Texture
Texture is an important aspect of skin health and refers to the overall smoothness and evenness of the skin's surface. Common skin texture concerns include roughness, unevenness, and visible pores.
Allantoin
Source: Compound derived from the comfrey plant
Benefit: Allantoin is known for its ability to soothe and protect the skin, as well as to promote skin cell regeneration. Its benefits include helping to heal and prevent dry, cracked, and chapped skin, reducing inflammation, and improving the overall appearance of the skin.
Targets: Fine Lines & Wrinkles, Loss of Elasticity, Texture
Find it In: KaramMD Trifecta, Rinse Cleanser
Bamboo Powder
Source: Finely ground bamboo stems
Benefit: Bamboo powder removes dead skin cells, unclogs pores, and improves the overall texture of the skin. Additionally, it is believed to have antibacterial properties that can help prevent acne and promote healthy skin.
Find it In: Polish Exfoliating Powder
Coconut Milk Powder
Source: Extracted from the meat of the coconut
Benefit: Coconut milk powder has moisturizing and nourishing properties that can hydrate, soothe, and improve skin elasticity. It also has anti-inflammatory benefits and is rich in vitamins and minerals that promote overall skin health.
Targets: Dullness, Dryness, Texture
Find it In: Polish Exfoliating Powder
Hibiscus Extract
Source: Extracted from the flower of the Hibiscus plant
Benefit: Hibiscus extract is rich in antioxidants, AHAs, BHAs and vitamin C. Hibiscus extract protects the skin from oxidative stress, soothes irritated skin, removes dead skin cells and has moisturizing properties that can help to hydrate and plump the skin, leaving it soft and supple.
Targets: Fine Lines & Wrinkles, Loss of Elasticity, Texture, Environmental Damage
Find it In: KaramMD Trifecta, Illuminate All-In-One Cream
Jojoba Oil
Source: Extracted from the jojoba plant
Benefit: Jojoba oil has moisturizing and nourishing properties. It can soothe and hydrate dry, sensitive skin, and is non-comedogenic, making it suitable for oily, acne-prone skin. It contains vitamins, minerals, and fatty acids that nourish and protect the skin while improving its barrier function, and helping to retain moisture.
Targets: Fine Lines & Wrinkles, Texture, Dryness
Find it In: KaramMD Trifecta, Illuminate All-In-One Cream
Licorice Root Extract
Source: Extracted from the Licorice root plant
Benefit: Licorice root extract has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that help to reduce skin redness, swelling, and irritation while protecting it from environmental stressors. It also has skin-brightening effects that inhibit the production of melanin, reducing the appearance of dark spots, hyperpigmentation, and uneven skin tone.
Targets: Texture, Dullness, Uneven Skin Tone
Find it In: KaramMD Trifecta, Quench Vitamin C Serum
Macadamia Seed Oil
Source: Derived from macadamia nuts
Benefit: Macadamia seed oil is a moisturizing ingredient that contains high levels of oleic acid, which restores the skin's barrier and improves moisture retention. It also has antioxidants like vitamin E and squalane, which protect the skin from environmental damage and premature aging.
Targets: Fine Lines & Wrinkles, Texture, Dryness, Skin Barrier
Find it In: KaramMD Trifecta, Illuminate All-In-One Cream
Niacinamide
Source: Synthesized form of vitamin B3
Benefit: Niacinamide improves skin texture, reduces inflammation, and helps regulate sebum production, making it beneficial for all skin types, including acne-prone skin. Niacinamide also helps to strengthen the skin barrier, increase moisture retention, and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Targets: Uneven Skin Tone, Texture, Dullness, Skin Barrier, Environmental Damage, Dryness, Congested Pores, Sebum Production
Find it In: KaramMD Trifecta, Illuminate All-In-One Cream
Phytosterols
Source: Naturally occurring compounds found in plants
Benefit: Phytosterols are used for their moisturizing and anti-inflammatory properties, as well as their ability to help repair and strengthen the skin barrier which can help to prevent moisture loss and improve skin hydration.
Targets: Texture, Skin Barrier, Dryness
Find it In: KaramMD Trifecta, Illuminate All-In-One Cream
Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate
Source: A water-soluble compound derived from azelaic acid
Benefit: Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate improves skin tone and reduces the appearance of dark spots and hyperpigmentation. It also has anti-inflammatory properties that can help to reduce redness and irritation, making it a beneficial ingredient for those with sensitive or acne-prone skin.
Targets: Fine Lines & Wrinkles, Texture, Dullness
Find it In: KaramMD Trifecta, Illuminate All-In-One Cream
Retinol Compound
Source: A compound that is derived from vitamin A
Benefit: Retinol stimulates the production of collagen and elastin fibers, promotes skin cell turnover, and improves the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and other signs of aging.
Targets: Fine Lines & Wrinkles, Lack of Firmness, Uneven Skin Tone, Dullness, Congested Pores
Find it In: KaramMD Trifecta, Illuminate All-In-One Cream
Rice Powder
Source: Derived from rice grains
Benefit: Rice powder has gentle exfoliating properties, that helps to remove dead skin cells and impurities from the skin's surface. Rice powder also protects the skin from environmental stressors, promotes skin cell regeneration and helps to nourish and strengthen the skin.
Targets: Fine Lines & Wrinkles, Dullness, Texture
Find it In: Polish Exfoliating Powder
Squalane
Source: A natural oil derived from olives
Benefit: Squalane hydrates and softens the skin, improves the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and protects the skin from environmental stressors.
Targets: Fine Lines & Wrinkles, Lack of Firmness , Texture, Skin Barrier, Dryness
Find it In: KaramMD Trifecta, Illuminate All-In-One Cream
Sodium Hyaluronate
Source: Derived from hyaluronic acid, a natural substance found in the body
Benefit: Sodium hyaluronate helps the skin retain moisture and improve skin hydration. Sodium hyaluronate has a smaller molecular size than hyaluronic acid, allowing it to penetrate deeper into the skin and provide more intense hydration. It plumps the skin, reduces appearance of fine lines, and improves overall skin texture and tone.
Targets: Texture, Dryness, Skin Barrier
Find it In: KaramMD Trifecta, Quench Vitamin C Serum, Illuminate All-In-One Cream
Tocopheryl
Source: Form of vitamin E found in nuts and vegetables
Benefit: Tocopheryl is a powerful antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals to prevent damage to skin cells and slow down the aging process. It also has moisturizing properties, improves the skin's natural barrier function, and can soothe and hydrate dry, flaky, or itchy skin.
Targets: Texture, Skin Barrier, Environmental Damage
Find it In: KaramMD Trifecta, Illuminate All-In-One Cream