Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant / Hydrator
Multi-molecular-weight hydration. Surface plumping at high MW; intradermal hydration at low MW. Improves elasticity and visible smoothness.
Used in: Serums, Toners, Eye Creams, Moisturisers
Reference Dossier
Active Ingredients
Natural bioengineered actives, dosed at clinical concentration. Every compound below appears in one or more Nevari formulations with full INCI, CAS registry number, and molecular formula.
Polyglutamic Acid
Superhumectant
Binds 4× the moisture of hyaluronic acid. Forms a breathable film that slows transepidermal water loss.
Used in: Serums, Moisturisers
Glycerin
Humectant
Universal hydrator. Draws atmospheric and dermal moisture into the stratum corneum, improving softness and barrier flexibility.
Used in: Cleansers, Toners, Lotions, Body Washes
D-Panthenol
Humectant / Pro-Vitamin
Provitamin alcohol that converts to pantothenic acid in skin. Improves softness, accelerates barrier repair.
Used in: Toners, Moisturisers, Shampoos
Urea
Keratolytic / Humectant
Endogenous component of natural moisturising factor. Hydrates at low concentration; softens hyperkeratosis at higher dose.
Used in: Moisturisers, Hand Creams, Body Lotions
Sodium PCA
Natural Moisturizing Factor
Sodium salt of pyrrolidone carboxylic acid — a primary component of the skin's intrinsic NMF system. Enhances moisture retention at the corneocyte level.
Used in: Toners, Serums
Niacinamide
Antioxidant / Barrier Support
Amide form of nicotinic acid. Refines pore appearance, evens tone, strengthens the lipid barrier, regulates sebum.
Used in: Toners, Serums, Body Serums, Moisturisers
Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant / Brightener
Stable, water-soluble ascorbic acid precursor. Brightens hyperpigmentation, supports collagen synthesis, neutralises free radicals.
Used in: Serums, Body Serums
L-Ascorbic Acid
Antioxidant / Brightener
Pure vitamin C. Highest-potency antioxidant in topical use; cofactor in collagen biosynthesis; inhibits tyrosinase to fade discolouration.
Used in: High-Potency Serums, Boosters
Tocopherol
Antioxidant / Lipid Stabiliser
Lipid-soluble antioxidant. Quenches peroxyl radicals, stabilises lipid phases in formulation, supports cutaneous healing.
Used in: Serums, Oils, Sunscreens, Lip Care
Ferulic Acid
Antioxidant Synergist
Hydroxycinnamic acid. Stabilises ascorbic acid and tocopherol, doubling their photoprotective performance.
Used in: Antioxidant Serums
Resveratrol
Antioxidant / Longevity
Stilbene polyphenol. Activates sirtuin pathways linked to cellular longevity; neutralises ROS overnight.
Used in: Night Serums, Eye Creams
Epigallocatechin Gallate
Polyphenol Complex
Dominant catechin polyphenol. Inhibits MMP-1 collagen-degrading enzymes, modulates UV-induced inflammation.
Used in: Serums, Toners
Carnosic Acid
Polyphenol Complex / Scalp Active
Phenolic diterpene. Activates follicular microcirculation, scavenges scalp free radicals, supports hair-growth signalling.
Used in: Shampoos, Conditioners
Ginkgolide B
Polyphenol Complex / Microcirculatory
Terpene lactone. Improves capillary flow at the dermal-epidermal junction; supports under-eye drainage and tonic recovery.
Used in: Eye Creams, Concentrates
Retinol
Retinoid / Cell Turnover
Vitamin A alcohol. Converts to retinoic acid in skin; accelerates corneocyte turnover, stimulates fibroblasts, refines texture.
Used in: Night Serums, Eye Creams
Bakuchiol
Biomimetic Retinoid / Meroterpene Complex
Meroterpene functioning as a retinoid biomimetic. Upregulates collagen Types I, III, IV via the same gene pathway as retinoic acid — without retinoid irritation.
Used in: Night Serums
Salicylic Acid
BHA Exfoliant
Lipophilic beta-hydroxy acid. Penetrates sebum to dissolve intrapore debris; anti-inflammatory at low concentration.
Used in: Cleansers, Peels
Glycolic Acid
AHA Exfoliant
Smallest alpha-hydroxy acid. Loosens corneodesmosomes for rapid surface exfoliation, brightening, and improved penetration of follow-on actives.
Used in: Cleansers, Boosters, Peels
Lactic Acid
AHA Exfoliant (Gentle)
Larger-molecule AHA. Slower penetration than glycolic acid; doubles as a humectant via NMF compatibility.
Used in: Peels, Boosters
Mandelic Acid
AHA Exfoliant (Pigment-Safe)
Large-molecule AHA with the slowest penetration profile. Brightens without inflammatory PIH risk; ideal for melanin-rich skin.
Used in: Peels, Brightening Serums
Gluconolactone
PHA Exfoliant
Polyhydroxy acid. Larger molecular structure means surface-level resurfacing with no compromise to barrier integrity. Suitable for daily use on sensitive skin.
Used in: Toners, Gentle Peels
Azelaic Acid
Anti-Inflammatory / Brightener
Dicarboxylic acid. Inhibits tyrosinase to fade post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, normalises follicular keratinisation, anti-inflammatory.
Used in: Boosters, Spot Treatments
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Signal Peptide / Expression-Line
SNAP-25 inhibiting peptide. Attenuates the neurotransmitter signal that drives repetitive expression contraction; visibly softens dynamic lines.
Used in: Firming Serums, Day Creams, Eye Creams
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Signal Peptide / Collagen Activator
Matrikine fragment of collagen Type I. Triggers fibroblast feedback to synthesise new collagen, fibronectin and hyaluronan.
Used in: Firming Serums, Eye Creams
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Signal Peptide / Anti-Glycation
Downregulates interleukin-6 to reduce glycation-driven inflammation. Often paired with Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 in Matrikine-class systems.
Used in: Firming Serums, Eye Creams
Copper Tripeptide-1
Signal Peptide / Wound-Healing
Endogenous copper-binding tripeptide (GHK-Cu). Activates antioxidant defense enzymes; supports glycosaminoglycan synthesis and dermal remodelling.
Used in: Concentrates, Recovery Serums
Ceramide NP
Barrier Repair / Lipid
Native epidermal ceramide. Reconstitutes the intercellular lipid lamellae that constitute approximately 50% of stratum-corneum lipids.
Used in: Serums, Night Creams, Body Lotions
Phytosphingosine
Ceramide Precursor
Sphingoid base precursor to endogenous ceramides. Encourages the skin's own ceramide biosynthesis; antimicrobial against pore-resident bacteria.
Used in: Moisturisers, Eye Creams
Squalane
Emollient / Barrier Lipid
Saturated, oxidatively stable analogue of skin's intrinsic squalene. Reinforces the barrier with a non-comedogenic, weightless lipid film.
Used in: Serums, Oils, Lotions, Conditioners
C20–C22 Wax Ester Complex
Wax Ester / Sebum-Mimetic
Long-chain wax ester profile that closely matches human sebum composition. Balances sebum output without comedogenicity.
Used in: Facial Oils, Conditioners, Night Creams
C16–C18 Triglyceride Complex
Lipid Complex / Occlusive
Stearic / oleic triglyceride matrix. Forms a flexible occlusive layer for intense moisture retention and cold-weather protection.
Used in: Body Lotions, Hand Creams, Lip Care
Tocopherol-Carotenoid Lipid Complex
Lipid Complex / Regenerative
Linoleic / linolenic acid matrix with bound tocopherols and trans-retinoic-acid precursors. Improves discolouration and texture irregularity over time.
Used in: Facial Oils, Night Serums
Tranexamic Acid
Brightener / Pigment Pathway
Lysine analogue. Interrupts the plasmin–prostaglandin axis that drives UV-triggered melanogenesis. Addresses melasma and persistent hyperpigmentation.
Used in: Brightening Serums
Asiaticoside
Triterpene Complex / Soothing
Triterpene saponin. Stimulates fibroblast proliferation and collagen synthesis; calms erythema and supports barrier recovery.
Used in: Serums, Moisturisers, Cleansers
Madecassoside
Triterpene Complex / Anti-Inflammatory
Pentacyclic triterpene. Suppresses TNF-α and other pro-inflammatory cytokines; accelerates re-epithelialisation post-resurfacing.
Used in: Recovery Serums, Post-Procedure Care
Cannabidiol
Phytocannabinoid / Anti-Inflammatory
Non-psychoactive cannabinoid. Modulates the cutaneous endocannabinoid system; reduces neurogenic inflammation, sebum dysregulation, and reactive flushing.
Used in: Cannabinoid Complex Booster, Recovery Serums
Bisabolol
Anti-Inflammatory / Sesquiterpene
Monocyclic sesquiterpene alcohol. Inhibits leukotriene biosynthesis; reduces UV-induced erythema and skin reactivity.
Used in: Sensitive Skin Serums, Moisturisers
Acemannan
Mucopolysaccharide / Soothing
Acetylated mannose polysaccharide. Forms a hydrophilic protective film, soothes thermal stress, supports immune-cell migration during recovery.
Used in: Cleansers, Body Washes, Sunscreens
Beta-Glucan
Immunomodulator / Soothing
Polysaccharide chain. Activates Langerhans cells, supports cutaneous immunity, accelerates barrier recovery post-aggression.
Used in: Recovery Serums, Sensitive-Skin Moisturisers
Allantoin
Skin Protectant / Soothing
Uric-acid derivative. Promotes cellular proliferation and gentle keratolysis; soothes mechanical or chemical irritation.
Used in: Serums, Hand Creams, Boosters
Terpinen-4-ol
Antimicrobial Monoterpenoid
Cyclic monoterpenoid alcohol. Antimicrobial against C. acnes and follicular yeast; refines blemish-prone skin without stripping the barrier.
Used in: Spot Treatments, Clarifying Cleansers
Zinc PCA
Sebum Regulator
Zinc salt of pyrrolidone carboxylic acid. Modulates 5α-reductase activity to normalise sebum output; antimicrobial.
Used in: Toners, Serums
Caffeine
Vasoconstrictor / Stimulant
Methylxanthine alkaloid. Vasoconstricts dilated periorbital capillaries; reduces puffiness and the appearance of dark circles.
Used in: Eye Creams, Concentrates
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Structural Protein
Enzymatically fragmented collagen peptides. Surface humectant and film-former; signals support for fibroblast collagen synthesis.
Used in: Serums, Moisturisers
Hydrolyzed Keratin
Hair Structural Protein
Cysteine-rich protein fragments. Diffuse into damaged cortex sites to restore tensile strength; smooth the cuticle.
Used in: Shampoos, Conditioners
Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide
Microbiome Support
Prebiotic oligosaccharide. Selectively feeds beneficial commensals (S. epidermidis); rebalances dysbiotic skin flora.
Used in: Cleansers, Serums, Moisturisers
Ectoin
Extremolyte / Stress Shield
Cyclic amino-acid derivative biosynthesised by halophilic bacteria. Forms a hydration shell around cellular proteins; defends against UV, pollution, and osmotic stress.
Used in: Sunscreens, Sensitive Skin Products
Betaine
Osmolyte / Hydrator
Zwitterionic osmoprotectant. Equalises cellular osmotic pressure post-cleansing; restores comfort to compromised skin.
Used in: Toners, Cleansers