Basic Anti-Ageing Routine Set: Cleanser, Toner, and Bakuchiol Serum

ALOE VERA POWDER

Extraction: Aloe Vera is a perennial plant native to warm climates. The gel contained in its leaves is commonly used in skin treatments due to its many beneficial properties.

Benefits: Known as an astringent, this plant also has moisturizing, regenerating, rejuvenating and antibacterial properties. These properties are perfect for revitalizing skin. It also functions as a deep cleansing agent, opening pores and eliminating toxins that cause the disruptions in the skin’s normal functioning. It also benefits the hair by restoring shine and helping to eliminate excess dandruff and scalp irritations. It is used especially effective for treating skin irritations, blemishes and acne.

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.

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.

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.

CAMOMILE

Extraction: camomile is plant that has been used since ancient times in natural medicine and in the preparation of home remedies, creams, cosmetics and other skin products. It has also been traditionally used as a digestive infusion.

Benefits: works as a natural anti-inflammatory, calming and purifying agent. Chamomile stimulates the healing of minor wounds and inflammations of the skin, in a completely natural way. Applied in the facial routine, it relieves chafing, redness and skin rashes. It also has softening properties thanks to its essential oils and flavonoids, making it common in cosmetics products catering to sensitive skin. It takes care of skin without altering the hydrolipidic mantle or its physiological pH.

Extraction: lime, like other citrus fruits, contains a high concentration of vitamin C and flavonoids, which are two class 1 antioxidants. It also contains calcium, potassium and essential oils. The oil extracted from its peel is used in numerous cosmetic products.

Benefits: combats skin impurities, making it one of the best astringents. It rejuvenates the skin, keeps it radiant and protects against infections. It also promotes blood circulation making it ideal for treating cellulite.

Extraction: it is a biannual plant of red thorny flowers that is commonly found in Europe. The leaves, roots and seeds of the plant are used, both in natural medicine and in cosmetics.

Benefits: burdock’s purifying and detoxifying properties make it great for use as a skin treatment for conditions such as psoriasis, dermatitis, acne, eczema, herpes and eruptive skin diseases. It works as a decongestant and anti-inflammatory, heals damaged skin and helps prevent hair loss. It also has multiple other properties. It’s an antacid, anti-bacterial cleanser, treats oily skin, cleanses the skin and is good for hair regeneration.

Extraction: equistem, commonly known as horsetail, is part of the vascular plant family and resembles alfalfa. Silica absorption is not usual among plants that grow on Earth, but horsetail is an exception.

Benefits: it is known for its anti-inflammatory properties, is an antioxidant and antiseptic and has antimicrobial and healing properties, making it beneficial for the body. It purifies skin deep down, helps to improve acne and is an excellent natural remedy to fight against stretch marks. This ingredient helps improve hair growth, treats dandruff and acts as a natural conditioner.

Extraction: an exotic and aromatic fruit from the citrus family, this essential oil is obtained by cold pressing the lime peel.

Benefits: it is used as a natural perfume for its refreshing citrus scent. It has a high concentration of flavonoids - vegetables pigments that protect the body from oxidizing substances and contains vitamin C which has antiseptic properties, meaning it eliminates the microbes that cause infections. It also has anti-inflammatory properties and helps stimulate circulation.

Obtaining: achillea is a herbaceous plant with narrow lobed leaves and white flowers that contains essential oils, phenolic compounds and flavonoids.

Benefits: it is used in cosmetics for all skin types. Its astringent, emollient and decongestant properties help to treat and purify the skin in a respectful way.

Extraction: the birch is a large tree of the Betulaceae family, originally from Eurasia. Its leaves have a slightly aromatic smell, and are rich in saponins, tannins and flavonoids.

Benefits: it is very popular for its astringent properties. It heals and calms the skin, helping to fight various disorders. It also helps to improve the elasticity of the skin, having a conditioning and firming effect on skin.

Obtaining: the lime tree is a tree species of the Malvaceae family, common in the forests of Europe. Its flowers are yellowish-white. Its main active ingredients are flavonoids and mucilage.

Benefits: It has important decongestant properties and is very refreshing. It is used in cosmetic products that moisturise and soothe skin.

Obtaining: the stinging nettle or major nettle is a perennial herbaceous plant. Its leaf contains chlorophyll, carotene, vitamins, minerals, acids and flavonoids.

Benefits: this plant offers high antioxidant protection. It soothes irritation, cleanses the pores and stimulates cell regeneration, regulating the production of sebum.

Extraction: sage leaf extract is widely used in cosmetics. It is known for its aroma and its great refreshing and calming effect.

Benefits: composed of pentacyclic triterpenes, flavonoids, rosmarinic acid and carnosol. It has great antiseptic and antioxidant properties. It is ideal for mature and devitalized skin, as well as for the treatment of various affections of the hair and scalp.

ROSEMARY

Extraction: rosemary is an aromatic, woody, evergreen shrub with many small branches. It can grow up to 2 meters in height. It grows on all types of soils, preferably dry, somewhat sandy and permeable soils. Its extract is obtained from the rosemary leaves via a maceration process.

Benefits: this rosemary extract provides significant anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties thanks to its high concentration of rosmarinic acid, which is used to treat sensitive and irritated skin. On the other hand, its carnosic acid and carnosol content act as antimicrobial agents, protecting against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. In general, this extract has a remarkable antiseptic and astringent properties which help to repair and strengthen hair growth from root to tip.

Extraction: natural ester of vegetable origin of glycerin and caprylic acid.

Benefits: acts as an emulsion stabilizer and a moisturizing agent.

Extraction: lauric acid ester, a saturated fatty acid with antibacterial properties, and Polyglycerin-4. It is a natural, biodegradable ingredient approved by Ecocert.

Benefits: acts as a skin conditioner, emollient, solubilizer and emulsifying agent.

Extraction: caprylic acid monoester, a saturated fatty acid with antifungal properties, and Polyglycerin-6. It is a natural, biodegradable ingredient approved by Ecocert.

Benefits: acts as a skin conditioner, emollient, solubilizer and emulsifying agent.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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. 

Extraction: also known as geranial, is a natural compound with lemon citrus aroma. It comes from the essential oils of a series of plants that include: lemon grass, lemon myrtle, lemon and orange blossom.

Benefits: it is used in perfumes as a natural component of essential oils. It is refreshing, rich in vitamins, stimulates microcirculation and nurtures tissues.

Extraction: It is a monoterpene that is found in natural essential oils. It is found naturally in plants such as geranium and lemon.

Benefits: it is widely used as an ingredient of fragrances due to its rose-like scent. It is also used in many products to generate grapefruit, plum, pineapple, peach, lemon and cranberry scents.

Extraction: it is a monoterpene of natural origin that is found in many citrus fruits such as lemon. It is a colorless liquid with a light, fresh and sweet citrus aroma.

Benefits: widely used to make fragrances and flavors. It is a main component of many essential oils.

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.

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.

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.

Extraction: is a biological compound consisting of citric acid and vegetable oils. +

Benefits: this fatty acid monoglyceride is used as an emulsifier and stabiliser for water and oil emulsions. It also contributes to the even distribution of the product during use.

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.

Sourcing: natural origin, obtained by fermentation of vegetable sugars.

Benefits: In cosmetics it is used as a moisturiser and skin conditioning agent. It preserves the water retention properties of facial skin, helping it to maintain hydration.

Sourcing: vegan active ingredient, obtained from Babchi seeds.

Benefits: wonderful results as a well-ageing ingredient. It is the non-irritating, non-photosensitising, vegan alternative to retinol. It gives the skin smoothness, elasticity, radiance, reduces wrinkles and evens out the skin tone. It is also a very suitable ingredient for acne-prone skin, as it has seboregulating and anti-inflammatory properties.

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.

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.

Sourcing: 100% vegetable origin, and is derived from castor oil.

Benefits: A light, dry emollient that gives the skin a silky finish, helping its spreadability on the skin.

Sourcing: Derived from the fermentation of sugar cane, natural origin. 

Benefits: Helps the skin to preserve natural moisture reserves, reducing water loss by increasing the synthesis of ceramides in the skin barrier.

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. 

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.

Sourcing: Vegan ingredient of vegetable origin, mainly vegetable oils.

Benefits: Has the properties of an emulsifier, helping to keep the water and oil phases of the formula blended together. It also acts as an emollient, preventing moisture from evaporating from the surface of the skin, and providing a pleasant texture to the skin when the product is applied.

Extraction: Glyceryl Behenate is a plant-derived ester derived from glycerin and behenic acid.

Benefits: It is used in food, pharmacy and cosmetics for its capacity to improve viscosity in emulsions. It is a non-comedogenic ingredient, which does not provide greasy sensation nor obstructs the pores of the skin.

Obtainment: His sugar is obtained from starch, derived from rice, corn or potato.

Benefits: It has the ability to stabilise cosmetic formulations as well as act as a link between different ingredients. It also acts as a suspension forming agent and film former.

Extraction: derived from Coconut Oil and Glycerin, is considered an excellent emollient and skin repairing agent. It is a mix of fatty acids. It is not considered a sensitizing agent.

Benefits: it repairs the surface of the skin and prevents the loss of moisture and also works to thicken skin. They are neutral oils that do not irritate the skin, are easy to apply and are quickly absorbed.

This natural perfume contains essential oils of tropical fruits such as guava, papaya and pomegranate together with rose and violet. It has floral aromatic benefits with exotic notes, which give a revitalising and relaxing sensation to the skin.

Sourcing: Obtained by biotechnological process from corn seeds.

Benefits:  Ribose is a fundamental component of the ATP (cellular energy) structure. Supplying the skin with ribose stimulates new ATP synthesis to replenish cellular energy reserves and improve its functioning. Its supply reduces wrinkles, increases and strengthens the skin's firmness and elasticity.

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.

Extraction: Xylitol is derived from plant sources such as birch or corn, through the hydrolysis of xylans followed by hydrogenation.

Benefits: On the skin, it acts as a humectant, retaining water and strengthening the skin barrier for prolonged hydration. In oral health, it inhibits cavity-causing bacteria, balances pH, and promotes enamel remineralisation, reducing dry mouth and encouraging a healthier, fresher mouth."

Extraction: Lecithin is a natural mixture of diglycerides and phosphoric acid that is obtained from some seeds such as soybeans. Its appearance varies from a waxy mass to a thick liquid.

Benefits: lecithin and hydrogenated lecithin improve the appearance of dry or damaged skin by reducing flaking and restoring elasticity. They increase water retention, thereby reducing loss of hydration. These ingredients also help form non-ionic emulsions by reducing the substances’ surface tension.

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

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

Sourcing: it is obtained by cold pressing the avocado pulp. The fruit grows in tropical areas of America and Asia.

Benefits: Rich in vitamin A and unsaturated fatty acids such as linoleic acid and palmitoleic acid. Promotes cell regeneration, increases hydration of the face and also helps improve the absorption of the other ingredients.

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.

Sourcing: vegetable, obtained from soya pods.

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

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

Extraction: sunflower oil is obtained from Helianthus Annus sunflower seeds.

Benefits: rich in omega-6 and vitamin E, sunflower seed oil is used in the cosmetics industry as skin repairing agent. Prevents skin dehydration and has soothing, nourishing and antibacterial properties. It is perfect for treating all skin types including: dry, normal, oily and acne prone skin.

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.

Sourcing: It is obtained by biofermentation from Halobacterium salinarum. This microorganism is not genetically modified, and allows for a quality product with a low impact on the environmental footprint. In cosmetics, this ingredient is very interesting because it is the most versatile source of natural and vegan carotenoids.

Benefits: Natural active ingredient, which provides the antioxidant power of carotenoids, promoting DNA and cell membrane protection against oxidation by free radicals. They also have the benefits of carotenoids in protecting against blue light.

Sourcing: A natural and vegan active ingredient, it is an extract from the leaves of the Vietnamese Langsat tree. 

Benefits: Reduces the overproduction of melanin by melanocytes, thus helping to reduce the size of pigmented spots and even out the tone.

Extraction: trehalose is a sugar synthesized by plants, bacteria and fungi and is used in personal care products to provide moisture and fragrance.

Benefits: allows the skin to retain moisture and to stay healthy and hydrated. It is renowned as a rehydrating agent for its potent antioxidant properties.

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.

Extraction: 100% vegetable material derived from the endosperm of the Caesalpinia spinosa plant, native to Peru.

Benefits: works as a thickening agent, emulsion stabilizer and texturizer in cosmetic products.

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.

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.

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. 

Sourcing: Active ingredient extracted from a beautiful red flower, of Australian origin, named Kangaroo Paw.

Benefits: Improves the architecture of the dermis by increasing the synthesis of its main structural proteins, elastin and collagen. This results in visible skin rejuvenation such as reduction of wrinkles and sagging skin.

Sourcing: Of natural origin, this ingredient is extracted from the seeds of the Siberian Pine tree, very common in Canada

Benefits: Excellent moisturiser for skin and hair. It has a softening effect, allowing the active ingredients to spread perfectly on the skin, as well as acting as a natural conditioner.

Extraction: it is a natural polysaccharide that is obtained from different plant species.

Benefits: this polysaccharide acts as a prebiotic in the formulation of the deodorant. It prevents body odour causing bacteria (Staphylococcus epidirmidis and Corynebacterium xerosis) from adhering to the skin and spreading around the armpit.

Extraction: natural non-ionic surfactant derived from coconut oil and glucose.

Benefits: used in the formulation of personal hygiene products in which abundant foam is desired. It also works as a mild cleanser and maintains skin’s natural pH balance. It is 100% biodegradable, making it environmentally friendly and suitable for all skin types.

Extraction: tocopherol or vitamin E, is naturally found in vegetable fats and oils, cereals, nuts and green and yellow leafy vegetables.

Benefits: it is used in cosmetics for its antioxidant properties and also acts as a skin conditioning agent. Reduces the appearance of stretch marks, helps improve skin tone, moisturizes and helps keep skin firm. For hair care, Holy Basil helps improve the blood circulation in the scalp which stimulates hair growth and helps to condition hair and provide shine.

Extraction: the fat-soluble form of vitamin C. It is an ester formed by ascorbic acid (vitamin C) and palmitic acid. It is a fatty acid obtained from vegetable fats and oils.

Benefits: it has excellent antioxidant and free radical eliminating properties which work to protect the skin from oxidative processes. It is used to slow down skin aging processes since it promotes the synthesis of collagen and ceramides in the skin.

Extraction: it is a type of red alga from Madagascar. Its composition in polysaccharides has a high concentration in galactose.

Benefits: combats premature skin ageing and sensitivity associated with environmental impact or stress. It is perfect for treating sensitive and reactive skin, reducing all associated symptoms (sensitivity, irritability, redness, etc.).

Sourcing: Root extract of Siberian ginseng, a dicotyledonous plant of the araliaceae family. Native to the mountains and forests of Russia and Northeast Asia.

Benefits: Well-ageing and antioxidant properties. Increases dermal density and the skin's elasticity.

Sourcing: Vegetable extract of the Matsutake mushroom, a mycorrhizal fungus that grows in Asia, Europe and North America. This mushroom is in great demand in Japan, where it is highly prized as a delicacy.

Benefits: Rich in polysaccharides, including β-glucan. This extract provides antioxidant and immunomodulatory properties to the skin. Promotes wrinkle reduction by decreasing the degradation of the extracellular matrix. 

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.

Extraction: citric acid is a weak organic acid found in fruits such as lemons and oranges. Lemon juice contains approximately 5-8% citric acid.

Benefits: citric acid and its salts: Diammonium, Potassium and Sodium help to preserve cosmetics since they are metal chelating agents. Citric acid and its salts are also added to cosmetics to help regulate the acid / base levels. Functions as a powerful antioxidant and helps to regulate and maintain skin’s hydration and elasticity.

Extraction: the low molecular weight hyaluronic acid has plant-derived origins and is obtained by a biotechnological process. It is naturally found in the dermis of the skin, so the application of this acid on our skin will not irritate or damage it.

Benefits: works on the tight joints between cells. It protects the synthesis of collagen and elastin, and stimulates the vascularisation process to increase the supply of nutrients and oxygen to cells. This is reflected in a noticeable increase in the firmness of the skin, giving it a youthful and healthy appearance.

Sourcing: Natural origin, extract from the bulb of the yellow daffodil, Narcissus tazetta. Native to the Mediterranean region. Natural and environmentally friendly extraction.

Benefits: This ingredient is based on mimicking plant dormancy to slow the proliferation of dermal fibroblasts,  an effective strategy to preserve telomere length in a youthful state. This process leads to a decrease in wrinkles and an boost in the skin's elasticity.

Sourcing: Of natural origin, obtained by the evaporation of seawater.

Benefits: In cosmetics it has different applications, from hair products to boost hair volume. It also has benefits as an anti-acne product for the face. It also has anti-cellulite properties for the body.

Obtainment: It is extracted from the root of the Alkanna Tinctoria (commonly known as a dyer's alkanet), native to the Mediterranean basin.

Benefits: This extract is used as a vegan alternative to synthetic pigments or animal pigments.

Extraction: It is a solid white substance with an alkaline pH, which is obtained from common salt (Sodium Chloride)

Benefits: It's pH regulator used to raise acidic pH to a level suitable for the skin. Higher (alkaline) or lower (acidic) pH, will damage the skin's protective mechanism by exposing it to harmful bacteria and the environment. Therefore, maintaining the pH of a product is very important for skin health.

Sourcing: Of vegetable origin, ergothioneine is extracted from mushrooms, the richest in this amino acid being the Porcini, or white mushroom.

Benefits: An amino acid that provides high antioxidant power, prevents oxidation and also combats free radicals in the body, not only in cell membranes, but also has the ability to act in the mitochondria, the organelle where the cellular energy  needed for all the body's biochemical reactions is produced. As a result, it delays skin ageing and the appearance of wrinkles.

ALOE VERA POWDER

Extraction: Aloe Vera is a perennial plant native to warm climates. The gel contained in its leaves is commonly used in skin treatments due to its many beneficial properties.

Benefits: Known as an astringent, this plant also has moisturizing, regenerating, rejuvenating and antibacterial properties. These properties are perfect for revitalizing skin. It also functions as a deep cleansing agent, opening pores and eliminating toxins that cause the disruptions in the skin’s normal functioning. It also benefits the hair by restoring shine and helping to eliminate excess dandruff and scalp irritations. It is used especially effective for treating skin irritations, blemishes and acne.

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.

ALMOND OIL

Extraction: almond oil is composed of monounsaturated fats (healthy fats found in plant foods), oleic acid and linoleic acids (such as Omega 3 and 6). It is almost transparent in color with yellow or golden hues and is almost odourless.

Benefits: It acts as a stimulant for the production of collagen and elastin, providing the tissues with firmness and elasticity. It reduces the appearance of wrinkles and stretchmarks and sweet almond oil is even recommended in various anti-cellulite treatments. Its anti-inflammatory, reparative and healing properties protect the skin’s natural barrier, slows down the ageing process and protects against UV rays  with Vitamin E.

Extraction: derived from Coconut Oil and Glycerin, is considered an excellent emollient and skin repairing agent. It is a mix of fatty acids. It is not considered a sensitizing agent.

Benefits: it repairs the surface of the skin and prevents the loss of moisture and also works to thicken skin. They are neutral oils that do not irritate the skin, are easy to apply and are quickly absorbed.

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.

Extraction: chia seeds are a herbaceous plant belonging to the mint family. Chia seed oil is obtained by cold pressing the chia seeds.

Benefits: Chia seeds are one of the best known superfoods. Its oil contains up to 60% concentration of Omega 3 and has shown to have remarkable benefits for sensitive skin.

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.

Extraction: vegetal origin sufractant and co-sufractant, biodegradable and commonly accepted in shampoo and shower gel making. It is obtained from coconut oil and rice oil.

Benefits: it takes care of gently cleaning and reducing irritation chances from other aggressive sufractants. It produces small bubbles.

Extraction: sodium salt of cocoyl-glutamic acid. This natural ingredient is extracted directly from coconut oil.

Benefits: surfactant and cleaning agent.

Extraction: Irish moss extract is a mucilage extracted from Chondrus crispus algae. Later, it is dried and pulverized. When rehydrated this extract is very versatile, it can be used as a thickening agent or for the production of resistant films.

Benefits: excellent moisturizing agent. Copolymers are typically used in hair products to form transparent gels. Irish moss extract an excellent natural alternative. It gently cleans and sooths skin and hair. It also has anti-inflammatory properties.

Obtainment: It comes from a shrub native to Asia, very common in the warm areas of central and Southern India. The pods of the fruits, leaves and bark of the plant are dried and ground to a powder.

Benefits: It has been used in India for hundreds of years in the Ayurvedic tradition to wash hair. It is recognised as an exceptional skin cleanser, very soft and capable of eliminating dandruff.

Obtainment: it comes from the Desert Date, a tree that grows in tropical Africa. It is obtained from the cold pressing of the seeds of its fruit.

Benefits: by pressing of its seeds an oil is obtained, traditionally used to treat skin problems. It contains calcium, magnesium, iron, copper, zinc, thiamine and vitamin E. It helps to reduce scars and retain water, increasing skin hydration, improving elasticity and promoting cell regeneration.

Obtainment: Obtained from the roots of Gypsophila, a perennial plant native to Eastern Europe, Siberia and Central Asia.

Benefits: Its high content in saponins, which have natural cleansing properties, explain its use as soap for centuries in the Mediterranean basin.

Obtainment: This extract comes from the fruit of Sapindus Mukorossi, a tree native to the tropical and subtropical area of Asia, which is found on the slopes of the Himalayas.

Benefits: Saponin has natural cleansing properties. It tonifies, preventing and combating the symptoms of skin fatigue. It softens imperfections and moisturises the skin, giving it a radiant and healthy appearance.

Extraction: Lotus has always had special significance, even in ancient times. This flower, characteristic of the Nile, was appreciated by the pharaohs of Ancient Egypt. Later, it was taken to Syria and from there, its cultivation was transferred to India and China. It is widely used in traditional Ayurveda and Siddha medicine for the treatment of inflammations, and is also an aphrodisiac and a tonic.

Benefits: This lotus species is among of many variants of lotus and shares active properties with other and lotus extracts from Egypt. Its action inhibits the production of leptin, effectively reducing sebaceous hypersecretion. This is done by reducing the reducing the molecules involved in the sebum and inflammatory formation processes It reduces the amount of lipids present in sebum which are responsible for inflammation and acne. As a result, unwanted shine is decreased by 15%, imperfections by 41%, and fat synthesis by 44%.

Extraction: Lotus is a flower that has been cultivated in Asia for more than 7,000 years. It is commonly used as food and in traditional medicine as a tranquilizer and to combat insomnia. It is also known by the name “blue lotus”.

Benefits: This lotus species is among of many variants of lotus and shares active properties with other and lotus extracts from Egypt. Its action inhibits the production of leptin, effectively reducing sebaceous hypersecretion. This is done by reducing the reducing the molecules involved in the sebum and inflammatory formation processes It reduces the amount of lipids present in sebum which are responsible for inflammation and acne. As a result, unwanted shine is decreased by 15%, imperfections by 41%, and fat synthesis by 44%.

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.

Obtainment: It is extracted from the root of the Alkanna Tinctoria (commonly known as a dyer's alkanet), native to the Mediterranean basin.

Benefits: This extract is used as a vegan alternative to synthetic pigments or animal pigments.

SUNFLOWER SEED OIL

Extraction: sunflower oil is obtained from Helianthus Annus sunflower seeds.

Benefits: rich in omega-6 and vitamin E, sunflower seed oil is used in the cosmetics industry as skin repairing agent. Prevents skin dehydration and has soothing, nourishing and antibacterial properties. It is perfect for treating all skin types including: dry, normal, oily and acne prone skin.

Extraction: grapefruit is a fresh fruit that contains unique phytochemicals known as bioflavonoids. These compounds help promote skin and overall health.

Benefits: helps remove impurities and helps strengthen skin, providing luminosity and vitality. Grapefruit extracts are especially beneficial for people who are prone to dandruff, acne, impetigo (bacterial infection of the skin) or skin rashes. On the other hand, it should be noted that grapefruit is very rich in vitamin C, which stimulates the production of collagen (principle skin protein) and in lycopene, which works to combat the harmful effects of free radicals.

Extraction: this extract is obtained from the pineapple fruit which is rich in vitamin C and amino acids.

Benefits: helps prevent the signs of premature aging due to its high content of free radical fighting antioxidants. It also helps skin maintain its elasticity and firmness. This fruit contains the enzyme bromaline which exfoliates and helps eliminate dead cells, leaving the skin healthier and cleaner.

Obtainment: This extract is obtained from the tangerine fruit. It has a pretty sweet citrus aroma.

Benefits: This fruit rich in vitamin A and C is a beauty ally, as it helps to reduce imperfections and stimulate the production of collagen. Thanks to its richness in antioxidant compounds, it also decreases the negative impact caused by free radicals and prevents premature ageing. It provides soothing benefits for irritated skin and at the same time it tonifies.

Extraction: this extract is obtained from the citrus fruit of bergamot (C. bergamia). It is extracted from the fruit’s oil glands found on the surface of the fruit.

Benefits: in cosmetics, bergamot essential oil is used mainly for its refreshing aroma and is ideal for use in refreshing and invigorating baths. It has many therapeutic properties and works as a deodorizing, tranquilizing, and healing agent. It is especially beneficial for treating oily and acne prone skin. It is also a good natural remedy to treat oily scalp and dandruff.

Extraction: this extract is taken from the seeds of cardamom plant, also known as the tree of paradise.

Benefits: its main use in cosmetics is for use in natural perfumes given its excellent aromatic properties. It revitalizes and sooths skin.

Extraction: lavender is a shrub from the Mediterranean countries of Europe and Africa. Its extract is obtained from the flowers, leaves and stem of the lavender plan.

Benefits: its main use in cosmetics is for use in natural perfumes given its excellent aromatic and calming properties. This medicinal protects and hydrates skin. It also helps in the rejuvenation and regeneration processes.

Extraction: the pomegranate is a thick-skinned fruit with seeds. Its  juice is rich in antioxidants, polyphenols and flavonoids. Rich source of vitamins (C and B5) and minerals such as potassium.

Benefits: prevents hair loss and leaves hair feeling healthier and brighter. The pomegranate extract helps hair maintain its natural tone for longer. Pomegranate extract also works great as a sunscreen and offers protection against free radicals that cause skin aging.

Extraction: The apple is a very refreshing and moisturizing fruit because of its high water composition. It also has antioxidant properties.

Benefits: Apple is noted for its high content of both malic and tartaric acids, two acids that help to naturally remove dead skin cells from the skin’s surface. Apple helps nurture skin by improving blood flow, regulating pH levels and preventing black spots.  It also has softening, antiseptic and refreshing properties. Its high content of pectin makes it able to retain water.

Extraction: this extract is obtained from the calendula flower, an aromatic plant form the Asteraceas family.

Benefits: calendula is a powerful agent used to treat scars and stretchmarks. It stimulates the body’s natural healing action, regenerates damaged skin and allows the body to produce more collagen (vital to skin recovery). It also works as a nourishing moisturizer and has anti-inflammatory, soothing and protective properties.

Extraction: fruit of the sweet orange tree. The orange peel is used for its cosmetic properties.

Benefits: rich in vitamin C and flavonoids. It helps produce collagen, clears dark spots and prevents acne breakouts. It has antioxidant properties that provide protection against free radicals which contribute to premature ageing. It also gives the skin a natural shine.

Extraction: this extract is obtained from the pear fruit.

Benefits: pear helps preserve tissues’ vitality. This fruit is rich in antioxidants, vitamins C and E, beta carotenes and zinc. It is effective for use in the treatment of oily or acne-prone skin and provides long-lasting hydration in dry skin.

Extraction: this extract is obtained from the petals of the rose.

Benefits: roses are beneficial for the skin for many reasons. Their extract functions as a tonic, softener, sebum regulator, anti-aging and flavoring agent. It is effective for use in products that treat oxidative processes of the skin or for acne prone skin.

Extraction: it is extracted distilling the freshly cut wood of the Santulum album tree, native to India.

Benefits: it contains large amounts of alfa and beta-santalol, molecules with antibacterial properties. It helps sooth, moisturize and regenerate dry and damaged skin leaving it feeling soft and helping to improve its overall texture. Prevents the signs of premature aging, helps eliminate scars and stretch marks, acts as a fungicide and functions as an aphrodisiac. 

Extraction: natural ester of vegetable origin of glycerin and caprylic acid.

Benefits: acts as an emulsion stabilizer and a moisturizing agent.

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.

Extraction: 100% vegetable material derived from the endosperm of the Caesalpinia spinosa plant, native to Peru.

Benefits: works as a thickening agent, emulsion stabilizer and texturizer in cosmetic products.

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. 

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.

Extraction: This acid is present in various fruits, but it is extracted from sorbellano fruit (sorbus aucuparia).

Benefits: Sorbic acid helps to preserve cosmetics, they are used as antimicrobial agents in the food and cosmetic industry. Specifically reduce the development of yeast and fungi.

Extraction: it is a monoterpene of natural origin that is found in many citrus fruits such as lemon. It is a colorless liquid with a light, fresh and sweet citrus aroma.

Benefits: widely used to make fragrances and flavors. It is a main component of many essential oils.