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Azulene, an aromatic organic compound, stands as an isomer of naphthalene, with a distinct characteristic – it is dark blue in colour, unlike the colourless naphthalene. […]

Sorbic acid, also known as 2,4-hexadienoic acid, is a straight-chained monocarboxylic acid. It was first isolated by German chemist A. W. Hoffmann in 1859 through the […]

Allantoin, also known as aluminum dihydroxy allantoinate, is an extract derived from Symphytum. These species are better known by their common name, comfrey. Comfrey is found throughout entire […]

Licorice extract is derived from a plant called Glycyrrhiza glabra, which is known as one of the ancient herbal remedies. In skincare products, the active ingredient […]

Phytic acid, also known as phytate, is a natural antioxidant derived from linseeds, sunflower seeds, and sesame seeds. It is classified as a milder Alpha-Hydroxy Acid […]

Niacinamide (also known as nicotinamide) is the water-soluble, active form of Vitamin B3. This active ingredient has been incorporated in many cosmetic and topical agents (e.g. […]

Azelaic acid is a natural ingredient that is produced by yeast, Malassezia furfur, that lives on normal and healthy skin. Also, it can be found in […]

Hyaluronic acid is a natural component found in the skin’s support tissue: between collagen and elastin fibres. Its main task is to keep skin hydrated.  Generally, due […]

Melasma is a chronic skin condition which refers to blotchy, and brownish facial pigmentation. It affects more women than men (only 1 in 4 affected individuals […]