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Hira Ali Beauty’s Ingredient Glossary: What’s Inside Our Products and Why

Explore skin-smart ingredients across our entire skincare range, explained in a clean, alphabetical format for quick reference.


A

Aloe Vera Juice / Aloe Vera Pulp

Found in: AHA Super Glow Toner, Aloe Therapy Face Wash, Eyespresso Shot, Hydra Glow Mist
Benefits: Powerful calming, hydration, and antioxidant action, ideal after exfoliation or on sensitive skin.

Allantoin

Found in: B5 Collagen Booster Serum, Bright Monster Serum, Rice Glass Serum, C2 Moisturiser, B5 Water based Moisturiser
Benefits: Soothes, protects, and promotes healing—great for sensitive or dry skin.

Alpha Arbutin (2%)

Found in: Bright Monster Serum
Benefits: Targets dark spots and pigmentation; brightens and evens out skin tone safely over time.

Avobenzone, Octocrylene, Homosalate, Sulibenzone

Found in: Sun Of A Beach Sunscreen SPF 40+++
Benefits: Broad-spectrum UV protection—protects against UVA and UVB rays.


B

Vitamin B5 (Panthenol)

Found in: B5 Collagen Booster serum + B5 Water Based Moisturiser
Benefits: Deeply hydrating and soothing; supports skin barrier repair and softness.


C

Ceramides (from Jojoba Oil 95%)

Found in: C2 Barrier Repair Moisturiser
Benefits: Skin-barrier strength, lasting hydration, and softening effect.

Coffee Extract (4%)

Found in: Eyespresso Shot
Benefits: Stimulates circulation, reduces puffiness, and revitalizes tired-looking eyes.

Collagen

Found in:  B5 Collagen Booster Serum, C2 Moisturiser
Benefits: Moisturizing and firming; supports skin elasticity and plumpness.


G

Glycerin (Vegetable Glycerin / Glycerol)

Found throughout products: Serums, moisturizers, face wash, mist, toner
Benefits: A skin‑identical humectant that draws moisture into skin and supports softness.


H

Hyaluronic Acid (Sodium Hyaluronate)

Found in: Most serums, toner, moisturizer, eye serum, sunscreen
Benefits: Holds 1000× its weight in water to plump, hydrate, and smooth skin instantly.


L

Lactic Acid

Found in: Aloe Therapy Ultra Gentle Facewash
Benefits: Gentle exfoliation plus hydration—softens skin while improving texture.

Licorice Extract (5%)

Found in: AHA Super Glow Toner
Benefits: Natural brightener that inhibits melanin production, fades dark marks, soothes inflammation.


N

Niacinamide (Vitamin B3)

Found in: B3 Hydra Glow Serum (10%), Hydra Glow Mist (5%), Eyespresso Shot, Hydra Glow Serum, Rice Glass Serum
Benefits: Regulates oil, refines pores, improves texture and tone, supports barrier strength and clarity.


R

Retinol (0.5% & 1%)

Found in: Retinol Starter Serum, Retinol Pro Serum
Benefits: Encourages cell turnover, smooths fine lines, firms texture, improves skin renewal (use layered with care).


T/V

Tocopherol Acetate (Vitamin E)

Found in: Sunscreen, moisturizer
Benefits: Antioxidant protection to protect skin lipids, nourishes and soothes.

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid & derivatives)

Found in: Double Action Serum
Benefits: Brightens, evens tone, boosts collagen, shields from free radicals. Visible glow in 4–6 weeks.


 

🔄 Ingredient Pairing Cheat Sheet

Ingredient Pairs Best With Avoid Combining With
AHA/BHA Niacinamide, Licorice, HA Retinol (same routine)
Retinol Niacinamide, Peptides AHA, Vitamin C (unless pro)
Vitamin C Vitamin E, Alpha Arbutin, HA Retinol (unless layered wisely)
Niacinamide Everything (great buffer) High-pH cleansers (lowers effect)

🧴 Recommended Routine Based on Concerns

Concern Key Ingredients Suggested Products
Dark Spots AHA, Licorice, Niacinamide, Alpha Arbutin Bright Monster, Super Glow Toner, B3 Hydra Glow Serum
Dryness HA, Glycerin, B5, Ceramides Hydra Glow Serum, C2 Moisturiser, B3 Mist
Acne Marks Alpha Arbutin, Niacinamide, Licorice, Retinol Bright Monster, B3 Hydra Glow Serum, Retinol Starter
Puffiness Coffee Extract, HA, Niacinamide Eyespresso Shot
Sun Protection Avobenzone, HA, Vitamin E Sun of a Beach SPF 40+++

Other Supporting Ingredients

  • Polysorbate‑60, PEG‑40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Lecithin, Propanediol, Sorbitol, Xanthan Gum, EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol: emulsifiers, solvents, stabilizers, preservatives that ensure effective delivery and safety. Found across moisturizers, serums, sunscreens, and more.