Retinol
A form of vitamin A used in many evening products.
Often introduced slowly; many brands advise sun protection alongside it.
Ingredient Library
What the names on the label mean. General information to help you read labels; every skin is different.
Niacinamide
A form of vitamin B3 found in serums and moisturisers.
Common in routines for oily or uneven-looking skin.
Hyaluronic acid
A humectant: it attracts and holds water.
Used in hydrating serums for most skin types.
Vitamin C
An antioxidant used in many morning serums.
Formulas differ a lot in strength and stability.
Salicylic acid
A BHA exfoliant that works in oil.
Common in products for blemish-prone skin.
Peptides
Short chains of amino acids used in many creams.
Often found in moisturisers and eye creams.
Ceramides
Lipids that also occur naturally in the skin.
Common in creams focused on comfort and the skin barrier.
This is general information, not medical advice. Questions about your skin or health? Ask your GP, a dermatologist or another qualified professional.
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