Ingredient library

The magnesium salt of gluconic acid, used as a skin-conditioning agent to deliver magnesium ions that support enzymatic skin processes.

Magnesium salt of pyrrolidone carboxylic acid (PCA), a natural moisturizing factor (NMF) component naturally present in the stratum corneum. Used as a humectant and skin conditioning agent; particularly well-suited for formulas mimicking the skin's own hydration chemistry.

The magnesium salt of stearic acid used as a lubricant, anticaking agent, and texture enhancer in creams and powder formulations.

An inorganic magnesium salt used to modify viscosity and improve the feel and stability of cosmetic formulas.

An extract from the bark of the magnolia tree standardized for magnolol and honokiol, two polyphenols with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity.

Extract from the leaves of Majorana hortensis (sweet marjoram). Contains rosmarinic acid, ursolic acid, and flavonoids with antioxidant and mild soothing properties.

A copper-rich mineral extract derived from malachite that enhances the skin's cellular antioxidant defences, particularly superoxide dismutase, to protect against oxidative stress.

A larger-molecule alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) often paired with glycolic or lactic acid; exfoliates the surface while being relatively gentle.

Mallotus japonicus leaf extract (EU CosIng REF 82898) is derived from the leaves of akamedoki/akamegashiwa, a deciduous East Asian tree in the Euphorbiaceae family. Its phytochemical profile — ellagitannins (mallotinic acid, mallotusinic acid, corilagin, geraniin) and the dominant flavonoid rutin — delivers EGCG-equivalent antioxidant activity, tyrosinase-inhibiting brightening, and iNOS/NO-suppressing anti-inflammatory properties. Sourced from Jeju Island (Korea); listed in EU CosIng for antioxidant, antimicrobial, and skin-protecting functions.

Extract from the seeds (pits) of Malpighia emarginata (acerola/Barbados cherry). Distinct from the fruit pulp extract. Contains polyphenolic antioxidants.

An acerola cherry extract naturally rich in vitamin C with antioxidant and brightening benefits.

Aqueous extract of malted barley (Hordeum vulgare) rich in maltose, amino acids, and B vitamins. Used as a humectant and skin conditioner; gentle enough for all skin types.

A sugar alcohol derived from maltose that functions as a humectant to draw water into the skin and improve texture.

A starch-derived polysaccharide used in cosmetics to improve texture, absorb moisture, and encapsulate fragrance or active ingredients.

A disaccharide of two glucose units used in cosmetics as a humectant and skin-conditioning agent. Adds gentle hydration and a smooth skin feel in creams and emulsions.

A liposome-encapsulated plant stem cell culture filtrate derived from the rare Uttwiler Spätlauber apple variety, containing metabolites and epigenetic factors used in cosmetics for anti-aging and skin renewal benefits.

An extract from the flowers of Malva sylvestris (common mallow) rich in mucilages and flavonoids that soothe and soften skin.

A large-molecule AHA that is gentle and good for sensitive skin.

The manganese salt of gluconic acid, used as a skin-conditioning agent to deliver trace manganese ions that support superoxide dismutase activity.

A vitamin-rich mango fruit extract that delivers antioxidants and helps brighten skin.

An extract from the leaves of Mangifera indica (mango) rich in xanthonoid mangiferin and polyphenols that provide antioxidant protection.

A rich vegetable butter extracted from mango (Mangifera indica) seeds, high in stearic and oleic acids, used as an emollient and occlusive moisturizer.

Starch derived from cassava (Manihot utilissima / esculenta) root, used as a thickener and absorbent to improve texture and provide a silky skin feel.

Extract from the leaves of Manilkara multinervis, a tropical tree; appears in complex Korean multi-ferment ampoule formulas as a supporting botanical.