Skin Science at the Your Muse

• Protects against oxidative damage from UV exposure and pollution.
• Acts as a cofactor for prolyl hydroxylase and lysyl hydroxylase, enzymes crucial for collagen fibril formation.
• Reduces hyperpigmentation by inhibiting tyrosinase, the key enzyme in melanin synthesis.
• Enhances skin radiance and evens tone.

• Strengthens the skin barrier by upregulating ceramide and free fatty acid synthesis.
• Reduces inflammation and redness associated with acne and rosacea.
• Inhibits melanosome transfer, lightening hyperpigmentation and evening skin tone.
• Regulates sebum production, minimizing oiliness and supporting acne management.

• Attracts and binds up to 1,000 times its weight in water, plumping the skin and reducing the appearance of fine lines.
• Restores skin hydration and elasticity, producing a supple, dewy complexion.
• Facilitates nutrient and waste exchange in the extracellular matrix, supporting tissue repair.
• Enhances barrier function, minimizing TEWL and improving resilience.

• Stimulates collagen synthesis, improving skin firmness and elasticity.
• Accelerates epidermal cell turnover, smoothing texture and reducing fine lines.
• Helps fade hyperpigmentation and acne scars through enhanced exfoliation.
• Unclogs pores, preventing and treating acne breakouts.

• Anti-aging: 0.5% bakuchiol matches retinol for smoothing wrinkles and fading spots in 12 weeks, with less irritation.
• Antioxidant & anti-inflammatory, neutralizes free radicals and soothes redness.
• Gentle & well-tolerated: skips retinoid receptor activation, minimizing irritation and teratogenic concerns.

• Enhances collagen and elastin synthesis, improving skin firmness and reducing wrinkles.
• Promotes wound healing and tissue repair through upregulation of growth factors.
• Improves skin elasticity and tensile strength.
• Acts as carriers for targeted delivery of active molecules.

• Replenishes the intercellular lipid matrix, restoring barrier function and preventing TEWL.
• Reduces dryness, flakiness, and sensitivity by maintaining optimal hydration.
• Protects against environmental stressors and microbial infiltration.
• Supports natural desquamation and overall skin homeostasis.

• Penetrates oil-filled follicles to dissolve sebum and dead cell debris, clearing and preventing comedones.
• Reduces inflammatory mediators, calming red, swollen acne lesions.
• Refines skin texture and brightens complexion by promoting consistent cell turnover.
• Minimizes blackheads, whiteheads, and hyperpigmentation linked to post-inflammatory marks.

• Promotes uniform exfoliation, reducing fine lines, wrinkles, and pigmentation irregularities.
• Stimulates collagen synthesis, increasing dermal firmness and elasticity.
• Enhances skin clarity and brightness by removing superficial dead cells.
• Improves product absorption and amplifies the efficacy of co-applied actives.

Soothing & anti-inflammatory: calms redness and irritation by inhibiting pro-inflammatory cytokines.

• Barrier repair & hydration increases ceramide and hyaluronic acid to lock in moisture.
• Gentle & safe: non-comedogenic, hypoallergenic, suitable for all skin types with minimal irritation.