Ingredients

behind the INCI

We believe you should know what you put on your skin & why.

  • our formulas are developed for sensitive skin
  • our actives are at levels safe for younger skin
  • our formulations are plant based & vegan
  • our range is derm tested & fragrance free

We call it behind the INCI*

We'll always share our full ingredients, what each ingredient does and why it's there.

* We prefer INCI vs. the mouthful that is the International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients!! But, it's a standardised system for naming ingredients used in cosmetics and personal care products. bfore will always share what's behind the INCI so you know what you're putting on your skin & why.

behind the INCI - Our Australian Extracts

  • DAVIDSON PLUM
    Davidsonia Jerseyana
    Fruit Extract

    A multi-benefit botanical ingredient that exfoliates, calms, hydrates & brightens skin naturally. Its anti-inflammatory properties help to sooth redness & irritation.
    Found in bfore Moisture Cream

  • FINGER LIME
    Citrus Australasica Fruit Extract

    Rich in antioxidants & soothing compounds, helps retain moisture & boost hydration, as well as gently remove dead skin cells to promote skin radiance.
    Found in bfore Moisture Cream

  • KAKADU PLUM
    Terminalia Ferdinandiana
    Fruit Extract

    A natural, gentle Aussie native fruit, high in vitamin C & great for common teen skin concerns such as acne or oiliness.
    Found in bfore Cleanser Gel, Clearing Serum, Hydrating Serum, Balance Serum, Moisture Gel, Moisture Cream

  • LEMON MYRTLE
    Backhousia Citriodora
    Leaf Extract

    Great for skin that’s oily, acne prone or easily irritated. Helps protect against environmental stressors such as pollution & sun exposure.
    Found in bfore Cleanser Gel, Clearing Serum

  • MACADAMIA OIL
    Macadamia Ternifolia
    Seed Oil

    Deeply nourishing & gentle. Absorbs easily without clogging pores or feeling greasy. Helps reduce water loss.
    Found in bfore Moisture Gel, Moisture Cream

  • QUANDONG
    Santalum Acuminatum
    Fruit Extract

    A powerful Australian native botanical also known as the “desert peach”. Rich in vitamins & antioxidants. Soothes acne prone or sensitive skin & supports an even skin tone. Great for keeping skin hydrated & balanced.
    Found in bfore Clearing Serum, Hydrating Serum, Moisture Gel

  • SANDALWOOD
    Santalum Spicatum Seed Oil

    A soothing, antioxidant-rich & barrier strengthening oil that hydrates & protects without clogging pores, making it an excellent choice for teen skin.
    Found in bfore Balance Serum, Moisture Cream

  • TASMANIAN SEA KELP
    Durvillea Potatorium Extract

    Rich in minerals, antioxidants & hydrating. Gentle on skin & won’t strip or clog pores. Contains minerals to strengthen, nourish & support skin healing.
    Found in bfore Cleanser Gel, Clearing Serum, Balance Serum

  • TASMANIAN PEPPER BERRY
    Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit Extract

    A powerful native Australian botanical packed with antioxidants & anti-inflammatory compounds, making it ideal for calming & protecting sensitive or stressed skin, including teen skin. 

     

    Found in bfore Hydrating Serum, Balance Serum

behind the INCI - Our Actives

  • CERAMIDES COMPLEX

    A powerful 5 times barrier booster.
    Ceramides protect against skin barrier damage & restore moisture without clogging pores. 
    Works well with Aussie extracts of Kakadu Plum, Tasmanian Pepperberry, Quandong, Tasmanian Sea Kelp. 
    Found in bfore Hydrating Serum, Moisture Gel, Moisture Cream

  • NIACINAMIDE
    Vitamin B3

    Helps prevent acne & breakouts. Improves skin tone & helps protect skin barrier.
    Works well with Aussie extracts of Kakadu Plum, Quandong, Davidson Plum, Tasmanian Sea Kelp. 
    Included at 2% in bfore Gel Cleanser – a safe level gentle for even sensitive skin. 
    Found in bfore Cleanser Gel, Clearing Serum, Balance Serum

  • SALICYLIC ACID

    A powerful BHA to clear pores, reduce acne, & prevent breakouts.
    Works well with Aussie extracts of Kakadu Plum, Tasmanian Pepperberry, Lemon Myrtle, Davidson Plum.
    Found in bfore Clearing Serum

  • HYALURONIC ACID
    Sodium Hyaluronate

    Hydrates skin without clogging pores, soothes & calms irritated skin.
    Works well with Aussie extracts of Kakadu Plum, Quandong, Lemon Myrtle, Tasmanian Sea Kelp. 
    Found in bfore Hydrating Serum, Balance Serum, Moisture Gel

  • SQUALANE

    Plant derived non-greasy hydration that balances oil production. Hydrates skin that may be oily to give moisture without shine.
    Works well with Aussie extracts of Kakadu Plum, TasmanainSea Kelp, Lemon Myrtle, Quandong.
    Found in bfore Cleanser Gel

  • PSEUDO-CERAMIDE
    Cetyl-PG Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide

    Mimics the structure and function of substances naturally found in the skin.
    Increases skin hydration by retaining moisture to support a healthy skin barrier. Safe & effective for sensitive skin, eczema or atopic dermatitis.
    Found in bfore Moisture Gel

behind the INCI - Our Plant & Naturally Derived ingredients

  • ALOE VERA LEAF POWDER
    Aloe Barnadensis

    Helps bind moisture to the skin & provide lightweight, non-greasy hydration to support the skin barrier.

  • AVOCADO OIL
    Persea Gratissima

    A nutrient rich oil, high in vitamins A, D & E to help protect against pollution & UV exposure. Deeply moisturises & helps smooth the skins surface.

  • WILLOW BARK EXTRACT
    Alix Alba

    Gently exfoliates inside the pores to help remove dead skin cells, oil build up & acne prone bacteria. Balances oily skin to feel refreshed, not dry.

  • OAT MEAL EXTRACT
    Avena Sativa

    A skin soothing anti-inflammatory, great for acne, eczema or sensitive skin. Relieves itchiness & irritation. on-abrasive & helps to remove dead skin cells.

  • SHEA BUTTER
    Butyroppermum Parkii Butter

    Natural, deeply moisturizing, & soothing. Helps strengthen the skin barrier, calm irritation & lock in hydration.

  • MARIGOLD FLOWER EXTRACT
    Calendula Officinalis

    Gently fights bacteria and inflammation. Supports the skin barrier and protects against environmental stressors such as pollution & sun exposure.

  • CHAMOMILE FLOWER EXTRACT
    Chamomilla Recutita

    Calms stinging, itching or irritation. Soothes & hydrates without clogging pores.

  • SUNFLOWER SEED OIL
    Helianthus Annuus

    Enhances the skin’s protective barrier. Contains Vitamin E & has anti-inflammatory properties to help calm irritated skin.

  • KELP EXTRACT
    Laminaria Digitata

    Rich in minerals, amino acids & vitamins B&E. Helps to strengthen & hydrate the skin barrier & reduce redness, irritation & inflammation.

  • LAVANDER WATER
    Lavandula Angustifolia

    Designed to sooth, hydrate & lightly purify the skin. Gentler than lavender oil.

  • CASTOR SEED OIL
    Ricinus Communis

    Plant derived, deeply hydrates & supports skin barrier function. An anti-inflammatory that helps to sooth & calm irritated skin.

  • JOJOBA SEED OIL
    Simmondsia Chinensis

    A plant derived oil. Skin friendly, non greasy moisturiser that balances oil, supports the skin barrier & calms irritation.

  • COCOA SEED BUTTER
    Theobroma Cacao

    Deeply hydrates by creating a protective barrier that locks moisture in. Prevents clogging of pores & leave skin feeling soft, smooth & balanced.

  • VITAMIN E
    Tocopherol

    Helps repair damaged skin & balance oil. Works well with Vitamin C (Quandong) for hydration & antioxidant defense.

  • OLIVEM 1000
    Cetearly Olivate & Sorbitan Olivate

    Derived from olive oil, a moisturising agent to help blend oil and water-based ingredients that does not clog pores or cause breakouts. Leaves a light & non tacky feel on the skin, while strengthening the skins natural barrier.

  • GLYCERYL STEARATE

    Palm free. A silky non greasy emulsifier, that allows oil and water-based ingredients to blend together. Supports actives & ceramides to provide balanced, gentle formulas.

  • ACACIA SENEGAL GUM
    from the Acacia Tree

    Smooths skin & helps hold moisture, leaving skin feeling soft & conditioned. Perfect for sensitive skin.

  • PROVITAMIN B5
    Panthenol

    Plant based. Attracts & binds water to the skin. Promotes healing by speeding up the skins regeneration process, helping pimples heal faster & reducing skin damage.

  • GLYCERIN

    Palm free. Helps attract & retain moisture into the outer most layer of skin. Gentle for skin that may get irritated.

  • HYDROGENATED LECITHIN

    Naturally derived, contributes to the repair & strengthening of the skin barrier. Helps to calm skin redness & inflammation from environmental skin stressors.

  • CHOLESTEROL
    vegan friendly

    Works synergistically with ceramides to strengthen & restore the skins barrier.

  • CITRIC ACID

    A naturally occurring acid, helps balance pH, protect skin against environmental damages, reduce clogged pores & smooth rough skin.

  • LACTIC ACID

    A gentle plant based AHA derived from the fermentation of plant sugars. Helps exfoliate, hydrate & brighten skin.

  • SODIUM COCOAMPHOACETATE

    Naturally derived from coconut, cleanses without stripping natural oils. Reduces irritation by creating a lather rather than a foam, leaving the skin feeling softer & smoother.

  • SODIUM COCOYL GLUTAMATE

    Plant derived, keeps skin clean & hydrated without irritation or dryness or stripping natural oils.

  • SODIUM LAURYL GLUCOSE CARBOXYLATE

    Plant derived cleansing agent. Non-irritating & gentle. Removes impurities & excess oils without stripping skin.

  • SODIUM PCA

    Naturally derived, a super hydrator that helps keep skin plump and balanced. Non-greasy gentle and suitable for all skin types.

  • SODIUM STEAROYL GLUTAMATE

    Naturally derived, helps emulsify and deliver moisturizing ingredients evenly onto skin. Extremely gentle and light weight, promoting a non greasy & smooth skin feel.

  • XANTHAN GUM

    Plant derived, works with actives to help retain moisture, prevent dryness & help improve skin barrier. Gentle on sensitive & acne-prone skin.

  • POLYGLYCERYL-3 DIISOSTEARATE

    Plant derived, light weight hydrating skin-conditioner helps skin feel soft & moisturised, without being oily.

  • PROPANEDIOL GLYCOL

    Plant derived from corn, attracts water to assist with hydration, retains moisture & helps dissolve other ingredients. Is non-irritating & non-sensitizing.

  • DECYL GLUCOSIDE

    Derived from sugar & coconut oil gently cleanses without causing dryness or irritation. Works well with actives. Keeps skin healthy, balanced & maintains pH.

  • LAURYL GLUCOSIDE

    A plant based cleanser to help breakdown makeup, sunscreen, sweat & oil without stripping the skin. Maintains the skins natural moisture barrier to help balance sensitive skin.

behind the INCI - Our Preservatives

  • BENZYL ALCOHOL

    Helps prevent the growth of bacteria & fungi in our products & helps dissolve other ingredients. Considered safe for teen & sensitive skin. Cosmos & Ecocert Approved; certifications for natural & organic products.

  • PHENETHYL ALCOHOL

    A naturally derived microbial agent, to prevent bacteria. At 0.2% in bfore skincare, it is safe for teen & sensitive skin.

  • PHENOXYETHANOL

    To prevent growth of bacteria, yeast & mold. Used in a low dosage in bfore skincare & paired with other gentle preservatives it does not irritate in most skin types.

  • POTASSIUM SORBATE

    A mild salt derived preservative to prevent growth of mold & funghi. Helps prevent contamination from fingers, air and water. Clean, gentle & non toxic.

  • SODIUM BENZOATE

    Naturally derived, prevents microbial growth including bacteria, fungi & yeast to help keep skincare products safe.

  • 1,2-HEXANEDIOL

    Supports the effectiveness of preservatives & provides antimicrobial protection, helping prevent contamination of formulations.