EVIDENCE & AUTHORITY LAYER

Ingredient & Technology Glossary

One consistent, cited entry per ingredient, physician-led and evidence-graded.

Consortia Factors® (UCFx-F™ & UCFx-T™ — dual-source) → ReLuxe Body Serum

INCI: Ustilago Cynodontis Ferment (UCFx-F™ & UCFx-T™)

Evidence: Strong (ingredient study)

What it is

Our patented hero technology, created by co-culturing yeast (Ustilago cynodontis) with plant stem cells; flax (Linum usitatissimum) or tulsi (Ocimum sanctum). The result is a natural consortia factor system that delivers exosomes, peptides, and beneficial metabolites that support various cellular activities, such as antioxidation, anti-inflammation, and anti-aging.

How it works

Its consortia factors, composed of exosomes, peptides, and signaling metabolites, help activate skin's renewal pathways; biomimetic lipids reinforce the barrier; and concentrated antioxidants (including vitamin C) neutralize free radicals and inflammation. Because the co-culture produces compounds neither parent cell makes alone, its antioxidant defense is measurably more potent than single-source ferments.

Bakuchiol (Psoralea Corylifolia Seed Extract)

INCI: Psoralea Corylifolia (Bakuchiol) Seed Extract

Evidence: Established (class)

What it is

A plant-derived ingredient widely regarded as a gentler alternative to retinol, suited to both face and body.

How it works

It helps support the look of smoother, firmer skin and a more even tone, softening the appearance of fine lines and crepiness, without the dryness or irritation often associated with retinol.

Gluconolactone

INCI: Gluconolactone

Evidence: Established (class)

What it is

A gentle polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that also acts as a humectant and antioxidant.

How it works

It offers mild, non-irritating refinement, gently smoothing the look of texture while drawing in moisture and supporting a calm, balanced, even-looking surface. Its gentleness suits sensitive and dry-prone skin, from the face to the body's toughest dry zones.

Nourishing Lipids & Hydration Base

INCI: Propanediol · Glycerin · Glyceryl Caprylate · Polyglyceryl-6 Oleate · Sodium Surfactin · plant-derived glucosides

Evidence: Established (class)

What it is

A silky base of humectants, nourishing lipids, and gentle plant-derived emulsifiers that gives the serum its luxurious, fast-absorbing feel.

How it works

Humectants draw in moisture, nourishing lipids soften and condition, and biosurfactant Sodium Surfactin helps the formula glide and absorb without heaviness.