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Ingredient glossary

The science
behind the formula.

Five actives. Every percentage disclosed. Here's exactly what each one does and why athletes need it.

Zinc Oxide

UV Filter

Shield SPF 50+

What it is

A physical mineral that sits on the skin surface and reflects UVA/UVB radiation.

Why athletes need it

Doesn't break down with heat or sweat. Zero absorption into the bloodstream. Works from application — no 20-minute wait.

22% concentration

Sodium PCA

Humectant

Shield SPF 50+

What it is

The sodium salt of pyrrolidone carboxylic acid — a molecule naturally found in skin's Natural Moisturizing Factor (NMF).

Why athletes need it

Draws water from the dermis and atmosphere into the outer skin layers. Keeps the barrier functional during extended training sessions.

Binds 250× its weight in water

Niacinamide

B3 Vitamin

Recovery Serum

What it is

Vitamin B3 in its active form. Works directly in skin cells without requiring conversion.

Why athletes need it

Reduces post-workout inflammation, visibly calms redness, and fortifies the ceramide barrier disrupted by prolonged sweating.

10% concentration

Centella Asiatica

Wound-Healing Botanical

Recovery Serum

What it is

An Asian medicinal herb (Cica) rich in triterpenoids: asiaticoside, madecassoside, asiatic acid.

Why athletes need it

Accelerates epidermal repair from micro-trauma caused by friction and UV exposure during training. Clinical studies show measurable collagen synthesis boost.

5% extract

Ceramides

Barrier Lipids

Recovery Serum

What it is

Lipid molecules that make up ~50% of the stratum corneum's intercellular matrix.

Why athletes need it

Prolonged sweating, chlorine, and sun exposure strip ceramides, raising TEWL (trans-epidermal water loss). Replenishing them closes the gaps athletes open during training.

3-ceramide complex

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