Ingredient Glossary
On this page we explain, one by one, what every active on a VORELL label does for the skin, which product it appears in and how they work together. Below you will find the 22 actives we use in the Water Glow and Shine Boost formulas, each with what it is, what it does for the skin and which VORELL product contains it. The point is that you never have to guess while reading a label.
In short: The moisture-binding actives (hyaluronic acid, ectoin, sodium PCA, betaine) form a common base across every product; the AHA/BHA that refine the look of the skin surface are found only in Water Glow Tonic; the soothing postbiotic and botanical extracts are in Water Glow Bubble Mask; and the glow- and barrier-focused actives are gathered in Shine Boost Face & Body Serum. The table below is a quick road map, and the glossary beneath it explains each active in detail.
Which active for which need?
If you know the need you are looking for rather than the active you see on the label, you can start from the table below.
| Need | Active | VORELL product |
|---|---|---|
| Rebalancing the skin after cleansing | Glycolic acid (AHA), Salicylic acid (BHA) | Water Glow Tonic |
| Refining the look of pores | Salicylic acid (BHA), Niacinamide | Water Glow Tonic, Water Glow Bubble Mask |
| Daily hydration support | Hyaluronic acid complex, Sodium PCA | Water Glow Serum |
| Quick no-rinse care | Beta-glucan, Madecassoside, Oat extract | Water Glow Bubble Mask |
| Supporting the skin microbiome | Lactobacillus ferment lysate (postbiotic) | Water Glow Bubble Mask |
| Sensitive or uncomfortable-feeling skin | Centella asiatica, Madecassoside, Allantoin | Water Glow Bubble Mask, Water Glow Tonic, Shine Boost Face & Body Serum |
| Skin barrier support | Ceramide NP, Ectoin, Squalane | Shine Boost Face & Body Serum |
| Glow for the body and décolleté | Pearl extract, Peptide complex | Shine Boost Face & Body Serum |
| A more even-looking skin tone | Niacinamide | Water Glow Bubble Mask, Shine Boost Face & Body Serum |
| Suppleness and softness | Jojoba oil, Squalane | Shine Boost Face & Body Serum |
Glycolic Acid (AHA)
An alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) derived from sugar cane; it helps lift away dead cells on the skin surface and contributes to a smoother, brighter look. Not recommended on open wounds or irritated skin.
Where it is used in VORELL: Water Glow Tonic
Salicylic Acid (BHA)
An oil-soluble beta hydroxy acid (BHA); it works inside the pore to help reduce the look of build-up and contributes to a cleaner-looking complexion. It does not permanently shrink pores; it supports the appearance of pores.
Where it is used in VORELL: Water Glow Tonic
Hyaluronic Acid
A hydrating molecule naturally present in the skin, with a high water-binding capacity. It helps support moisture levels at the skin surface and contributes to a plumper, livelier look.
Where it is used in VORELL: Water Glow Tonic, Water Glow Bubble Mask, Shine Boost Face & Body Serum
Hyaluronic Acid Complex
A form that combines hyaluronic acid types of different molecular weights, contributing to moisture support in different layers of the skin. Applying it to wet skin is not recommended, as this can reduce its effect.
Where it is used in VORELL: Water Glow Serum
Ectoin
A moisture regulator inspired by microorganisms that survive in extreme conditions. It helps maintain the skin's moisture balance, supports the look of the barrier and leaves a feeling of comfort against external stressors.
Where it is used in VORELL: Water Glow Serum, Water Glow Bubble Mask, Shine Boost Face & Body Serum
Sodium PCA
A component of the skin's natural moisturizing factor; it helps hold water molecules at the skin surface. Used together with hyaluronic acid, it contributes to more balanced-feeling hydration.
Where it is used in VORELL: Water Glow Serum
Betaine
A natural moisture regulator obtained from beetroot; it helps maintain the skin's water balance and contributes to balancing how other hydrating ingredients behave on the skin. It leaves no greasy feel.
Where it is used in VORELL: Water Glow Tonic, Water Glow Serum, Water Glow Bubble Mask
Panthenol
Known as provitamin B5, an ingredient recognized for its humectant and soothing properties. It helps support the look of the skin barrier and may contribute to reducing a feeling of tightness.
Where it is used in VORELL: Water Glow Tonic, Water Glow Serum, Water Glow Bubble Mask, Shine Boost Face & Body Serum
Allantoin
A plant-derived ingredient known for its soothing and softening properties. It helps reduce feelings of discomfort in the skin and supports a sense of comfort when used alongside other actives.
Where it is used in VORELL: Water Glow Tonic, Water Glow Serum
Aloe Vera (Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract)
A plant known for the extract obtained from its leaves, valued above all for its soothing and hydrating properties. It helps refresh the skin and contributes to moisture support while keeping a lightweight texture.
Where it is used in VORELL: Water Glow Tonic, Water Glow Serum
Hibiscus Extract (Hibiscus Flower Extract)
A botanical extract containing natural acids and antioxidant compounds; it helps the skin surface look refreshed and lively. In toner formulas it contributes to balancing the other actives and leaves a light, fresh feel after use.
Where it is used in VORELL: Water Glow Tonic
Oat Extract (Avena Sativa (Oat) Extract)
A cereal extract known for its soothing properties; it helps reduce feelings of discomfort in sensitivity-prone skin. It contributes to a soft, balanced-looking complexion and is used in a granule-free form.
Where it is used in VORELL: Water Glow Bubble Mask
Postbiotic Lysate (Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate)
A postbiotic ingredient obtained through fermentation; it helps support the balance of the skin microbiome. It contributes to the look of the skin barrier and supports a feeling of comfort with regular use.
Where it is used in VORELL: Water Glow Bubble Mask
Madecassoside
A purified compound obtained from the Centella asiatica plant, known for its soothing properties. It helps reduce feelings of discomfort in the skin and contributes to supporting the look of the barrier.
Where it is used in VORELL: Water Glow Bubble Mask
Beta-Glucan
A polysaccharide of oat origin; it helps support the skin's water-holding capacity. Known for its soothing properties, it may contribute to greater comfort in sensitive skin and supports the look of the skin barrier.
Where it is used in VORELL: Water Glow Bubble Mask
Niacinamide
A versatile vitamin B3 derivative; it helps the skin tone look more even and improves the appearance of pores. It contributes to supporting the skin barrier and is compatible with most skin types.
Where it is used in VORELL: Water Glow Bubble Mask, Shine Boost Face & Body Serum
Pearl Extract
An extract obtained from real pearls, known for its luminous finish. It helps add a fine, natural-looking radiance to the skin. Because it is mollusk-derived it is not vegan; it contains no synthetic glitter or mica.
Where it is used in VORELL: Shine Boost Face & Body Serum
Squalane
A lightweight moisturizer of plant origin with a structure close to the skin's own oil. It helps the skin surface feel soft and balanced, provides long-lasting moisture support without leaving a greasy film and absorbs quickly.
Where it is used in VORELL: Shine Boost Face & Body Serum
Jojoba Oil (Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil)
A light oil obtained from the seeds of the jojoba plant, similar in structure to the skin's own oil. It helps support the skin's suppleness and softness and has a fast-absorbing texture.
Where it is used in VORELL: Shine Boost Face & Body Serum
Ceramide NP
One of the lipid types found in the natural structure of the skin barrier. It helps protect the skin against moisture loss and contributes to a stronger-looking barrier; it is especially favored in dryness-prone skin.
Where it is used in VORELL: Shine Boost Face & Body Serum
Centella Asiatica (Centella Asiatica Extract)
A botanical extract traditionally known for its soothing properties. It helps reduce feelings of discomfort in the skin and contributes to a balanced, calm look; it can also be a good choice for sensitive skin.
Where it is used in VORELL: Shine Boost Face & Body Serum
Peptide Complex
Short protein chains formed by amino acids joined together. They help support a firm, plump look in the skin; used together with other actives, they contribute to an all-round care effect.
Where it is used in VORELL: Shine Boost Face & Body Serum
What is in which product?
You can also read the same information the other way around, starting from the product: the key actives in each VORELL product are listed below.
| Product | Size | Key actives |
|---|---|---|
| Water Glow Tonic | 100 ml | Glycolic acid (AHA), Salicylic acid (BHA), Hyaluronic acid, Aloe vera, Panthenol, Hibiscus extract, Betaine, Allantoin |
| Water Glow Serum | 30 ml | Hyaluronic acid complex, Ectoin, Betaine, Sodium PCA, Panthenol, Aloe vera, Allantoin |
| Water Glow Bubble Mask | 100 ml | Oat extract, Lactobacillus ferment lysate (postbiotic), Madecassoside, Beta-glucan, Ectoin, Niacinamide, Hyaluronic acid, Panthenol, Betaine |
| Shine Boost Face & Body Serum | 50 ml | Pearl extract, Niacinamide, Squalane, Jojoba oil, Ectoin, Ceramide NP, Centella asiatica, Hyaluronic acid, Panthenol, Peptide complex |
| The Glow Ritual 3-Piece Set | Tonic + Serum + Bubble Mask | Brings together every active in the three products above; Shine Boost is not included in the set. |
Using the actives together
In the VORELL routine the actives are brought together to complement rather than clash with one another: Water Glow Tonic helps rebalance the skin after cleansing, Water Glow Serum deepens hydration support, and Water Glow Bubble Mask offers quick soothing care with no rinsing. Shine Boost Face & Body Serum sits outside the daily routine and is designed for special occasions or evening use; it is intended more for body areas such as the arms, legs and décolleté than for the face, and it provides no sun protection.
For more on how the actives work together and in which order to apply them, take a look at these articles: how to use AHA and BHA together, the difference between ectoin and hyaluronic acid, what niacinamide does for the skin, everything you need to know about hyaluronic acid and how to strengthen the skin barrier.
If you would like a broader comparison of how the products differ from one another, see the product comparison page; if you would like a recommendation based on your skin type, take a look at the Aura skin analysis.