If you said, “no,” well, you’re not alone. Many men are not familiar with the ingredients that go into skincare products. It’s understandably easy to be turned off by the idea of using something you don’t know too much about. With so many products on the shelves these days, it’s more important than ever to know what exactly these weird names mean and what they do.

We wanted to help by showcasing some of our key ingredients to help you know what to look for when searching for products to add to your routine.

Here are a few of our key ingredients and their benefits:

MEADOWFOAM SEED OIL: Protects the fragile skin barrier and balances oil production by closely mimicking your skin’s natural oils

APPLE EXTRACT: Prevents skin damage and reduces aging signs with a high concentration of Vitamin C

ROSE FLOWER OIL: Prevents and improves breakouts due to antiseptic, astringent, and anti-inflammatory properties.

CENTELLA ASIATICA: Contains active compounds such as madecassoside to repair skin and prevent aging

LEMON EXTRACT: Repairs environmental stress due to a the presence of antioxidants and improves uneven skin tone

ROSEMARY LEAF EXTRACT: Gently yet effectively removes impurities from skin due to its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.

HYALURONIC ACID: Intensely hydrates skin and smooths fine lines due to intensive water replenishing capabilities (1 gram of hyaluronic acid can hold up to 6 liters of water)

CHARCOAL: Suctions out dirt and impurities from pores that can cause break-outs and premature aging.