Below you'll find our extensive ingredients glossary. At Saya, we value simplicity and transparency to ensure we operate in a inclusive and intentional way. Read on to discover ingredients in Saya products, what they do, and how they benefit your skin.
If you're unfamiliar with the properties listed, see below for a quick guide:
Antioxidant: molecules that fight free radicals in your body.
Astringent: a substance that draws water out of tissues to temporarily tighten the skin, shrink pores, and remove oil.
Emollient: a moisturiser that softens or soothes the skin.
Emulsifier: allows liquids to mix together and stay mixed, rather than separate.
Preservative: protects the formulation's integrity and effectiveness.
Surfactant: creates bubbles or foam and aids in cleansing.
A soothing and hydrating ingredient derived from the aloe plant, known for its anti-inflammatory and healing properties. It is rich in vitamins, minerals, and amino acids.
A soothing and hydrating ingredient derived from the aloe plant, known for its anti-inflammatory and healing properties. It is rich in vitamins, minerals, and amino acids.
A nourishing oil rich in essential fatty acids, vitamin E, and antioxidants. It helps to moisturise, protect, and repair the skin.
A nourishing oil rich in essential fatty acids, vitamin E, and antioxidants. It helps to moisturise, protect, and repair the skin.
A natural scent derived from coconut, providing a pleasant fragrance without synthetic chemicals.
A natural scent derived from coconut, providing a pleasant fragrance without synthetic chemicals.
A plant-derived retinol alternative known for its anti-aging properties. It helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles without the irritation associated with traditional retinol.
A plant-derived retinol alternative known for its anti-aging properties. It helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles without the irritation associated with traditional retinol.
An extract from the Banksia flower, known for its antioxidant properties that help protect the skin from free radical damage.
An extract from the Banksia flower, known for its antioxidant properties that help protect the skin from free radical damage.
A plant-derived emollient and thickener that helps to stabilise emulsions and provide a smooth texture to products.
A plant-derived emollient and thickener that helps to stabilise emulsions and provide a smooth texture to products.
A mild conditioning agent derived from rapeseed oil that helps to detangle and smooth the hair.
A mild conditioning agent derived from rapeseed oil that helps to detangle and smooth the hair.
A natural preservative used to inhibit the growth of bacteria, yeasts, and moulds. It helps to extend the shelf life of products.
A natural preservative used to inhibit the growth of bacteria, yeasts, and moulds. It helps to extend the shelf life of products.
A natural preservative and solvent with antimicrobial properties. It helps to prevent the growth of microorganisms in cosmetic products.
A natural preservative and solvent with antimicrobial properties. It helps to prevent the growth of microorganisms in cosmetic products.
A natural hydrating agent derived from sugar beets. It helps to improve skin hydration and reduce irritation.
A natural hydrating agent derived from sugar beets. It helps to improve skin hydration and reduce irritation.
A form of vitamin B7 known for its hydrating and soothing properties. It supports healthy skin, hair, and nails.
A form of vitamin B7 known for its hydrating and soothing properties. It supports healthy skin, hair, and nails.
An oil rich in gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), an essential fatty acid that helps to reduce inflammation and improve skin barrier function.
An oil rich in gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), an essential fatty acid that helps to reduce inflammation and improve skin barrier function.
A rich butter derived from the shea tree, known for its moisturising and healing properties. It is rich in vitamins A, E, and F.
A rich butter derived from the shea tree, known for its moisturising and healing properties. It is rich in vitamins A, E, and F.
An emollient and thickening agent that helps to improve the texture and spreadability of products.
An emollient and thickening agent that helps to improve the texture and spreadability of products.
A skin conditioning agent that helps to improve skin texture and hydration.
A skin conditioning agent that helps to improve skin texture and hydration.
An antioxidant-rich extract known for its soothing and anti-aging properties. It helps to protect the skin from free radical damage.
An antioxidant-rich extract known for its soothing and anti-aging properties. It helps to protect the skin from free radical damage.
An essential oil known for its calming and balancing properties. It helps to regulate oil production and improve skin texture.
An essential oil known for its calming and balancing properties. It helps to regulate oil production and improve skin texture.
A peptide known for its skin-repairing properties. It helps to improve skin elasticity and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
A peptide known for its skin-repairing properties. It helps to improve skin elasticity and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
An emollient derived from coconut oil and glycerin that helps to smooth and soften the skin. It is lightweight and non-greasy.
An emollient derived from coconut oil and glycerin that helps to smooth and soften the skin. It is lightweight and non-greasy.
An oil rich in linoleic acid, an essential fatty acid that helps to moisturise and protect the skin. It also has anti-inflammatory properties.
An oil rich in linoleic acid, an essential fatty acid that helps to moisturise and protect the skin. It also has anti-inflammatory properties.
An essential oil known for its calming and antiseptic properties. It helps to soothe and purify the skin.
An essential oil known for its calming and antiseptic properties. It helps to soothe and purify the skin.
Skin-replenishing agents that help restore and maintain the skin's natural barrier. They improve skin hydration and protect against environmental damage.
Skin-replenishing agents that help restore and maintain the skin's natural barrier. They improve skin hydration and protect against environmental damage.
A plant-derived emollient and emulsifier that helps to stabilise emulsions and provide a smooth texture to products.
A plant-derived emollient and emulsifier that helps to stabilise emulsions and provide a smooth texture to products.
An emulsifier derived from corn and coconut that helps to blend oil and water in formulations. It provides a lightweight and non-greasy feel.
An emulsifier derived from corn and coconut that helps to blend oil and water in formulations. It provides a lightweight and non-greasy feel.
An emulsifier derived from olive oil that helps to blend oil and water in formulations. It provides a smooth and silky texture.
An emulsifier derived from olive oil that helps to blend oil and water in formulations. It provides a smooth and silky texture.
A natural pH adjuster that helps to maintain the acidity of cosmetic products. It also acts as a mild exfoliant.
A natural pH adjuster that helps to maintain the acidity of cosmetic products. It also acts as a mild exfoliant.
An essential oil known for its soothing and antiseptic properties. It helps to balance and rejuvenate the skin.
An essential oil known for its soothing and antiseptic properties. It helps to balance and rejuvenate the skin.
An essential oil known for its refreshing and antiseptic properties. It helps to purify and tone the skin.
An essential oil known for its refreshing and antiseptic properties. It helps to purify and tone the skin.
An antioxidant-rich extract from oranges that helps to brighten and protect the skin.
An antioxidant-rich extract from oranges that helps to brighten and protect the skin.
An essential oil known for its astringent and toning properties. It helps to purify and refresh the skin.
An essential oil known for its astringent and toning properties. It helps to purify and refresh the skin.
An antioxidant-rich extract from native Australian desert lime that helps to protect the skin from free radical damage.
An antioxidant-rich extract from native Australian desert lime that helps to protect the skin from free radical damage.
A natural exfoliant derived from lemons that helps to brighten and smooth the skin.
A natural exfoliant derived from lemons that helps to brighten and smooth the skin.
An essential oil known for its brightening and toning properties. It helps to rejuvenate and refresh the skin.
An essential oil known for its brightening and toning properties. It helps to rejuvenate and refresh the skin.
A coconut-derived surfactant that helps to cleanse and lather in products.
A coconut-derived surfactant that helps to cleanse and lather in products.
A coconut-derived surfactant that helps to cleanse and lather in products.
A coconut-derived surfactant that helps to cleanse and lather in products.
A coconut-derived surfactant that helps to cleanse and lather in products.
A coconut-derived surfactant that helps to cleanse and lather in products.
A nourishing oil known for its moisturising and antimicrobial properties. It helps to hydrate and protect the skin.
A nourishing oil known for its moisturising and antimicrobial properties. It helps to hydrate and protect the skin.
A natural exfoliant derived from coconut shells. It helps to gently polish and smooth the skin.
A natural exfoliant derived from coconut shells. It helps to gently polish and smooth the skin.
A natural thickener derived from guar beans. It helps to stabilise and thicken formulations.
A natural thickener derived from guar beans. It helps to stabilise and thicken formulations.
A moisturiser derived from natural sugars that helps to improve skin hydration and texture.
A moisturiser derived from natural sugars that helps to improve skin hydration and texture.
An emollient derived from coconut oil that provides a smooth and silky feel to products.
An emollient derived from coconut oil that provides a smooth and silky feel to products.
A skin conditioning agent derived from yeast. It helps to improve skin texture and hydration.
A skin conditioning agent derived from yeast. It helps to improve skin texture and hydration.
A humectant that helps to draw moisture into the skin, keeping it hydrated and soft.
A humectant that helps to draw moisture into the skin, keeping it hydrated and soft.
An emollient and preservative derived from coconut oil and glycerin. It helps to moisturise the skin and extend the shelf life of products.
An emollient and preservative derived from coconut oil and glycerin. It helps to moisturise the skin and extend the shelf life of products.
An emulsifier derived from olive oil that helps to blend oil and water in formulations. It provides a smooth and creamy texture.
An emulsifier derived from olive oil that helps to blend oil and water in formulations. It provides a smooth and creamy texture.
An emulsifier derived from vegetable oil that helps to blend oil and water in formulations. It provides a smooth and creamy texture.
An emulsifier derived from vegetable oil that helps to blend oil and water in formulations. It provides a smooth and creamy texture.
An emulsifier used to blend oil and water in formulations. It helps to create a stable emulsion.
An emulsifier used to blend oil and water in formulations. It helps to create a stable emulsion.
A plant-derived oil rich in essential fatty acids. It helps to moisturise and nourish the skin.
A plant-derived oil rich in essential fatty acids. It helps to moisturise and nourish the skin.
A gentle exfoliant and natural preservative. It helps to remove dead skin cells and improve skin texture.
A gentle exfoliant and natural preservative. It helps to remove dead skin cells and improve skin texture.
A conditioning agent derived from guar gum. It helps to improve hair manageability and reduce static.
A conditioning agent derived from guar gum. It helps to improve hair manageability and reduce static.
An astringent derived from the witch hazel plant. It helps to tighten and tone the skin.
An astringent derived from the witch hazel plant. It helps to tighten and tone the skin.
An oil rich in vitamin E and essential fatty acids. It helps to moisturise and protect the skin.
An oil rich in vitamin E and essential fatty acids. It helps to moisturise and protect the skin.
A form of vitamin B8 known for its hydrating and soothing properties. It helps to improve skin texture and moisture retention.
A form of vitamin B8 known for its hydrating and soothing properties. It helps to improve skin texture and moisture retention.
An emollient derived from sugar and coconut that provides a silky and lightweight feel to products.
An emollient derived from sugar and coconut that provides a silky and lightweight feel to products.
An antioxidant-rich extract from native Australian muntries that helps to protect the skin from free radical damage.
An antioxidant-rich extract from native Australian muntries that helps to protect the skin from free radical damage.
A natural exfoliant derived from fermented sugars. It helps to remove dead skin cells and improve skin texture.
A natural exfoliant derived from fermented sugars. It helps to remove dead skin cells and improve skin texture.
A mild surfactant derived from coconut and sugar. It helps to cleanse the skin without stripping its natural oils.
A mild surfactant derived from coconut and sugar. It helps to cleanse the skin without stripping its natural oils.
An essential oil known for its calming and soothing properties. It helps to relax and balance the skin.
An essential oil known for its calming and soothing properties. It helps to relax and balance the skin.
An extract known for its antioxidant properties. It helps to protect the skin from free radical damage.
An extract known for its antioxidant properties. It helps to protect the skin from free radical damage.
An oil rich in essential fatty acids and antioxidants. It helps to moisturise and protect the skin.
An oil rich in essential fatty acids and antioxidants. It helps to moisturise and protect the skin.
An essential oil known for its cooling and refreshing properties. It helps to invigorate and soothe the skin.
An essential oil known for its cooling and refreshing properties. It helps to invigorate and soothe the skin.
A natural exfoliant derived from native Australian caviar lime. It helps to brighten and smooth the skin.
A natural exfoliant derived from native Australian caviar lime. It helps to brighten and smooth the skin.
An antioxidant-rich extract from native Australian rainforest lime that helps to protect the skin from free radical damage.
An antioxidant-rich extract from native Australian rainforest lime that helps to protect the skin from free radical damage.
A form of vitamin B3 known for its anti-inflammatory and brightening properties. It helps to improve skin tone and texture.
A form of vitamin B3 known for its anti-inflammatory and brightening properties. It helps to improve skin tone and texture.
An oil rich in essential fatty acids. It helps to moisturise and soothe the skin.
An oil rich in essential fatty acids. It helps to moisturise and soothe the skin.
A moisturising and conditioning agent derived from olive oil. It helps to soften and protect the skin.
A moisturising and conditioning agent derived from olive oil. It helps to soften and protect the skin.
A form of vitamin B5 known for its moisturising and soothing properties. It helps to improve skin hydration and reduce inflammation.
A form of vitamin B5 known for its moisturising and soothing properties. It helps to improve skin hydration and reduce inflammation.
An essential oil known for its balancing and toning properties. It helps to improve skin texture and reduce inflammation.
An essential oil known for its balancing and toning properties. It helps to improve skin texture and reduce inflammation.
A nourishing oil rich in essential fatty acids and vitamins. It helps to moisturise and soothe the skin.
A nourishing oil rich in essential fatty acids and vitamins. It helps to moisturise and soothe the skin.
A humectant derived from sugar beets and corn cobs that helps to draw moisture into the skin.
A humectant derived from sugar beets and corn cobs that helps to draw moisture into the skin.
An antioxidant-rich extract from native Australian Illawarra plum that helps to protect the skin from free radical damage.
An antioxidant-rich extract from native Australian Illawarra plum that helps to protect the skin from free radical damage.
An antioxidant-rich oil from native Australian Illawarra plum that helps to protect and nourish the skin.
An antioxidant-rich oil from native Australian Illawarra plum that helps to protect and nourish the skin.
A skin brightening agent derived from natural carbohydrates that helps to reduce the appearance of dark spots and even skin tone.
A skin brightening agent derived from natural carbohydrates that helps to reduce the appearance of dark spots and even skin tone.
A natural preservative used to inhibit the growth of moulds and yeasts.
A natural preservative used to inhibit the growth of moulds and yeasts.
A nourishing oil rich in essential fatty acids and vitamins. It helps to moisturise and protect the skin.
A nourishing oil rich in essential fatty acids and vitamins. It helps to moisturise and protect the skin.
An antioxidant-rich extract from pomegranate that helps to protect the skin from free radical damage.
An antioxidant-rich extract from pomegranate that helps to protect the skin from free radical damage.
A nourishing oil rich in essential fatty acids and vitamins. It helps to moisturise and repair the skin.
A nourishing oil rich in essential fatty acids and vitamins. It helps to moisturise and repair the skin.
An essential oil known for its soothing and toning properties. It helps to balance and rejuvenate the skin.
An essential oil known for its soothing and toning properties. It helps to balance and rejuvenate the skin.
A hydrating and soothing ingredient derived from rose petals. It helps to refresh and tone the skin.
A hydrating and soothing ingredient derived from rose petals. It helps to refresh and tone the skin.
An oil rich in essential fatty acids and antioxidants. It helps to moisturise and protect the skin.
An oil rich in essential fatty acids and antioxidants. It helps to moisturise and protect the skin.
A plant-derived moisturiser that helps to bind moisture to the skin.
A plant-derived moisturiser that helps to bind moisture to the skin.
A natural exfoliant derived from sugar cane that helps to gently polish and smooth the skin.
A natural exfoliant derived from sugar cane that helps to gently polish and smooth the skin.
A natural exfoliant derived from sugar cane that helps to brighten and smooth the skin.
A natural exfoliant derived from sugar cane that helps to brighten and smooth the skin.
A natural exfoliant and preservative derived from willow bark. It helps to remove dead skin cells and prevent acne.
A natural exfoliant and preservative derived from willow bark. It helps to remove dead skin cells and prevent acne.
An extract from native Australian quandong known for its antioxidant properties. It helps to protect and rejuvenate the skin.
An extract from native Australian quandong known for its antioxidant properties. It helps to protect and rejuvenate the skin.
A natural thickener derived from fungi that helps to stabilise and thicken formulations.
A natural thickener derived from fungi that helps to stabilise and thicken formulations.
A moisturising oil known for its similarity to the skin's natural oils. It helps to balance and hydrate the skin.
A moisturising oil known for its similarity to the skin's natural oils. It helps to balance and hydrate the skin.
A natural preservative derived from anise that helps to inhibit the growth of bacteria and fungi.
A natural preservative derived from anise that helps to inhibit the growth of bacteria and fungi.
A natural preservative used to inhibit the growth of bacteria, yeasts, and moulds.
A natural preservative used to inhibit the growth of bacteria, yeasts, and moulds.
A natural pH adjuster that helps to maintain the acidity of cosmetic products.
A natural pH adjuster that helps to maintain the acidity of cosmetic products.
A coconut-derived surfactant that helps to cleanse and lather in products.
A coconut-derived surfactant that helps to cleanse and lather in products.
A coconut-derived cleanser that helps to remove dirt and impurities from the skin.
A coconut-derived cleanser that helps to remove dirt and impurities from the skin.
A form of hyaluronic acid known for its intense moisturising properties. It helps to hydrate and plump the skin.
A form of hyaluronic acid known for its intense moisturising properties. It helps to hydrate and plump the skin.
A mild surfactant derived from coconut oil that helps to cleanse the skin without stripping its natural oils.
A mild surfactant derived from coconut oil that helps to cleanse the skin without stripping its natural oils.
A coconut and sugar-derived surfactant that helps to cleanse and lather in products.
A coconut and sugar-derived surfactant that helps to cleanse and lather in products.
A natural preservative derived from corn that helps to inhibit the growth of bacteria and fungi.
A natural preservative derived from corn that helps to inhibit the growth of bacteria and fungi.
A mild surfactant derived from coconut oil that helps to cleanse the skin without stripping its natural oils.
A mild surfactant derived from coconut oil that helps to cleanse the skin without stripping its natural oils.
An emulsifier derived from amino acids that helps to blend oil and water in formulations.
An emulsifier derived from amino acids that helps to blend oil and water in formulations.
A natural preservative used to inhibit the growth of moulds and yeasts.
A natural preservative used to inhibit the growth of moulds and yeasts.
An emulsifier derived from olive oil that helps to blend oil and water in formulations.
An emulsifier derived from olive oil that helps to blend oil and water in formulations.
An antioxidant-rich extract from native Australian riberry that helps to protect the skin from free radical damage.
An antioxidant-rich extract from native Australian riberry that helps to protect the skin from free radical damage.
An antioxidant-rich extract from native Australian pepperberry that helps to protect the skin from free radical damage.
An antioxidant-rich extract from native Australian pepperberry that helps to protect the skin from free radical damage.
A rich source of vitamin C from native Australian Kakadu plum that helps to brighten and protect the skin.
A rich source of vitamin C from native Australian Kakadu plum that helps to brighten and protect the skin.
A rich source of vitamin C from native Australian Kakadu plum that helps to nourish and protect the skin.
A rich source of vitamin C from native Australian Kakadu plum that helps to nourish and protect the skin.
A rich butter derived from the cocoa bean, known for its moisturising and nourishing properties.
A rich butter derived from the cocoa bean, known for its moisturising and nourishing properties.
A form of vitamin B1 known for its skin conditioning properties. It helps to improve skin texture and moisture retention.
A form of vitamin B1 known for its skin conditioning properties. It helps to improve skin texture and moisture retention.
An antioxidant that helps to protect the skin from free radical damage. It also helps to moisturise and soothe the skin.
An antioxidant that helps to protect the skin from free radical damage. It also helps to moisturise and soothe the skin.
An antioxidant-rich extract from bilberries that helps combat free radicals that accelerate skin aging and damage.
An antioxidant-rich extract from bilberries that helps combat free radicals that accelerate skin aging and damage.