The Material Library

Niacinamide is one of the most recognized skin-supporting materials in contemporary skincare. It is valued because it can support the look of a more balanced, smoother, and more even complexion across many skin types.

We use niacinamide when the goal is visible refinement without making the product feel aggressive. It brings a polished performance character to products focused on tone, texture, and overall skin clarity.

Where it may appear: Refining Gel Serum, Retinal Night Serum, Restorative Barrier Cream, Silky Body Lotion, and select future treatments.

INCI: Acetyl Glucosamine

N-Acetyl Glucosamine, often abbreviated as NAG, is a skin-conditioning material derived from glucose. It is commonly used in skincare where the goal is a more refined and even-looking appearance.

We use N-Acetyl Glucosamine in products designed for visible refinement. It pairs especially well with niacinamide, helping support a more sophisticated approach to tone and texture.

Where it may appear: Refining Gel Serum, Silky Body Lotion, and select future tone-focused treatments.

Retinal is a vitamin A derivative in the retinoid family. It is related to retinol, but it is generally considered a more advanced form within skincare because of where it sits in the vitamin A pathway.

We select retinal for night-use treatments focused on the appearance of smoother, more refined skin. It supports improved-looking texture, a polished complexion, and a more refreshed appearance over time.

Retinoids can be powerful materials, so the finished product experience matters. Our approach pairs retinal with comfort-supporting materials so the product feels refined in use.

Where it may appear: Retinal Night Serum and select future night-use treatments.

Urea is naturally present in the skin as part of the skin’s own moisturizing system. In skincare, it is valued for supporting hydration, comfort, and a smoother-feeling surface.

We use urea where hydration and refinement need to work together. It helps support a more conditioned feel while contributing to the appearance of smoother, better cared-for skin.

Where it may appear: Refining Gel Serum, Silky Body Lotion, and select future hand, body, or texture-focused treatments.

Squalane is a refined emollient known for its elegant, lightweight feel. It is related to squalene, a lipid naturally present in the skin’s sebum, but squalane is the more stable form used in skincare.

We use squalane when we want nourishment without a heavy or greasy finish. It helps support a conditioned, elegant after-feel and works beautifully in products designed for comfort, glide, and refined richness.

Where it may appear: Whipped Body Butter, Retinal Night Serum, Restorative Barrier Cream, Copper Peptide Repair Cream, and select future treatments.

INCI: Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil

Jojoba oil is technically a liquid wax ester rather than a traditional oil. This gives it a distinctive skin feel: smooth, elegant, and less heavy than many richer plant oils.

We use jojoba oil when we want conditioning and glide without overwhelming the finish. It helps support a polished, well-cared-for skin feel in richer body-care and emollient-focused products.

Where it may appear: Whipped Body Butter, Restorative Barrier Cream, Copper Peptide Repair Cream, and select future emollient-rich treatments.

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is an emollient ester used to improve slip, spread, and finish. It helps products feel more refined on the skin, especially when a formula contains richer oils, butters, or waxy materials.

We use it because luxury texture is not only about richness. It is also about how the product moves, how easily it spreads, and how polished it feels after application.

Where it may appear: Whipped Body Butter, Silky Body Lotion, and select future body-care or cream products.

Coco-Caprylate/Caprate is an emollient ester often used as a lightweight alternative to heavier-feeling oils. It is valued for its smooth spread, refined glide, and elegant skin finish.

We use it to make richer products feel more polished. It helps soften the feel of butters and oils, allowing the finished product to feel indulgent without becoming overly dense.

Where it may appear: Whipped Body Butter, Refining Gel Serum, Silky Body Lotion, and select future products where refined slip is important.

Dimethicone is a non-cyclic silicone used in skincare for slip, comfort, and a smoother-feeling finish. It is different from cyclic silicones such as D4, D5, and D6, which Vyalure avoids.

We use dimethicone selectively when it improves the finished experience. It can help reduce drag, support a more elegant application, and leave the skin feeling smoother without relying on volatile cyclic silicone systems.

Where it may appear: Whipped Body Butter, Silky Body Lotion, and select future treatments where a smoother after-feel is desired.

INCI: Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil

Meadowfoam Seed Oil is a plant oil valued for its elegant feel and natural oxidative stability. It brings a conditioned, refined quality to richer products without making the finish feel overly heavy.

We use it where skin feel and material integrity both matter. It can support the cushion and richness of a product while helping the overall emollient system feel more polished.

Where it may appear: Restorative Barrier Cream, Copper Peptide Repair Cream, Silky Body Lotion, and select future cream or treatment products.

INCI: Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate

Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate is a cleansing surfactant used to create a refined lather and a more comfortable cleansing experience. It is valued in modern cleansing systems because it can cleanse effectively without the harsh feel associated with stronger detergency.

We use SLMI as part of a more elegant cleansing direction. It helps build a cleanser that feels polished in use, with foam that feels smooth and skin that feels better cared for after rinsing.

Where it may appear: Conditioning Body Cleanser, Conditioning Face Cleanser, and select future cleansing products.

Decyl Glucoside is a plant-derived nonionic surfactant often used in mild cleansing systems. It can help support cleansing performance while contributing to a more balanced, approachable foam character.

We use it as part of a broader cleansing system rather than relying on one surfactant alone. In a well-built cleanser, each surfactant has a role in the foam, feel, rinse, and overall cleansing experience.

Where it may appear: Conditioning Body Cleanser, Conditioning Face Cleanser, and select future cleansing products.

Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside is a plant-derived nonionic surfactant often used for solubilizing. In cleansing products, it can help support the incorporation of fragrance or other oil-compatible materials into a water-based system.

We use it where the product needs better integration of sensory materials without relying on PEG-based solubilizers. It supports the overall clarity, uniformity, and sensory balance of the finished cleanser.

Where it may appear: Conditioning Body Cleanser and select future fragranced cleansing products.

Glycerin is naturally present in the skin’s moisturizing system and is widely used in skincare for hydration support. In cleansing products, it helps improve the comfort profile of the finished experience.

We use glycerin where a product needs to feel more conditioned and less stripping. In cleansers, it helps support the after-feel so the product does not rely only on foam to feel effective.

Where it may appear: Conditioning Body Cleanser, Conditioning Face Cleanser, Refining Gel Serum, Retinal Night Serum, Silky Body Lotion, and select future products.