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Adansonia Digitata Seed Extract
An extract from the seed of the baobab tree, our exclusive concentrated form of Adansonia Digitata is a key anti-aging ingredient in our new Advanced Night Repair. Naturally Derived*
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Algae Extract
We use several types of algae extracts, some of which are exclusive to EL, and are effective anti-irritants to calm and soothe skin. Others have brightening benefits including boosting radiance and evenness of tone. Natural*
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Apricot Kernel Oil
An oil pressed from the kernels of the Apricot fruit. Composed of fatty acids, it helps provide nourishing and shine properties. Natural*
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Ascorbyl Glucoside
A stable form of Vitamin C that is a powerful anti-oxidant that also brightens and evens skin tone. Naturally Derived*
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Bifida Ferment Lysate
Ferment that promotes natural skin repair and skin strengthening. Naturally Derived*
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Butylene Glycol
A conditioning agent that pulls moisture from the air to help skin maintain its natural hydration. Synthetic
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Butyros-
permum Parkii (Shea Butter)
A butter extracted
from the fruit of the Shea Tree, known for its deeply conditioning and moisturizing benefits. Natural*
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Caffeine
A multi-purpose anti-oxidant and anti-irritant. Synthetic
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Camelina Sativa Seed Oil
An oil derived from the Camelina Sativa plant with nourishing and soothing properties. Natural*
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Cholesterol
A naturally occurring molecule that acts as a nourishing agent to help deliver moisturizing and soothing properties. Natural*
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Cyclo- pentasiloxane
A silicone that provides a smooth feel, helping to evenly distribute cosmetic actives and pigments for easier application. Synthetic
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Glycerin
A humectant that traps and holds water from the surrounding environment, enabling skin to retain moisture. Naturally Derived*
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Glyceryl Stearate
A conditioning agent that helps deliver moisturizing and nourishing properties. Naturally Derived*
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Hydrolyzed Algin
Derived from brown algae, hydrolyzed algin helps promote skin's natural cellular purification process. Natural*
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Hydrolyzed Yeast Protein
Supports a "longevity" protein naturally found within skin to help skin look and act younger for longer. Naturally Derived*
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Hydroxyethyl Urea
A humectant that hydrates and helps skin maintain its moisture balance. Synthetic
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Hylocereus Undatus Fruit Extract
Also known as Pitaya or Dragon Fruit, this extract aids in skin barrier protection and hydration. Natural*
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Laminaria Digitata Extract
A potent form of sea kelp that helps build collagen and elastin. Natural*/p>
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Molasses Extract
Our proprietary ingredient made from our exclusive fermentation process that starts with sugar cane that helps brighten and even skin tone. Natural*
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Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract
An extract** from the Moringa Oleifera plant, which is often called the "miracle tree." Our exclusive Moringa Oleifera Seed Extract helps to "unlock" anti-aging activity in the skin and also provides anti-oxidant and anti-irritant benefits. Natural*
**patented extraction process
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Narcissus Tazetta Bulb Extract
An extract made from a specific type of daffodil bulb that supports a longevity protein naturally found within skin, helping it look and act younger for longer. Natural*
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Oleic Acid
Also known as Omega-9, this fatty acid helps nourish the skin. Naturally Derived*
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Opuntia Tuna Extract
A plant extract from the Prickly Pear Cactus that helps to strengthen skin's moisture barrier. Natural*
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Orzya Sativa (Rice) Lees Extract
An extract of the sake fermentation process that promotes skin brightening and clarity. Naturally Derived*
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Palmitic Acid
A fatty acid derived from palm that helps nourish the skin. Naturally Derived*
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PEG-8
PEG-8 has excellent water binding ability, making it a great humectant for skin. It also serves as a transporter of key skin loving ingredients. Synthetic
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Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
A liquid polymer that helps achieve long wear that feels comfortable and flexible. Naturally Derived*
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Propanediol
A plant derived sugar that helps soften, smooth, and hydrate the skin while enhancing the absorption of other ingredients. Naturally Derived*
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Prunes Lannesiana Flower Extract
An extract from the Japanese double-flowered cherry blossom that helps to promote skin brightening and clarity. Natural*
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Resveratrol
Ingredient with anti-aging, anti-oxidant and anti-irritant activity. Natural*
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Salicylic Acid
Provides mild exfoliation. Often used to smooth and refine texture and to help unclog pores. Synthetic
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Siegesbeckia Orientals Extract
Siegesbeckia Orientalis, AKA St. Paul's Wort, an herb that helps prevent collagen breakdown. Natural*
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Sodium Hyaluronate
AKA Hyaluronic Acid, a ferment that is a powerful moisture magnet. Naturally Derived*
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Tocopherol Acetate (Vitamin E)
A form of Vitamin E that acts as a powerful anti-oxidant, helping to defend against free-radical damage. Synthetic
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Trehalose
A plant derived sugar with hydrating properties that acts as a moisture magnet for skin. Natural*
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Trimethyl- siloxysilicate
A powder polymer that helps achieve comfortable and flexible long wear. Synthetic
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Tripeptide-32
Our exclusive peptide that promotes the natural synchronization of skin's natural day/night (circadian) rhythm, in which skin protects itself by day and repairs itself by night. Synthetic
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Tuber Melanosporum Extract
Also known as the highly-coveted Black Diamond Truffle, our exclusive, potent energy-infusing extract that helps stimulate skin's visible vitality. Naturally Derived*
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Whey Protein
A form of protein derived from milk that helps to build collagen. Naturally Derived*
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Yeast Extract
Yeast extract is a commonly known class of ingredients. There are several types of yeast extracts, some of which help brighten and even skin tone. In addition, our ANR formula uses a specific yeast extract that helps optimize skin's natural nightly repair cycle. Naturally Derived*
*Per the ISO standard. From plants, non-petroleum minerals or water.