Ingredients · Every formula, explained

Nothing hidden. Nothing wasted.

Every La Moon formula is built around a small, deliberate list of actives — chosen for what they do on African skin, not for what looks good on a label.

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The Hero Six

The actives we actually trust.

Six ingredients do most of the work across our range. Here's why we chose each one — and which formula they live in.

Vitamin B3

Niacinamide

Regulates oil, fades dark spots, strengthens the skin barrier without irritation.

Found in: Brightening Serum · Acne Control Gel

L-Ascorbic Acid

Vitamin C

A powerhouse antioxidant that brightens, evens tone, and protects against environmental damage.

Found in: Vitamin C Complex · Brightening Serum

Sodium Hyaluronate

Hyaluronic Acid

Holds 1000x its weight in water. Plump, dewy skin without a heavy feel.

Found in: SPF 50 Moisturiser · Hyperpigmentation Cream

Sclerocarya birrea

Marula Oil

Indigenous African oil rich in omega fatty acids — nourishing without clogging pores.

Found in: Hyperpigmentation Cream · Gentle Cleanser

Aspalathus linearis

Rooibos Extract

South African red bush, packed with antioxidants. Calms inflammation and soothes reactive skin.

Found in: Gentle Cleanser · Acne Control Gel

From fermented rice

Kojic Acid

A gentle, science-backed alternative to hydroquinone. Targets melanin production at the source.

Found in: Hyperpigmentation Cream · Brightening Serum

The blacklist

What we'll never put in a La Moon bottle.

Brightening without bleaching. Clearing without stripping. These are non-negotiable.

✕ Hydroquinone

✕ Steroids

✕ Skin bleach

✕ Parabens

✕ Mineral oil

✕ Synthetic fragrance

Sourcing

SA-sourced where we can.

Marula and rooibos come from South African suppliers in Limpopo and the Western Cape. The lab-synthesised actives (niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, kojic acid) are pharmaceutical-grade, sourced from accredited manufacturers. Every batch is traceable.

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