Skin Science

Skincare Ingredients

Explore the natural, organic and scientifically selected ingredients used across Nourish London formulations.

Abyssinian Oil

Abyssinian Oil

A lightweight, fast-absorbing plant oil that deeply hydrates and supports the skin's moisture barrier without feeling greasy.

Softens and cushions dry-feeling skinReduces water loss, supports barrierAbsorbs quickly with a silky finish
Active Ingredients

Almond Oil (Sweet)

A rich, nourishing emollient oil that helps lock in hydration, support the skin's barrier and leave skin feeling comfortable.

Deeply moisturises dry, flaky skinSupports skin barrier functionProvides antioxidant support
Active Ingredients

Argan Oil

A nourishing oil rich in fatty acids and Vitamin E that helps restore, repair and reinforce the skin's natural barrier.

Reinforces the skin's moisture barrierSupports antioxidant defencesImproves skin elasticity with use
Beta Glucan
Hydrators & Barrier Support

Beta Glucan

Beta glucan is a natural polysaccharide from yeast that hydrates, soothes and strengthens the skin's barrier.

Hydrates and retains moisture at the skin's surfaceSoothes irritation and rednessStrengthens the skin's natural barrier
Active Ingredients

Borage Oil

One of the richest natural sources of GLA, helping to calm inflammation and rebalance a compromised skin barrier.

Corrects fatty-acid imbalancesSupports moisture retentionCalms reactive, irritation-prone skin

Calendula Oil

A soothing botanical extract that calms irritation, supports the skin barrier and offers antioxidant protection against everyday stress.

Calms and soothes irritated skinSupports barrier functionProvides antioxidant protection
Carnosine
Active Ingredients

Carnosine

A naturally occurring dipeptide that defends collagen and elastin from glycation and oxidative damage, helping to support firmer, more resilient-looking skin.

Defends against glycation-related stiffeningNeutralises free radicals and oxidative damageSupports firmer, more resilient-looking skin
Ceramides
Active Ingredients

Ceramides

Natural lipids that make up around half of the skin's barrier, helping to lock in moisture and keep out irritants.

Minimises moisture loss through the daySupports barrier repair after damageProtects deeper skin layers from environmental stressors
Griffonia

Griffonia

A botanical extract that protects against pollution-driven oxidative stress while forming a light, firming film on the skin's surface.

Immediately tightens the skinProtects against pollution-induced oxidative stressSupports collagen synthesis
Hyaluronic Acid
Active Ingredients

Hyaluronic Acid

A naturally occurring moisture-binding ingredient that attracts and retains water, leaving skin hydrated, smoother and more supple.

Attracts and retains moistureSupports smoother-looking skinImproves the appearance of dehydration lines

Jojoba Oil

A liquid wax that closely mimics the skin's own sebum, delivering deep hydration and barrier support without clogging pores.

Moisturises without a greasy feelSupports the skin barrierProvides antioxidant support

Macadamia Oil

A lightweight, fast-absorbing oil rich in palmitoleic acid, helping to replenish the skin's natural barrier as it ages.

Absorbs rapidly, mimicking sebumReplenishes omega-7 for ageing skinLocks in moisture, softens skin
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
Peptides

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5

A lipid-modified signal peptide that encourages fibroblasts to rebuild collagen and helps block the enzymes that break it down.

Encourages fibroblasts to resume collagen productionSoftens the appearance of fine lines and wrinklesRestores firmness and elasticity
Pea Peptide

Pea Peptide

A plant-derived peptide from fermented peas that conditions hair and skin while providing antioxidant protection.

Smooths hair and reduces frizzEnhances hair hydration and fibre smoothnessProvides antioxidant protection
Peptides
Active Ingredients

Peptides

Small protein fragments that help support firmer, smoother and healthier-looking skin by encouraging the skin's natural renewal processes.

Helps improve the appearance of fine linesSupports firmer-looking skinEncourages healthier-looking skin

Pineapple Enzyme

A gentle, enzyme-based extract from pineapple that exfoliates dead skin cells without the irritation of harsher chemical or physical exfoliants.

Exfoliates gently without irritationImproves the appearance of skin textureCalms reactive or problematic skin
Pomegranate Enzyme

Pomegranate Enzyme

A gentle, enzyme-based extract that exfoliates dead skin cells and supports healthy cell turnover without irritation.

Provides gentle exfoliationAccelerates cell turnoverBoosts hydration and radiance

Pumpkin Seed Oil

A naturally structured oil rich in linoleic acid and antioxidants, reinforcing the skin's barrier and defending against everyday stress.

Supports the skin barrierDelivers natural antioxidant protectionSupports smoother emulsion textures
Rose of Jericho
Active Ingredients

Rose of Jericho

A resilient desert plant extract that deeply hydrates and protects the skin, helping to restore moisture balance and support skin's natural resilience.

Helps prevent water loss during dehydrationSupports long-lasting, deep hydrationEncourages a stronger, calmer skin barrier

Rosehip Oil

A vitamin-rich botanical oil that helps brighten skin, support collagen production and even out skin tone.

Supports hydration and moisture barrierProvides antioxidant protectionRich in vitamin C for collagen

Shea Butter

A rich, nourishing botanical butter that provides intensive moisture and helps restore the skin's natural lipid barrier.

Replenishes the skin's lipid barrierProvides long-lasting moistureContributes plant-derived antioxidants

Soybean Oil

A lightweight, phyto-active oil rich in essential fatty acids that nourishes, softens and protects the skin's natural barrier.

Reinforces the skin's lipid barrierProvides antioxidant protectionLightweight, fast-absorbing hydration

Sunflower Oil

A lightweight, non-comedogenic oil rich in linoleic acid and vitamin E, offering barrier support without heaviness.

Lightweight, non-comedogenic emollientSupports barrier, reduces moisture lossProvides antioxidant protection
Tocopherol

Tocopherol

A fragile but powerful antioxidant that helps defend the skin against free radical damage from UV exposure and pollution.

Helps defend against free radical damageSupports skin barrier and softnessPairs well with daytime SPF
Vitamin C

Vitamin C

The skin's most abundant antioxidant, helping to protect against free radical damage, support collagen production and even out skin tone.

Converts to active ascorbic acidSupports UV photoprotectionPromotes collagen production
Zinc Oxide
Active Ingredients

Zinc Oxide

A physical mineral filter that sits on the skin's surface, reflecting UV radiation to help protect against sun damage and premature ageing.

Reflects and scatters broad-spectrum UV radiationHelps protect against sunburn and photoageingTested to a mean SPF of 26.2 in independent trials