SKINCARE INGREDIENTS & other THINGS WE LOVE
Acne positivity
A movement to remove stigma and shame surrounding acne, to and normalise real skin through social media and other media outlets.Also highlights the connection between acne and mental health.
Azelaic Acid
A natural anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial super-hero with the unique ability to gently tackle several common skin troubles, like redness, uneven skin tone and blemishes, without unwanted side effects.
BHA (Salicylic Acid)
Salicylic Acid is the beauty world equivalent of the Dyson vacuum cleaner! A must for acne-prone, oily, and sensitive skin. Salicylic Acid is a mildly exfoliating BHA acid that is fat-soluble and works both on the surface of the skin (hello glass skin!) and inside the pores. Dissolves excess sebum, regulates sebum and dead skin cells that attract acne bacteria. Reduces the visibility of enlarged pores and blackheads. Anti-inflammatory, making BHA ideal for skin with acne and rosacea. Visibly minimises redness and reduces pigmentation over time, including red or dark marks after acne.
Centella Asiatica
Ultra-calming, anti-inflammatory and redness-soothing, Centella is THE must-have ingredient for sensitive and moody skin types. A classic medicinal plant, powered by modern science. Healing, soothing and barrier strengthening – we call it ZEN-tella for its calming superpowers. Found in Cloud Patch, Cloud Wash, Cloud Water and Moon Patch.
Ceramides
Skin-mimicking building bricks for your barrier – your skin’s first line of defense against unfriendly bacteria and pollutants. Happy barrier, happy skin.
Hydrocolloid
A superstar, science-backed material that creates the optimal conditions for skin to heal in. Used in our pimple patches Cloud Patch and Moon Patch.
Lactobacillus Ferment
A lab-made probiotic made through fermentation that helps to maintain a healthy balance of skin's microflora, which makes it less inviting to acne-causing bacteria and irritation. Found in Cloud Light Fluid.
Licorice root
Reduces redness, the look of post-acne marks and promotes a more even skin tone. Anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial, making it ideal for acne-prone skin. In Cloud Water.
Micelles
Micelles are water- and oil-loving magic molecules that magnetically attratcts makeup, oil and pollution particles without drying out or irritating skin. Using ultra-gentle but effective micelles instead of harsh surfactants, Cloud Wash is tolerated by even the most sensitive skin types.
Niacinamide (Vitamin B3)
This multi-tasking superstar ingredient targets almost all commonc concerns, no matter your skin type. A naturally anti-inflammatory ingredient that helps to balance sebum production and strengthen the skin barrier by increasing skin’s production of ceramides and important fatty acids.
Pimple patch
Pimple patches are genious spot treatment patches made from the moisture-absorbing material hydrocolloid. Pimple patches – like Cloud Patch and Moon Patch – prevents you from touching your pimples and absorbs fluid from the pimple, creating a moist environment for faster and improved healing. Our pimple patches are. nearly invisible, making them a discreet everyday solution.
Salicylic Acid (BHA)
Salicylic Acid is the beauty world equivalent of the Dyson vacuum cleaner! A must for acne-prone, oily, and sensitive skin.
Salicylic Acid is a mildly exfoliating BHA acid that is fat-soluble and works both on the surface of the skin (hello glass skin!) and inside the pores.
* Dissolves excess sebum, regulates sebum and dead skin cells that attract acne bacteria.
* Reduces the visibility of enlarged pores and blackheads.
* Anti-inflammatory, making BHA ideal for skin with acne and rosacea.
* Visibly minimises redness and reduces pigmentation over time,
including red or dark marks after acne.
Skin positivity
A way of looking at skin in a non-judgemental way and learning to love – or at least accept – skin regardless of its condition at a given time. Being a skin-positive brand is Common Clouds’ DNA.
Squalane
A skin-identical hydration hero that helps to prevent water loss and protect the important skin barrier. We paired it with glycerine to make skin feel soft and supple.
Hyaluronic Acid
Hyaluronic acid is THE moisture magnet, able to hold up to 1000 its weight in water. A natural substance found in skin, it attracts and binds moisture, and plays a crucial role in maintaining hydration and suppleness. In skincare, it is commonly used to improve skin texture, reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and create a bouncy, plump complexion.