Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Juice is derived from Calabrian golden orange juice, rich in vitamin C, and contains vitamins A, B1, B2, B6, H, and PP. It is a yellow to light brown liquid with a characteristic odor and acidic pH of 3.0 - 4.0.
Antioxidant
The term Antioxidant generally refers to compounds that are used to stop the free radical lipid oxidation process. The phenolic AOs BHT (butylated hydroxytoluene) and BHA (butylated hydroxyanisole) are the most important ingredients presently used. They act as radical scavengers, strongly inhibiting radical chain reactions.
Metal ions catalyze radical generation and product deterioration. Therefore, chelating agents are often combined with phenolic antioxidants to form synergistic mixtures, enhancing the efficacy of the specific free radical scavengers.
Product deterioration is not only due to oxidative radical generation (autoxidation), which is most prominent in the case of natural oils, unsaturated fatty acids, and certain fragrances. Direct exposure to light can also result in photolytic radical generation, which has to be efficiently controlled using antioxidants. Therefore, products filled in transparent or translucent packaging and preparations directly exposed to light during use (e.g., bar soaps) often contain antioxidants as protectants.
Moreover, UVs can be used in these cases to reduce the degree of photolysis. Generally, water—and/or oil-soluble benzophenone derivatives are applied. If not, photofading of colored formulations, reduction of viscosity in gels and shampoos, and loss of fragrance activity are often observed.After application, antioxidants in personal care products protect cell membranes and DNA in the nucleus from free radicals and oxidative damage. Many botanical extracts and oils, especially those derived from plants growing in extreme conditions, contain considerable amounts of potent natural antioxidants effective against many types of reactive species.
Hops have a long history of use in herbal medicine, especially for their sedative, soothing and calming effects on the mind and body.
Marshmallow root extract is rich in asparagine, pectin, starch, sugars, tannins, and volatile oil, with excellent antioxidant, moisturizing and soothing properties.
Shea butter is a constituent of the choice of numerous leave-on skin, scalp, and hair care formulations. It is semi-solid, buttery oil derived from Shea tree kernels.
A.P.S™ (Anti-pollution system) is a complex ingredient combining natural extracts, vitamins, and nourishing substances for urban daily protective skincare. It protects the skin against environmental stress and indoor and outdoor pollution.
3-Glyceryl Ascorbate is a stable vitamin C derivative produced by binding glycerin to ascorbic acid. It is a multifunctional anti-aging ingredient.
3-Laurylglyceryl Ascorbate is a stable vitamin C derivative. It is a modified 3-Glyceryl Ascorbate with an attached alkyl (Lauryl or dodecyloxy; C12) group to glyceryl group. It is also known under the trade name Amitose 3LGA.
3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid (former designation: Ethyl Ascorbyl Ether) is a white crystalline powder, an ethered derivative of ascorbic acid, the most excellent derivative of Vitamin C so
4-Butylresorcinol is one of the stable derivatives of Resorcinol (1,3 dihydroxybenzene), which is also a tyrosinase inhibitor thanks to a similar structure (free OH groups in specific positions of the aromatic ring).
Rich in anthocyanins, essential fatty acids, phytosterols, and vitamins, Euterpe oleracea fruit is considered one of the principal berries in the fight against aging. Hence, it is frequently referred to as the “Fountain of Youth.”
Just like vitamins, minerals play a vital role in the skin's overall health and are constituents of the hair, bones, teeth, muscle, blood, soft tissues, and nerve cells.
Minerals have many functions:
Even if gray hair can be a fashion statement, many people desire lustrous colorful hair. As we age, the hair follicles produce less melanin, the pigment responsible for hair color, so progressively hair become gray.
Acetyl sh-Heptapeptide-1 is a modified synthetic recombinant peptide with sequence Ac-Asp-Glu-Glu-Thr-Gly-Glu-Phe, that repeats a part of a sequence of Nrf2 protein that acts as a self-protective master switch that prevents extrinsic and chronological aging.
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5 is a fantastic, super effective, naturally derived tetrapeptide that helps reduce the look of puffy eye bags and dark circles under the eyes and helps prevent them from reappearing.
Activys® Anti-Glycation is a complex ingredient that reduces the effects of glycation on the skin and minimizes the visible possible impact (redness) on sensitive skin. The capsule incorporates a ferment (Aspergillus).
Activys® Anti-Pollution is a liposomal complex that combats the effects of pollution on the sensitive skin that is most affected by pollutants.
Aldenine® captures noxious RCS (reactive carbonyl species), which skin cells cannot detoxify by themselves when submitted to sunlight. Plant proteins contained in Aldenine® selectively boost the synthesis of Collagen III.
Alistin® (Decarboxy Carnosine) is a synthetic antiaging pseudodipeptide with high stability and resistance to enzymatic hydrolysis, that cell membranes oxidative stress and dermal fiber from cross-linking.
A powerful emollient found in the leaf and roots of the comfrey plant, allantoin guards against transepidermal water loss to enhance skin’s moisture content and reveal a smooth, even tone.
The raw Aloe Barbadensis leaf mucilage consists of 99.5% water, so, unsurprisingly, the plant is injured at 1.7°C and killed at 0°C.
This quick-acting, all-powerful antioxidant - believed by many to be the most potent known to man - can be found in the energy center of every cell in the human body.
Men’s skin is naturally thicker and more resilient than women’s skin, but it is also treated more roughly. Men often use products that are not completely suited to men’s skin and are exposed to UV- radiation during outdoor activities.
Apocarotenal is a carotenoid with orange-to-orange-red color found in many fruits and vegetables (citruses, spinach, etc) that is used in foods, drugs, personal care applications, and decorative cosmetics as a safe colorant or pigment.
The Apple awakens energies and is said to have an exceptionally activating effect on the body. The scent contributes to an extremely refreshing and stimulating sensation.
AquaCacteen™ is a botanical complex based on the Barbary fig stem extract and designed to soothe and calm irritated skin, protect from environmental stress factors, and deeply hydrate with long-lasting effects.
The skin is facing many kinds of stress, such as aging, mycobacterium and virus attack, UV and infrared light, and recently issued environmental stress, such as pollen, PM2.5, and PM10, including its harmful components polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and heavy metals.
Arbutin is a white powder, a hydroquinone derivative glucoside found in many plants. Like hydroquinone, it also effectively inhibits the formation of melanin and prohibits hyper-pigmentation caused by sun exposure and ultraviolet radiation.
Argan oil is a substance extracted from the kernels of the Argan tree. It contains a lot of active ingredients which are used in the skin and hair care industry since the 2000s.
Argania Spinosa kernel extract is a natural skincare ingredient with fine lines and a wrinkle-smoothing effect. It instantly leaves skin tightening effects. It contains high molecular weight proteins extracted from seeds of the argan tree fruit.
Argania Spinosa (Argan tree) leaf extract is a natural ingredient against premature aging. It inhibits MMP (Matrix metalloproteinases) and collagenase enzymes responsible for extracellular matrix components and collagen destruction.