These 3 Natural Ingredients Will Take your Skin to the Next Level

Real, recognizable ingredients do provide real results.

Believe it or not, conventional skincare products and man-made chemicals are NOT necessary for clearing up acne or minimizing signs of aging. Harsh, harmful ingredients can actually be one of the biggest contributors to premature aging, acne and skin sensitivities.

This is the basis of our business and our mission in making the most natural and effective skincare products on the market. And in our search for the purest ingredients our planet has to offer, we came across three of the most effective skin superfoods found in nature.

These vitamin-rich, reparative and active plant-based ingredients deeply absorb to promote a healthy complexion and powerfully transform your skin, naturally. Keep reading to discover our top 3 ingredients derived from nature that will take your skin to the next level.

Astaxanthin Oil

Asta-what? Asta-ZAN-thin. This deep red/orangey oil is sourced from algae and one of the most potent antioxidants found in nature. It's actually a source of nutrients for several animals including salmon and flamingos - and is also to thank for their bright pink pigment! But don't worry, it won't stain your skin. It deeply absorbs and just leaves behind a seriously healthy glow.

While you can find Astaxanthin as a supplement at your local health food store, when applied topically, it's a powerhouse when it comes to supporting youthful skin. According to research, it's thousands of times stronger than Vitamin C and hundreds of times stronger than CoQ10 - that is a lot of times! And it's not just a lone ranger, it works together with other antioxidants to optimize their potency to pack a serious punch of skin-loving properties.

As a carotenoid (think: sweet potatoes, carrots, squash - and hence, its orangey/pink hue!), it contains a vitamin-rich profile to powerfully protect from UV damage + premature aging, increase elasticity + collagen levels, and stimulate skin regeneration to create a softer, smoother, more even complexion. Rich in Vitamin E, beta-carotene and omega fatty acids it boosts cell renewal, reverses + repairs signs of aging and minimizes pigmentation to promote a more youthful, vibrant appearance.

This is one natural ingredient that's been around forever and is abundant in nature - but is just starting to show up in skincare products. As soon as we came across Astaxanthin and realized its powerful benefits + visible improvements in the skin, we were sold. 

→ SHOP: Plumping Serum | Antioxidant Balm

Green Tea with EGCG

Matcha is having a serious moment, but Green Tea has been used for its health benefits for centuries - and you'll catch our PP Team sipping cups of this polyphenol-rich tea morning, noon and night. :) With its long-standing list of beauty benefits, we knew this natural ingredient needed to become a staple in our topical skincare routines.

Green Tea is rich in polyphenols and chlorophyll which powerfully protect skin from oxidative stress, sun damage + free radical damage and deeply support regeneration at a cellular level by stimulating skin cell turnover, giving a healthy glow to dull complexions. Not only does Green Tea boost moisture and more youthful appearance in mature skin, it helps to balance oil production, decrease redness and detoxify blemish-prone skin.

Brighter, more balanced and purified skin no matter your skin type? Yes, please, we'll take a cup of that.

So what's the deal with EGCG? According to studies, EGCG (epigallocatechin-3-gallate: a seriously potent antioxidant + the most abundant found in Green Tea) is at least 100 times more effective than Vitamin C and 25 times more potent than Vitamin E in neutralizing free radicals and activating DNA repair. This means your skin is getting serious support from Green Tea in promoting collagen production, increasing elasticity, minimizing melanin buildup (which leads to discoloration + hyperpigmentation) and evening skin tone. You guys, Green Tea has got it going on.

Known as the "Fountain of Youth" for oil-rich, sensitive and even mature skin, Green Tea is one plant-based ingredient that you want to sip and apply to your skin every. single. day. 

→ SHOP: Clarifying Mist

Regenerative Whole Hemp Flower Oil

While CBD oil has earned plenty of attention in recent years, hemp oil is quickly emerging as the true under-the-radar powerhouse. Unlike CBD — which is often isolated or processed in ways that strip away nutrients — our regenerative hemp oil comes from the entire hemp flower, allowing every compound to work together just as nature intended.

This nutrient-dense oil is rich in beta-caryophyllene (for elasticity, hydration + collagen support), gallic acid (a potent antioxidant with anti-inflammatory + UV-protective properties), and chlorophyll (known for brightening, purifying + calming stressed skin). Add in a balanced blend of fatty acids, and you get deep nourishment, barrier support, and accelerated cellular regeneration for a healthier, more resilient complexion.

What sets this oil apart is its cannabinoid profile — especially CBG, a skin-soothing, antioxidant-rich compound that helps calm inflammation, balance oil production, and visibly improve concerns like acne, sensitivity, eczema, and psoriasis.

With its ability to hydrate, repair, brighten, and restore, regenerative hemp oil is quickly becoming one of the most versatile superfoods for skin. For the best results, always choose whole-flower, biodynamically grown hemp oil that’s minimally processed and third-party tested for purity — just like the one you’ll find in our Regenerative Hemp Serum + Mask.

→ SHOP: Regenerative Hemp Serum | Regenerative Hemp Face Mask

Which ingredient are you guys most excited to try? Or have you fallen in love with one of them already? Tell us in the comments, can't wait to hear! XO