Prospela · Ingredient Encyclopedia
What’s inside. And why it’s there.
Every ingredient earns its place twice — once for what it does, once for what it doesn’t. Here’s the research behind each one.
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Hyssop Extract
An ancient herb with modern skin science behind it.
Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis) has been used in traditional medicine for centuries.
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Goldenseal
Nature’s antibiotic for clearer, calmer skin.
Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis) is a North American herb long revered in traditional medicine for its powerful antimicrobial properties.
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Green Tea Extract
One of nature’s most researched skin protectors.
Green tea (Camellia sinensis) is one of the most extensively studied natural ingredients in skincare.
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Copper Tripeptide-1
The peptide science trusts for skin renewal.
Copper Tripeptide-1 (GHK-Cu) is a naturally occurring peptide found in human plasma that plays a crucial role in tissue repair and regeneration.
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Hyaluronic Acid
The molecule that holds 1,000x its weight in water.
Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a naturally occurring molecule in the human body, concentrated in the skin, connective tissue, and eyes.
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Caffeine
Your morning boost — now for your skin.
Caffeine isn’t just for your coffee.
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Aloe Vera
Nature’s most trusted skin soother.
Aloe vera (Aloe barbadensis) has been used medicinally for over 5,000 years across cultures worldwide.
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Calendula
A marigold-derived calm for reactive skin.
Calendula (Calendula officinalis), known commonly as marigold, has been used in European folk medicine for centuries.
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Matricaria (Chamomile) Flower Extract
A chamomile-derived calm for red, reactive skin.
Matricaria chamomilla — German chamomile — is one of the oldest and most-studied soothing botanicals, used for centuries to quiet irritated skin.
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Rosemary Leaf Oil
A purifying, antioxidant-rich botanical for the lash line.
Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) earns its place in a lid-and-lash cleanser for two reasons: it's a rich source of potent plant antioxidants, and it carries a genuine purifying, antimicrobial action.
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Sunflower Seed Oil
A featherweight emollient that softens without clogging.
Sunflower seed oil (Helianthus annuus) is a featherweight emollient chosen for one balancing act: it softens and conditions skin while supporting — rather than smothering — its natural barrier.
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