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If you work with professional skincare, understanding your ingredients is just as important as knowing how to apply the product.

Here are 5 ingredients worth knowing 👇

1️⃣ NIACINAMIDE

A versatile skincare ingredient commonly used in formulations for its skin-conditioning properties.

It can support the appearance of:

• Uneven skin tone

• Dull-looking skin

• Excess sebum

• A weakened-looking skin barrier

💡 Professional tip: Concentration matters, and more isn’t always better. Consider the complete formulation, the client’s skin and how the product is being used.

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2️⃣ SALICYLIC ACID

A beta-hydroxy acid (BHA) commonly used in products designed for oily and blemish-prone skin.

It is oil-soluble and can help exfoliate within the follicular environment.

💡 Professional tip: Always consider concentration, pH, frequency of use and the client’s existing skincare routine when using exfoliating acids.

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3️⃣ GLYCERIN

One of the most widely used humectants in skincare.

Glycerin attracts and helps retain water, making it a valuable ingredient in hydrating formulations.

💡 Professional tip: Don’t overlook the basics. A well-formulated product containing glycerin can provide excellent hydration support.

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4️⃣ HYALURONIC ACID

A humectant used in skincare to help increase hydration.

Different forms and molecular weights can behave differently within a formulation and on the skin.

💡 Professional tip: “Hyaluronic acid” isn’t necessarily one single ingredient experience. The form and molecular weight used can influence the formulation’s characteristics.

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5️⃣ CERAMIDES

Ceramides are lipids naturally found within the skin’s barrier.

They are commonly incorporated into formulations designed to support the skin barrier and reduce the feeling of dryness.

💡 Professional tip: Look beyond the headline ingredient. The ratio and combination of barrier-supporting lipids within a formulation can be important.

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👩‍🔬 THE PROFESSIONAL TAKEAWAY

Don’t just learn what an ingredient does.

Learn:

✔️ Its function

✔️ Its concentration

✔️ Its formulation requirements

✔️ Its compatibility with other ingredients

✔️ Its appropriate use

✔️ The client’s skin condition and routine

✔️ The relevant product claims and regulatory requirements

Ingredient knowledge = better professional decision-making.

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