Decoding the INCI: Discover the Best Skincare Ingredients for Your Routine

When it comes to face skincare, understanding the INCI (International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients) is the first step in choosing effective and safe cosmetic products. Knowing what you're applying on your skin empowers you to make smarter, more conscious beauty choices.
At SuperYou Skin, we are committed to innovation—natural actives, biotechnology, and fermented ingredients come together in clean, sustainable, and high-performance formulations. In this article, we break down the key natural and biotech ingredients, grouped by function, that make SuperYou’s microbiome-friendly skincare truly unique.
💧 1. Hydrators & Humectants: For Radiant, Plump Skin
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Aqua (Water) – The base of every skincare formula, delivering active ingredients.
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Glycerin – A natural humectant that draws moisture into the skin.
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Saccharide Isomerate – Provides long-lasting hydration.
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Inulin – A prebiotic that balances the skin’s microbiome and improves texture.
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Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid) – Deeply hydrates and plumps the skin.
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Sorbitan Olivate – A gentle emollient derived from olives.
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🥥 2. Nourishing Oils & Butters: Comfort and Protection
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Shea Butter – Restores and nourishes the skin’s barrier.
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Sweet Almond Oil – Rich in vitamin E for elasticity and softness.
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Sunflower & Olive Oils – Full of essential fatty acids and antioxidants.
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Marula Oil & Oat Kernel Oil – Great for sensitive, dry, or stressed skin.
🌿 3. Plant & Fermented Extracts: Microbiome Skincare in Action
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Lactococcus Ferment Lysate – A probiotic that strengthens the skin barrier.
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Kombucha (Black Tea Ferment) – Brightens and detoxifies the skin.
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Ashwagandha & Turmeric – Adaptogens that fight oxidative stress.
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Green Tea & Fermented Algae – Protect the skin from pollution and inflammation.
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🧬 4. Peptides & Anti-Aging Actives: For Firm, Youthful Skin
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Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 & Palmitoyl Tripeptide-28 – Provide a natural "botox-like" effect.
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Heptapeptide-6 & Tetrapeptide-2 – Boost collagen and improve elasticity.
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Glutathione – Evens skin tone and reduces dark spots.
🌬️ 5. Protective & Soothing Agents: Defense All Day Long
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Vitamin E & Silica – Antioxidants that also mattify the skin.
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Hydrolyzed Algin & Xanthan Gum – Natural stabilizers with moisturizing effects.
🔒 6. Natural Preservatives: Safety Without Compromise
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Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol – Keep formulations safe and stable.
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Citric Acid & Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate – Maintain pH balance and product integrity.
🌱 Why Choose SuperYou?
At SuperYouSkin.com, our mission is clear: to craft clean, natural, and sustainable skincare products that respect both skin and planet. Our formulas with prebiotics, peptides, and fermented actives are designed for visible results and sensitive skin.
✅ Visible results
✅ Transparent INCI
✅ Vegan & cruelty-free formulas
✅ Dermatologically tested for sensitive skin
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