Glossary
Hale & Hush uses ingredients from natural and sustainable plants, flowers and algae. Our proprietary blends of botanicals, nutritional and biotech components are strategically balanced for sensitive skin stages. . This glossary will help you to understand the key ingredients we use, and why we use them in our formulas.
3-0-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid (L) (Vitamin C)
Product: Rare C Serum, Rare Mandelic Serum
3-0 Ethyl Ascorbic Acid (L), chirally correct, is a derivative of Ascorbic Acid with hydrophilic and lipophilic properties. 3-O-ethyl ascorbic acid is a very potent form of Vitamin C and is one of the most stable forms, enabling it to penetrate the deeper layers of the skin without causing irritation. As a huge antioxidant, it brightens skin tone, fades hyperpigmentation, decreases melanin formation, protects the skin from oxidative stress, increases collagen production, and maintains the activity of immune cells in the epidermis. It also is anti-inflammatory, improves skin elasticity, and helps control trans epidermal water loss.
Acetyl heptapeptide-4
Product: Refine Polish
Acetyl Heptapeptide-4 is a synthetic peptide that was developed to maintain the skin’s microbiota balance. It promotes the growth of beneficial bacteria acting as a probiotic while boosting skin’s natural defense systems against harmful microbes. Acetyl Heptapeptide-4 promotes a balanced microbiome, it also reduces skin sensitivity and lessens discomfort, scaling, and irritation. It improves the skin’s natural defense systems and improves hydration exposing a healthy, revitalized, and radiant appearance.
Acetyl hexapeptide-49
Product: Refine Polish
Acetyl Hexapeptide-49 can reduce inflammation and relieve itching by inhibiting inflammatory factors, while improving the tingling sensation and soothing the skin. Acetyl Hexapeptide-49 improves the proliferation and differentiation of cells and helps repair the skin barrier. It also has a moisturizing effect, which can increase the water content of the skin and make the skin smooth and elastic. It increases hydration, preventing the skin from flaking, restoring suppleness and softness.
Aesculus Hippocastanum (Horse Chestnut) Bark Extract
Product: Quiet Wash
Aesculus Hippocastanum (Horse Chestnut) Bark Extract is extracted from seeds of Aesculus hippocstanum. The compound escin in Horse Chestnut seeds exhibits anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity. Horse Chestnut Extract boosts the condition of the skin by improving the circulation and delivering oxygen-rich blood to the dermal matrix. By inhibiting enzymes elastase and hyaluronidase, Horse Chestnut Extract helps the skin to battle the signs of aging that deplete collagen and elastin from the skin. It has anti-inflammatory properties, helps to heal wounds while reducing redness, soothing, and calming the skin.
Albizia Julibrissin Bark Extract (Persian Silk Tree)
Product: Rare Retinal Serum
Albizia Julibrissin Bark Extract (Persian Silk Tree) is a natural antiglycation phenomenal ingredient that has antioxidant, anti-aging, and immune-stimulating properties. Silk Tree Extract also protects extracellular matrix components, primarily collagen, from glycation showing a significant anti-aging effect. Albizia Julibrissin boosts cell energy, revitalizes tired skin, supports the skin’s natural detoxification process, reduces dark circles while renewing and rejuvenating the skin.
Aloe Barbadensis Flower (Aloe) Extract
Product: Eye Mousse, Hush Hydrate Gel & Mask, Rare Retinal Serum
Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract (Aloe) has been used for centuries for its medicinal properties and is known for its ability to reduce inflammation, reduce irritation, soothe, and heal the skin. Aloe Vera Gel contains compounds called polysaccharides that encourage skin repair and new skin cells to develop. It also has anti-inflammatory properties that can reduce pain, swelling, and soreness of wounds or injuries. It helps to lock in moisture, prevent dehydration, promotes healing, and treats various skin conditions (acne, eczema, and psoriasis).
Allantoin
Product: Refine Polish, Relief Bio Powder
Allantoin is a natural skin protectant, anti-irritant and anti-inflammatory derived from the Comfrey Plant. It is calming and soothing to skin, reduces itchiness, promotes wound healing, treats skin irritations and rashes. Allantoin acts as an emollient that keeps the skin moisturized, prevents dullness and prevents dryness and irritation. It fights against the damage of transepidermal water loss (TEWL) in the dermis and rejuvenates skin cells.
Amino Esters-1
Product: Broad Spectrum SPF
Amino Esters-1 is comprised of Aspartic Acid, Arginine, Glycine, Glutamic Acid, Histidine, Lysine, and their esters. They are skin conditioning agents that are added to skincare products to improve the overall health and appearance of the skin. These agents work by hydrating, nourishing, and protecting the skin, helping to maintain its natural moisture balance and prevent damage from environmental stressors.
Anthocyanins
derived from black rice; provides superior antioxidant activity to fight free radicals and oxidative damage of the skin; anti-aging; defends against UV damage.
Artemisia Vulgaris (Mugwort) Extract
Product: Rare C Serum
Artemisia Vulgaris (Mugwort) Extract is a healing herb rich in nutritious amino acids, polypeptides and cellular carbohydrates which combat irritation and redness. Mugwort is full of Vitamin E and other antioxidants that protect, nourish, and hydrate the skin. These antioxidants are also excellent for aging skin and can reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Mugwort has antibacterial and antifungal properties to help combat eczema, psoriasis, and skin irritations. It is a powerful ingredient whose healing properties make it a great fit for sensitive, acne-prone, and dry skin types.
Bellis Perennis (Daisy) Flower Extract
Product: Eye Mousse, Incredible Enzymes
Bellis Perennis (Daisy) Flower Extract carries a unique combination of polyphenols which work hard as tyrosinase inhibitors which naturally suppress melanin production, reduces the appearance of dark spots, and lightens and brightens the complexion naturally. The Daisy Flower Extract carries a high concentration of exfoliating acids and is very high in malic and tartaric acids, which aid in natural cell turnover. It is especially safe for sensitive skin types and is a natural nontoxic alternative for skin brightening. Daisy Flower Extract can help treat both existing and prevent future hyperpigmentation and sun damage. It also has astringent and calming properties and is used to refresh the skin whilst helping to rebalance oiliness.
Beta-Glucan (D)
Product: Rare C Serum, Relief Bio Powder
Beta-glucan (D), chirally correct, is a polysaccharide sugar that can be derived from various natural sources such as yeast, fungi, seaweed, or oats. It is commonly used as a soothing agent and is considered an excellent ingredient for minimizing redness and other signs of sensitive skin. Beta-glucan acts as a humectant, attracting moisture to the skin, while supporting immune response to inflammation, damage, and infection. Beta Glucan also offers antioxidant properties that help to heal wounds, reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, improves skin texture, and enhances skin elasticity.
Betula Alba Bark and Leaf (Birch) Extract
Product: Quiet Wash, Remedy Rehab Oil, Soothe Essence Serum
Betula Alba Bark (Birch) Extract functions as an astringent since the bark contains a high concentration of tannins. They work by cross-linking with proteins in the skin known as keratins, creating an invisible film that can temporarily degrease skin, tighten, and tone skin, and minimize the appearance of enlarged pores. The tannins in Betula Alba Bark Extract function as antioxidants, using their hydroxyl groups to catch free radicals and stabilize them in the phenolic ring. Birch bark also contains immune stimulation constituents to reduce inflammation, and improves skin response to stressors, while increasing hydration and reducing transepidermal water loss.
Biosaccharide Gum-4
Product: Vital Lipid Lotion
Biosaccharide Gum-4, an all-natural ingredient known as Biotechnological Polysaccharide, is a natural polysaccharide that is created through a fermentation process. It is a popular ingredient in the cosmetics industry, extensively used in skincare products for its moisture-binding capabilities. Biosaccharide Gum-4 forms a protective barrier on the skin, locking in moisture and shielding it from environmental aggressors, heavy metals, and UV radiation. This results in hydrated, softer, and healthier-looking skin.
Bisabolol (L-alpha) (Candela Tree)
Product: Mist Me, Rare Retinal Serum
Bisabolol (L- Alpha) (Candela Tree), chirally correct, helps to soothe irritated skin, decreases redness, calms inflammation, improves healing, due to its key molecular center of Chamomile. It also is antibacterial and acts as a potent antioxidant, protecting the skin from free radical damage, and helping to improve the visible signs of aging. Bisabolol may is also known for interfering with melanin production and has been used to lighten the skin.
Boswellia Serrata Plant Heart Extract
Product: Relief Bio Powder
Boswellia Serrata Plant Heart Extract is an extract from the Boswellia Serrata Tree and is an herbal remedy that is often used in Ayurveda. Boswellia Serrata Extract is rich in boswellic acids that have anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects while reducing redness. It also supports the production of elastin and hyaluronic acid in the skin. These ingredients work together to improve the firmness and elasticity of the skin. They also help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. The active ingredients in this product can be easily absorbed by the skin and penetrate deep layers. This treatment is recommended for people who are suffering from acne, psoriasis, and dermatitis.
Bromelain (Pineapple) Enzyme
Product: Incredible Enzymes, Rare Mandelic Serum
Bromelain is an enzyme found in Pineapple Extracts acts like alpha hydroxy acid and removes dead skin cells on the epidermis, as a master exfoliant. Bromelain also has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits. Bromelain is rich in antioxidants, Vitamins C & E which brighten and even out skin tone and prevents skin from oxidative damage. The enzymes can also reduce the appearance of blackheads, acne and promote healing activity. These enzymes also increase skin elasticity and plumpness by maintaining natural moisture in the skin.
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
Product: Saffron Meristem Cream, Vital Lipid Lotion
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter (also known as shea butter) is a plant lipid extracted from the karite tree and a rich source of antioxidants, including quercetin, epicatechin gallate, gallocatechin, epigallocatechin, as well as skin-replenishing fatty acids (stearic and linoleic). It is Very high in healing Vitamin E which provides UV free-radical protection, highly emollient and moisturizing, yet quick absorption. As an emollient and moisturizer, shea butter helps repair the skin and is an effective remedy for dark spots, wrinkles, stretch marks and sunburn. Its healing properties help treat minor burns, small wounds, and insect bites. Shea butter is also an anti-aging ingredient due to Vitamin A and penetrates deep into skin to help restore elasticity.
