KAMPO HERBS
AKAYAJIOU
AKAYAJIOU ROOT
(INCI: Rhemannia chinensis)
A Kampo adaptogenic herb.
Rich in polysaccharides, Akayajiou root extract is a skin-replenishing overachiever. It is considered a Yin tonic with powerful antioxidant benefits. This plant contains vitamins A, B, C, and D.
We use it in our Nourishing Adaptogen Cream.
HATOMUGI
HATOMUGI SEED
(INCI: Coix lacryma-jobi ma-yuen)
A Kampo adaptogenic herb.
If used regularly, Hatomugi seed extract smoothes, refines and tones your skin. The powerhouse herb delivers moisture to prevent dry and rough skin.
We use it in our Nourishing Adaptogen Cream
KIHADA
KIHADA BARK
(INCI: Phellodendron amurense)
This plant helps to clarify skin with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. The bark extracts are rich in berberine, one of the most powerful compounds which has been found to have an anti-aging effect on skin.
We us it in our Skin Refining Gel
MAGUWA
MAGUWA ROOT
This plant is known to calm signs of irritation, even skin tone, and lighten age spots with antioxidant properties.
We use it in our Skin Refining Gel.
MURASAKI
MURASAKI ROOT
(INCI: Lithospermum Erythrorhizon)
Traditionally used in Eastern medicine for anti-inflammatory, anti-viral, wound healing, and blood circulation benefits.
We use it in our Antioxidant Booster Serum.
REISHI
REISHI MUSHROOM
(INCI: Ganoderma lucidum)
With anti-inflammatory, anti-redness, antioxidant benefits, Reishi is known to smooth fine lines and strengthen your skin’s protective barrier.
We use it in our Nourishing Adaptogen Cream.
UKON
UKON
(INCI: Curcuma longa)
Ukon, otherwise known as Japanese turmeric. This root has potassium, vitamin B6, magnesium and vitamin C. With anti-inflammatory and antibacterial benefits, Ukon improves troubled skin. It can also help to reduce redness from blemishes and calm skin conditions like eczema and rosacea.
We use it in our Nourishing Adaptogen Cream.
OTHER SKINCARE HERO INGREDIENTS
Fatty acids, containing Thiamin, Niacin, Vitamin B5 and B6.
RICE BRAN OIL
Highly effective emollient and natural anti-oxidant.
PLANT-BASED SQUALANE
Excellent emollient and skin-replenishing ingredient. Derived from coconut oil.
CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE
Creates a protective barrier on the skin
GLYCERYL STEARATE
Improves the moisture content of the skin
STEARIC ACID
Vitamin E with antioxidant properties - protects the skin