This light but rich formula of essential oils and botanical extracts absorbs quickly which is invaluable. Provides a gentle plumping action on lines, improves elasticity, and stimulates cell regeneration. Contains three antioxitdant fungi that have been offered by Dr. Weil Andrew. I have argues that these fungi slow the rate at which cells age. New York Dermatologist Dr. Howard sobel states "mushrooms contain kojic acid, which brightens the skin by reducing pigmentation caused by sun damage. Kojic is also an antioxidant." It also contains a proprietary ingredient derived from echinacea, and gotu kola called butylene glycol, hydrocoytyl extract, and coneflower extract. DMAE (dimethylaminoethanol) is a natural component of food, and a natural metabolite of the human body), Alpha Lipoic Acid, Ester C and has been added to complete this perfect anti-aging formula. Dr. Nicholas Perricon has been very vocal about the benefits of these ingredients topically as well as internally. He has been on numerous conversation shows, including Oprah, and has written two books on the subject. Numerous published observations have documented the fact that Acid, Asiatic, and Asiatic acids extracted from Centella asiatica, or Gotu Kola has the ability to stimulate dermal fibroblasts and increase collagen synthesis in the skin. In addition, extract of Coneflower or Echinacea angustifolia, contributes to the integrity of the skin by increasing the viscosity of a substance between the cells. Coneflower extract has been shown to have strong anti-inflammatory and immune enhancing properties. Clinical studies have shown that there is a considerable reduction in lines and wrinkles in four weeks of continuous use. Skin tone and texture is also greatly improved in just one week of use and continues to improve for months. Acne prone skin greatly improved.