Some brands add ingredients at such a low % there is no evidence to say it works. Just so they can put it on the label.
We use evidence-based ingredients with third-party peer-reviewed studies or in-vivo supplier studies (studies done on people). And we add those ingredients at a concentration that’s proven to get you results.
Products
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BUTTER
1% Salicylic Acid
When used at 1%, this oil-soluble active is clinically proven to unclog pores and visibly reduce sebum (oil) production. It’s also a superstar for reducing the appearance of blackheads and blemishes.
4% Niacinamide
This skin barrier best friend is commonly researched at a dose between 2% and 5%. Its clinical results show evidence of improving skin tone and texture, visibly regulating sebum, and reducing the appearance of blemishes.
16% Kaolin
A gentle clay that absorbs excess oil and visibly detoxifies the skin – perfect for dry and sensitive skin types.
3% Colloidal Oatmeal
Colloidal oatmeal is packed with skin-loving compounds shown to soothe, moisturise, and benefit the skin barrier when used between 1% and 3%. Our supplier also guarantees 5-6% beta-glucan content – a prebiotic fibre that feeds good bacteria.
15% Glycerin
A humectant moisturiser that helps our skin cling to water. It’s shown to be an effective hydrator above 3%, and in addition to hydration, a high % of glycerin prevents this formula from being tight and drying.
5% Propylene Glycol
A solvent and humectant that helps other ingredients work their magic by enhancing delivery and skin penetration.
U ZONE
3% Centella Asiatica Complex
Clinically shown to soothe and calm irritated skin while providing moisturising benefits. Because Centella Asiatica is a natural ingredient, the quality can vary between suppliers. Our supplier uses a concentrated form with ten parts plant to every one part water, so your skin gets the extra benefits.
Complex: Concentrated 0.3% centella blended with propanediol (a fantastic skin moisturiser) and glycerin.
6% AHA Complex
A plant extraction complex containing lactic acid, glycolic acid, citric acid, malic acid, and tartaric acid, shown to improve the appearance of skin hydration and brightness, and rejuvenate the complexion at 5% use.
3% Colloidal Oatmeal
Colloidal oatmeal is packed with skin-loving compounds clinically proven to soothe, moisturise, and benefit the skin barrier when used between 1% and 3%. Our supplier also guarantees 5-6% beta-glucan content – a prebiotic fibre in oats that feeds good bacteria.
0.1% Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
This ingredient is a superstar hydrator helping to plump and drench thirsty skin. This “hydrolyzed” version is an extremely low molecular weight type, clinically proven to penetrate deeper than any other form, drawing moisture right into your skin.
2.5% Propylene Glycol
A solvent and humectant that helps other ingredients work their magic by enhancing delivery and skin penetration.
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10% USP Grade Glycerin
The gold standard for skin hydration, clinically proven to visibly hydrate and moisturise skin with added benefits at 10% concentration.
2.5% AQUAPORIN Hydration Complex
Clinically proven Aquaporin Hydration Complex that trains your skin to hydrate itself, visibly enhancing your skin's water distribution channels (the Aquaporins), so your face looks bright and plump.This complex is a combination of 60% glycerin and 40% glyceryl glucoside in line with the clinical and supplier evidence.
3% BioSymmetry Advance™
A concentrated biotech complex unique to Boring Without You, designed specifically for combination skin. Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract has evidence for minimising the look of pores and visibly controlling oil, while madecasosside (an active component of the centella asiatica plant) calms the skin and glycerin hydrates. So, your face looks and feels more balanced.
The formula contains a clinically verified dose of 0.5% Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract and 0.05% madecasosside.
2% Gluconolactone
A humectant, clinically proven to draw water to the skin, smooth texture, and brighten the appearance.
1% Japanese Red Bean Extract
Proven to visibly increase elasticity, so your skin becomes bouncy, firm, and hydrated.
Complex contains 50% Japanese Red Bean, a dose in line with supplier data.
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2.5% AQUAPORIN Hydration Complex
Clinically proven Aquaporin Hydration Complex that trains your skin to hydrate itself, visibly enhancing your skin's water distribution channels (the Aquaporins), so your face looks bright and plump.
This complex is a combination of 60% glycerin and 40% glyceryl glucoside.
3% BioSymmetry Advance™
A concentrated biotech complex unique to Boring Without You, designed specifically for combination skin. Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract has evidence for minimising the look of pores and visibly controlling oil, while madecasosside (an active component of the centella asiatica plant) calms the skin and glycerin hydrates. So, your face looks and feels more balanced.
The formula contains a clinically verified dose of 0.5% Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract and 0.05% madecasosside.
3% Glycerin
The gold standard for skin hydration, clinically proven to visibly hydrate and moisturise skin at 3% concentration.
1.5% Aquaxyl™
It is clinically proven to hydrate and smooth the appearance of skin by reinforcing your barrier, decreasing water loss, and optimising water distribution. It has synergistic effects with 3% glycerin.
Complex contains 50% Xylitylglucoside, 35% Anhydroxylitol, 15% Xylitol
3% Barrier Strength Complex
A complex of Ophiopogon Japonicus (Mondo Grass), shown to visibly reinforce your skin barrier – preventing waterloss for smoother more hydrated skin.
Complex contains a clinically verified dose of 11% Ophiopogon Japonicus root extract, in line with ingredient supplier data.
5% Niacinamide
Commonly studied at a dose between 2% and 5%. 5% is clinically proven to improve skin tone, support your skin barrier, minimise the look of pores, and improve the appearance of oil and blemishes.