THE ESSENCE. Benefits: Promotes healthy aging for visibly firmer skin. Antioxidant protection from premature aging. Improves the performance of other skincare. Dermatologist tested. Formulated Without: fragrance, mineral oil, synthetic fragrance, sulfates, detergents, parabens, urea, DEA, TEA, phthalates. Key Ingredients: Akita Rice: supports healthy barrier function. Uji Green Tea: provides antioxidant protection. Okinawa Algae: plumps skin with moisture. Research Results: +621% improvement in skin moisturization after 1 use*. Just as effective as Retinol and Bakuchiol. 100% showed improvement in smoothness, softness & suppleness after 1 use**. 100% showed improvement in fine lines & wrinkles after 1 week. 100% showed improvement in skin radiance after 1 week**. 93% showed improvement in visible skin firmness after 1 week. *based on a bio-instrumentation study of 30 panelists. **based on a clinical study of 30 panelists. based on a clinical study of 34 panelists. based on in vitro testing on biomarkers including COL1A1, COL3A1, and ELN.