Our Ingredients

Ingredients Chosen for What They Do

We partner with patented actives and proven botanicals. No hidden blends. Every active disclosed at its actual concentration, with the supplier and source on record.

Patented & Trademarked ActivesQ-Actin® · Ioniplex® · MitoPrime® · PhytoCellTec™ · NovoRetin™ · Delentigo™ · Hybloom™ · Hymagic™ 4D · MossCellTec™
Clinically Studied IngredientsPeer-reviewed research on every active where available; manufacturer laboratory research clearly labeled
Full-Disclosure LabelingEvery active disclosed at actual concentration; no proprietary blends; locked INCI / supplement facts panels
Formulated for Adults 35+Doses set by published study protocols, not by category trends

Supplement Actives

US Patent 9,326,977 B2 IminoTech, Inc. (Carson City, NV) Self-Affirmed GRAS On US market since 2017

Q-Actin® — Cucumis sativus Extract (idoBR1)

What it does: Plant-derived iminosugar (idoBR1) studied for its role in inflammatory pathway research. Supports joint comfort and mobility.

  • In a 180-day randomized double-blind trial, 20 mg Q-Actin® daily reduced WOMAC joint scores by 70.3% — vs 33.7% for 2,700 mg glucosamine-chondroitin (Nash et al., 2018, PMC6207263). Individual results may vary.
  • In a separate 60-day randomized placebo-controlled trial, 20 mg/day Q-Actin® improved WOMAC by 31.79% from baseline at Day 60 (Hausenblas et al., 2025, Cureus 17(9):e93507, NCT06246383)
  • Standardized to >1% idoBR1 — the active iminosugar amino acid
  • Cucumber-derived (not shellfish-derived like glucosamine — safe for shellfish allergies)
  • Safety: NOAEL ≥1,000 mg/kg/day over 90 days, no genotoxicity (Kothari et al., 2018, Toxicology Reports, PMC6224328)

In Vflex: 20 mg per gummy (verified by FARE Labs at 22.4 mg measured). One gummy daily.

US Patents 8,709,497 + 8,927,031 + 1 pending Mineral BioSciences® (Goodyear, AZ) Self-Affirmed GRAS

Ioniplex® — Patented Fulvic Ionic Mineral Complex

What it does: Delivers 65+ trace minerals in ionic fulvic form. Designed to support cellular mineral nutrition — the foundation for skin, hair, nail, and connective tissue maintenance.

  • Manufacturer laboratory data on file describes activity on cellular collagen pathways and mitochondrial-pathway metabolism in vitro (Sunny Biodiscovery Reports 697-BIOAV, 400COL, 466A)
  • Six-week clinical evaluation on oral Ioniplex on nail condition: randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled (Boisits 2009, Study No. 3411BK0609)
  • Two issued US patents (Mineral, Cosmetic, Pharmaceutical, and Agriculture Compositions + Anti-Glycation Methods and Compositions) plus one pending
  • Manufacturer Ioniplex® White Paper (Mineral BioSciences, October 2021)

In Vioni+: 208.14 mg per gummy (verified by FARE Labs). One gummy daily.

PCT/CN2019/121260 + USPTO 63/138,804 provisional NNB Nutrition (Nanjing, China) Self-Affirmed GRAS

MitoPrime® — 98%+ Pure L-Ergothioneine

What it does: L-ergothioneine is an amino acid your body actively conserves through a dedicated transporter (OCTN1). Proposed as a putative longevity vitamin candidate by Bruce Ames (PNAS, 2018) — a hypothesis paper, not an established conclusion. We always include the "putative" qualifier.

  • Ames B.N. (2018) — "Putative longevity vitamins" hypothesis in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences
  • NNB-001 Lifespan Study (2021) — InVivo Biosystems C. elegans evaluation
  • Distribution and accumulation in mouse tissues (2017) — pharmacokinetic research
  • NNB safety evaluation supporting dietary supplement use
  • Studied in healthy adults aged 50–78 over 12 weeks (Lloyd et al., 2025, Frontiers in Nutrition 12:1563999, NCT05878847). Findings included signals on sleep quality and finger dexterity. Individual results may vary.

In MitoV+: 5 mg L-ergothioneine per gummy as MitoPrime® (verified by FARE Labs at 4.78 mg measured, meets NLT 90% spec).

Skincare Actives

Cosmetic ingredient research. All percentages and findings below are from supplier cosmetic research at the supplier's studied concentration. Finished-product results in VyVa serums may vary. All claims are cosmetic-appearance only — VyVa skincare is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any medical or dermatological condition.
Mibelle Biochemistry (Switzerland) 28-day cosmetic study at studied concentration

PhytoCellTec™ Malus Domestica

What it is: Plant cell culture extract from the Uttwiler Spätlauber Swiss apple variety. Mibelle Biochemistry's cosmetic ingredient research describes appearance benefits in firmness and dermal density at the studied active concentration (Schmid & Zülli, SPC Magazine 02/2010; SöFW Journal May 2008).

In Cellular Renewal Serum: 0.10% finished-product concentration.

Mibelle Biochemistry (Switzerland) Same active in Renewal AND Clarity

MossCellTec™ N°1

What it is: Cosmetic active derived from Physcomitrella patens callus extract. Mibelle's cosmetic ingredient research positions it for appearance benefits related to skin resilience. Anchors both our Cellular Renewal Serum and our Cellular Clarity Serum — connecting the resilience and tone narratives.

In Renewal & Clarity: 2.00% raw concentration in both serums.

Sederma / Croda (France) EU INCI: DNA (CAS 9007-49-2) Not vegan

Salmon-Derived DNA Polynucleotide Complex (Sederma DNA Gel™ PH)

What it is: A cosmetic ingredient delivering DNA polynucleotide chains in a hyaluronic-acid gel base. Salmon soft-roe origin. EU INCI on the label: "DNA" (CAS 9007-49-2). Supports the appearance of firmer, more resilient-looking skin.

Critical disclosures: Not vegan. Not recommended for individuals with fish or seafood allergies. We are a topical cosmetic — not in the injectable PDRN category.

In Cellular Renewal Serum: 0.15% DNA in the finished serum (from 5% Sederma DNA Gel™ PH raw).

Bloomage Biotech World's largest cosmetic-HA producer

Hyaluronic Acid Systems — Hybloom™ HA-TP + Hymagic™ 4D

Hybloom™ HA-TP — multi-molecular-weight cosmetic sodium hyaluronate, used in Cellular Renewal Serum and Cellular Clarity Serum for cosmetic surface hydration.

Hymagic™ 4D — four-form HA system in Cellular Radiance Night Serum:

  1. Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer — long-lasting surface hydration film
  2. Sodium hyaluronate — mid-MW dermal plumping (the workhorse)
  3. Sodium acetylated hyaluronate — enhanced affinity, longer-staying
  4. Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate — small-MW deeper-reaching cosmetic hydration
Mibelle Biochemistry (Switzerland) 8-week cosmetic study (4% Delentigo)

Delentigo™ — Targeted Tone-Evening Active

What it is: A Mibelle cosmetic active combining Swiss garden cress (Lepidium sativum) sprout extract with soy isoflavones (genistein) and lecithin. Designed to support the appearance of fading age spots while leaving surrounding skin tone unchanged.

In Mibelle's 8-week cosmetic study at 4% Delentigo® concentration, the difference in melanin index between the appearance of age spots and surrounding skin decreased by approximately 50%, while surrounding skin tone was unchanged (SöFW Journal May 2009; CosmeticsDesign 2010; HPC Today April 2010; Pure Health Autumn 2010). Individual results in finished VyVa Cellular Clarity Serum may vary.

In Cellular Clarity Serum: 4% raw — same concentration Mibelle's clinical research studied.

Mibelle Biochemistry (Switzerland) 28-day cosmetic study at studied concentration

NovoRetin™ — Plant-Derived Retinol Alternative

What it is: A cosmetic active derived from Pistacia lentiscus (mastic) gum, delivered in a caprylic/capric triglyceride matrix. Mibelle's cosmetic ingredient research documents NovoRetin™ as supporting the skin's own retinoid signaling — without introducing exogenous retinoic acid. 28-day cosmetic studies at the studied active concentration describe appearance improvements in firmness and density (Personal Care Magazine July 2022; HAPPI Magazine June 2024).

In Cellular Radiance Night Serum: 3% raw. Vegan. Night-only use. Broad-spectrum SPF essential next morning.

Sinerga 0.60% in finished serum

Azeloglycine (Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate)

What it is: A derivative of azelaic acid, widely used in cosmetic formulations for soothing properties and cosmetic tone-evening appearance benefits.

In Cellular Clarity Serum: 0.60% (meaningful concentration — a supporting hero active in the formula).

Azelis Non-acidic, pH-stable

Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (Stabilized Vitamin C)

What it is: The stabilized, pH-neutral, non-acidic form of Vitamin C. Designed for cosmetic appearance benefits relating to brightness and antioxidant support, without the irritation associated with L-ascorbic acid.

In Cellular Clarity Serum: 0.10%.

DKSH HD2

Vitamin Tree (Hippophae rhamnoides / Sea Buckthorn)

What it is: Sea buckthorn berry extract with a history in skin care for its carotenoid and omega-7 content. Cosmetic ingredient research describes appearance benefits relating to skin radiance and barrier comfort.

In Cellular Radiance Night Serum: 2% raw → 0.006% Hippophae rhamnoides fruit extract in finished serum.

Lipotec / Lubrizol

Lipomoist™ 2013

What it is: A peptide-mimetic hydration complex used in cosmetic formulations to support sustained cosmetic hydration.

In Cellular Radiance Night Serum: 0.10% raw.

LSC / SACI-CFPA

Viapure™ Licorice White (Glycyrrhiza glabra Root Extract)

What it is: Traditional botanical with cosmetic ingredient research supporting its use for soothing and tone-evening appearance benefits.

In Cellular Radiance Night Serum: 0.001% finished concentration.

Trace Actives (Disclosed for Transparency)

Some recognizable ingredient names are present in our formulas at trace concentrations only — we disclose them for full transparency, but they are not the lead actives for any cosmetic claim we make:

  • Kojic acid — 0.001% in Cellular Clarity Serum. Trace level. Never a lead brightening claim.
  • Arbutin — 0.001% in Cellular Clarity Serum. Trace level. Never a lead brightening claim.
  • Biotin — 0.0001% in Cellular Renewal Serum. Trace.
  • Phytol — 0.0001% in Cellular Renewal Serum + 0.0001% in Cellular Clarity Serum. Trace (carrier component).

For our brightening / tone-correction story, the lead actives are Delentigo™ (Cellular Clarity, 4% raw) and sodium ascorbyl phosphate (Cellular Clarity, 0.10%).

Not in Our Formulas

We are explicit about what is not in VyVa skincare, because category misinformation is widespread:

  • Niacinamide is NOT in Cellular Clarity Serum. Despite some legacy product references that may have implied otherwise, niacinamide is not part of the locked Cellular Clarity formula (FOR.25.184.01). The brightening actives are exactly as listed above.
  • Bakuchiol is NOT in Cellular Radiance Night Serum. Our retinol alternative is NovoRetin™ — a different active. Bakuchiol has its own (separate) cosmetic ingredient research and is not in our formula.
  • Retinol and retinoic acid are NOT in Cellular Radiance. Cellular Radiance is, by design, a retinoid-alternative serum.
  • Hydroquinone is NOT in any VyVa formula. Hydroquinone is a regulated skin-lightening drug.
  • Tretinoin is NOT in any VyVa formula. Tretinoin is a prescription drug.

References and Notes

Every active above is backed by supplier technical documentation, peer-reviewed research where available, or both. Full citations are available on our science page or by emailing science@vyva.global. Locked INCI / Supplement Facts documentation is maintained per product:

  • Cellular Renewal Serum — FOR.25.186.01 (08 August 2025)
  • Cellular Clarity Serum — FOR.25.184.01 (08 August 2025)
  • Cellular Radiance Night Serum — FOR.25.185.01 (25 August 2025)
  • Vflex / Vioni+ / MitoV+ supplement facts panels per current production batch
Required disclaimers. VyVa supplements: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Individual results may vary. VyVa skincare: cosmetic products intended to improve the appearance and feel of skin; not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any medical or dermatological condition. Daily broad-spectrum SPF essential. For external use only. Patch-test before first use if you have sensitive skin.
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