Ingredient Library

Explore the ingredients selected to deliver ZS extreme efficacy.

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A
Alanine (Synthetic)

A hydrating amino acid that promotes the synthesis of collagen and elastin and helps skin retain moisture and balance moisture levels.

INCI Reference: Alanine.

Aloe Vera (Organic Plant Extract)

A skin-drenching extract from the Aloe Vera plant, well-known for it's healing and rejuvenating properties, that soothes, tones and tightens the skin. INCI Reference: Aloe Barbendis Leaf Juice Powder.

INCI Reference: Aloe Barbendis Leaf Juice Powder.

Alpha-Arbutin (Synthetic)

A skin-brightening antioxidant that inhibits melanin formation, evens skin tone and improves the appearance of dark spots and post-inflammatory pigmentation.

INCI Reference: Alpha Arbutin.

Aqua (Water)

Water may constitute one of the phases of an emulsion (to help alter its texture). It may also be used as a solvent to dissolve or dilute certain ingredients. It may be added to a formula during the production stage, or it may already be present in certain raw materials used in ZS formulas. The water we use is sourced near our production sites and is then purified in order to obtain a level of purity and quality that is consistent with current regulatory requirements.

INCI Reference: Aqua (Water)

Aquaxil (Plant Extract)

A plant sugar derivative that limits water loss and strengthens the skin barrier whilst increasesing the production of Natural Moisturisation Factors (NMF's), Lipids, and Hyaluronic Acid.

INCI Reference: Xylitylglucoside - Anhydroxylitol - Xylitol.

Arginine (Biotech)

A moisture balancing aminio acid that helps the skin retain moisture levels and protects against free radical damage.

INCI Reference: Arginine.

Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter (Plant Extract)

A seed butter fat that seals in hydration and soothes skin irritation.

INCI Reference: Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter.

Avocado Oil Glycereth-8 Esters (Plant Extract)

An emulsifying cleansing agent that enhances barrier function.

INCI Reference: Avocado Oil Glycereth-8 Esters.

B
Betaine (Plant Extract)

A humectant and skin-conditioning amino acid, obtained from sugar beet molasses that soothes the skin and helps regulate to water loss.

INCI Reference: Cocamidopryl Betaine.

Bilberry Fruit Extract (Plant Extract)

A potent source of antioxidants that protects from environmental stressors, whilst calming compromised and sensitised skin.

INCI Reference: Vaccinium Myrtillus (Billberry) Fruit Extract.

Bio Bamboo Water (Biotech Ferment)

Silica rich Bamboo Water fermented with Lactobacillus Lactis, creates a bio-chelated Silica that increases hydration and mositurisation and enhances epidermal slip for +24hrs.

INCI Reference: Lactobacillus Arundinaria Giantea Ferment Filtrate.

Bio-Chelate 5 (Mineral Biotech Ferment)

A mineral-rich bio ferment of zinc, iron, silicon, copper and magnesium transformed into bio-active materials that become a powerhouse of benefits. Enhances barrier function, increases growth factor expression, decreases skin-stress and stimulates cellular energy production.

INCI Reference: Saccharomyces/Zinc Ferment, Saccharomyces/Magnesium Ferment, Saccharomyces/Iron Ferment, Saccharomyces/Copper Ferment, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Saccharomyces/Silicon Ferment.

C
Centella Extract (Organic Plant Extract)

Concentrated bio-active components that ease inflammation, redness and irritation whilst stimulating lymphatic drainage.

INCI Reference: Centella Asiatica Leaf.

Cocamidopropyl Betaine (Natural Derivative)

A natural and mild surfactant (foaming agent) that provides a gentle cleansing action with a creamy microfoam designed to be non-irritating for more sensitive skin.

INCI Reference: Cocamidopropyl Betaine.

Collagen Prepeptide / Tripeptide-29 (Biotech)

A bioavailable, pure Tripeptide mimicing amino acid that is capable of increasing fibroblast activity and stimulating type I collagen synthesis by 400% after 48hrs; promoting wrinkle reduction, plumpness and smoothness.

INCI Reference: Tripeptide-29, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate.

Cotton Seed Oil (Plant Extract)

A fatty acid that acts as an emollient to hydrate and smooth the skin.

INCI Reference: Gossipyium Herbaceum (Cotton) Seed Oil.

Cucumber Extract (Plant Extract)

A softening and moisturising extract and natural antioxidant that freshens, tightens, tones and contours tired and lax skin.

INCI Reference: Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract.

D
Diglycerin (Naturally Derived)

A skin-identical humectant penetrates slowly and provides longer lasting moisture than glycerin due to its high molecular weight that allows it to sit on skin longer on the skin for prolonged hydration.

INCI Reference: Diglycerin.

E
Ectoin (Biotech Ferment)

A powerful and dynamic environmental-sheld and microbiome supporter that boosts hydration and elasticity, whilst brightening the skin.

INCI Reference: Ectoin.

F
Fructose (Plant Extract)

A humectant and exfoliator extracted from Cichorium Intybus (chicory) / Helianthus tuberosus (sun) rootwith water binding properties.

INCI Reference: Fructose.

Fruit Acid Blend (Biotech Ferment)

Fermented extracts and naturally occurring Alpha Hydroxy Acids that smoothes and exfoliates, whilst stimulating cell renewal, hydrating and promoting radiance.

INCI Reference: Fruit Ferment Extract.

G
Glycerine (Plant Extract)

Used in cosmetics and personal care products to improve skin smoothness and moisture content. It is a humectant and natural emollient derived from plant fats.

INCI Reference: Glycerine.

S
Sodium Hyaluronate (Natural Ferment)

A hydrating, plumping and line reducing Hyaluronic Acid extract that moisturises, firms and progressively redensifies the skin, restoring tonicity.

INCI Reference: Sodium Hyaluronate.

Sea Buckthorne Fruit Oil (Plant Extract)

An anti-inflammatory oil rich in fatty acids that softens the skin and soothes irritation.

INCI Reference: Hippophae Rhamnoids (Seabuckthorne) Fruit Oil.

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate (Natural Derivative)

A natural and mild surfactant (foaming agent) that provides a gentle cleansing action with a creamy microfoam designed to be non-irritating for more sensitive skin.

INCI Reference: Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate.

Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate (Natural Derivative)

A natural and mild surfactant (foaming agent) that provides a gentle cleansing action with a creamy microfoam designed to be non-irritating for more sensitive skin.

INCI Reference: Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate.

Sodium Methyl Oleoyl Taurate (Natural Derivative)

A natural and mild surfactant (foaming agent) that provides a gentle cleansing action with a creamy microfoam designed to be non-irritating for more sensitive skin.

INCI Reference: Sodium Methyl Oleoyl Taurate.

Squalane (Plant Extract)

An exceptionally moisturising emollient that absorbs in the lipidic layers of your skin, that helps to prevent moisture loss whilst aiding the restoration of the skin's suppleness and glow. Smoothes, firms, hydrates, comforts and strengthens the the skin barrier.

INCI Reference: Sqaulane.

Sugar Maple Extract (Plant Extract)

An exfoliating extract that helps ease inflammation and improves hydration.

INCI Reference: Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) Extract.

L
Lactic Acid (Plant Extract)

An exfoliating, hydrating and skin-softening Alpha Hydroxy Acid that retexturises the skin and encourages ceramide production.

INCI Reference: Lactic Acid.

Lemon Fruit Extract (Plant Extract)

A brightening extract that exfoliates and improves overall skin tone.

INCI Reference: Citrus (Lemon) Fruit Extract.

Linseed Oil (Plant Extract)

A rich source of skin-strengthening omega fatty acids that helps prevent moisture loss and soothes redness and irritation in the skin.

INCI Reference: Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil.

Lycine HCL (Synthetic)

A hydrating amino acid salt that helps distribute water throughout the skin.

INCI Reference: Lycine HCL.

N
Niacinamide (Synthetic)

A multi-functional, skin-brightening form of of Vitamin B3 that calms and soothes inflammation, up-regulates ceramides and decreases the appearance of pores.

INCI Reference: Niacinamide.

O
Oat Oil (Plant Extract)

Rich in essential fatty acids, including omega-3, omega-6, and omega-9, essential for maintaining healthy skin, Oat Oil strengthens the skin barrier, promotes collagen production and reduces inflammation.

INCI Reference: Avena Sativia (Oat) Kernal Oil.

Olivem 300 (Plant Derivative)

A skin-softening Olive Oil derived surface active; promoting skin-smoothness and long term moisture.

INCI Reference: Olive Oil PEG-7 Esters.

Orange Fruit Extract (Plant Extract)

An antioxidant rich brightening extract that exfoliates and improves overall skin tone.

INCI Reference: Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract.

P
Panthenol (Synthetic)

A hydrating Provitamin and humectant that attracts water, comforts, and deeply moisturises the skin from within.

INCI Reference: Panthenol.

Parfum (Fragrance)

ZS uses the highest quality fragrance, crafted in accordance with the strictest ISO standards. The ZS Signature Scent is composed with notes of Calamanzi, Violet Leaf, Ginger, Nocturnal Blossoms, Amber, Blonde Woods, White Musk, Orris, Vetiver and Suede from a mix of natural and synthetic origination.

INCI Reference: Parfum (Fragrance).

Pentavitin (Plant Extract)

A deeply hydrating and long lasting molecular structure that binds to the skin surface like a moisture magnet to soothes and comfort. Addresses the five vital signs of hydration and plays a key role in the health and function of the skin barrier.

INCI Reference: Saccharide Isomerate, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid.

Pomegranate Enzymes (Plant Extract)

A gentle and effective exfoliator that addresses product build up, smoothes, retexturises the skin and improves skin tone.

INCI Reference: Lactobacillus/Punica Granatum Fruit Extract.

Prebiulin FOS (Plant Extract)

Chicory extracted Prebiotics that hydrates, rebalances and restores disrupted skin microbiota.

INCI Reference: Fructose, Inulin.

Prodew 600 (Biotech)

A deeply moisturising Amino Acid blend mimicing NMF Natural Moisturising Factors that improves skin barrier function, inhibits TEWL Transepidermal Water Loss and improves the appearance of wrinkles within two weeks.

INCI Reference: Proline, Serine, Threonine, Valine, Sodium PCA, Aqua (Water), Glycine, Phenylalanine, Alanine, Arginine, PCA, Aspartic Acid, Histidine, Sodium Lactate, Isoleucine.

R
Resplanta Babassu (Plant Extract)

A non-ionic ingredient that add adds emolliency that gently cleanses the skin.

INCI Reference: Babassu Oil Glycereth-8 Esters.

Revinage WPO (Plant Extract)

A plant-based, Retininol-like extract that adresses photoaging, promotes firmness and stimulates Type 1 collagen and elastin production.

INCI Reference: Astrocaryum Murumuru Seed Butter, Bidens Pilosa Extract, Gossypium Herbaceum (Cotton) Seed Oil, Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil, Tocopherol

Rhodofiltrat Palmaria G. (Plant Extract)

An Amino Acid-rich Red Algae concentrate that activates microcirculation, improves lymphatic drainage, contours and depuffs.

INCI Reference: Palmaria Palmata (Red Algae) Extract.

Rice Bran Oil (Refind Plant Extract)

A natural, nutrient-dense antioxidant rich in essential fatty acids and vitamin E that protects from free radicals, reduces inflammation, strengthens and maintains a healthy skin barrier.

INCI Reference: Orza Satva (Rice) Bran Oil.

T
Tego Cosmo C250 (Synthetic)

A skin-brightening amino acid derivative that fights pigmentation and suppresses tyrosinase activity in melanocytes by 30% whilst recharging the skin and protecting from environmental stressors.

INCI Reference: 1-Methylhydantoin-2-Imide.

Tremella Extract (Plant Extract)

Polysaccaride and Antioxidant-rich Snow Mushroom extract containing active film-forming hydrators that binds moisture and boosts collagen for plumper, smoother skin.

INCI Reference: Tremella Fusiformis Sporocarp Extract.

V
Vitamin E (Plant Extract)

A natural antioxidant source that supports skin-longevity, nourishes the skin and fortifies the natural barrier.

INCI Reference: Tocopherol.

W
Wild Indigo (Plant Extract)

A redness reducing Wild Indigo extract that inhibits 70% of cortisol production within 2hrs of application and activates the release of a natural calming neuropeptide to reduce stress in the skin improving overall skin tone within two weeks.

INCI Reference: Tephrosia Purpurea Seed Extract, Propanediol.