring in humans)

Retains skin moisture; Reduces inflammation and irritation

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38

(Peptides are building blocks of the skin)

Peptide; Signals the skin to product collagen

Ergothioneine (Naturally found in humans; Derived from fungi)

Antioxidant which protects skin from DNA damage; Anti-aging by stimulating cells to produce more energy

Sigesbeckia Orientalis Extract (St Paul’s Wort)

Anti-wrinkle due to collagen building properties; Anti-inflammatory

Rabdosia Rubescens Extract

Detoxifies; Maintains collagen; Decreases brown spots; Decreases inflammation

Perfluorodimethylcyclohexane (Derived from carbon minerals)

Anti-wrinkle by increasing oxygen delivery to cells to plump and smooth; Helps heal skin; Anti-inflammatory

Resveratrol Dimethyl Ether (Derived from grapes)

Potent anti-aging; Powerful antioxidant; Anti-inflammatory; Reduces pigmentation

Globularia Cordifolia Callus Culture Extract (Botanical stem cell)

Anti-aging; Increases cell turnover to rejuvenate skin; Enhances skin radiance; Reduces redness; Evens complexion

Perfluorohexane (Derived from carbon minerals)

Anti-wrinkle by increasing oxygen delivery to cells to plump and smooth; Helps heal skin; Anti-inflammatory

Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil

Deeply moisturizes; Protects skin; Rich in vitamins and fatty acids

Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil

Helps repair skin; Antimicrobial; Anti-acne; Reduces appearance of age spots; Moisturizes

Perfluorodecalin (Derived from carbon minerals)

Anti-wrinkle by increasing oxygen delivery to cells to plump and smooth; Helps heal skin; Anti-inflammatory

Perfluoroperhydrophenanthrene (Derived from carbon minerals)

Anti-wrinkle by increasing oxygen delivery to cells to plump and smooth; Helps heal skin; Anti-inflammatory

Hydrogenated Castor Oil (From Castor Beans)

Reduces and helps prevent acne; Anti-inflammatory; Anti-bacterial; Hydrating; Improves skin texture

Teprenone (Derived from plant sources)

Can extend cell lifespan by 1/3; Anti-aging; Plumps skin by increasing moisture retention; Anti-wrinkle; Decreases redness/irritation; Decreases pore size

Jasminum Officinale (Jasmine) Oil

Evens skin tone; Reduces appearance of age spots; Moisturizes; Rejuvenates and Brightens

Vanillin

Skin soothing; Conditioning; Protecting; Smoothing

Citrus Paradisi (White Grapefruit) Peel Oil

Helps to reduce cellulite; Reduces acne; Reduces oily skin; Antiseptic

Pentylene Glycol (Derived from corn cobs)

Keeps formula fresh; Allows other ingredients to be absorbed easily

Hydroxyethylcellulose (Plant derived amino acid from tree trunks)

Thickens and stabilizes formula

Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin (Derived from starch)

Soothes skin; Reduces inflammation and irritation

Xanthan Gum (Cornstarch gum)

Stabilizes and thickens product

Disodium EDTA (Form of salt)

Enhances absorption of other ingredients; Keeps formula fresh

Sodium Benzoate (Naturally occurring in cranberries, other fruits and cinnamon)

Antimicrobial; Preserves formula