• A strong antioxidant, it protects* against the harmful effects of UV- and pollution-induced free radicals on the skin, which can contribute to premature lines and wrinkles.
• And it’s clinically shown to improve the appearance of lines and wrinkles caused by photodamage.

Resveratrol – 0.1%
Similar to vitamin C, resveratrol is a highly potent antioxidant valued not only for its ability to fight visible signs of skin aging but also protect the skin’s surface.
• Resveratrol supports skin’s natural production of collagen and elastin proteins and helps defend against collagen breakdown.
• It also helps protect* against photodamage, which can contribute to premature lines and wrinkles.

Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Skin-restoring acetyl hexapeptide-8 is a special peptide designed to help reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles.
• Acetyl hexapeptide-8 helps diminish signals that over time lead to lines and wrinkles.

*Based on in vitro testing

Ceramide – 0.01%
As a critical component of the stratum corneum, ceramide is essential for the retention of skin moisture.
• Skin-mimicking ceramide helps improve skin hydration and support normal barrier function.

Verbena Officinalis Extract (impacts natural moisturizing factor or NMF) – 1.5%
Increased natural moisturizing factor (NMF) is not only known to improve skin hydration but also skin barrier function – a necessity when it comes to protecting your body from environmental stressors and water loss.
• Our chosen plant extract (verbena officinalis) supports skin’s natural production of NMF. NMF components absorb water from the atmosphere and combine with their own water content, allowing the outermost layers of the stratum corneum to stay hydrated despite external factors.

Niacinamide (vitamin B3) – 3%
One of the best sources of vitamin B3, niacinamide is an essential nutrient that’s been well-recognized globally as a brightening superpower.
• Niacinamide has been shown to significantly decrease visible skin discoloration (hyperpigmentation) by protecting the skin’s barrier (your first line of defense against aggressors) when applied topically.
• It also doubles as an antioxidant shown to help limit key causes of discoloration to reduce the look of uneven skin tone and brighten skin.

Navy Bean Extract (vegetable amino acids) – 3%
Mary Kay discovered navy bean's effect on brightening efficacy and patented a proprietary ingredient technology on this discovery.
• Navy bean extract is shown to significantly improve skin brightness.
• It also reduces* visible contrast of dark spots and improves the overall appearance of uneven skin tone.

*Based on in vitro testing

Alpha-Hydroxy Acid (AHA) (glycolic acid) – 3.9%
With a much smaller molecular size compared to poly-hydroxy acid, alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) easily works through the top surface layers of the skin to accelerate deeper exfoliation.
• Alpha-hydroxy acid helps accelerate skin renewal and exfoliation by breaking apart the bonds between dead skin cells on multiple surface layers.
• This leave-on acid also helps improve skin radiance and the appearance of skin texture for overall smoothness.

Glycerin
Skin-replenishing glycerin, a natural compound derived from vegetables, serves as the perfect complement to the powerful pairing of two exfoliating hydroxy acids.
• Glycerin is a widely used humectant due to its ability to attract water to itself and help boost moisture levels on the top layers of skin.

*Based on in vitro testing