A serum built around BHA and Salicylic acid, for hydration and smoothing.
A serum built around AHA and Glycolic acid, for hydration and smoothing.
Brand price
INR 550.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · brand's site
Brand price
INR 400.00 · checked 5 Oct 2026 · brand's site
At a Glance
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Key Ingredients
Centella asiatica (Cica)1
Centella asiatica (cica), used to calm irritation.
Astringent (witch hazel / tannin)1
Tannin-bearing astringents such as witch hazel.
Benefits
Hydrating7
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butylene Glycol, Ethoxydiglycol, Gluconolactone, Propanediol, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Zinc PCA
Barrier Repair5
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Allantoin, Centella Asiatica Extract, Cholesterol, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Niacinamide
Reduces Irritation6
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Allantoin, Centella Asiatica Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana Extract, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Zinc PCA
Redness Reducing5
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Allantoin, Centella Asiatica Extract, Niacinamide, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
Hydrating10
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Betaine, Butylene Glycol, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Panthenol, Propanediol, Propylene Glycol, Saccharide Isomerate, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Lactate
Barrier Repair5
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Allantoin, Betaine, Glyceryl Caprylate, Panthenol, Propylene Glycol
Reduces Irritation4
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Allantoin, Panthenol, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
Redness Reducing3
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Allantoin, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
Concerns
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis8
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
C18-22 Hydroxyalkyl Hydroxypropyl Guar, Ceramide 1, Ceramide 2, Ceramide 3, Ceramide 4, Ceramide 6 Ii, Cetyl-Pg Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide, Hydrogenated Lecithin
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis1
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Ingredients Side-by-side
Salicylic Acid (in both products)
Preservative
- BHA
- Salicylic acid
- Acne Fighting
- Exfoliating
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
Glycine Soja Seed Extract (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
Houttuynia Cordata Extract (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract (in both products)
Humectant
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
Rehmannia Chinensis Root Extract (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Cleansing
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Salix Alba Bark Extract (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
Rehmannia Chinensis Root Extract (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract (in both products)
Humectant
Houttuynia Cordata Extract (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Aqua
Solvent
Propanediol
Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Propanediol is the organic compound that conforms to the formula
Learn more about Propanediol →Butylene Glycol
Fragrance, Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Butane-1,3-diol (CAS No. 107-88-0/ EC No. 203-529-7) (R)-(-)-butane-1,3-diol” (CAS No. 6290-03-5/ EC No. 228-532-0)
Learn more about Butylene Glycol →Salicylic Acid
Anti-seborrheic, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Keratolytic, Preservative, Skin Conditioning
Salicylic Acid is a BHA.
Learn more about Salicylic Acid →Glycine Soja Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Glycine Soja Seed is an extract of the Soybean, Glycine soja, Leguminosae
Learn more about Glycine Soja Seed Extract →Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Houttuynia Cordata Extract is an extract of the herb, Houttuynia cordata, Saururaceae
Learn more about Houttuynia Cordata Extract →Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
Astringent, Humectant, Soothing
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract is an extract of the roots of the Scutellaria baicalensis, Lamiaceae
Learn more about Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract →Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of the Neem Tree, Melia azadirachta L., Meliaceae
Learn more about Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract →Rehmannia Chinensis Root Extract
Skin Conditioning, Tonic
Rehmannia Chinensis Extract is the extract of the roots of Rehmannia chinensis, Scrophulariaceae
Learn more about Rehmannia Chinensis Root Extract →Salix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent, Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning, Soothing, Tonic
Salix Alba Bark Extract is an extract of the bark of the White Willow, Salix alba L., salicaceae
Learn more about Salix Alba Bark Extract →
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