REFERENCE
Ingredient & science glossary
Plain-language definitions of the actives and mechanisms behind the Mitoderm protocol — the same terms that surface as tooltips across the product pages.
- ahas
- Alpha-hydroxy acids (glycolic, lactic, mandelic). Water-soluble exfoliants targeting tone and texture.
- bhas
- Beta-hydroxy acids (salicylic). Oil-soluble — penetrate sebum to clear pores. Best for acne-prone skin.
- biomimetic peptide
- Lab-designed peptide that mimics a signal the skin already understands — instructs fibroblasts to repair, restructure or quiet inflammation.Used inV-Tech SerumV-Tech Gel MaskExotech GelExosignal HairExosignal Hair Spray
- collagen
- Structural protein providing skin firmness. Production drops ~1% per year after age 25; many actives target its synthesis.
- exosomes
- Nano-sized vesicles (~30–150 nm) released by cells, carrying growth factors, peptides and signalling molecules. In aesthetics they instruct skin cells to repair, regenerate and produce more collagen.Used inV-Tech SerumExosignal HairExosignal Hair Spray
- hyaluronic acid
- A glycosaminoglycan that holds up to 1000× its weight in water. Plumps fine lines, restores bounce, and helps active ingredients spread evenly.Used inV-Tech Gel Mask
- lyophilised
- Freeze-dried — water removed at low temperature to keep delicate cargo stable until activation at the chair.
- microneedling
- Controlled micro-channels created with a motorised needle pen. Triggers a wound-healing cascade and, more importantly, delivers actives past the stratum corneum.
- nad+
- Coenzyme central to cellular energy. Topical NAD+ supports mitochondrial recovery — relevant for longevity protocols.Used inEXO-NAD Skin Longevity Peeling
- niacinamide
- Vitamin B3. Reinforces the skin barrier, evens tone, reduces sebum production and redness. Tolerated by most skin types.
- peptide
- Short chain of amino acids that signal skin cells. Different peptides stimulate collagen, elasticity, or barrier repair.Used inV-Tech SerumV-Tech Gel MaskExotech GelExosignal HairExosignal Hair SprayEXO-NAD Skin Longevity Peeling
- polynucleotide
- Long chains of nucleotides that bind water and signal fibroblasts to rebuild dermal scaffolding. Particularly relevant for post-procedure barrier soothing and density.Used inV-Tech Gel Mask
- retinol
- Vitamin A derivative. Accelerates cell turnover, smooths texture, reduces fine lines. Photosensitising — use in evening protocols.
- snail mucin
- Filtered secretion rich in glycoproteins, hyaluronic acid and copper peptides. Calms, hydrates and supports barrier recovery.Used inV-Tech Gel Mask