About Face 4 Men Skin Care Ingredients

Key ingredients Actions/benefits
Allantoin  Stimulates cell regeneration in stressed, affected skin. Improves rough and chapped skin.
Found in: BALM
Aloe Leaf extract A botanical extract that hydrates, softens, and heals. Anti-bacterial, virucidal, and fungicidal and anti-inflammatory. Regulates moisture and has ability to absorb UV light.
Found in: CLEAN, BALM, SCRUB, RENEW, SHOWER, PROTECT
Alpha-hydroxy Acids Botanical fruit acids that exfoliate to remove fine lines, brown spots, impurities, blackheads, and oil found in the uppermost layers of your skin which stimulates the growth of healthy new skin cells.
Found in: SCRUB
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate An emollient and thickening agent composed of amino acids that has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Found in: PROTECT, SERUM, BALM
Amino acids Alanine, Argenine, Aspartic Acid, Glycine, Lysine, Proline, Serine) Aminos are the fundamental constituent of all proteins. They’re anti-oxidants, heal damage, and are natural moisture-binding agents.
Found in: SERUM, BALM
ATP - Adenosine Triphosphate An energy collector and transformer which is involved in all energy consuming biological processes. It improves the skin’s energy level and moisture content.
Found in: SERUM, BALM
Avocado Leaf extract A natural extract rich in Vitamin D, potassium and Vitamin E. Transports active substances into the skin. An anti-bacterial wrinkle fighter that increases the collagen of connective tissue.
Found in: CLEAN, BALM, RENEW, SHOWER
 Beeswax A skin softener with antioxidant properties
Found in: PROTECT
Biotin (Vitamin H) Soothing and healing and important to cell health and reproduction. Essential for the activity of many enzyme systems. A protein builder.
Found in: BALM
Bisabolol Sooths and prevents inflammation.
Found in: NO-TOX
Bitter Almond Oil Softens the skin and clears the complexion.
Found in: SCRUB
 Blueberry Extract Anti-oxidant, increases collagen and healthy cell production
Found in: BALM
 Borage Seed Oil Conditions skin, restores moisture, improves suppleness and smoothness. Very high source of GLA , vitamins and minerals. Shown to stimulate skin cell activity and encourage regeneration. Penetrates easily and benefits all types of skin, particularly dry, dehydrated, mature or prematurely aging skin.
Found in: RENEW
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane Water-resistant UV protection.
Found in: PROTECT
 Caprylic Triglycerides Raw material for skin structure. Emollient.
Found in: CLEAN, RENEW
 Capryloyl Glycine Amino acid which forms a part of collagen and elastin.
Found in: NO-TOX
 Chlorophyllin A stabilized form of chlorophyll with cleansing properties.
Found in: SHOWER
     
Ceramides Naturally occurring skin lipids and a major structural component of skin's outer structure. Enhances skin's water-retention capacity and provides a restorative effect on damaged cellular layer.
Found in: RENEW, SERUM

Citric Acid A mild alpha-hydroxy with astringent and antiseptic properties. Contains Vitamin C and is a natural pH adjuster and preservative.
Found in: CLEAN, BALM, NO-TOX
Citrus Oil Blend A combination of Citrus Oils plus Lemon Bioflavonoids used for astringency and cleansing. Powerful Free Radical fighters (Antioxidants) and contain anti-aging factors that stimulate collagen production.
Found in: SHOWER
Coconut Oil Prevents water loss and has a softening and soothing effect on the skin.
Found In: CLEAN
Comfrey Extract A soothing and healing botanical.
Found in: SHOWER
Cucumber Extract Has soothing, healing, and calming properties. Acts as a natural astringent and helps maintain proper pH balance.
Found in: SHAVE
DMAE DMAE stimulates acetylcholine release which triggers a response in the muscles of the face. This activity creates a firmer facial tone and less sagging. DMAE is used topically to reduce fine lines and wrinkles showing a noticeable difference within 20 minutes of application. Inhibits age spots.
Found in: NO-TOX
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate Water-resistant UV protection and matte finish to skin surface.
Found in: PROTECT, BALM, NO-TOX
Gingko Biloba Extract Contains major active flavenoid molecules that strengthen capillaries and connective tissue structures. Protects tissues against damage by stabilizing cell membranes, acts as an antixoxidant by scavenging free radicals. Also aids the cell to use oxygen and glucose more efficiently for energy.
Found in: CLEAN, SERUM
Ginseng Extract Known for it’s energy giving properties. Aids in diminishing wrinkles by revitalizing tissues and improving skin elasticity and oxygenation.
Found in: RENEW
Glycerin A botanical hydrating agent from coconut and Pine Kernel oils. Attracts water to the intercellular space of the skin, protects the lipids of skin cells.
Found in: BALM, RENEW, SCRUB, PROTECT
Glycine Soja(Soybean Oil) An ingredient rich in proteins, minerals and vitamins. A primary source of essential fatty acids, necessary for healthy skin. Contains beneficial Tocopherols, Sterols, Carotenoids and trace elements.
Found in: RENEW, SERUM
Goldenseal Extract Fights bacterial growth on the skin.
Found in: CLEAN
Grape Seed Extract A powerful extract with high antioxidant properties and contains esters described as the most active in the battle against free radicals. Also helps to oxygenate your red blood cells, which bring nutrients to your skin.
Found in: RENEW, BALM
Grapefruit Extract Contains Vitamin C and glycerin. Antibacterial, antimicrobial, astringent, antiseptic.
Found in: SHAVE
Green Tea Extract A potent anti-oxidant, anti-carcinogenic and anti-inflammatory.
Found in: RENEW, BALM
Hibiscus Extract Relaxes, conditions and moisturizes the skin.
Found in: RENEW
     
Hyaluronic Acid - (Sodium Hyaluronate) Excellent property of moisturization for lubrication in human skin, utilizing water absorption and water holding properties. Softens and returns elasticity to skin exposed to sun radiation and is a very effective protection and regenerator in processes of aging, trauma and metabolic disorders.
Found in: RENEW, SERUM, NO-TOX, PROTECT
Hydrolyzed Glycosaminoglycans Powerful hydrating agent and is revitalizing, firming and toning.
Found in: CLEAN
Hydrocotyl Extract (Gotu Kola) Tightens the skin and increases elasticity. Improves circulation and healing…stimulates collagen production.
Found in: SHOWER
 Ivy Extract A plant extract used to help draw out toxins and reduce water retention, giving skin a firmer, smoother appearance. Antibacterial and soothing.
Found in: BALM, SCRUB
Jojoba Beads A deep cleaning exfolilant that gently buffs away dead skin cells and dulling impurities. Due to the symmetrical shape of the beads, they do not scratch the skin surface.
Found in: SCRUB
Lactic Acid An alpha hydroxy acid extracted from milky plant juices. It exfoliates cells on the surface of skin by breaking down the material that holds skin cells together.
Found in: SCRUB, NO-TOX, SHAVE
Lavender Oil A soothing and rejuvenating aromatic essential oil with anti-inflammatory properties.
Found in: SHOWER, SHAVE, BALM
Lemon Extract A natural antioxidant, preservative, anti-microbial, healing and lymphatic stimulant.
Found in: SCRUB SHOWER, BALM
Lemongrass Extract A powerful botanical is used for its astringent, antiseptic qualities .Effective for controlling oily skin.
Found in: SCRUB
Licorice Extract Anti-irritant and stabilizing extract. Also combats free radicals, and inhibits melanin biosynthesis to avoid hyperpigmentation.
Found in: RENEW
Linoleic Acid Essential fatty acids that enhance protective functions, reduce moisture loss, and secure the skin’s water-retaining capacity.
Found in: SHAVE, BALM
Liolenic Acid Essential fatty acid that’s effective in cell regulation and skin-barrier repair, as well as an antioxidant and an anti-inflammatory.
Found in: CLEAN, BALM
Liposomes An advanced delivery system that significantly enhances
the performance of the transported ingredients. These microscopic spheres are from a natural substance (Soy Lecithin) that is rich in Vitamin “F . The microscopic liposome sac releases it’s cargo after being absorbed into the skin.
Found in: RENEW, SERUM, NO-TOX, SHAVE, BALM,
PROTECT

Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate High content of Vitamin C, anti-oxidant and skin lightening agent.
Found in: BALM
Magnesium Asparate Magnesium, a component of skin’s energy cycle, and aspirate to naturally balance skin Ph.
Found in: BALM
Mannan A polysaccharide with excellent water-binding, anti-oxidant and anti-cancer properties.
Found in: SERUM
Mannitol Anti-oxidant.
Found in: BALM
Melanine Reduces the amount of UV that penetrates the skin cells.
Found in: PROTECT
Niacin Boosts the skin’s natural protective barrier, repairs DNA and stimulates healthy cell production. A re-energizing
agent for photo-damaged skin.
Found in: PROTECT
Oat Kernel Protein A protein that relieves skin irritations, itching and redness. Aids moisture retention and skin absorbency.
Found in: RENEW
Octanoic Acid Protects against bacteria responsible for skin impurities.
Found in: SERUM
Octyl Palmitate An emollient that prevents water loss and has soothing and softening effects on the skin.
Found in: SCRUB, SHAVE
Olive Leaf Extract Has 3 times the anti-oxidant ability as Grape Skin Extract and Green Tea Extract and 15 times greater than Vitamin C. High anti-microbial activity. Rich in Triterpenes and Flavonoids.
Found in: CLEAN, BALM, RENEW, SCRUB, SERUM,
SHOWER, SHAVE

Orange Flower Extract Fragrant extract with a high level of vitamin C, anti-oxidant, calming, softening and revitalizing properties.
Found in: BALM, SHOWER
Oxynex K A highly effective anti-oxidant complex of Vitamins A,C & E
Found in: Protect,No-Tox, Renew, Clean,Shave, balm
Panthenol Stimulates cellular regrowth and aids tissue repair. Imparts a hydrating, conditioning feel and improves skin healing.
Found in: CLEAN, SHOWER
2-Propenoic Acid Diminishes the look of fine lines on the skin.
Found in: SERUM
Retinyl Palmitate Form of vitamin A. It is a combination of retinol (pure vitamin A) and palmitic acid. An effective antioxidant and skin-cell regulator. Reverses photoaging, stimulates collagen synthesis.
Found in: SERUM, BALM, PROTECT, SHAVE
Rhatany Root Extract Anti-oxidant, skin restricting.
Found in: PROTECT
Rosemary Extract A refreshing botanical with antiseptic, astringent, and healing properties. Helps revitalize, moisturize and regulate oil production.
Found in: CLEAN, SHAVE
Rosehip Fruit Oil Rich in Vitamin “C,” a powerful Antioxidant and anti-aging component that helps to preserve skin from destructive elements. Prevents the breakdown of collagen.
Found in: NO-TOX, RENEW, PROTECT, SHOWER
Sage  Extract An herbal extract considered to have astringent, antibacterial, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, stimulating, and healing properties.
Found in: BALM
Shea Butter A deeply penetrating, multi-purpose moisturizer. It boasts numerous protective and healing properties including: natural sun protection, anti-aging benefits , protection from inflammation, rapid burn healing, and scar minimization.
Found in: PROTECT
Sunflower Seed Oil Improves skin’s moisture retention.
Found in: PROTECT
Superoxide Dismutase A powerful nutrient enzyme from vegetable protein. Helps protect skin from toxins and free radicals. Helps stimulate collagen production. See What is S.O.D.?
Found in: SERUM
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate Anti-oxidant that rejuvenates and reduces fine lines in the skin.
Found in: BALM
Sodium PCA It is a natural component of skin that is also a very effective water-binding agent.
Found in: SERUM
Hydrolyzed Soy Lecithin Phospholipids Type of lipid (fat) composed of glycerol, fatty acids, and phosphate. Phospholipids are essential to the function of cell membranes by providing a stable surrounding structure.
Found in: RENEW, SERUM, NO-TOX, PROTECT,
SHAVE, BALM

Squalane A rich vegetable skin lubricant. Helps increase skin respiration and prevents loss of moisture. Retards
the signs of premature aging.
Found in: RENEW, BALM, NO-TOX
Sweet almond Oil Widely beneficial for various skin types. A superb emollient, rich in linoleic and oleic essential fatty acids. Protects the skin and promotes a smooth, young complexion. Aids in relieving various aches and pains, irritation, inflammation and itchiness.
Found in: RENEW, SCRUB, SHAVE
Sunflower seed oil A carrier oil with a high content on linoleic acid and essential fatty acids. Improves skin’s moisture retention.
Found in: PROTECT
Thyme Extract Antimicrobial, antiseptic, astringent and a stimulant to the immune system.
Found in: CLEAN, BALM
 Titanium Dioxide Broad spectrum UVA and UVB blocking capabilities. Non-chemical and safe for sensitive skin. Minimizes the “whitening” effect of other SPF’s.
Found in: PROTECT
Tocopheryl acetate (Vitamin E) A powerful, anti-aging antioxidant. Helps to soothe, protect and regenerate dry, irritated and sun damaged skin. Helps increase the amount of oxygen present in the skin, aiding in new and healthier skin tissue and helps the skin’s moisture barrier.
Found in: CLEAN, RENEW, SERUM, NO-TOX, SHAVE,
BALM, PROTECT, SCRUB

 Tocopheryl Linoleate(E) A deep moisturizing vitamin derivative that – “plumps” underlying skin cells and helps reduce the appearance of wrinkles.
Found in: BALM, SCRUB
Ursolic Acid A component of rosemary with strong anti-irritation, antioxidant and repairing properties.
Found in: NO-TOX
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) Neutralizes free radicals formed upon exposure to U.V. radiation. Significant toning and firming effect on the skin, An Anti-inflammatory that can improve the appearance of freckled complexions, age spots and discolored skin areas.
Found in: SHOWER
Walnut Seed Oil Aid healing in dry, damaged skin.
Found in: PROTECT
(Witch Hazel) Hamamelis Virginiana Astringent and tonic for oily skin conditions. Helps to reduce irritation on infected blackheads. Witch hazel scavenges free radicals, absorbs UVB, and provides healing and soothing.
Found in: TONE
Yeast Cell Extract Skin immune boosting agent , tissue-repair and protective properties.
Found in: RENEW, SERUM
Zinc Gluconate Antimicrobial that’s effective in controlling acne.
Found in: NO-TOX
Zinc Oxide One of the most effective physical sunscreens. UV protection , non-chemical.
Found in: PROTECT