Super A+ Retinol Complex 30ml

All hair and skin types.

Almost always the first ingredient listed in water-based products.

Those interested in understanding preservative systems or identifying potential fragrance allergens.

Benzyl Alcohol is commonly used in professional haircare to support product stability and texture. It can also naturally occur in some essential oils.

Those looking for hydrated, smoother-feeling hair or lighter-feeling formulations.

It is commonly used to help ingredients dissolve and to give formulas a soft, glide-on texture. It appears in many leave-in and rinse-off products due to its versatility.

Those wanting conditioning benefits that do not weigh hair down, including fine or easily-greasy hair types.

It is commonly derived from coconut oil and glycerin and is valued for its silky, non-greasy feel. It is widely used in both skincare and haircare for its gentle, versatile performance.

Those looking for added hydration or smoother-feeling hair.

It is also commonly used as a preservative booster to help maintain formula freshness. It is well tolerated in most haircare products.

Those who enjoy citrus-style fragrances or want products with a fresh aromatic profile.

Citral is naturally present in several essential oils and is listed on labels because it is a recognised fragrance allergen. Only small amounts are typically used to adjust or enhance a product’s scent.

Those who enjoy naturally derived citrus fragrances in haircare.

Like many essential oils, it can also contribute a light refreshing feel in formulations. Its scent strength means it is often used in small amounts.

Those who enjoy naturally derived citrus scents in haircare.

Bergamot peel oil is an essential oil commonly used to add a bright, uplifting fragrance to formulations. It may also offer a subtle smoothing effect depending on the blend.

Those who enjoy naturally derived citrus fragrances in their routine.

Like many citrus oils, it is often included in small amounts primarily for its aromatic contribution. It can naturally contain trace fragrance allergens such as limonene or linalool, which may be listed separately on product labels.

Those who enjoy naturally derived citrus fragrances.

As an essential oil, it contributes scent and may also offer a light refreshing feel in formulations. It can naturally contain trace levels of common fragrance allergens, which are listed separately on ingredient labels when present above threshold levels.

Those who enjoy naturally derived citrus fragrances in their hair products.

Like many essential oils, it can also contribute light aromatic or sensory benefits beyond scent. Its natural composition includes common fragrance components, which may be relevant for people monitoring fragrance use.

Those who enjoy citrus-scented hair products or prefer plant-derived fragrance sources.

As an essential oil, it naturally contains components like limonene that contribute to its scent. Formulators may use it in small amounts to enhance sensory appeal.

All products, especially in hard-water areas.

Used in tiny amounts to keep formulas performing reliably.

Those interested in gentle preservation systems or sensitive scalps may find it relevant.

It is often paired with other preservatives to improve their effectiveness while allowing for lower usage levels. It also has light moisturising and conditioning properties.

Dry or dehydrated hair, and many curl and moisture routines.

A very common, well-tolerated humectant used across countless products.

Formulations that need fragrance retention, odour control or improved delivery of conditioning actives; consumers who want longer-lasting scent or better deposition of actives.

It works by forming inclusion complexes with small, often lipophilic molecules, which can reduce evaporation and mask odours. It is commonly used at low concentrations and is generally well tolerated in rinse-off and leave-on hair products.

Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin is a water-soluble, modified cyclic oligosaccharide that traps guest molecules in its hydrophobic cavity, improving solubility and stability of volatile or poorly soluble ingredients. Typical uses include fragrance stabilisation, controlled release of actives, odour reduction and helping deposition of conditioning agents. It is compatible with many formulation types (shampoos, conditioners, styling products and leave-ins). Use levels are usually low (often under a few percent); formulation behaviour depends on degree of substitution and molecular weight. Not classed as a declarable fragrance allergen.

Those looking for formulas that help smooth the cuticle or gently refine the scalp surface.

Lactic Acid can also provide mild hydrating and smoothing benefits in haircare. Its pH-balancing role helps support product stability and performance.

Those seeking added softness, moisture support or smoother-feeling hair.

It is a phospholipid commonly derived from soy or sunflower and is valued for its ability to enhance spreadability and moisture retention. It can also help stabilise certain formulations.

A fragrance component that must be listed separately on labels because a minority of people can be sensitive to it. Its presence is normal, required disclosure and is not a quality signal.

A fragrance component that must be listed separately on labels because a minority of people can be sensitive to it. Its presence is normal, required disclosure and is not a quality signal.

Those who enjoy naturally inspired, aromatic formulas.

It is a naturally occurring component of several essential oils and is often used to create balanced, pleasant scents in formulations. Its presence does not affect the performance of the product on the hair.

Those seeking lightweight hydration without heaviness.

It also supports product texture and can enhance the performance of other ingredients in a formula.

All products that need protecting from spoilage.

A very common, well-studied preservative used at low levels.

Those who enjoy crisp, outdoorsy fragrance notes in their hair products.

It occurs naturally in many essential oils, especially pine and conifer sources. In formulations it is used mainly for its scent rather than for hair-conditioning effects.

Those wanting lightweight hydration without heaviness.

It is often used as a gentle alternative to glycol-based humectants and can also help improve product texture and absorption.

People interested in targeted scalp treatments or products aimed at improving scalp texture and turnover.

Retinol is more common in skincare than haircare, but small amounts may be included in specialised scalp products. It is typically formulated at low levels to help maintain comfort and balance.

Those looking to improve hair hydration, softness, or manageability.

Its crosslinked structure allows for slower moisture release, helping hair feel hydrated for longer. It is often used in lightweight formulas that aim to boost smoothness without adding weight.

Those interested in how product pH affects scalp comfort or hair cuticle behaviour.

It is used in very small amounts to bring a formula to the desired pH range. Once adjusted, it does not act as a strong alkaline agent in the finished product.

Those looking for added conditioning support or antioxidant benefits in their haircare.

It is commonly used because it is more stable than pure vitamin E while still offering similar benefits. It appears in many leave-in and rinse-off formulations.

Those who enjoy naturally derived aromatic ingredients in their haircare.

Although often valued for its aroma, vanilla extract can also contribute mild antioxidant benefits in formulations. Its presence is mainly for sensory enhancement rather than functional performance.

Those who enjoy softly scented products with a vanilla aroma.

It is one of the most common aroma components used to create comforting, sweet fragrance profiles in cosmetic formulas. Only very small amounts are typically needed for effect.

People who prefer products with a richer or more gel-like texture.

It is a polysaccharide widely used in cosmetics to keep formulas uniform and easy to apply. It works well alongside many other common ingredients.