Meet the Ingredients
BARRIER + BALANCE
Niacinamide
Niacinamide is a form of vitamin B3 that helps support the skin barrier while improving the appearance of excess oil and uneven-looking skin. A versatile ingredient that works well in a simple teen skincare routine.
Find it in: Hydrating Mist Toner + Purifying Clay Face Mask
BRIGHTEN + PROTECT
Vitamin C
Vitamin C is an antioxidant that helps brighten dull-looking skin and support a more even-looking complexion. It also helps protect skin from everyday environmental stressors.
Find it in: Vitamin C Brightening Serum
HYDRATE + PLUMP
Hyaluronic Acid
Hyaluronic acid helps attract and retain moisture in the skin, keeping it feeling hydrated, soft and comfortable. It supports a fresh, plump-looking complexion without adding heaviness — ideal for everyday teen skincare.
Find it in: Vitamin C Brightening Serum + Daily Face Moisturiser
SOFTEN + CONDITION
Jojoba Oil
Jojoba oil is a lightweight emollient that helps soften and condition the skin while supporting its natural moisture barrier. It helps skin feel smooth and comfortable without a heavy, greasy feel.
Find it in: Daily Face Moisturiser + Sunscreen SPF30
HYDRATE + SOOTHE
Aloe
Aloe helps hydrate and soothe the skin, leaving it feeling fresh, calm and comfortable. Its lightweight feel makes it a useful supporting ingredient for teen skin, particularly when skin feels dry or irritated.
Find it in: Acne Face Mask + Purifying Clay Face Mask
CLARIFY + UNCLOG
Salicylic Acid
Salicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid (BHA) that helps clear excess oil and dead skin cells from pores. It’s especially useful for oily, congested and breakout-prone teen skin.
Find it in: Acne Face Mask
ABSORB + PURIFY
Kaolin Clay
Kaolin is a gentle clay that helps absorb excess oil and lift impurities from the skin’s surface. It’s especially useful for oily or congested teen skin, helping skin feel fresh and clean without the need for harsh scrubbing.
Find it in: Acne Face Mask + Purifying Clay Face Mask
MINERAL UV PROTECTION
Zinc Oxide
Zinc oxide is a mineral UV filter that helps protect skin from UVA and UVB rays. Daily sun protection is an important part of a teen skincare routine, helping protect skin from the effects of everyday sun exposure.
Find it in: Sunscreen SPF30
Ingredient Know-How
ACTIVE vs SUPPORTING INGREDIENTS
Not every ingredient needs to be the star of the formula. Some ingredients target specific skin concerns, while others help hydrate, soften, support or keep the formula working as intended.
MORE ISN'T ALWAYS BETTER
Using lots of active ingredients at once doesn't automatically mean better results. For teen skin, a simple, consistent and balanced routine is a great place to start.
CHECK THE FULL INGREDIENT LIST
The ingredients highlighted above are only some of the ingredients used in our formulas. Always check the full ingredient list on the individual product page, especially if you have known sensitivities or allergies.
Ingredient Questions
Yes. Vitamin C can be used as part of your everyday skincare routine. Our Vitamin C Brightening Serum fits into the Treat step of the Farrell Naturals routine. Follow the product directions and remember to use sunscreen during the day.
AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids) are exfoliating acids that help remove dead skin cells from the skin's surface. They can help improve the appearance of dull or uneven-looking skin. Because AHAs can increase sensitivity to the sun, daily sun protection is especially important when using products containing them.
Niacinamide is a form of vitamin B3 that helps support the skin's natural barrier. It can also help improve the appearance of excess oil and uneven-looking skin, making it a useful ingredient for a balanced teen skincare routine.
Salicylic acid is commonly used in skincare for oily, congested and breakout-prone skin. It works inside the pores to help clear excess oil and dead skin cells. Our Acne Face Mask contains salicylic acid and should be used according to the product directions rather than adding multiple salicylic acid products unnecessarily.
Zinc oxide is a mineral UV filter that helps protect skin from both UVA and UVB rays. It is the UV filter used in Farrell Naturals Sunscreen SPF30, which has been independently tested to support its SPF30 and broad-spectrum protection claims.
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