Ingredient Library

MSM

INCI Name: Dimethyl Sulfone

A naturally occurring sulfur compound used by Luzern as part of an advanced delivery system to help optimize the integration of active ingredients within the formula.

Why This Ingredient Matters

MSM is a naturally occurring sulfur compound valued by Luzern primarily for its role within advanced active-delivery systems rather than as a standalone hero ingredient.

Why Formulation Matters

Delivery is an important part of ingredient performance.

Luzern uses MSM within targeted serum formulas to help optimize how active ingredients are integrated and work together within the formulation.

How Luzern Uses It

Serum Absolut WE3 — incorporates MSM into a Smart Delivery System alongside advanced peptides, Niacinamide, Ectoin, and Hyaluronic Acid.

Serum Absolut Radiance — uses MSM as part of the delivery system surrounding Alpha-Arbutin, Niacinamide, stabilized Vitamin C, and brightening botanicals.

Serum Absolut Rehydrate — combines MSM with multi-weight Hyaluronic Acid, Niacinamide, Panthenol, and lipids in a targeted hydration system.

Key Benefits

Supports advanced ingredient delivery

Helps optimize integration of active ingredients

Complements high-performance serum formulations

Supports overall formula performance

Common Questions

What is MSM in skincare?

MSM is a naturally occurring sulfur compound that Luzern uses primarily as part of its active-delivery systems.

Is MSM an active ingredient?

MSM can have skin-supporting properties of its own, but Luzern primarily values it for its role in helping optimize active ingredient delivery.

Why does ingredient delivery matter?

Selecting effective ingredients is only part of formulation—the way ingredients are incorporated and delivered can also influence how effectively a formula performs.