Add these to your beauty glossary

There are a lot of buzzworthy ingredients entering the beauty sphere these days, but where to start? Here we cut through the noise to offer you some insight into a handful of luxurious, five-star formulations we think are more than worthy of being added to your daily beauty routine. 

Abyssine 
The superpowered alga 

Abyssine comes from the depths of the deep blue sea: It’s a form of algae harvested from rich mineral seawater in the hydrothermal vents on the floor of the Pacific Ocean, miles below sea level. The impressive, naturally derived ingredient invigorates hair strands, creating bounce in aging hair, and making it suitable for all hair types.   
You’ll find Abyssine in Kerastase’s Chronologiste 3-Step Revitalizing Routine, which works to deliver hydration, shine, and youthful bounce in hair while reducing frizz — and smelling exquisite.  

Diamonds 
The powerful mineral 

Diamonds are a girl’s best friend for more than one reason: They’re a surprising powerhouse when it comes to anti-aging. Used in the form of diamond peptides, they have a comparable structure to distinct proteins in cells, making them highly effective at repairing and preventing stress, inflammation, and signs of aging, as well as protecting cell DNA.  
One of our favorite peptide products? Omorovicza’s Blue Diamond Concentrate wraps up the supercharged particles within an elegant, velvety serum.  

Peony  
The botanical maestro 

A stunning light pink flower we already love, plus skin benefits! Perfect for people who wish to brighten their skin or who live in cities, peonies are loaded with antioxidants to protect skin from damage caused by free radicals and UV rays. Peony extract also contains phenol, which is antibacterial and more significantly anti-inflammatory, supporting all-round skin health. 
You’ll find peony in Sisleÿa L’Intégral Anti-Âge La Cure, along with another botanical powerhouse: Mariposa Blanca Rhizone, a beautiful white flower from Hawaii which, strengthens the mitochondria network that supplies energy to our cells, helping with things like wound healing, pigmentation, and skin renewal. 

Purslane 
The green queen  

Purslane is a leafy vegetable used for healing since ancient times. It’s a super anti-inflammatory antioxidant that contains high amounts of omega fatty acids and skin-loving nutrients, making it both ultra-nourishing and calming for the skin. While it offers a bounty of health benefits when eaten, its superpowers really come into play when it's infused in skincare products. 
It’s no wonder Dr. Barbara Sturm — the highly praised German aesthetician who’s widely known for her anti-inflammatory philosophy — is a huge fan of the ingredient. It’s used in all her products, including her Face Cream, Cleanser, and Hyaluronic Serum. 

Pitera™
The sake-inspired skin hero

In their search for powerful skincare ingredients, SK-II scientists chanced on an old master sake brewer whose hands looked like those of someone half his age. This led to the research and discovery of Pitera™, a fermented liquid that’s beloved by the beauty-obsessed for its ability to preserve the skin barrier, significantly enhancing the skin’s moisture levels.
This luxurious ingredient is exclusive to SK-II, with 90 percent of the label’s Facial Treatment Essence comprising of the light liquid. Pressing it into your freshly cleansed skin will enhance skin texture, elasticity, firmness, hydration, and more.

TFC8®
The lab-made superstar

TFC8 stands for Trigger Factor Complex, created by the world’s leading scientist in regenerative medicine, professor Augustinus Bader of Leipzig University. Professor Bader believes our own body is the most remarkable machine, and his TFC8 complex has all the nutrients and triggers to orchestrate our skin to repair itself and exhibit other favorable behaviors through supporting natural epigenetic factors.
You’ll find the ingredient in the brand’s most iconic and beloved products, The Cream and The Rich Cream. They didn’t take long to reach cult status among many celebrities and skin experts, and for good reason — these two luxuriously textured creams will slip seamlessly into anyone's skincare routine.