Ingredient library

An extract from the root of Rhodiola rosea (arctic rose), an adaptogenic plant whose key compounds rosavins and salidroside provide antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and skin-protective benefits.

An extract from the berries of Rhodomyrtus tomentosa (downy rose myrtle), a tropical plant rich in myricetin, quercetin, and other polyphenolic antioxidants. Used in serums for antioxidant protection.

An extract from the galls formed on Rhus semialata (Chinese sumac) by aphid infestation, exceptionally rich in tannins and gallic acid, used for its astringent, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties.

Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant) Leaf Extract is derived from the leaves of the black currant shrub. Distinct from the more commonly used black currant seed oil and berry extract, the leaf extract is particularly rich in quercetin, myricetin, rutin, and caffeic acid derivatives with potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity. Used in Korean vitamin C ampoules and antioxidant serums as a polyphenol-rich botanical active.

Extract from the fruit of Ribes nigrum (blackcurrant). Rich in anthocyanins, vitamin C, and flavonoids with potent antioxidant activity.

Extract from rice bran (the outer layer of the rice grain). Rich in ferulic acid, oryzanol (a mixture of phytosterol ferulates), tocotrienols, and ceramide precursors. A core Japanese beauty ingredient with antioxidant and mild brightening properties.

Rice-derived extracts and ferments (incl. rice bran), valued in J-beauty for brightening and softening.

A fermented-rice filtrate rich in amino acids and antioxidants that brightens and softens skin.

An extract from the fruit (hips) of the dog rose rich in vitamin C, carotenoids and polyphenols, used for antioxidant and brightening benefits.

An extract from the seeds of the dog rose (Rosa canina), distinct from the expressed seed oil and the fruit extract, providing antioxidant and soothing benefits.

Rosa Hybrid Flower Extract is derived from cultivated hybrid rose flowers (Rosa hybrida), the modern garden roses developed by hybridization. The extract contains flavonoids (quercetin, kaempferol), phenolic acids (gallic acid, ellagic acid), polyphenolic tannins, and carotenoids with antioxidant and mild anti-inflammatory activity. Used as a premium botanical in cleansing, toning, and brightening formulas.

An extract from the fruit of Rosa roxburghii (Roxburgh rose / chestnut rose), one of the highest natural sources of vitamin C, used in cosmetics for its outstanding antioxidant and brightening properties.

The aqueous distillate (hydrosol) of rosemary leaves. Contains water-soluble antioxidant phytochemicals including rosmarinic acid. Milder than rosemary essential oil but retains conditioning and antioxidant benefits.

An aqueous or hydroalcoholic extract of rosemary leaves rich in rosmarinic acid and diterpene antioxidants, distinct from the essential oil form.

Extract from the seeds of Rubus chamaemorus (cloudberry), a wild arctic berry grown in Nordic and Canadian boreal regions. Among the richest botanical sources of omega fatty acids, with a high ratio of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA, omega-3) that supports skin barrier lipid structure. Contains ellagitannins and vitamin E for synergistic antioxidant activity. Valued in Scandinavian and K-beauty formulas for its premium emollient and antioxidant profile.

An extract derived from the fruit (berries) of Rubus fruticosus (blackberry), rich in anthocyanins, vitamin C, and ellagic acid; distinct from the leaf extract and used for antioxidant and brightening benefits.

An extract from the leaves of the blackberry plant (Rubus fruticosus), rich in tannins, ellagic acid, and polyphenols, used for antioxidant, soothing, and mild astringent benefits in skin care.

An extract from the fruit of Rubus idaeus (red raspberry), distinct from the leaf extract, valued for its high antioxidant content including ellagic acid, vitamin C, and anthocyanins that protect and condition the skin.

Extract from the root of Rubus idaeus (red raspberry). Rich in ellagitannins, anthocyanins, and flavonoids. Has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Used in Ishizawa's urea eye cream.

A yeast-ferment extract rich in conditioning metabolites, used to revitalize and soothe.

Produced by fermenting the root of Caragana sinica (Chinese pea shrub, Fabaceae) with Saccharomyces cerevisiae yeast. The root contains flavonols (quercetin, rutin), catechins, and stilbene derivatives including alpha-viniferin with potent tyrosinase inhibition. Fermentation enhances polyphenol bioavailability and inhibitory potency versus the raw extract. Used in K-beauty snail/repair creams as a supporting brightening antioxidant.

An extract of European mistletoe (Viscum album) fermented with Saccharomyces yeast; fermentation improves the bioavailability of mistletoe's antioxidant compounds for use in prestige multi-ferment ampoules.

Kombucha, a ferment of black tea by Saccharomyces yeast and Xylinum bacteria, rich in organic acids, polyphenols, B vitamins, and amino acids used for antioxidant and skin-conditioning benefits.

An extract derived from the seeds of Salvia hispanica (chia), native to Central America and increasingly grown worldwide. Unlike Chia Seed Oil (which concentrates omega-3/omega-6 fatty acids), the seed extract brings water-soluble and semi-polar fractions: polyphenols (chlorogenic acid, caffeic acid, flavonoids), mucilage polysaccharides, and peptides. The extract provides antioxidant protection and mild anti-inflammatory benefits. Distinct from Salvia Hispanica Seed Oil (the fixed oil, pressing-derived) — different composition and different INCI designation.