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Soothing

A gentle soothing agent that helps calm and soften rough, irritated skin. Very well tolerated.

Find it in: Calm Cloud Gel Cleanser, Even Tone 10% Azelaic Cream

Soothing

Plant juice with hydrating and calming benefits. Helpful in exfoliants to offset tingling.

Find it in: Resurface 8% AHA Gel

Sunscreen filter

An FDA-approved filter that protects against UVA rays, the ones linked to premature aging. Paired with stabilizers to stay effective.

Find it in: Invisible Fluid SPF 50

Multitasker

Visibly reduces redness, smooths bumps, and fades marks. Gentle enough for sensitive skin and safe for most people.

Find it in: Even Tone 10% Azelaic Cream

Antioxidant

A plant-derived antioxidant often called a gentle retinol alternative. Helps skin look smoother and firmer.

Find it in: Peptide Firming Serum

Anti-acne

An FDA-approved acne-fighting ingredient that reduces breakout-causing bacteria. Can be drying and may bleach fabric.

Find it in: Spot Rescue 5% Benzoyl Peroxide Gel

Antioxidant

Helps reduce the look of puffiness, especially around the eyes. Also provides antioxidant support.

Find it in: Wide Awake Eye Gel

Barrier repair

The lipids that hold skin cells together. Replenishing them restores the barrier and keeps moisture in.

Find it in: Hydra Layer Hyaluronic Serum, Night Renew 0.3% Retinol Treatment, Barrier Bounce Ceramide Cream

Barrier repair

Works with ceramides and fatty acids to rebuild a healthy, comfortable skin barrier.

Find it in: Barrier Bounce Ceramide Cream

Soothing

Finely milled oat that calms itchiness and dryness. One of few soothing ingredients with an FDA skin-protectant monograph.

Find it in: Overnight Recovery Cream

Antioxidant

Boosts the stability and performance of vitamins C and E for stronger daily defense.

Find it in: Bright Shift 15% Vitamin C Serum

Irritant

Adds scent, not benefits. A leading cause of skin sensitivity. Lavuan never adds fragrance or essential oils.

Never in Lavuan products.

Exfoliant

A large-molecule exfoliant that smooths the surface gently. A smart choice for sensitive or dry skin.

Find it in: Gentle PHA + Enzyme Toner

Hydrator

A classic humectant that pulls water into skin and strengthens the barrier. Simple, affordable, brilliant.

Find it in: Calm Cloud Gel Cleanser, Clarity 0.5% Salicylic Foaming Cleanser, Hydra Layer Hyaluronic Serum, Spot Rescue 5% Benzoyl Peroxide Gel, The Starter Routine Trio

Exfoliant

The smallest AHA, so it works efficiently on dullness, rough texture, and sun damage. Use sunscreen daily.

Find it in: Resurface 8% AHA Gel

Antioxidant

Rich in polyphenols that calm skin and defend against environmental stress.

Find it in: Pore Reset 2% BHA Liquid

Hydrator

Holds many times its weight in water for plump, bouncy skin. Listed as sodium hyaluronate on labels.

Find it in: Hydra Layer Hyaluronic Serum, Weightless Water Gel Moisturizer, Wide Awake Eye Gel

Brightening

Soothes skin and helps fade the look of uneven tone. A gentle partner for niacinamide.

Find it in: Pore Refine 10% Niacinamide Serum

Irritant

Creates a cooling tingle that is actually a sign of irritation. We leave it out of everything.

Never in Lavuan products.

Multitasker

Vitamin B3. Refines pores, evens tone, strengthens the barrier, and reduces shine. Works for every skin type.

Find it in: Pore Refine 10% Niacinamide Serum, Barrier Bounce Ceramide Cream, Weightless Water Gel Moisturizer, Daily Veil Mineral SPF 30, The Starter Routine Trio

Soothing

Pro-vitamin B5. Hydrates, soothes, and supports barrier repair. Lovely in cleansers and toners.

Find it in: Calm Cloud Gel Cleanser, Gentle PHA + Enzyme Toner, Weightless Water Gel Moisturizer

Skin-restoring

Chains of amino acids that support firmness and smoothness. Best used alongside antioxidants and retinol.

Find it in: Peptide Firming Serum, Night Renew 0.3% Retinol Treatment, Overnight Recovery Cream, Wide Awake Eye Gel

Skin-restoring

Vitamin A. One of the most researched ingredients for lines, texture, and uneven tone. Start slowly, use SPF.

Find it in: Night Renew 0.3% Retinol Treatment

Exfoliant

Oil-soluble, so it exfoliates inside the pore. The go-to for blackheads, breakouts, and bumpy texture.

Find it in: Clarity 0.5% Salicylic Foaming Cleanser, Pore Reset 2% BHA Liquid, Even Tone 10% Azelaic Cream, The Starter Routine Trio

Irritant

High amounts can dry out skin and weaken the barrier. You will not find it high on any Lavuan label.

Never in Lavuan products.

Emollient

A lightweight, skin-identical oil that softens without clogging pores. Stable and non-greasy.

Find it in: Melt Away Cleansing Balm, Peptide Firming Serum, Overnight Recovery Cream

Antioxidant

Brightens, helps fade spots, and defends against daily environmental damage. Needs opaque, airtight packaging.

Find it in: Bright Shift 15% Vitamin C Serum

Antioxidant

A protective antioxidant that supports vitamin C and nourishes dry skin.

Find it in: Melt Away Cleansing Balm, Bright Shift 15% Vitamin C Serum, Daily Veil Mineral SPF 30, Invisible Fluid SPF 50

Sunscreen filter

A mineral filter with broad UVA and UVB protection. Exceptionally gentle, ideal for sensitive skin.

Find it in: Daily Veil Mineral SPF 30

Oil control

Helps regulate oil and keeps skin looking fresh. Often used in formulas for oily, breakout-prone skin.

Find it in: Clarity 0.5% Salicylic Foaming Cleanser, Pore Refine 10% Niacinamide Serum