Elastin, together with collagen, glycosaminoglycans, and other components of the extracellular matrix (ECM), promotes firmness, rigidity, elasticity, and mechanical support for the skin.
Skin conditioning
In skin care, conditioning is everywhere. Consumers have always wanted their skin moisturized, nourished, restored, and protected. Each of these benefits results from the activity we call conditioning.
Here are some of the most intriguing products for providing conditioning effects. They have performance properties offering "extraordinary" conditioning for the skin.
These are specialty ingredients that create memorable, distinctive features in skincare products – the kind of features that will help offerings stand out in the minds of customers.
From phospholipids to quaternaries, the products in the line are based on exceptionally creative chemistry, making them ideal ingredients for today's personal care products. Features such as mildness, substantivity, high performance, and multifunctionality are common in modern skin conditioners.In ancient times, Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium) was one of the herbs dedicated to the "Evil One" and was used for divination in spells. Achillea Millefolium was also used to stop nosebleeds and to relieve headaches, severe colds, and fevers.
Acorus Gramineus Extract inhibits melanin synthesis and acts as a whitening agent for ultraviolet(UV) sensitive skin.
Kiwi is an egg-shaped fruit with a fuzzy brown outer skin and sweet, green flesh. It is an odd but appealing native of New Zealand, the leading producer of kiwi fruit in the world.
Adenine is one of the four purine nucleobases in DNA, a substance naturally found in plants and also in humans, that can be considered a cellular self-repair factor. Adenine repairs cells through triple mechanisms:
Naturally existing in our bodies as part of the molecule adenosine triphosphate (ATP), responsible for transporting energy for numerous cellular and muscular functions in our body
Horse Chestnut (Aesculus Hippocastanum) has tonic and narcotic properties and has been used to treat intermittent fevers, rheumatism, neuralgia, and congestion. Its astringent qualities have also helped treat skin sores and ulcers.
Ahnfeltia Concinna Extract is a slightly opalescent, light amber, viscous liquid, bio-engineered from a selected strain of red marine algae known under the trade name apt®.
Alanine is an amino acid permanently produced in the human body. It is included in beauty formulations as an effective skin humectant.
In the Middle Ages, a Lady's Mantle (Alchemilla Vulgaris) was considered sacred to various Earth goddesses and later became the herb of the Virgin Mary. The herb's styptic, tissue-contracting, and astringent properties made it useful for treating wounds and stopping bleeding.
Contains micro-nutrients such as iron, manganese, zinc, magnesium, copper.
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.
Greek historian Discorides recorded the use of aloe as a healing herb more than 2000 years ago. The gel was applied externally to wounds to clear blemishes, soothe itches, and maintain healthy skin. There is a legend that Cleopatra massaged fresh aloe into her skin daily to preserve her beauty.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice is a clear, light yellow to amber liquid with a light vegetable odor obtained from the inner fillet of Aloe Vera Barbadensis Miller.
The Aloe Vera Gel powder is for non-surgical tightening of the face, neck and décolleté skin. This beauty product soothes and tightens the skin.
Thanks to the specificity of its inter-glycosidic bonds, Alpha-Glucan is a selective substrate for the nutrition and development of the skin's saprophytic (beneficial) flora to the detriment of undesirable opportunists flora (pathogenic or not) ready to invade the skin at the slightest sign of imbalance.
Alpha-isomethylionone is a colorless to pale oily liquid, an isomer of Methyl Ionone, but its sweet orris-like scent is felt more attractive.
Aluminum salts owe their antiperspirant efficacy to their astringent, antiseptic, and antiperspirant powers but can be irritants.
This food-grade ingredient is valued for its humectant and skin conditioning effects and is used as an anionic surfactant.
Angelica (Angelica Archangelica) has been used to relieve pain associated with headaches, nasal and sinus congestion, and toothache.
This Chinese plant, Angelica Polymorpha Sinensis, not to be confused with the more common Angelica Archangelica, has been used to relieve pain associated with headaches, nasal and sinus congestion, and toothache.
Proclaimed by Mark Twain as "deliciousness itself" and prized by the Incas, the Cherimoya (Annona Cherimola) has grown in the highlands of Peru and Ecuador for centuries. Annona Cherimola is considered a good source of niacin, phosphorous, and thiamin.
The Egyptians revered Common Chamomile (Anthemis Nobilis) for its virtues. Because they believed it could cure ague, they dedicated it to their gods.
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.
Apricot Kernel Amino Acids is an active fruit amino acid complex derived from the complete hydrolization of the protein found in the apricot (Prunus Armeniaca) kernel. It is an all-natural moisturizer with an exotic appeal. It is known under the trade name Hydroapricot AA.
Apricot kernel oil is incredibly gentle but highly effective for the skin. It’s one of the oldest skincare ingredients. The first mention of it dates back to 3000 BC in Chinese treatises. A little later, knowledge about apricot oil reached Europe from Armenia and called Prunus Armeniaca (Armenian plum - belongs to the rose family).
Aprilose is a natural polymer containing in apricot kernel oil. It smooths, calms and soothes irritated skin.
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.
The leaves of Burdock (Arctium Lappa) have been used externally for treating knee disorders and swollen joints. Arctium Lappa has antibacterial, diuretic, and antifungal properties, which make it helpful in washing for sores and treating acne, eczema, ulcers, and scaly skin disorders.