Vitamin E in Skincare
Vitamin E is a powerful natural antioxidant that helps protect the product formulation and to protect skin from the adverse effects of free radicals.
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As a dermatologist-developed brand, we're passionate about skin health education. Skin Notes is a skincare blog that focuses on skin concerns, efficacious ingredients, new technologies and more.
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High Oleic Oil Blend in Skincare
Our High Oleic Oil Blend is a blend of rice bran oil, cica oil and sunflower oil that provides occlusive barrier protection to help prevent moisture loss.
Vitamin F in Skincare
Vitamin F is a soothing essential fatty acid blend that supports the skin barrier to help calm visible skin irritation and redness.
Zinc PCA in Skincare
Zinc PCA is a zinc salt combined with L-PCA, a natural moisturizing factor (NMF), known to help normalize sebum production as well as delivering beneficial hydration.
Succinic Acid in Skincare
Succinic acid is a type of gentle facial acid that helps visually brighten the skin. It also has soothing and antioxidant benefits. Succinic acid has been compared in it's function to hyaluronic acid.
Organic UV Filters in Skincare
Organic UV Filters, often referred to as chemical filters, are sunscreen actives that contain carbon atoms, hence the "organic" origin. They are divided into UVA and UVB filters depending on the wavelength they absorb.
Microalgae in Skincare
Microalgae rich in β-carotene and astaxanthin to help reduce formation of reactive oxygen species that are known to accelerate photoaging.
Rice Phytomolecules in Skincare
Rice Phytomolecules are antioxidant molecules extracted from black, red, and brown rice that increase the skin's tolerance and defense against oxidative stresss caused by solar radiation and pollution.
Ethyl Ferulate in Skincare
Ethyl Ferulate is a lipophilic derivative of Ferulic Acid that soothes skin while helping to neutralize free radicals.
Polyglutamic Acid in Skincare
Polyglutamic Acid is a non-exfoliating natural moisturizing peptide proven to be a better hydrator than hyaluronic acid and collagen protein as it helps restore skin elasticity, smooth visual wrinkles, and increase production of NMF. This anionic soothing polymer can also help provide skin smoothness and protection against external aggressions.
Osmolytes Blend in Skincare
Osmolytes Blend is a blend of organic compounds that regulate water balance to help provide an immediate moisturizing effect and help support the skin barrier function.
Arnica in Skincare
Arnica is a plant from the daisy family known as an extract to help soothe and calm the skin.
Soothing Molecules in Skincare
A custom advanced molecule blend inspired by nature but with significant soothing benefits that provide beneficial topical redness relief and reduce underlying sensitivities.
Linoleic Acid in Skincare
Linoleic Acid is an essential fatty acid partnered with Linolenic Acid to reference Vitamin F. Known to help retain moisture while supporting a healthy skin barrier.
Linolenic Acid in Skincare
Linolenic Acid is an essential fatty acid partnered with Linoleic Acid to represent Vitamin F. Known to help retain moisture while supporting a healthy skin barrier.
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All skincare blog posts are intended to help educate on specific ingredients and skin care topics. Our articles are written to be informative and informational. They are not indicative of individual performance. Results may vary per applicant. Any reference to a specific patient experience is not a medical suggestion for treatment. Please note that any Prequel products with referenced ingredients are formulated for Cosmetic Use Only and NOT intended as replacements for physician advice and/or pharmaceutical product recommendations.