Our Ingredients | Mirissa Lab
Key active ingredients in science-led scalp care
Mirissa Lab formulas are designed with an active ingredient architecture that starts hair care at the scalp. On this page, instead of basic carrier or preservation ingredients, we focus on the actives and botanical extracts that carry real functional value in scalp care.
Our ingredient strategy
Active ingredient map by product
| Product | Scientific care focus | Featured actives |
|---|---|---|
| Sulfate-Free Salt-Free Scalp Shampoo | Scalp cleansing with a focus on sebum balance, microbiome-conscious care and flake appearance. | Zinc PCA, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, Inulin, Panthenol, Betaine, Bisabolol, Aloe Vera, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein. |
| Night Repair Hair Serum | Night scalp care for hair prone to shedding, peptide complex and botanical actives. | Niacinamide, Squalane, Zinc PCA, Panthenol, Allantoin, Biotin, Apigenin, Oleanolic Acid, Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3, Trifolium Pratense. |
| Scalp Care Routine Set | A two-step scalp routine combining cleansing and nighttime care. | Shampoo actives and serum peptide/botanical actives are used together. |
Active ingredient glossary
Each section below is an expandable tab. For every ingredient, we explain its cosmetic function, scientific care logic, relationship with the scalp and related product link.
Niacinamide
Niacinamide, a form of vitamin B3, is one of the most studied cosmetic actives in dermatology literature. In topical use, it is associated with supporting epidermal barrier lipids and ceramide synthesis, reducing transepidermal water loss and promoting a more balanced-looking skin surface.
Since the scalp is a continuation of skin structure, Niacinamide is positioned in Mirissa Lab serum around scalp barrier care, comfort and sebum balance. In routines for hair prone to shedding, it is one of the core actives supporting a healthier-feeling scalp environment at night.
For users searching for a hair serum with Niacinamide, this active brings scalp barrier, oil balance and night hair care into the same formula story.
Zinc PCA
Zinc PCA is a selective active used in dermocosmetic formulas focused on sebum balance. It is formed by combining zinc with PCA. Zinc compounds are evaluated in relation to oily appearance, microbial balance and skin comfort, while PCA is related to the skin’s natural moisturizing factors.
In Mirissa Lab formulas, Zinc PCA sits at the center of a science-led care approach for an imbalanced scalp environment associated with quick oiliness, heavy scalp feel and flake appearance.
A shampoo formula with Zinc PCA directly connects with some of the most searched scalp care needs: oily scalp, flake appearance and sebum balance.
Panthenol
Panthenol is known as provitamin B5 and is frequently studied in topical formulas for moisture retention, barrier care, elasticity and reducing the look of irritation. In hair care, Panthenol’s ability to bind to keratin is valuable for creating a shinier and fuller hair feel.
In Mirissa Lab shampoo and serum, Panthenol is one of the supportive actives that makes scalp cleansing feel more comfortable and helps support scalp moisture balance in nighttime care.
For users searching for provitamin B5 hair care, Panthenol stands out through scalp moisture balance and a more comfortable care experience.
Biotin
Biotin is one of the vitamins most strongly associated with hair and nail biology. Since biotin deficiency can be linked with hair quality and visible shedding concerns, it has strong awareness in the hair care category.
In a topical cosmetic formula, Biotin is not positioned as a treatment claim on its own. Instead, it is part of a scalp-focused care complex together with peptides and botanical actives. In Mirissa Lab serum, it strengthens the night routine language around “scalp + follicle-area care”.
A hair serum with Biotin strengthens the formula with one of the most researched actives among users building a care routine for hair prone to shedding.
Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1
Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1 is a biotin-related biomimetic peptide used in modern hair serum formulas focused on density look and follicle-area care. Peptide technology gives scalp care a targeted and science-led formula perception.
In Mirissa Lab serum, Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1 is one of the main peptide components of nighttime scalp care for hair prone to shedding. Instead of crude claims such as “grows hair”, the more accurate and premium language is to describe it through scalp environment and follicle-area care.
For this reason, Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1 is one of the most distinctive actives in Mirissa Lab serum for peptide hair serum and density-look positioning.
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3 is one of the biomimetic peptides used in scalp care. In cosmetic peptide technology, it is positioned around follicle-area care, density look and a stronger care routine perception.
In Mirissa Lab serum, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3 forms the second main backbone of the peptide complex together with Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1. This duo helps the product be perceived not as a simple oil or classic hair care item, but as a technology-focused scalp serum.
A scalp serum with Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3 combines peptide technology with the night care routine and strengthens the scientific character of the formula.
Apigenin
Apigenin is a flavonoid compound found in chamomile and certain plants. In cosmetic active complexes, it is used with an antioxidant care approach, scalp comfort language and follicle-area care positioning.
In Mirissa Lab formulas, Apigenin is part of the same scientific story as peptides and Oleanolic Acid. This combination allows the scalp to be treated not only as an area to be cleansed, but also as an active care zone.
Apigenin is evaluated among flavonoid-based scalp actives and creates a scientific botanical layer in active-rich hair serum formulas.
Oleanolic Acid
Oleanolic Acid is a triterpenic compound associated with olive leaf and various botanical sources. In cosmetic scalp actives, it is positioned around sebum balance, follicle-area care and a botanical science approach.
In Mirissa Lab serum, Oleanolic Acid is an important part of the night care story for hair prone to shedding together with the peptide complex. In the shampoo, it strengthens the perception of scalp balance and active care.
Oleanolic Acid is one of the strong components of the scalp active complex for a care story aimed at hair prone to shedding.
Trifolium Pratense Flower Extract
Trifolium Pratense Flower Extract is red clover flower extract. Red clover is one of the botanical raw materials frequently preferred in hair care active complexes due to its isoflavone profile.
In Mirissa Lab serum, Trifolium Pratense sits alongside Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3 and other actives as one of the premium botanical extracts that strengthens the perception of density look and scalp care routine.
A botanical hair serum with Trifolium Pratense positions red clover extract in the same care architecture as modern peptide technology.
Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate
Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate is a modern ingredient obtained through fermentation technology and used in microbiome-conscious cosmetic care. Since the scalp has its own microbial ecosystem, this ingredient gives the shampoo formula a scientific and current direction.
In Mirissa Lab shampoo, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate supports a positioning beyond a classic cleansing product: a scalp care shampoo. In the language of flake appearance and quick oiliness tendency, microbiome balance is a highly valuable SEO topic.
Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate naturally brings the concepts of microbiome shampoo and scalp microbiome into the ingredient architecture of Mirissa Lab shampoo.
Inulin
Inulin is a polysaccharide known for a prebiotic care approach. In cosmetic formulas, it is used to approach the skin and scalp ecosystem with a more balanced care logic.
In Mirissa Lab shampoo, Inulin strengthens the microbiome-conscious scalp care story together with Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate. This duo helps the product be perceived not only as an oil-removing shampoo, but as a care product targeting scalp balance.
Inulin supports the prebiotic shampoo approach and is one of the distinctive points of the formula for users searching for microbiome-focused hair care.
Betaine
Betaine is a multifunctional cosmetic ingredient associated with moisture balance and osmotic stress management. In shampoo formulas, it is preferred for a more balanced user experience after cleansing and to reduce the feeling of dryness.
In Mirissa Lab shampoo, Betaine is one of the ingredients that helps balance the purifying cleansing system with scalp comfort.
A shampoo with Betaine creates balance between cleansing and comfort for users looking for sensitive scalp care and moisture balance.
Bisabolol
Bisabolol is a valuable ingredient associated with chamomile and known in cosmetic formulas for its soothing care profile. It is frequently used in sensitive skin and scalp formulas due to its comfort-supporting character.
In Mirissa Lab shampoo, Bisabolol is one of the active supports that reduces the perception of aggressive cleansing while purifying the scalp and improving sensitive scalp comfort.
Bisabolol strengthens the soothing hair care story for users searching for a sensitive scalp shampoo.
Allantoin
Allantoin is a classic cosmetic raw material known for soothing and smoothing care in sensitive skin routines. It is preferred in formulas designed to improve comfort on skin surfaces that feel dry, tight or uncomfortable.
In Mirissa Lab serum, Allantoin is a supportive ingredient that helps the formula applied to the scalp overnight feel more comfortable, soft and balanced.
A sensitive scalp serum with Allantoin offers a soothing and comfort-focused application experience in night care.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Aloe Vera is one of the most recognized botanical ingredients in cosmetic formulas, known for moisture, freshness, antioxidant care and a soothing care approach. In scalp care, it is a strong support component in routines associated with dryness, tightness and discomfort.
In Mirissa Lab products, Aloe Vera acts as a botanical balancing element that makes the purifying structure of the shampoo and the night care texture of the serum feel more comfortable.
Aloe Vera adds a botanical comfort layer to the formula for users searching for sensitive scalp care and scalp moisture balance.
Squalane
Squalane is a lightweight and stable emollient compatible with skin lipids. It provides a soft, smooth and non-heavy care feel while helping reduce moisture loss at the skin barrier.
In Mirissa Lab serum, Squalane is one of the premium texture ingredients that gives a care feel to the scalp at night without heaviness. It creates a more refined care texture that is less likely to bother users with oily scalp.
A lightweight scalp serum with Squalane highlights the premium texture advantage of the formula for users who do not want a heavy feeling in night care.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is green tea leaf extract. Green tea polyphenols have a strong place in cosmetic literature around antioxidant care, environmental stress appearance and skin comfort.
In Mirissa Lab serum, green tea extract provides a botanical support with an antioxidant care direction in nighttime scalp care. Together with peptides and niacinamide, it strengthens the perception of a modern dermocosmetic hair serum.
A hair serum with green tea extract gives the formula botanical science value for users searching for antioxidant hair care and scalp comfort.
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract is chamomile flower extract. Chamomile has strong scientific and consumer awareness as a botanical ingredient associated with soothing and comfort-enhancing care in sensitive skin routines.
In Mirissa Lab serum, chamomile extract gives the night scalp care routine a calmer, more balanced and sensitive-scalp-compatible framework.
Chamomile extract strengthens the comfort side of the formula for users searching for sensitive scalp care and a calmer night serum experience.
Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract
Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract is rosemary extract. Rosemary is one of the most searched botanical ingredients in hair care; it creates an active perception associated with antioxidant care, freshness and scalp vitality.
In Mirissa Lab serum, rosemary extract strengthens the natural and botanical scalp care perception alongside the peptide and biotin complex. From an SEO perspective, “rosemary hair serum” searches are valuable.
A hair serum with rosemary extract is one of the strong botanicals familiar to users searching for scalp vitality and botanical hair care.
Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract
Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract is sage leaf extract. In cosmetic care, sage is one of the botanical ingredients associated with a purified, balanced and fresh scalp feel.
In Mirissa Lab serum, sage extract is part of the botanical complex that supports the perception of oil balance and scalp freshness.
Sage extract is an important part of the botanical complex for users searching for oily scalp care and a balanced scalp feel.
Olea Europaea Leaf Extract
Olea Europaea Leaf Extract is olive leaf extract. Olive leaf is used in cosmetic formulas as a premium botanical support component through its polyphenol profile and antioxidant care approach.
In Mirissa Lab serum, olive leaf extract creates a scientific and natural ingredient layer that supports scalp care with Mediterranean botanicals.
Olive leaf extract supports the story of antioxidant scalp care and a night serum enriched with Mediterranean botanicals.
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein is wheat protein broken down through hydrolysis. Thanks to hydrolysis, the protein is divided into smaller fragments; this structure is used in hair care products to create a smoother, fuller and more cared-for feel on the hair fiber surface.
In Mirissa Lab shampoo, it supports the cosmetic feel of the hair fiber while the scalp is cleansed. For this reason, the product serves not only the scalp but also the post-wash hair texture.
A shampoo with Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein strengthens the after-cleansing care perception for users searching for protein shampoo and hair fullness feel.
Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract
Cocos Nucifera Fruit Extract is coconut fruit extract. In cosmetic hair care, it is known for softness, care feel and a tropical botanical perception.
In Mirissa Lab serum, it is part of the botanical extract complex and offers a richer care experience around the scalp and hair.
Coconut extract enriches the care profile of the serum for users searching for botanical hair care and a soft feel.
Hedera Helix Leaf Extract
Hedera Helix Leaf Extract is ivy leaf extract. In cosmetic formulas, it is used among botanical extract groups that support a purifying care perception, texture quality and skin appearance.
In Mirissa Lab serum, it expands the botanical complex structure of scalp care and gives a more refined botanical care perception, especially against oiliness and heaviness feel.
Ivy leaf extract is one of the botanicals that supports a purified and balanced scalp feel in the botanical hair serum formula.
Gossypium Herbaceum Seed Extract
Gossypium Herbaceum Seed Extract is cotton seed extract. In cosmetic formulas, it is one of the supportive extracts associated with softness, comfort and a botanical care feel.
In Mirissa Lab serum, it completes the richer and more premium botanical profile of the nighttime formula applied to the scalp.
Cotton seed extract is one of the botanical supports linked with soft hair care and a comfortable night serum experience.
Triticum Vulgare Germ Extract
Triticum Vulgare Germ Extract is wheat germ extract. Wheat germ is used in cosmetic formulas with a nourishing and rich botanical profile perception.
In Mirissa Lab serum, it is one of the extracts that adds a botanical support layer to scalp care and especially strengthens the rich ingredient perception of the night care product.
Wheat germ extract completes the rich botanical care profile and scalp routine story inside the night hair serum.
Frequently asked ingredient questions
Why do the shampoo and serum share some of the same actives?
Because the scalp routine has two steps: the shampoo purifies the scalp and prepares the care environment; the serum provides active care with a longer contact time throughout the night. Ingredients such as Zinc PCA and Panthenol appearing in both products strengthens the integrity of the routine.
Why are peptide ingredients positioned more strongly in the serum?
Peptides are more meaningful in leave-in products because their contact time with the scalp is longer. That is why actives such as Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1 and Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3 are positioned inside Mirissa Lab Night Repair Hair Serum.
What does microbiome-conscious shampoo mean?
A microbiome-conscious shampoo focuses not only on harshly purifying the scalp, but also on approaching the scalp ecosystem with a more balanced care logic. Inulin and Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate are the key ingredients of this story.

