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

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.

Targets: Dullness, Dryness 

Find it In: Polish Exfoliating 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

Source: Extracted from the flower of the Hibiscus plant

Benefit: Hibiscus extract is rich in antioxidants, AHAs, BHAs and vitamin C. It shields the skin from oxidative stress, and serves as a source of growth factors. Growth factors help improve the appearance of aging skin by reversing some of the reduced cell growth and collagen production. These collagen stimulants correct the loss of elasticity, improve skin texture and reduce wrinkles.

Targets: Fine Lines & Wrinkles, Loss of Elasticity, Texture, Environmental Damage

Find it In: KaramMD Trifecta, Illuminate All-In-One Cream

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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