Ingredient Glossary

Syrene is a natural skincare brand and uses both natural and naturally derived ingredients, consciously formulated to develop truly efficacious products. Here is your A-Z guide of our marine and botanical skin heroes, each with its own unique benefit to bring absolute pure radiance.

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Aquaxyl™ offers a 3D hydration hydraconcept of patented combination of natural ingredients which help circulate moisture throughout all skin layers for optimal moisture balance and boosts hyaluronic acid production. Aquaxyl™ also works to strengthen the skin barrier. Skin is left smoother and softer. view products

A potent active ingredient extracted from two different types of algae. Aldavine™ 5X is five times more concentrated to deliver results! In Vivo (on people) testing were done on 56 volunteers, who have wrinkles and dry skin, and applied Aldavine™ 5X for 7 days, twice per day. Results show, Aldavine™ 5X normalises the excessive increase of microcirculation caused by UV exposure, thus preventing premature ageing. Aldavine™ 5X decreases the intensity of dark circles and brightens the eye contour and it reduces eye puffiness. view products

Syrene is formulated with Marine Collagen, which works to hydrate skin and provide instant skin plumping effects. While it’s naturally occurring in our skin, it gradually depletes over time and with exposure to UV rays. Marine Collagen promotes a glowing, vibrant complexion and forms a protective shield for the care of dry, stressed skin. It also helps increase skin’s moisture levels and smoothness. Syrene's Marine Collagen is sustainably extracted from the by-product of tuna fish skin. view products

A red macroalgae extract that protects skin against pollution, to fight premature ageing and help skin produce less oil. In Vivo (on people) testing measured sebum production in a highly polluted environment on 2 groups of 25 women over 12 weeks. Contacticel™ visibly reduced sebum on the skin by 34%. view products

Ephemer™ is a macroalgae cell extract derived from brown algae and plays a crucial role in protecting the mitochondrial DNA, giving your skin cells long-term protection against oxidative stress that can cause that lacklustre appearance. This precious macroalgae contains stable, specific molecules that are nutrient-rich and fast-acting on the skin. Its free radical scavenging powers actively repairs skin at a cellular level to protect and reduce the signs of ageing, for a radiant complexion. Syrene's Ephemer™ cells is cultivated in photobioreactors as a world-first stem cell technology of macroalgae cell culture. It gives stability, as conditions can be controlled and optimised, allowing for maximum antioxidant efficacy. view products

Hyaluronic acid is naturally produced in the body, with the largest amount found in the skin. When applied topically, it functions as a superior skin-replenishing ingredient, helping bind water to collagen, trapping it in the skin to enhance a healthy, supple and dewy complexion. It's known for holding 1000x its weight in moisture and has restorative abilities to prevent water loss and boost skin’s elasticity, in order to relieve the look of fine lines. view products

L22® is an innovative ingredient naturally derived from jojoba oil, macadamia and olive oil. It's designed to deliver the balanced lipid profile of a healthy 22-year old’s skin. Healthy skin produces many different lipid components (skin’s natural fats) including, wax esters, sterol esters, triglycerides, squalene, sterols. Healthy skin maintain these lipids in a proper balance, but unfortunately as we age these lipids become unbalanced. This means the skin barrier has less protection from environmental impurities and the skin’s natural repairing process slows down. L22® helps deliver these lipids in the same balance present in a healthy 22-year-old’s skin, so your skin can defend itself against the signs of ageing. view products

A natural and instant skin tightener with a lifting effect. Extracted from native New Zealand Black Fern, Liftessence™ smooths the appearance of fines lines and wrinkles. In Vivo (on people) testing on 18 women (43-65 years old) smoothed fine lines and wrinkles after 1 hour of application to crows feet. Testing on 19 women (39-65 years old) increased firmness of skin by 12% after 1 hour of application. view products

Lactic acid, is an AHA derived from milk that is both a chemical exfoliant and moisturiser. Lactic Acid exfoliates on the surface of skin by breaking down the material that holds dead skin together, allowing it to shed naturally as it once did. The acid helps to brighten, reduce the look of wrinkles and improve skin texture. view products

Squalene is a lipid produced naturally by your own skin cells, but the amount your body produces declines with age. Squalene works to moisturise and helps fight free radicals. Squalene must be hydrogenated to be included in skin care products, this process then forms Squalane, a skin-friendly oil that's commonly used for acne-prone skin. It's great at balancing oil production, and a wonderful moisturising ingredient. Syrene's squalane is sustainably extracted from olive. view products

Syn® Eye targets dull, ageing and dark under eyes. It's made up of 4 natural and effective ingredients including Hyaluronic Acid, Seaweed Extract, Vitamin B5 and Amino Acids that work to reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles, improves the skin’s texture and smooths the delicate skin around the eye. It also moisturises and energises the skin around the eyes. In Vivo (on people) testing on women aged 35-55 years old over 4 weeks showed a 6% wrinkle reduction after 7 days. A Customer survey to 100 volunteers showed 76% noticed a reduction in under-eye wrinkles, 75% said they had a reduction in crows feet lines, 72% said they noticed a reduction in puffiness and 70% said they had a reduction in dark under eye circles. view products

Vitamin C is a rich antioxidant helping to protect skin against free radicals, brightens the skin, treat the look of pigmentation and reduces the appearance of wrinkles. Vitamin C comes in many forms and Syrene's extract is called Superox-C™, a botanical active extracted from the Australian Kakadu plum - the world’s highest source of Vitamin C. In Vivo (on people) testing on 2 groups of women over 30 days applying Superox-C™ twice daily showed 21% reduction in wrinkles after 15 days and 38% reduction after 30 days on group A. Group B skin luminosity was enhanced by 21% after 15 days and 30% after 30 days. view products

Magnesium, calcium, and potassium are all skin-friendly minerals that can be found in sea salt. These minerals are great at helping combat acne-causing bacteria, skin infections, and speed up the healing process. Sea Salt also helps balance oil production and deeply cleanses the pores for a smooth, clear complexion. view products

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