Clean, Effective, and Skin-Loving—Always
At Luna & Lark, we believe great skincare begins with great ingredients. Whether you’re building your first ritual or refining a seasoned routine, knowing what to look for can help you choose products that nourish, protect, and glow up your skin—without the junk.
Here’s your go-to guide for clean, functional skincare ingredients based on what really works.
🌞 Must-Have Ingredients for Daily Rituals
🫧 Cleanser
Start your day with ingredients that refresh without stripping your skin. Try UpCircle Eco Cleansing Face Milk with Aloe Vera + Oat Powder!
Look for:
- Aloe vera – Soothes and hydrates
- Green tea extract – Antioxidant-rich and calming
- Coconut-based surfactants – Cleanse gently, naturally
- Oat powder – Light exfoliation + calming care
💧 Moisturizer
Your skin’s hydration barrier is everything—protect it with ingredients that support and seal. Try Indie Lee Daily Vitamin Infusion!
Look for:
- Hyaluronic acid – Attracts moisture and plumps
- Squalane – Lightweight, skin-identical hydration
- Ceramides – Strengthen and rebuild the skin barrier
- Vitamin E – Antioxidant protection all day
☀️ SPF
No glow without protection. SPF is non-negotiable, every day, year-round. Try Odacité SPF 50 Mineral Drops Sheer Sunscreen!
Look for:
- Zinc oxide or titanium dioxide – Mineral filters safe for sensitive skin
- Antioxidants like Vitamin C or green tea – Reinforce sun defense
- Non-nano particles – Gentle on you, better for the planet
✨ Nice-to-Have Ingredients to Level Up Your Routine
🌟 Serum
Serums deliver high-impact ingredients in concentrated form. Try Three Ships Skin Hero Bio-Retinol Serum!
Look for:
- Vitamin C – Brightens, evens tone, boosts collagen
- Niacinamide – Balances oil, reduces redness, smooths skin
- Bakuchiol – Gentle alternative to retinol
- Peptides – Boost firmness and elasticity
👁️ Eye Cream
For brighter, smoother under-eyes—especially after late nights or long weeks. Try Indie Lee Restorative Eye Serum — it delivers on all three!
Look for:
- Caffeine – Reduces puffiness and energizes tired eyes
- Chamomile or arnica – Calms and soothes
- Peptides & hyaluronic acid – Smooth fine lines + hydrate
💦 Toner
A prep step that balances and boosts everything that comes after. Try Indie Lee CoQ-10 Toner!
Look for:
- Rose or lavender water – Calming and aromatic
- Glycerin – A humectant that draws moisture in
- Willow bark extract – Gentle exfoliation from nature
- CoQ-10 – Energizes and protects
💫 Ingredient Integrity, Always
All Luna & Lark skincare products are handpicked for ingredient transparency, clean formulation, and performance. That means:
✅ No parabens
✅ No phthalates
✅ No PEGs
✅ No mystery preservatives
✅ Always cruelty-free, often vegan, and made by women-founded brands we believe in
Ready to build your ritual?
Explore our Face Rituals collection and let your skincare reflect your values—clean, kind, and just a little luxurious. 🌙✨
