What's inside, in plain words.

Glossary

• Allantoin

  Soother

  A soothing ingredient often made in a lab to match the one found in comfrey. It helps rough, dry skin feel smoother.

  Good to know: Very gentle. Rarely a cause of irritation.

  Found in: Calm Water Cleanser

• Beta-glucan Also listed as: Oat beta-glucan

  Hydrator

  A sugar taken from oats. It holds water on the skin and feels soothing on tight, dry skin.

  Good to know: Light and non-sticky, so it layers well under anything.

  Found in: Salt Air Essence

• Bisabolol

  Soother

  A calming ingredient first found in chamomile. Used in small amounts to help reactive skin feel settled.

  Good to know: People allergic to chamomile or daisy-family plants should patch test with extra care.

  Found in: Wind Barrier Balm

• Candelilla wax

  Emollient

  A wax from the leaves of a desert shrub. It forms a light film that slows water loss and blocks wind.

  Good to know: A plant alternative to beeswax and petrolatum. Can feel heavy on oily skin, so use it only where you need it.

  Found in: Wind Barrier Balm

• Ceramides Also listed as: Ceramide NP, ceramide AP

  Barrier lipid

  Fats that sit between skin cells and help hold water in. We pair them with cholesterol and fatty acids, the other two parts of skin's own mix.

  Good to know: They work best as a team. A big ceramide number on its own matters less than the balance.

  Found in: Fog CreamLong Night Cream

• Coco-glucoside

  Cleanser

  A mild cleansing ingredient made from coconut and sugar. It lifts oil and sunscreen without a harsh squeak.

  Good to know: Low foam is normal. Foam does not mean cleaner.

  Found in: Calm Water Cleanser

• Colloidal oat Also listed as: Avena sativa kernel flour

  Soother

  Oats ground to a very fine powder. It soothes dry, itchy-feeling skin and helps protect it.

  Good to know: A long-trusted ingredient for dry skin. People with an oat allergy should avoid it.

  Found in: Long Night CreamClay Body Bars, set of three

• Glycerin

  Hydrator

  One of the most studied moisturizing ingredients. It pulls water into the top layer of skin.

  Good to know: Cheap, simple and very effective. You will find it in most of our products.

  Found in: Calm Water CleanserDeep Drink SerumClear Day SerumFog CreamDaily Mineral SPF 30Body Pair: Wash + Lotion

• Hyaluronic acid Also listed as: Sodium hyaluronate

  Hydrator

  A molecule that holds water. We use two sizes so it holds water at the surface and just below it.

  Good to know: Apply on damp skin and seal with a moisturizer, especially in very dry air.

  Found in: Deep Drink Serum

• Jojoba oil Also listed as: Simmondsia chinensis seed oil

  Emollient

  Technically a liquid wax, not an oil. It feels light and is close to the oil skin makes itself.

  Good to know: Stable on the shelf. Suits most skin types in small amounts.

  Found in: Still Water Face Oil

• Kaolin and green clay Also listed as: Kaolin, illite

  Clay

  Soft natural clays that soak up oil. Pink clay is kaolin coloured with iron oxides. Green clay is illite.

  Good to know: In our range, only in the body bars. Clay can feel drying if used every day on dry skin.

  Found in: Clay Body Bars, set of three

• Kelp extract Also listed as: Laminaria digitata extract

  Hydrator

  An extract from a North Atlantic seaweed. It adds slip and a little moisture to watery formulas.

  Good to know: A supporting player, not a hero. We list it because it is on the label.

  Found in: Salt Air Essence

• Niacinamide Also listed as: Vitamin B3

  Oil balance

  A form of vitamin B3. It helps with the look of shine, pores and uneven tone, and supports the skin barrier.

  Good to know: Most studies use 2% to 5%. Higher is not always better: some people get a warm flush, so patch test first.

  Found in: Clear Day Serum

• Panthenol Also listed as: Pro-vitamin B5

  Hydrator

  Turns into vitamin B5 in the skin. It helps skin hold water and feel calm.

  Good to know: Gentle enough for nearly everyone.

  Found in: Calm Water CleanserDeep Drink SerumBody Pair: Wash + Lotion

• Shea butter Also listed as: Butyrospermum parkii butter

  Emollient

  A rich butter from the nut of the shea tree. It softens dry skin and slows water loss.

  Good to know: Rich. If you are prone to clogged pores, keep it to the night cream or the body.

  Found in: Long Night CreamWind Barrier BalmBody Pair: Wash + Lotion

• Sodium PCA

  Hydrator

  Part of the natural moisturizing factor skin makes on its own. It helps the surface hold water.

  Good to know: Feels like nothing on the skin. That is the point.

  Found in: Salt Air Essence

• Squalane

  Emollient

  A stable, light oil similar to one skin produces. Ours comes from plants, not sharks.

  Good to know: Non-greasy and suits most skin types.

  Found in: Fog CreamLong Night CreamStill Water Face Oil

• Tocopherol Also listed as: Vitamin E

  Antioxidant

  Vitamin E. It protects oils in a formula from going off and adds a little antioxidant support.

  Good to know: Used here in small amounts, mainly to keep formulas fresh.

  Found in: Still Water Face OilDaily Mineral SPF 30

• Zinc oxide

  UV filter

  A mineral sunscreen filter that protects against both UVA and UVB light.

  Good to know: Can leave a slight white cast. Reapply at least every 2 hours outdoors.

  Found in: Daily Mineral SPF 30

• Zinc PCA

  Oil balance

  Zinc bound to PCA. It helps balance oil through the day.

  Good to know: Pairs well with niacinamide.

  Found in: Clear Day Serum