THE SCIENCE BEHIND OUR PRODUCTS
YOUTH & AGE BEAUTY LINE IS MINDFULLY CREATED
The carefully selected active ingredients are based on state of the art technology and backed by scientific studies: Matrixyl 3000, Marine Collagen, PhytoCellTec™ Alp Rose, Vitamin C, L-ARGININE & L-LYSINE, Hyaluronic acid, Vitamin E, Glycolic Acid & Q10.
Besides powerful anti-aging ingredients, our products are fortified with certified organic ingredients such as: Organic Aloe Vera, Organic Wirch Hazel, Organic Carrot extract & Organic Cucomber extract. We use only best quality oils: Shea Butter, Macadamia Oil & Argan Oil.
BEAUTY LINE WITHOUT ANY SUSPECTED TOXIC INGREDIENTS
Unfortunately, many of the “safe” ingredients in best seller skin care products are endocrine-disrupting phthalates or parabens. Endocrine-disrupting chemicals can cause reproductive issues and they’re linked to increased cancer risk. The more you’re exposed to them, the more they concentrate in your body.
Some toxic ingredients illegally remain unlabelled. Of particular concern are hormonal phthalates, and synthetic “aroma boosters” which strongly intensify organic fragrances.
There are dozens of ingredients currently being used in top-brands that range from questionable to potentially hazardous. These 6 are considered most hazardous: Butylated Hydroxyanisole (BHA), DMDM Hydantoin, Formaldehyde, Parabens, Retinyl Palmitate and Triethanolamine.
VITAMIN C SERUM
✓ 10% Vitamin C
✓ Hyaluronic Acid
✓ Vitamin E
✓ Organic Aloe Vera Gel
✓ Organic Witch Hazel
THE BENEFITS OF KEY INGREDIENTS
10% Vitamin C / Ascorbyl glucoside
✓ Ascorbyl glucoside is a stable form of vitamin C combined with glucose. When properly formulated and absorbed into skin, it breaks down to ascorbic acid (pure vitamin C).
✓ It is selectively permeated through the skin and has been found to have greater stability in the presence of air, heat, light, and pH changes than L-ascorbic acid.
✓ It is considered a gold standard of Vitamin C derivatives due to its high stability and comfortable use.
✓ Aside from the general benefits of pure Vitamin C, Ascorbyl Glucoside has been shown to offer specific skin brightening benefits.
✓ It also has an antiaging effect by increasing collagen synthesis, stabilizing collagen fibers, and decreasing collagen degradation. It decreases melanin formation, thereby reducing pigmentation.
J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2017 Jul; 10(7): 14–17. “Topical Vitamin C and the Skin: Mechanisms of Action and Clinical Applications”; Firas Al-Niaimi, and Nicole Yi Zhen Chiang
Hyaluronic Acid / Sodium Hyaluronate
✓ Sodium hyaluronate is the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid, a naturally found in connective tissues and considered more effective for skin than pure hyaluronic acid due to its greater compatibility.
✓ It has a much lower molecular size, which allows it to penetrate the skin better.
✓ As we age, our skin loses elasticity and moisture, sodium hyaluronate helps to reduce the appearance of wrinkles by “plumping up” the skin.
✓ Studies have suggested that an anti-aging skincare routine containing hyaluronic acid and vitamin C significantly improves the parameters of the skin, which includes wrinkles and skin texture, as well as elasticity. Dermatoendocrinol. 2012 Jul 1; 4(3): 308–319. “Skin anti-aging strategies”; Ruta Ganceviciene et al.
Vitamin E / Tocopheryl Acetate
✓ Tocopheryl acetate is the ester of acetic acid and tocopherol, a pure form of vitamin E.
✓ Vitamin E is the predominant, antioxidant barrier in the outermost layer of the skin, where it protects from oxidation by free radicals, and hindering the reactions that lead to DNA damage and ageing. It strengthens the skin’s defences against the harmful impact of certain environmental factors and is therefore a very popular ingredient, and features, for example, in so-called anti-pollution cosmetics.
✓ Another great benefit of vitamin E’s antioxidant properties is to improve the shelf-life of cosmetic products and ingredients, and replacing usual shelf life enhancers.
Indian Dermatol Online J. 2016 Jul-Aug; 7(4): 311–315.; ” Vitamin E in dermatology”; Mohammad Abid Keen and Iffat Hassan
Organic Aloe Vera Gel / Organic Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
✓ On average, organic grown plants contain higher levels of Vitamin C and essential minerals such as calcium, magnesium, iron and chromium.
✓ Aloe Vera has found to be helpful in treating burn wounds, acne, psoriasis and other skin disease when natural or processed aloe Vera gel is applied on affected areas. It also heals the wound or inflammation induced at a quicker pace. This property justifies its use in creams, moisturizers and lotions and its ability for future use in treating a variety of other medical conditions.
Ayu. 2012 Apr;33(2):193-6.; “Pharmacological attribute of Aloe vera: Revalidation through experimental and clinical studies.”; Gupta VK, Malhotra S.
Organic Witch Hazel / Organic Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Water
✓ Witch hazel (Hamamelis virginiana) is an extract that has active plant constituents such as flavonoids, polyphenols, tannins and volatile oil. These compounds make witch hazel a potent, natural astringent that boasts anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. ✓ Hamamelis virginiana is one of the only medicinal plants approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as a non-prescription drug ingredient.
✓ The natural astringent properties of Witch Hazel can help clear acne by diminishing redness, reducing inflammation and removing bacteria and oil. It has also been shown to speed the healing of acne-related infection, while restraining the development of blackheads and whiteheads when used regularly.
European Medicines Agency , Doc. Ref.: EMA/HMPC/114585/2008; COMMITTEE ON HERBAL MEDICINAL PRODUCTS
TOP SELLING PRODUCTS ON THE MARKET - DISADVANTAGES
Irritable and harmful Ingredients found in skin care products by top sellers:
Ethylhehylglycerin
X Despite the approval by the CIR Expert Panel, ethylhexylglycerin can be a skin and eye irritant.
According to Cosmetics Info, undiluted ethylhexylglycerin is an eye irritant, while a 5% concentration only causes mild eye irritation.
X Two studies have found ethylhexylglycerin to be a skin irritant, even at low concentrations: A Belgian study by the Department of Dermatology at the University Hospital and a study in the journal Contact Dermatitis.
X Those with sensitive skin may want to avoid ethylhexylglycerin due to the potential of contact dermatitis.
Carbomer
X Though generally considered safe, they can sometimes contain “neutralizing agents” TEA or EDTA
X These can carry contaminants that can be potentially carcinogenic.
X Full-strength carbomer can be highly irritating to skin and eyes and may have a permeating effect on skin.
Wildcrafted Horsetail (Equisetum Arvense)
X The plant contains equisetic acid, which is thought to be identical to aconitic acid.
X People with nicotine allergy might have an allergic reaction to horsetail.
YOUTH & AGE FACE CREAM
✓ Matrixyl 3000 ®
✓ Jojoba Oil
✓ Organic Cucumber Extract
✓ Organic Carrot Extract
✓ Marine Collagen
THE BENEFITS OF KEY INGREDIENTS
Matrixyl 3000 ®/ Peptide complex
✓ Matrixyl 3000 is an incredible anti-aging peptide, and peptide is a protein that is part of the building block of our cells.
✓ It was created to address the signs of aging in the skin at their roots. This means addressing collagen and elastin production, the essential proteins that help skin to retain its elasticity, strength, and firmness.
✓ Matrixyl 3000 works by replicating the collagen breakdown which stimulates your skin to replenish lost collagen. Clin Cosmet Investig Dermatol. 2016; 9: 411–419.; “Skin rejuvenation using cosmetic products containing growth factors, cytokines, and matrikines: a review of the literature”; Caroline Aldag,1,* Diana Nogueira Teixeira, and Phillip S Leventhal
Jojoba oil / Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
✓ Jojoba oil is unique since it closely resembles sebum, so it can act as a natural skin conditioner.
✓ Jojoba oil is rich in iodine, which fights harmful bacteria growth that leads to breakouts, that makes it a strong natural treatment for eczema as well as remedy for acne.
✓ The antioxidants present in jojoba oil soothe fine lines, wrinkles and naturally slow down other signs of aging.
✓ Jojoba oil can also accelerate the wound-healing process, as indicated in a study done at the Department of Environment and Life Sciences in Italy. The results proved that jojoba oil speeds up wound closures and stimulates collagen synthesis.
G Ital Dermatol Venereol. 2013 Dec;148(6):687-91.; ” Jojoba in dermatology: a succinct review.”; Pazyar N, Yaghoobi R, Ghassemi MR, Kazerouni A, Rafeie E,Jamshydian N.
Organic Carrot Extract / Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract
✓ Organic Carrot extract is natural and pure extract with no additives.
✓ It acts as a sun protection active compound. It is derived from the carrot and standardized with jojoba oil and stabilized with natural rosemary antioxidant.
✓ It typically contains luteolin, a cancer-fighting antioxidant found in many fruits.
✓ Carrot extract is known to have antiseptic, carminative, cytophylactic, depurative, diuretic, emmenagogue and vermifuge (antiparasitic) properties.
Journal Of Pharmacy Volume 7, Issue 2 Version. 1 (Feb 2017); “Nutritional and therapeutic importance of Daucus carota- A Review”; Ali Esmail Al-Snafi
Marine Collagen / Marine Collagen MARICOL S
✓ Due to its film-forming and skin-protective properties, Maricol S is especially suitable for the care of dry and mature skin as well as skin stressed by negative environmental influences.
✓ Maricol S is a native soluble collagen of marine origin, obtained from fish skin. Micronized marine collagen is small enough to be absorbed by the skin.
✓ A recent study found that marine collagen peptides help fight certain bacterial infections.
✓ Collagen topically is used for benefits such as improving the texture of the skin and temporarily filling in fine lines and wrinkles.
Oxid Med Cell Longev. 2016; “Skin Antiageing and Systemic Redox Effects of Supplementation with Marine Collagen Peptides and Plant-Derived Antioxidants: A Single-Blind Case-Control Clinical Study”; Chiara De Luca et al.
TOP SELLING PRODUCTS ON THE MARKET - DISADVANTAGES
Irritable and harmful Ingredients found in skin care products by top sellers:
Aluminium Starch Octenylsuccinate
X Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate is an ingredient used in foundation, skin moisturizers, lipsticks, eye shadows,concealers, sunscreens and facial powders as an anti-caking and viscosity increasing agent, according to the Skin Deep Cosmetic Database.
X It is a chemical that is toxic to the human nervous system and is a suspected developmental neurotoxin.
X The aluminum compounds are also suspected respiratory hazards.
Methylparaben
X Methylparaben is used as a fragrance and as a preservative ingredient in skin care products.
X It is toxic to non-reproductive organs in the human body and may cause cancer, skin irritation, neurotoxicity and may disrupt endocrine function.
Propolis extract
X Propolis is an increasingly important allergen, with European studies reporting positive patch test rates of 1.2 to 6.6%.
X Contact allergy to propolis results in dermatitis or urticaria.
GLYCOLIC ACID 7% TONING SOLUTION
✓ Glycolic Acid
✓ Organic Aloe Vera Gel
✓ Organic Witch Hazel
✓ Ginseng Extract
✓ Amino Acids
BENEFITS OF KEY INGREDIENTS
Glycolic Acid / Mild 7% solution
✓ Glycolic acid peel is the most common alpha-hydroxy acid peel, also known as fruit peel. It is simple, inexpensive, and has no downtime.
✓ Glycolic acid peels have anti-inflammatory, keratolytic, and antioxidant effects.
✓ A daily exfoliator is one of the best choices, as this provides easy consistent use and the right way to build up your skin’s tolerance. Start with a product containing between 5 – 8% (our Glycolic Toning solution 7 % is ideal).
Jundishapur J Nat Pharm Prod. 2012, “Hydroxy Acids, the Most Widely Used Anti-aging Agents”, Eskandar Moghimipour
Organic Witch Hazel / Organic Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Water
✓ Witch hazel (Hamamelis virginiana) is an extract that has active plant constituents such as flavonoids, polyphenols, tannins and volatile oil. These compounds make witch hazel a potent, natural astringent that boasts anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and antioxidant properties.
✓ Hamamelis virginiana is one of the only medicinal plants approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as a non-prescription drug ingredient.
✓ The natural astringent properties of Witch Hazel can help clear acne by diminishing redness, reducing inflammation and removing bacteria and oil. It has also been shown to speed the healing of acne-related infection, while restraining the development of blackheads and whiteheads when used regularly.
European Medicines Agency , Doc. Ref.: EMA/HMPC/114585/2008; COMMITTEE ON HERBAL MEDICINAL PRODUCTS
Ginseng Extract / Panax Ginseng Extract
✓ Panax ginseng has been used as an oriental herbal medicine for treatment of various diseases.
✓ The biological and pharmacological activities of ginseng, such as antiaging, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidative effects, have been previously investigated.
✓ Topical use of ginseng can keep your skin healthy and glowing, while it gets absorbed by the skin very quickly and improves skin upper layer circulation.
Aging Dis. 2017 Dec; 8(6): 708–720. “Ginseng: An Nonnegligible Natural Remedy for Healthy Aging”; Yong Yang et al.
Amino acids / L-ARGININE & L-LYSINE
✓ L-Arginine & L-Lysine are essential amino acids, which are those that the body cannot make and that people need to obtain from dietary sources.
✓ Skin surface applied amino acids help strengthen skin’s natural defence system, making it less likely to show signs of aging from environmental damage.
✓ L- Arginine speeds the healing of skin cell damage and wounds, while L-Lysine actually does hydrate, though it also is involved in collagen production.
✓ Amino acids are classified as organic compounds and are safe for the skin because they’re natural.
J Cosmet Dermatol. 2016 Jun;15(2):150-7; “In vitro and clinical evaluation of SIG1273: a cosmetic functional ingredient with a broad spectrum of anti-aging and antioxidant activities.”; Fernández JR et al.
TOP SELLING PRODUCTS ON THE MARKET - DISADVANTAGES
Irritable and harmful Ingredients found in skin care products by top sellers:
Magnesium chloride
X Magnesium chloride is absorbed transdermally in just 90 seconds.
X A high dosage of magnesium can cause mild symptoms of an overdose, including diarrhea, nausea, and stomach cramps
X Your skin can become itchy, inflamed and irritated in the form of hives or eczema.
Pullulan
X The Cosmetics Database finds Pullulan to be a low hazard ingredient, although a Japanese study in 1985 did find that one or more in vitro tests of Pullulan on non-mammalian cells showed positive mutation results that could potentially lead to cancer.
Diazolidinyl Urea
X Imidazolidinyl urea is a formaldehyde-releasing preservative.
X if you have sensitivity to imidazolidinyl urea, these products are far from being hypoallergenic and should be avoided.
YOUTH & AGE EYE CREAM
✓ Alp Rose Stem cells/PhytoCellTec™ Alp Rose
✓ Hyaluronic Acid
✓ Coenzyme Q10
✓ Organic Aloe Vera Gel
✓ Organic Cucumber extract
✓ Jojoba Oil
✓ Vitamin E
THE BENEFITS OF KEY INGREDIENTS
Alp Rose Stem cells / PhytoCellTec™ Alp Rose
✓ The Alpine Rose contains stem cells that protect it against dehydration as well as the attack of radicals and pathogens.
✓ The effect of PhytoCellTec™ Alp Rose combines two important approaches. Using plant stem cells delays skin aging by protecting vital skin stem cells, keeping the skin looking youthful longer, and giving it a better and more vital appearance. At the same time, PhytoCellTec™ Alp Rose protects the skin using special protective ingredients from this extremely resistant alpine plant.
✓ The effect of PhytoCellTec™ Alp Rose has proven efficacy: Improves skin stem cell vitality and protects skin barrier under harsh environmental conditions
✓ It has an Anti-wrinkle effect in the crow’s feet area, provides visible improvement of skin quality and perception of general improvement (self-evaluation).
Arhiv za farmaciju 68(4):874-884 · January 2018, “Alp rose stem cells as cosmetic creams ingredient: Expected and established creams effects on the skin”, Mila Filipović et al.
Hyaluronic Acid / Sodium Hyaluronate
✓ Sodium hyaluronate is the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid, a naturally found in connective tissues and considered more effective for skin than pure hyaluronic acid due to its greater compatibility.
✓ It has a much lower molecular size, which allows it to penetrate the skin better.
✓ As we age, our skin loses elasticity and moisture, sodium hyaluronate helps to reduce the appearance of wrinkles by “plumping up” the skin. ✓ Studies have suggested that an anti-aging skincare routine containing hyaluronic acid and vitamin C significantly improves the parameters of the skin, which includes wrinkles and skin texture, as well as elasticity. Dermatoendocrinol. 2012 Jul 1; 4(3): 308–319. “Skin anti-aging strategies”; Ruta Ganceviciene et al.
Coenzyme Q10 / Ubiquinone
✓ Ubiquinone (coenzyme Q10, Q10) represents an antioxidant but is diminished with age and under the influence of external stress factors in human skin.
✓ A free radical neutralizer, ubiquinone protects against damage caused by UV rays, pollution, toxins, and stress.
✓ It also encourages the production of collagen and elastin, thus reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and increasing skin’s firmness and elasticity.
✓ Ubiquinone easily penetrates the skin when applied to the surface of the skin.
Biofactors. 2015 Nov 12; 41(6): 383–390. “Topical treatment with coenzyme Q10‐containing formulas improves skin's Q10 level and provides antioxidative effects.”; Anja Knott et al.
Organic Cucumber extract / Organic Aqua, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
✓ The formulations with cucumber in it were observed to decrease skin moisture content and increase the loss of body water via the skin, a phenomenon known as trans-epidermal water loss (TEWL), which strengthens the anti-acne effects.
✓ Cucumber extract inhibits the breakdown of elastin caused by the enzyme elastase, thus tightening the skin and supporting cell renewal along with building collagen. This makes it a star ingredient in anti-aging formulations.
✓ Cucumber extract is rich in vitamins, especially vitamin C, which, being an antioxidant, neutralizes the harmful free radicals produced by UV rays during sun exposure, thereby reducing melanin production. Those with under-eye dark circles can also greatly benefit from cucumbers.
J Young Pharm. 2010 Oct-Dec; 2(4): 365–368.” Free Radical Scavenging and Analgesic Activities of Cucumis sativus L. Fruit Extract”; D Kumar et al.
Jojoba oil / Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
✓ Jojoba oil is unique since it closely resembles sebum, so it can act as a natural skin conditioner.
✓ Jojoba oil is rich in iodine, which fights harmful bacteria growth that leads to breakouts, that makes it a strong natural treatment for eczema as well as remedy for acne.
✓ The antioxidants present in jojoba oil soothe fine lines, wrinkles and naturally slow down other signs of aging.
✓ Jojoba oil can also accelerate the wound-healing process, as indicated in a study done at the Department of Environment and Life Sciences in Italy. The results proved that jojoba oil speeds up wound closures and stimulates collagen synthesis.
G Ital Dermatol Venereol. 2013 Dec;148(6):687-91.; ” Jojoba in dermatology: a succinct review.”; Pazyar N et al.
Vitamin E / Tocopheryl Acetate
✓ Tocopheryl acetate is the ester of acetic acid and tocopherol, a pure form of vitamin E.
✓ Vitamin E is the predominant, antioxidant barrier in the outermost layer of the skin, where it protects from oxidation by free radicals, and hindering the reactions that lead to DNA damage and ageing. It strengthens the skin’s defences against the harmful impact of certain environmental factors and is therefore a very popular ingredient, and features, for example, in so-called anti-pollution cosmetics.
✓ Another great benefit of vitamin E’s antioxidant properties is to improve the shelf-life of cosmetic products and ingredients, and replacing usual shelf life enhancers.
Indian Dermatol Online J. 2016 Jul-Aug; 7(4): 311–315.; ” Vitamin E in dermatology”; Mohammad Abid Keen and Iffat Hassan
TOP SELLING PRODUCTS ON THE MARKET - DISADVANTAGES
Irritable and harmful Ingredients found in skin care products by top sellers:
Ethylhehylglycerin
X Despite the approval by the CIR Expert Panel, ethylhexylglycerin can be a skin and eye irritant.
X According to Cosmetics Info, undiluted ethylhexylglycerin is an eye irritant, while a 5% concentration only causes mild eye irritation.
X Two studies have found ethylhexylglycerin to be a skin irritant, even at low concentrations: A Belgian study by the Department of Dermatology at the University Hospital and a study in the journal Contact Dermatitis.
X Those with sensitive skin may want to avoid ethylhexylglycerin due to the potential of contact dermatitis.
Polysorbate 20
X Polysorbate is a harmless sorbitol, which is a sugar alcohol. For its use in personal care products, however, it's treated with ethylene oxide—thus,the name “polysorbate 20,” because it's treated with 20 parts of ethylene oxide.
X The problem with any ingredient that is treated with ethylene oxide is that it can then become contaminated with 1,4-dioxane, a potentially dangerous by-product. In fact, 1,4-dioxane is a known animal carcinogen that penetrates readily into the skin.
X This ingredient has also been linked with skin allergies. Propylene glycol
X Propylene glycol is a small organic alcohol commonly used as a skin conditioning agent. It has been associated with irritant and allergic contact dermatitis as well as contact urticaria in humans
X These sensitization effects can be manifested at propylene glycol concentrations as low as 2%.
YOUTH & AGE BODY LOTION
✓ Hyaluronic Acid
✓ Shea Butter
✓ Macadamia
✓ Argan
✓ Jojoba Oil
✓ Vitamin E
✓ Organic Aloe Vera Gel
THE BENEFITS OF KEY INGREDIENTS
Hyaluronic Acid / Sodium Hyaluronate
✓ Sodium hyaluronate is the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid, a naturally found in connective tissues and considered more effective for skin than pure hyaluronic acid due to its greater compatibility.
✓ It has a much lower molecular size, which allows it to penetrate the skin better.
✓ As we age, our skin loses elasticity and moisture, sodium hyaluronate helps to reduce the appearance of wrinkles by “plumping up” the skin.
✓ Studies have suggested that an anti-aging skincare routine containing hyaluronic acid and vitamin C significantly improves the parameters of the skin, which includes wrinkles and skin texture, as well as elasticity.
Shea Butter / Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
✓ Shea butter acts as a skin conditioning agent and viscosity (thickness) increasing agent. Its function as a dermal conditioner is twofold. Firstly, it helps retain moisture and lessen the loss of water by forming a barrier on the skin's surface.
✓ Shea butter is rich in many significantly healthy nutrients. The butter also contains five different fatty acids, including palmitic acid, stearic acid, arachidic acid, oleic acid, and linoleic acid.
✓ Shea butter is the “superfood” of skincare, mostly due to its rich concentration of unsaturated fats, as well as Vitamin E, vitamin D, provitamin A, phytosterols, essential fatty acids and allantoin.
Clin Med Res. 2017 Dec; 15(3-4): 75–87. “The Role of Moisturizers in Addressing Various Kinds of Dermatitis: A Review”; Schandra Purnamawati, MD et al.
Macadamia & Argan & Jojoba Oil
✓ The softening property of nut oils has always been used as the base for most skin improvement formulations. It contains a uniquely effective combination of precious argan oil, which restores skin vitality, as well as macadamia oils, moisturizing properties. This promotes a significant improvement in the quality of the outer layer of skin and its renewal.
✓ The active ingredients present in Macadamia & Argan oil prevent the premature formation of wrinkles by boosting the regeneration of skin. Some ingredients also help to reduce water loss, keeping the skin well-hydrated and supple. The hydrating quality of the oil is useful for dry skin, mature skin, baby skin, lip balms and restructuring creams.
✓ Jojoba oil has anti-inflammatory effect and it can be used on a variety of skin conditions including skin infections, skin aging, as well as wound healing. Moreover, Jojoba plays a role in our formulas such as sunscreens and moisturizers.
Vitamin E / Tocopheryl Acetate
✓ Tocopheryl acetate is the ester of acetic acid and tocopherol, a pure form of vitamin E.
✓ Vitamin E is the predominant, antioxidant barrier in the outermost layer of the skin, where it protects from oxidation by free radicals, and hindering the reactions that lead to DNA damage and ageing. It strengthens the skin’s defences against the harmful impact of certain environmental factors and is therefore a very popular ingredient, and features, for example, in so-called anti-pollution cosmetics.
✓ Another great benefit of vitamin E’s antioxidant properties is to improve the shelf-life of cosmetic products and ingredients, and replacing usual shelf life enhancers.
Organic Aloe Vera Gel / Organic Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
✓ On average, organic grown plants contain higher levels of Vitamin C and essential minerals such as calcium, magnesium, iron and chromium.
✓ Aloe Vera has found to be helpful in treating burn wounds, acne, psoriasis and other skin disease when natural or processed aloe Vera gel is applied on affected areas. It also heals the wound or inflammation induced at a quicker pace. This property justifies its use in creams, moisturizers and lotions and its ability for future use in treating a variety of other medical conditions.
TOP SELLING PRODUCTS ON THE MARKET - DISADVANTAGES
Irritable and harmful Ingredients found in skin care products by top sellers:
X Triisononanoin is another petroleum derivative.
X There are several side effects connected to the ingredients of Bio Oil. Retinyl palmitate is connected with side effects like itching, burning sensation, scaling and redness.
X Also, the botanical extracts may cause skin irritation to certain people especially those who have very sensitive skin
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
X It is a synthetic fragrance compound also known as 3-Methyl-4-(2,6,6-trimethyl-2-cyclohexen-1-yl)-3-buten-2-one, or cetone.
X It's been known to irritate the skin and trigger allergic reactions for some people.
Benzyl Salicylate
X Benzyl salicylate is a chemical compound most frequently used in cosmetics. It is also used as a solvent for synthetic musks and as a preservative in floral compositions such as Jasmine, Liliac, and Lily.
X Benzyl Salicylate can cause irritations, sensitization and allergic reactions.