Facial Ritual - Hydration Serum

Deep hydration, calm restoration, and microbiome-balanced care in one lightweight, fast-absorbing serum.

WHY THIS FORMULA EXCELS 

• Multi-layer hydration system: Glycerin + hyaluronic acid deliver both immediate and sustained moisture
• Barrier repair synergy: Panthenol + aloe actively support skin recovery and resilience
• Microbiome-conscious preservation: Radish ferment protects without disrupting skin balance
• Optimized delivery system: Water-based matrix enhances penetration and performance of actives

INGREDIENTS - KEY COMPONENTS - BENEFITS - SCIENTIFIC RATIONAL - REFERENCES

1.      Aloe Vera Juice

INCI: Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice

Key Components:

• Polysaccharides (acemannan)
• Vitamins (A, C, E)
• Amino acids
• Phenolic compounds

Functional Role:

• Primary soothing base
• Bioactive hydration support

Skin Benefits:

• Calms irritation and reduces erythema
• Promotes wound healing and skin regeneration
• Provides light hydration and anti-inflammatory effects

Scientific Rationale:
Aloe polysaccharides stimulate fibroblast activity and collagen synthesis while modulating inflammatory pathways.

2. Aqua (Water)

INCI: Aqua

Key Components:

• Purified water (H₂O)

Functional Role:

• Solvent and delivery medium

Skin Benefits:

• Enhances penetration of hydrophilic actives
• Supports hydration when combined with humectants

Scientific Rationale:
Acts as the carrier phase, improving diffusion of active compounds into the stratum corneum.

3. Vegetable Glycerin

INCI: Glycerin

Key Components:

• Trihydric alcohol (glycerol)

Functional Role:

• Primary humectant

Skin Benefits:

• Draws moisture into the skin
• Improves barrier function
• Reduces dryness and scaling

Scientific Rationale:
Glycerin increases stratum corneum hydration and facilitates aquaporin-3 activity, enhancing water transport.

4. Hyaluronic Acid

INCI: Sodium Hyaluronate

Key Components:

• Glycosaminoglycan (glucuronic acid + N-acetylglucosamine)

Functional Role:

• Advanced humectant and moisture reservoir

Skin Benefits:

• Deep and surface hydration
• Improves elasticity and smoothness
• Reduces appearance of fine lines

Scientific Rationale:
Forms a viscoelastic film and binds significant water, supporting extracellular matrix hydration and skin integrity.

5. Panthenol (Provitamin B5)

INCI: Panthenol

Key Components:

• Alcohol analog of pantothenic acid

Functional Role:

• Barrier repair agent and conditioning humectant

Skin Benefits:

• Enhances skin barrier recovery
• Reduces irritation and redness
• Improves softness and elasticity

Scientific Rationale:
Converted to pantothenic acid in skin, supporting lipid synthesis and epithelial repair processes.

6. Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate

INCI: Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate

Key Components:

• Antimicrobial peptides
• Organic acids
• Fermentation-derived metabolites

Functional Role:

• Natural preservative system
• Microbiome-supportive postbiotic

Skin Benefits:

• Helps inhibit harmful microbial growth
• Supports balanced skin microbiota
• Provides mild conditioning and soothing effects

Scientific Rationale:
Fermentation-derived peptides exhibit antimicrobial activity while maintaining low irritation potential and supporting skin ecosystem balance.

REFERENCES

1. Surjushe, A., Vasani, R., & Saple, D. G. (2008). Aloe vera: A short review. Indian Journal of Dermatology, 53(4), 163–166.
2. Reynolds, T., & Dweck, A. C. (1999). Aloe vera leaf gel: A review update. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 68(1–3), 3–37.
3. Fluhr, J. W., et al. (2008). Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functions. British Journal of Dermatology, 159(1), 23–34.
4. Pavicic, T., et al. (2011). Efficacy of topical hyaluronic acid in skin hydration and elasticity. Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 10(9), 990–1000.
5. Papakonstantinou, E., Roth, M., & Karakiulakis, G. (2012). Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin aging. Dermato-Endocrinology, 4(3), 253–258.
6. Ebner, F., Heller, A., Rippke, F., & Tausch, I. (2002). Topical use of dexpanthenol in skin disorders. American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 3(6), 427–433.
7. Proksch, E., et al. (2017). The skin: an indispensable barrier. Experimental Dermatology, 26(6), 551–557.
8. Ziemlewska, A., et al. (2024). Antimicrobial properties of radish root ferment filtrate. International Journal of Cosmetic Science.
9. Juliano, C., et al. (2024). Radish root ferment filtrate as a cosmetic preservative. Applied Sciences, 14(17), 7761.
10. Rusic, D., et al. (2024). Cosmetic formulations with postbiotics and hyaluronic acid. PMC.

This information describes traditional use and published research and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease.