Perfect UV Essence SPF50+ PA++++

A polymeric UV filter where benzalmalonate UVB-absorbing chromophores are covalently attached to a polydimethylsiloxane backbone. High molecular weight prevents significant skin penetration. Approved in EU and Japan. Used in Anessa Perfect UV.

The salt form of hyaluronic acid; penetrates more readily.

A common chemical UVB filter (octinoxate) permitted up to 10% in EU and 7.5% in US sunscreens, with confirmed endocrine activity at high doses per 2025 SCCS opinion.

A modern, highly photostable chemical UV filter offering strong UVB protection in broad-spectrum sunscreens.

An extract from cornflower (Centaurea cyanus) blooms, rich in anthocyanins, apigenin, and quercetin. Used in cosmetics for gentle soothing, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties. Common in eye-area and sensitive skin products.

A humectant that can hold many times its weight in water.

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

German chamomile flower extract rich in bisabolol and apigenin, used to calm and soothe sensitive or irritated skin.

An extract from royal jelly, the secretion fed to bee larvae and queen bees by worker bees, containing proteins (royalactin), amino acids, fatty acids, and vitamins used in cosmetics for nourishing and anti-aging skin benefits.

A modern broad-spectrum chemical UV filter that absorbs across UVA and UVB and helps stabilize other filters.

Extract from St. John's wort (Hypericum perforatum). Contains hypericin, hyperforin, flavonoids, and tannins with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and soothing properties. Used in European cosmetics for skin calming.

Aqueous extract from lemon (Citrus limonum) fruit. Contains ascorbic acid, hesperidin, and citrus flavonoids. Provides antioxidant and brightening activity in cosmetics.

An extract from the cones of hops (Humulus lupulus), rich in polyphenols and prenylated flavonoids, used as a soothing, antioxidant, and conditioning botanical in skincare.

An extract of common sage (Salvia officinalis) leaves rich in carnosic acid, rosmarinic acid, and phenolic diterpenes. Used for antioxidant, soothing, and skin-conditioning properties in toners and essences.

An extract from Equisetum arvense (common horsetail) herb, one of the richest plant sources of organic silica. Provides astringent, soothing, and antioxidant benefits; silica content supports skin firmness.

A marigold flower extract long used to calm and soothe irritated, sensitive skin.

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

A synthetic phenolic antioxidant that prevents oxidation of oils and fats in cosmetic formulas, used at very low concentrations.

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