AQ Meliority Intensive Cream

A gold-standard humectant that draws water into the skin.

A mineral-rich birch sap used as a hydrating, soothing water-phase base.

An amino acid found naturally in green tea leaves that calms skin sensitivity and reduces inflammatory responses. Used in d program and other Japanese formulations targeting reactive or allergy-prone skin.

An extract from the root of Acanthopanax senticosus (Siberian ginseng / eleuthero), rich in eleutherosides and lignans. Provides adaptogenic, antioxidant, and mild anti-inflammatory benefits in luxury Japanese skincare.

An extract from the rhizome of Acorus calamus (sweet flag). Contains beta-asarone, which is restricted by EU Cosmetics Regulation to 0.1 mg/kg in finished products due to genotoxicity concerns. Used in small amounts in Japanese luxury creams.

A nucleoside used at low concentrations to help smooth the look of fine lines; a common K-beauty anti-aging active.

An extract from the fruiting catkins of Alnus firmifolia (alder). Contains tannins, catechins, and phenolic acids that provide antioxidant and mild soothing benefits in luxury Japanese creams.

An oil-soluble, highly stable vitamin C derivative that penetrates well and converts to ascorbic acid in skin. The vitamin C active in Melano CC.

An extract from the bark of Japanese white birch (Betula platyphylla var. japonica). Rich in triterpenoids (betulin, betulinic acid) that provide antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. Distinct from Betula Platyphylla Japonica Juice (sap).

A polyphenol-rich antioxidant that also calms skin.

An extract from Chrysanthellum indicum, a small daisy-family herb distinct from the chrysanthemum flower. Rich in flavonoids and saponins; provides antioxidant and soothing benefits in luxury cream formulas.

An extract of clove (Eugenia caryophyllus) flowers used in cosmetics for antioxidant and antimicrobial properties; distinct from the distilled essential oil, with a lower volatile eugenol content.

Enzymatically broken-down collagen peptides that hydrate and condition the skin surface.

A hydrolysate of soybean (Glycine soja) used as a skin-conditioning and mildly firming active. Contains isoflavones (genistein, daidzein) and peptides that condition and protect the skin.

An extract from the leaves and stalks of Isodonis japonicus (Japanese isodon / rabdosia), a mint-family plant used in traditional Japanese Kampo medicine. Contains diterpenoids with anti-inflammatory and skin-conditioning properties.

An extract from Jania rubens, a calcareous red alga rich in minerals and polysaccharides, used in cosmetics as a soothing and antioxidant skin-conditioning agent.

A filtrate obtained by fermenting soymilk with Lactobacillus bacteria, used as a skin-conditioning and soothing agent rich in probiotics, amino acids, and isoflavones.

The juice from Lonicera caerulea (haskap / blue honeysuckle) berries, among the richest plant sources of anthocyanins (cyanidin-3-glucoside). Used in luxury Japanese skincare for antioxidant and brightening benefits.

A honeysuckle flower extract that soothes skin and offers antimicrobial activity.

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.

An aqueous or hydroglycolic extract of peppermint (Mentha piperita) leaves. Unlike peppermint essential oil, the extract has milder menthol content; used for cooling, soothing, and antioxidant properties.

An extract from the stems of Mucuna birdwoodiana (a leguminous vine), used in luxury Japanese skincare. Contains flavonoids and phenolic compounds with antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties.

An extract from the seeds of Oenothera biennis (evening primrose), distinct from the GLA-rich expressed seed oil, used for antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties.

A signal peptide marketed to support collagen and firmness.

A polysaccharide-rich fu-ling mushroom extract that calms and hydrates skin.

An extract from germinated sesame (Sesamum indicum) sprouts. Sprouts are richer in antioxidant lignans and flavonoids than mature seeds. Used in luxury skincare for potent antioxidant and conditioning effects.

The salt form of hyaluronic acid; penetrates more readily.

Cocoa seed extract rich in polyphenols, with antioxidant and soothing properties.

Vitamin E; a lipid-soluble antioxidant that also conditions skin.

A form of vitamin E (tocotrienol forms: alpha, beta, gamma, delta) with unsaturated side chains. More potent free radical scavenging than tocopherols. Rice bran is one of the richest natural sources. Used in Bijin Nuka's rice-based moisturizer.

An extract from the fruit of Zizyphus jujuba (jujube / Chinese date). Contains cAMP, betulinic acid, and polysaccharides that provide soothing, antioxidant, and moisturising benefits in luxury Japanese and Chinese skincare.

A key barrier lipid that works synergistically with ceramides.

The sodium salt of lactic acid, a natural component of the skin's NMF used as a humectant and mild pH buffer in moisturizers and toners.