INGREDIENTS
XAGE formulations are composed using function-defined ingredients selected for compatibility, stability, and cosmetic relevance. Each component serves a specific role within a controlled system supporting hydration balance, barrier integrity, and visual tone uniformity.
INGREDIENT TIMELINE
RAW MATERIAL SELECTION
Ingredients used across XAGE formulations are selected based on documented origin, cosmetic suitability, and regulatory compliance. Where applicable, plant-derived materials originate from organic, cultivated, or wild-sourced environments with established traceability and controlled ecological impact.
PLANT MATERIAL SELECTION
Botanical ingredients are derived from specific plant parts and processing windows selected to support consistent composition and cosmetic performance, including antioxidant content, lipid profile, and bioactive fraction availability.
EXTRACTION & PROCESSING
Extraction methods are chosen to preserve key cosmetic fractions—such as vitamins, polyphenols, and essential fatty acids—while maintaining formulation compatibility. Processes avoid unnecessary thermal or chemical stress and prioritize cosmetic-grade purity.
INGREDIENT & FORMULATION ASSESSMENT
Ingredients and finished formulations undergo cosmetic safety evaluation and performance assessment, including:
Stability analysis (pH, viscosity, centrifuge testing)
Compatibility evaluation within complete formulation systems
Dermatological testing where applicable
All assessments are conducted in accordance with EU cosmetic regulatory frameworks.
FORMULATION & PRODUCTION STANDARDS
Formulations are developed using traceable cosmetic-grade raw materials and produced in accordance with ISO 22716 Cosmetic GMP and applicable ECOCERT / COSMOS standards, ensuring consistency, safety, and reproducibility.
FILLING & PACKAGING
Finished formulations are filled into mono-material or simplified packaging systems, incorporating recycled content where possible. Packaging is engineered to preserve formula stability, sensory quality, and recyclability, supporting circular material flows.
detailed INGREDIENT profiles
INTELLIGENT BOTANICALS WITH PROVEN MECHANISM
Resilient, high-potency botanicals composed of antioxidant polyphenols, essential fatty acids, phytosterols, and naturally occurring bioavailable micronutrients. Each extract is sourced through responsible agricultural practices and processed with low-temperature, low-impact extraction systems to preserve molecular integrity.
These phytoactive complexes support the skin’s endogenous repair responses, helping modulate oxidative stress, reinforce lipid equilibrium, and maintain a more resilient dermal environment. Their multifactorial activity contributes to improved barrier performance, reduced reactivity, and enhanced long-term skin stability.
ROSEHIP SEED OIL
ROSA CANINA
Comprised of trans-retinoic acid, linoleic/alpha-linolenic acids, and phyto-antioxidants. Supports epidermal regeneration, reduces discoloration, and optimizes skin biomechanics.
WILLOW BARK EXTRACT
SALIX ALBA
A botanical source of salicin, a milder precursor to salicylic acid. Exfoliates surface debris, clarifies pores, and provides anti-inflammatory and antibacterial action.
BAKUCHIOL
PSORALEA CORYLIFOLIA
A plant-derived alternative to retinol that regulates gene expression associated with collagen synthesis and epidermal renewal, visible smoothing, pigmentation evening, and elasticity enhancement without irritation or photosensitivity.
BLUEBERRY EXTRACT
VACCINIUM MYRTILLUS
High in anthocyanins and polyphenols—provides robust antioxidant protection and helps neutralize oxidative stress. Clinically shown to improve skin’s radiant quality and resilience.
ALOE VERA
ALOE BARBADENSIS
Rich in polysaccharide chains and amino acids, aloe vera offers anti-inflammatory, hydrating, and soothing properties that support epidermal resilience and calm irritation.
SEA BUCKTHORN
HIPPOPHAE RHAMNOIDES
Extremely rich in omega-7 as well as carotenoids, tocopherols, and phytosterols, supports barrier repair, reduces photooxidative damage, and promotes radiance. Oils penetrate rapidly while improving lipid composition.
JOJOBA SEED OIL
SIMMONDSIA CHINESIS
Biomimetic, fast-absorbing oil that balances sebum production and strengthens the skin barrier without clogging pores.
CALENDULA EXTRACT
CALENDULA OFFICINALIS
High in flavonoids and triterpenes, shown to promote epithelial regeneration, reduce transepidermal water loss, and support hydration in reactive or compromised skin.
CENTELLA ASIATICA
CENTELLA ASIATICA
Contains madecassoside and asiaticoside, which stimulate collagen synthesis and inhibit inflammation via NF-κB modulation. Speeds recovery and fortifies barrier function.
SHEA BUTTER
BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII
A vitamin-rich botanical butter sourced from the African shea tree. Delivers deep emollient nourishment, reinforces the skin’s lipid barrier, and supports long-term moisture retention without occlusion.
ADVANCED PHYTO-TECHNOLOGICAL ACTIVES
Our scientifically engineered actives are selected for measurable, clinically supported effects on hydration pathways, epidermal renewal, barrier integrity, pigmentation regulation, and overall dermal structure. These biomolecular agents—developed through green-chemistry processes and controlled synthesis—demonstrate high purity, superior compatibility, and optimized delivery into the skin’s surface layers. Each compound is evaluated for performance consistency, irritation potential, and environmental impact.
HYALURONIC ACID
SODIUM HYALURONATE
A versatile glycosaminoglycan with multiple molecular weights; it deeply hydrates and plumps the skin while reinforcing extracellular matrix structure. Improves elasticity and visibly smooths texture.
PANTHENOL
VITAMIN B
A potent humectant and pro-vitamin B₅ that attracts moisture and actively stimulates lipid synthesis in the skin. Soothes irritation, improves elasticity, and supports barrier integrity.
PEPTIDES
PEPTIDES
Short amino acid chains that act as signaling compounds to stimulate collagen and elastin production, improve skin firmness, and diminish expression lines through targeted biochemical pathways.
NIACINAMIDE
NIACINAMIDE
A water-soluble amide of nicotinic acid with multifactorial efficacy in dermatology. It upregulates ceramide synthesis, improves epidermal differentiation, reduces oxidative stress, and downregulates sebum production. Niacinamide also inhibits melanosome transfer and inflammatory mediators (IL-1, IL-6), contributing to a visibly clearer, more even-toned complexion.
ZINC OXIDE
ZINC OXIDE
A mineral-based UV filter that provides photostable, broad-spectrum protection by reflecting and scattering UVA and UVB rays. Zinc oxide also possesses antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, supporting barrier health and minimizing redness in reactive or sensitized skin.
FREULIC ACID
FREULIC ACID
A potent phenolic antioxidant derived from plant cell walls, ferulic acid neutralizes reactive oxygen species and stabilizes other actives such as ascorbic acid and tocopherol. It reduces lipid peroxidation, DNA damage, and inflammatory cytokines, enhancing the photoprotective and anti-aging potential of complex antioxidant systems.
ASCORBYL GLUCOSIDE
ASCORBYL GLUCOSIDE
A stabilized vitamin C derivative that enzymatically converts to active L-ascorbic acid within the skin. It promotes dermal collagen synthesis, suppresses oxidative stress, and reduces melanin formation, contributing to brighter skin tone, improved firmness, and increased antioxidant protection without the instability of pure ascorbic acid.
SALICYLIC ACID
SALICYLIC ACID
A beta-hydroxy acid (BHA) with lipophilic properties, enabling penetration into sebum-rich follicles to dissolve excess oil and debris. It exhibits comedolytic, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial effects, making it effective for acne-prone or congested skin while preserving skin barrier function.
SODIUM PCA
SODIUM PCA
A humectant naturally occurring in the skin’s natural moisturizing factor (NMF). It enhances skin hydration by attracting and retaining moisture in the stratum corneum, promoting elasticity and smooth texture without occlusion.
CERAMIDES
CERAMIDES
Lipid molecules that are essential components of the skin’s barrier matrix. Ceramides restore dermal lipid bilayers, enhance moisture retention, and reduce trans-epidermal water loss. Their inclusion in formulations improves skin barrier repair, especially in dry, irritated, or sensitized skin types.