Angel Skin Body Whitening

WATER

Extraction:  water is an element present in most cosmetic products and is the most important raw material. In the cosmetics industry, purified water is used in a process to eliminate any solid particle that may contain water in order to achieve a higher degree of purity and quality.

Benefits: water helps to cleanse the body. Hydrates and improves the effect of other active ingredients, provides softness and delays premature aging of the skin.

COCO-CAPRYLATE / CAPRATE

Extraction: a vegetable ingredient obtained from coconut.

Benefits: presents a high level of biocompatibility with skin and therefore has the ability to penetrate deep and help skin to repair itself. It acts as an emollient and provides skin with incredible softness.

HEMISQUALANE

Extraction: it's obtained from sugar cane, a minority fraction rich in hemisqualane is extracted from the fermentation process of sugar for food use. It is an alternative to petrochemical hydrocarbons and also has better sensory characteristics. 

Benefits: improves spreadability, application and sensoriality of products without clogging the skin.

PENTYLENE GLYCOL

Extraction: natural pentylene glycol is obtained from renewable plant-based sources such as sugar cane or maize.

Benefits: commonly used in moisturising creams and lotions for its hydrating properties, which help retain moisture in the skin. It also has antibacterial and preservative effects, helping other active ingredients act better on the skin.

VEGETABLE GLYCERIN

Extraction: it is harvested from plants (soy or coconut oil for example) by hydrolysis of fats and by fermenting sugars. Glycerol is found naturally in skin and is considered a self-healing compound.

Benefits: it is one of the many substances in the skin that helps maintain the outer barrier and prevents dryness and peeling. It leaves skin feeling nourished and works to treat acne. It also prevents the accumulation of fat and improves the appearance of hair. Vegetable glycerin can be used as a diluent and as an alcohol substitute when preparing herbal extracts.

ACEITE DE ALMENDRAS

Obtención: El aceite de almendras está compuesto por grasas monoinsaturadas (grasas saludables que se encuentran en alimentos de plantas), ácido oleico y ácidos linoleicos (como el Omega 3 y 6). El color es casi transparente, con toques amarillos o dorados, no tiene un aroma muy fuerte.

Beneficios: Actúa como estimulante en la formación de colágeno y elastina dando firmeza y elasticidad a los tejidos. Mejora y previene las arrugas y las estrías, de ahí que el aceite de almendras sea recomendado en diversos tratamientos anti-celulitis. Es antiinflamatorio, reparador y cicatrizante, protege la barrea cutánea, frena el envejecimiento y protege de los rayos UV, contiene vitamina E. 

CETEARYL ALCOHOL

Extraction: mixture of cetyl and stearic alcohols that are produced naturally in plants.

Benefits: these alcohols have the ability to prevent emulsions from separating between their oily and watery parts. These ingredients are also used to alter the thickness of liquid products, to increase foam capacity or to stabilize them.

SUCROSE POLYSTEARATE

Sourcing: of plant origin – from sugar – it’s a mixture of esters of stearic acid and sucrose.

Benefits: It has high biocompatibility with our skin, which is why it has the ability to penetrate. It acts as an emollient and leaves the skin feeling soft.

PROPANEDIOL

Extraction: 100% natural ingredient obtained from sugarcane and approved by Ecocert. It is biodegradable, making it the perfect natural alternative to petroleum glycols.

Benefits: it is used in cosmetics as a moisturizing agent, solvent and emollient. Its sensory properties help reduce skin irritations. They also control viscosity.

DIHEPTYL SUCCINATE

Extraction: It is a natural, ecological and biodegradable emollient that comes from castor oil.  

Benefits: Diheptyl succinate is a natural emollient, alternative to silicones. It can reduce the greasiness and stickiness of oils in formulas, providing a better feeling on the skin. Enhances shine and texture to hair and skin, while providing additional useful slip for detangling.

CETYL ALCOHOL

Extraction: fatty alcohol obtained from coconut, therefore it is natural harvested.

Benefits: it is used as emollient, emulsifier, thickener and conductor for other ingredients in cosmetic solutions. It also works to allow the product more coverage and to be easily spread and blended into skin. 

NATURAL PERFUME ANGEL SKIN BODY WHITENING.

Natural perfume with fruity notes of melon, peach, bergamot and coconut, combined with floral notes of rose, jasmine and violet.

CETYL PALMITATE

Obtention: Cetyl palmitate is a fatty ester composed as a result of the reaction between cetyl alcohol and palmitic acid. It is obtained naturally from coconut.

Benefits: Used as a conditioner in formulation, due to its oily nature, when applied to the skin it forms a waterproof layer on the skin. It also keeps moisture in the skin.

AZELAIC ACID

Extraction: It is a linear chain dicharboxylic acid found in cereals such as wheat, rye and barley.

Benefits: It helps the skin to renew itself more quickly, thus reducing the appearance of pimples and blackheads. It also has proven effects on acne and rosacea.

ASCORBYL GLUCOSIDE

Sourcing: Ascorbyl glucoside is the result of the union of a sugar molecule (glucose) with a vitamin C molecule (ascorbic acid) by means of an enzymatic reaction, thus managing to protect the -OH group from oxidation. Obtained by a biotechnological process.

Benefits: It is a natural derivative of vitamin C, which has the same functions as ascorbic acid but without the disadvantages, it is a more stable molecule and is suitable for sensitive skin. It acts as a depigmenting antioxidant and promotes collagen synthesis to reduce wrinkles and expression lines.

HIBISCUS FLOWER EXTRACT

How it is obtained: The active ingredient is extracted from hibiscus. A flower native to Africa and America. Contains organic acids such as ascorbic, tartaric, malic and citric acid; anthocyanins-delifinidin, hibiscin; phytosterols, flavonoids, mucilages contain sugars such as arabinans, arabinogalacturonates and rhamnogalacturonates.

Benefits: Flavonoids, carotenoids and tannins make it an effective antioxidant. The flower extract works on the skin surface, complexes with dead skin cells or dirt or bacteria lingering on the skin surface and gives an exfoliating effect on the skin surface. Such an exfoliating effect can make the skin look even and any problem spots or dark circles can be solved. 

UNSAPONIFIABLE OLIVE OIL

Extraction: it is obtained from the first cold pressing of olives, from which the unsaponifiable fraction is later separated.

Benefits: one of the most prestigious oils of the Mediterranean not only in gastronomy, but also in cosmetic. This oil has repairing properties, combats skin dryness by including a large amount of natural fatty acids in its composition. It is also rich in vitamins E and K.

BLACK MULBERRY EXTRACT

Obtained: The active ingredient is extracted from Black Mulberry. A plant native to Southeast Asia.

Benefits: Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Soothes signs of irritation and evens skin tone.

SHEA BUTTER

Extraction: it is harvested from the fruit of the African Shea tree (Vitellaria paradoxa) and provides numerous benefits to the skin and hair thanks to its rich composition vitamins (A, D, E and F) and minerals.

Benefits: illuminates skin and hair, and provides additional hydration and elasticity. It is an excellent cell regenerator that offers intense hydration and long-lasting nutrition. It also acts as a natural sunscreen by combating UVA and UVB rays. It provides healing, properties and provides protection against cold weather damage.   

VEGAN HYALURONIC ACID

Extraction: organic hyaluronic acid of vegetable origin. It is found naturally in the skin so the application of this acid will not irritate or damage it.

Benefits: increases skin’s hydration and provides firmness and elasticity. Penetrates skin deep down with its anti-aging action.

BIFIDA FERMENT LYSATE

How it is obtained: A product derived from the fermentation of Bifida (Bifidobacterium longum), a bacterium found in the human digestive system. It is a prebiotic, it maintains the healthy microflora of the skin.

Benefits: Increases skin elasticity, improves skin barrier. It also retains skin moisture, so it acts as an emollient.

CUCUMBER SEED EXTRACT

Obtained: Extracted from the seed of the cucumber.

Benefits: In formulation it is included as an emollient. Provides softness and resistance to moisture loss.

SCLEROTIUM GUM

Extraction: it is a polysaccharide composed of glucose monomers which are produced by the filamentous bacterium Sclerotium rolfssii via fermentation processes.

Benefit: it is a very versatile ingredient that improves the texture of cosmetic products. It is used as a thickening agent and has a gel texture. It also acts as a natural moisturizer and works to soften skin.

ARGININE

Extraction: arginine is an amino acid obtained by biofermentation. It is one of the main components of hair keratin. Acts as a source of nitrogen for proper cell function, generating a vasodilator effect that improves blood circulation.

Benefits: used in many formulas as a natural stabiliser, much safer than conventional alkaline agents, it is known for its effectiveness in fighting hair loss. It is biodegradable.

SODIUM GLUCONATE

Extraction: Manufactured by fermentation of glucose syrup derived from the corn renewable raw material.

Benefits: It is a chelating agent that inactivates metal ions to prevent deterioration of cosmetic products

XANTHAN GUM

Extraction: natural polysaccharide of high natural weight derived from the fermentation of carbohydrates such as glucose or corn syrup.

Benefits: it is used as a binder, emulsion stabilizer and skin conditioning agent in a wide variety of cosmetics and personal care products. 1% of xanthan gum is used for cosmetic formulations.

MANNITOL

Sourcing: Natural, extracted from trees, seaweed or mushrooms.

Benefits: Moisturises, strengthens the skin barrier and regulates scalp desquamation.

FOSFATIDILCOLINA

Sourcing: vegetable, obtained from soya pods.

Benefits: lipids, very similar to those in the skin's lipid barrier, helps skin regeneration.

POLYGLYCERYL-10 LAURATE

Extraction: this is a polyglycerin ester consisting of an average of 10 units of lauric acid and glycerol.

Benefits: it is used as an emulsifier, surfactant and skin conditioner. It also serves as a solubiliser of perfumes and essential oils.

CERAMIDE

Sourcing: ceramides are obtained by fermentation. 

Benefits: This ingredient is biomimetic, as our skin is made up of 50% ceramides, which will enhance the penetration of the other active ingredients into the skin. It also reinforces the skin's own barrier function. It has anti-inflammatory, hydrating and moisturising activity. 

CAPRYLOYL GLYCERIN/SEBACIC ACID COPOLYMER

Extraction: it is obtained from coconut oil and ricinolein acid found in castor oil.  

Benefits: forms a barrier on the skin that retains moisture and helps maintain hydration. It can be used as an alternative to plant-derived oils/Poly isobutene/silicon/esters due to its resistance to lipid oxidation

SODIUM CHLORIDE

Extraction: sodium chloride is obtained from the mineral halite and is commonly known as table salt. It is a mineral essential for all biological organisms and is found in most tissues and body fluids.

Benefits: it is used to give flavour and to thicken the aqueous portion of beauty care products.

P-ANISIC ACID

Obtainment: This ingredient is found naturally in the anise, an herb of the Apiaceae family native to South-West Asia and the eastern Mediterranean basin, and therefore, it is 100% plant-based.

Benefits: It is an innovative natural preservative, acts as a flavouring agent, preservative and and masks unpleasant odours.

ACETIC ACID

Obtained: This molecule is obtained from vinegar.

Benefits: Used in cosmetics to adjust the pH of the formulation.

LEVULINIC ACID

Extraction: Levulinic Acid is a 100% natural preservative obtained from the degradation of cellulose.

Benefits: it is a mild preservative that control colonies of microorganisms without altering the integrity, colour or pH of the other ingredients included in the product. It has very good antibacterial properties.

LACTIC ACID

Extraction: lactic acid is used to balance the pH of cosmetic products.

Benefits: this ingredient allows cosmetics to be milder for skin and hair.

SODIUM LEVULINATE

Extraction: Sodium Levulinate is a 100% natural preservative obtained from starch and vegetal inulin.

Benefits: It is a gentle preservative proved to be able to control microorganism colonies without altering the integrity, colour or pH of other ingredients included in the final product. It is especially used in the preservation of fresh ingredients.

SODIUM BENZOATE

Extraction: benzoic acid salt that is naturally found in blueberries, prunes, cinnamon and apple.

Benefits: it is used as a cosmetic preservative to prevent the growth and proliferation of fungi and bacteria in the products. 

POTASSIUM SORBATE

Extraction: is the potassium salt of sorbic acid that occurs naturally in mountain berries (Sorbus aucuparia).

Benefits: acts as a preservative, protecting cosmetics from deterioration by preventing or delaying the growth and reproduction of microorganisms. This compound is easily metabolized by the body and produces water and CO2, therefore it is completely harmless.