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BENEFITS

- Hydrates and mattifies the skin
- Restores the oil/water balance
- Protects skin from pollution
- Strengthens the natural skin barrier
- Primes the skin to perfection

INGREDIENTS

Formulated with sustainably-sourced, biodynamic ingredients that are kind to skin and the environment.

Full Ingredient List:
Aqua. Sorbitan Stearate. C13-C16 Isoalkane. Rhus Verniciflua Peel Wax. Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate. Cetearyl Alcohol. Heptyl Undecylenate. Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil. Butyrospermum Parkii Butter. Rosa Rubiginosa Seed Oil. Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil. Sorbitol. Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate. Ethylhexylglycerin. Glycerin. Squalane. Saccharide Isomerate. Xanthan Gum. Sorbityl Laurate. Tocopherol. Dextrin Palmitate. Phenylpropanol. Sodium Benzoate. Sodium Hyaluronate. Propolis Extract. Allantoin. Olea Europaea Leaf Extract. Ascorbyl Glucoside. Zinc PCA. Ascorbic Acid. Spirulina Maxima Powder. Citric Acid. Sodium Citrate. Haematococcus Pluvialis Oil. Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil. Astaxanthin. Fragrance.

Our products are fragranced at mild levels and are Good Face approved.

Max fragrance concentration in 100 ml is 0.2ml.

Free from:
PTFE/PFOA
Acetaldehyde
Acetonitrile
Methylene Chloride
Benzalkonium Chloride
Acetone
Ethylendiaminetetraacetic Acid (EDTA)
Bispheonal A (BPA)

DIRECTIONS

Apply to clean skin after your serum, and massage. Tap fingers over skin until fully absorbed. Wait 1-minute before applying your makeup. Can be used daily, AM and PM.

RESULTS

Tested Under Dermatologist Supervision
- Patch test: 0% allergens
- 48% increase in hydration levels after 7 days of use
- 40% sebum reduction after 2 weeks of use

Continuous Community Evaluation
- 82% of customers noticed a reduction in oiliness and a mattified complexion
- 90% of customers noticed an increase in skin comfort
- 79% of customers noticed a decrease of irritation and redness

Day Hack

Rebalancing Moisturiser
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Best for oily and combination skin, but suitable for all skin types.
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£52.00

Day Hack carefully manages the balance between dry, dehydrated skin and oily or combination skin. A slightly mattifying moisturiser, this is your daily hack for great skin.

Darker skin tones can overproduce sebum to counteract the effects of dryness. It’s your skin’s way of keeping itself hydrated, but it can lead to breakouts, blemishes and uneven texture. That’s where we come in.

Moringa Oil, Shea Butter and Hyaluronic Acid provide nourishment while, Vitamin C complex and Propolis help to re-balance and brighten the skin. Zinc, Allantoin and Cannabis Oil help to soothe inflammation, improve texture and protect against pollution and other environmental aggressors. 

Free from plastics, we use a natural alternative to silicone to create a silky-smooth feeling without compromising the essential deep hydration that darker skin tones need.  

The result is a nourishing moisturiser that traps hydration at the deepest layers of the skin. But more than that, it provides long-term protection, balances oil production and leaves the complexion plump, glowing, and healthy.

 Think of this as your daily TLC for stressed-out skin.  

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BENEFITS

- Hydrates and mattifies the skin
- Restores the oil/water balance
- Protects skin from pollution
- Strengthens the natural skin barrier
- Primes the skin to perfection

INGREDIENTS

Formulated with sustainably-sourced, biodynamic ingredients that are kind to skin and the environment.

Full Ingredient List:
Aqua. Sorbitan Stearate. C13-C16 Isoalkane. Rhus Verniciflua Peel Wax. Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate. Cetearyl Alcohol. Heptyl Undecylenate. Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil. Butyrospermum Parkii Butter. Rosa Rubiginosa Seed Oil. Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil. Sorbitol. Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate. Ethylhexylglycerin. Glycerin. Squalane. Saccharide Isomerate. Xanthan Gum. Sorbityl Laurate. Tocopherol. Dextrin Palmitate. Phenylpropanol. Sodium Benzoate. Sodium Hyaluronate. Propolis Extract. Allantoin. Olea Europaea Leaf Extract. Ascorbyl Glucoside. Zinc PCA. Ascorbic Acid. Spirulina Maxima Powder. Citric Acid. Sodium Citrate. Haematococcus Pluvialis Oil. Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil. Astaxanthin. Fragrance.

Our products are fragranced at mild levels and are Good Face approved.

Max fragrance concentration in 100 ml is 0.2ml.

Free from:
PTFE/PFOA
Acetaldehyde
Acetonitrile
Methylene Chloride
Benzalkonium Chloride
Acetone
Ethylendiaminetetraacetic Acid (EDTA)
Bispheonal A (BPA)

DIRECTIONS

Apply to clean skin after your serum, and massage. Tap fingers over skin until fully absorbed. Wait 1-minute before applying your makeup. Can be used daily, AM and PM.

RESULTS

Tested Under Dermatologist Supervision
- Patch test: 0% allergens
- 48% increase in hydration levels after 7 days of use
- 40% sebum reduction after 2 weeks of use

Continuous Community Evaluation
- 82% of customers noticed a reduction in oiliness and a mattified complexion
- 90% of customers noticed an increase in skin comfort
- 79% of customers noticed a decrease of irritation and redness

science-backed, 100% cruelty-free products

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Hero Ingredients

Moringa Oil

From the tree of life, this precious oil contains a huge variety of benefits. Deeply moisturising and nourishing, it’s rich in skin-healthy nutrients such as collagen building Vitamin A and anti-inflammatory Vitamin E. It rejuvenates dull, tired and aging skin whilst brightening uneven skin tone and scarring.

Hyaluronic Acid

Our low molecular weight Hyaluronic Acid is able to penetrate all the skin layers, to trap water, protect against dehydration and plump fine lines and wrinkles..

Rosehip Oil

Regenerating and restorative, this vitamin-rich flower increases cell rejuvenation, reduces scarring and hyperpigmentation.

Zinc PCA

Naturally antimicrobial this hero ingredient helps to regulate sebum production fast.

Allantoin

This skin soothing ingredient helps to relieve irritation and inflammation leaving the skin soft and comforted. 

Propolis Extract

Naturally rich in antioxidants, this skin purifying ingredient helps to deeply cleanse pores, soothe irritation and reduce inflammation, blemishes and breakouts.

Hemp Oil

Rich in antioxidants with anti-inflammatory properties, this powerful ingredient soothes skin, tackles acne and stimulates skin rejuvenation. 

Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil

Regenerating and restorative, this antioxidant-rich oil effectively reduces oily skin, inflammation, blemishes and balances the skin's microbiota. 

4 reasons why our products are 
highly effective for darker skin tones

Reason #1: 
The Beauty-Enhancing Elixir

As you may already know, most skincare products are made of up to 80% water. And guess what water they use? Tap water, of course. 

 

Tap water contains impurities and contaminants, such as chlorine and heavy metals, which can irritate the skin and cause dryness or sensitivity. Additionally, it lacks essential minerals and nourishing properties, which leads to less effective hydration and revitalization of the skin.


On the other hand, at 4.5.6 Skin we use a special form of water that we create in our very own lab. It’s called Hexagonal water, and we use it in ALL our products.

 

This type of water has the awesome ability to dive deep into your skin, hydrating like nobody's business and leaving your skin looking and feeling amazing. 

 

We don’t use hexagonal water because it’s “cool.” We use it because it’s EXACTLY what darker skin tones need. Here’s why:

 

The structure of darker skin is often thicker and prone to water loss, leading to dehydration. Traditional skincare hydration, heavy on occlusives like plastics, suits lighter tones but not darker ones. 

 

For deeper hydration, we replenish and fortify the skin with plastic-free occlusives. That’s why we use Hexagonal water. 

 

By turning water into an active ingredient, we combat dehydration, inflammation, and weakness specific to darker skin tones.

 

Quite frankly, just our water alone blows other brands out of the water. 

But that’s not all. Let’s move on to secret #2.

Reason #2:
Gentle & Nourishing Texture Agents

Texture agents are the ingredient that gives skincare products that smooth, gliding feel. 

Typically, most skincare brands turn to plastics and silicones for this, but they can be harsh on darker skin, causing inflammation and dryness. 


We thought, "Let's switch things up." That's why we use plant-based, amino acid-derived agents—they're gentle on the skin and leave it feeling nourished and soothed.

Reason #3: 
Safe & Natural Preservatives

When it comes to product preservation, most skincare products use endocrine disruptors like parabens and phenoxyethanol. Which can cause irritation and mess with hormonal balance — especially for young women. 

Honestly, we couldn't bear the thought of potentially harming someone's reproductive health. 


So, we took a stand. No compromise.


Instead of using endocrine disruptors, we use a blend of gentle acids and phenylpropanol—a natural alternative that not only preserves but also boosts ingredients’ efficacy.

Reason #4: 
Complex Active Ingredients 
Formulated For Women Of Color

We know darker skin tones are extra sensitive. Therefore, instead of cramming in high percentages of single hero ingredients, we opt for complexes of active ingredients at smaller doses. 

That’s why our formulations not only treat skin issues but also target the root causes, reducing sensitivity and inflammation while boosting the skin's defense mechanisms. It's like giving your skin a team of allies, each ingredient working together for optimal results.

Yes! I'd love to have a radiant skin

Meet our founder

As a woman of color struggling with acne and hyperpigmentation, I was frustrated with skincare from ‘clinical experts’ that didn’t address the specific needs of my skin. 

 

In fact, our research revealed that darker skin tones are physiologically different . And therefore, they require a different treatment. 

 

Sadly, phototypes IV, V, & VI (non-white skin tones) have not been included in research and development or testing - which means that most skincare product that are marketed to us, aren't actually formulated for us. 

 

I vowed that healthy glowing skin should be accessible to everyone

Noelly Michoux

CEO & Founder. 4.5.6 Skin