Emerald Clay Facial Mask

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.

KAOLIN

Extraction: kaolin is a clay mineral that can be white, beige or pink, depending on where it is extracted.

Benefits: it allows to give consistency to a product. It has sebum regulating properties, being able to absorb skin impurities. Its detoxifying effect and its antiseptic capacity make it ideal to be introduced into products to purify skin.

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.

HECTORITE

Extraction: Hectorite is an unusual mineral which is categorized as a clay and has a smooth and creamy texture.

Benefits: this natural mineral is commonly used in cosmetics as a thickener and texturizing ingredient. Has a high silica content.

GLYCERYL STEARATE

Extraction: this ingredient is derived from glycerin and stearic acid, a fatty acid obtained from vegetable oils. It is found naturally in the human body so it will not damage skin.

Benefits: acts as a lubricant on the skin’s surface to give it a soft, smooth and light appearance. It also slows down water loss by forming a protective barrier and protects skin against the damage caused by free radicals. Furthermore, in terms of formulation, it helps to stabilize oil-water emulsions by reducing the surface tension of the substances present.

RICE OIL

Extraction: rice extract is obtained directly from the rice grain unlike the rice oil which is obtained from the bran. Rice has been cultivated for more than 6500 years and is popularly used as an antidiarrheal, demulcent and anti-inflammatory. Nonetheless, rice is mostly known for its multiple beneficial properties is a useful ingredient in skin and hair care.

Benefits: this extract has excellent properties promoting the growth and strengthening of hair and nails. Its activity stimulates different keratin proteins responsible for helping nails growth and fortification.

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.

EMERALD CLAY NATURAL PERFUME

Extraction: the natural scent of the Emmerald Clay mask is a combination of fruits, among which the kiwi notes stand out.

Benefits: gives a pleasant scent that transmits a sensation of energy and purification to skin.

SEA WATER

Extraction: sea water with a unique composition characteristic of its extraction area.

Benefits: its mineral composition has detoxifying properties, reduces cellular oxidation and improves skin hydration. These effects result in a reduction of the pores and an increase in the brightness and firmness of skin, giving it a smooth and healthy appearance.

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.

SPIRULINA MAXIMA

Extraction: Spirulina Maxima is a cyanobacterial algae of the spirulina group. Cyanobacteria are the only type of prokaryotic algae, also commonly called blue-green algae.

Benefits: it is rich in chlorophyll, which is why it has this deep green colour. It has the power to relieve inflammation and eliminate toxins, it is useful for the treatment of any type of skin, especially acne. It also provides proteins and vitamins A and E.

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.

ALOE VERA EXTRACT

Obtainment: Aloe vera is a perennial plant that grows in very hot places. The gel obtained from it is as skin remedies. This gel acts creating a protective and refreshing mantle that provides and retains moisture.

Benefits: Its astringent, moisturising, regenerating, renewing, rejuvenating and antibacterial power helps brings a revitalised and impeccable look to the skin. It offers a deep skin cleansing from its deepest layers, which favours the unclogging of pores and the elimination of toxins and dirt that causes the dermis to malfunction. It is especially suitable for dry and cracked skin. On the other hand, it also strengthens the hair and restores the shine, helps to eliminate dandruff and crusts of the scalp.

BROCCOLI

Extraction: broccoli is a superfood because of its high nutritional value. This plant belongs to the cruciferous family along with cabbage, arugula and cauliflower.

Benefits: it is rich in antioxidants such as vitamins C and E.Vitamin C stimulates the production of collagen, thus maintaining healthy skin, while vitamin E protects the different layers of the skin and prevents damage caused by ultraviolet radiation.

JAPANESE WAX AND RHUS VERNICIFLUA

Extraction: this combination of waxes is obtained from the respective trees Rhus Verniciflua and Rhus Succedanea, both originally from Asia.

Benefits: they are plant-derived substitutes of beeswax. They act as emollients, give consistency to the product and obtain an adequate texture and viscosity.

LIQUORICE (ROOT) Eco

Obtaining: this extract is obtained from the root of the licorice plant. It is cultivated in many countries and has been used since ancient times as a condiment for its sweet-sour aniseed flavor.

Benefits: it contains saponins, flavonoids, coumarins and triterpenoids. It has immunostimulating, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. Protects against ageing and photoageing and has antiseptic properties.

SHOREA ROBUSTA

Extraction: sal tree is originally from the Indian subcontinent. It is used in many fields, from construction to Ayurvedic medicine, from food to cosmetics.

Benefits: its resin has astringent properties, it is used for its ability to create the right viscosity in cosmetic products.

HALYMENIA DURVILLEI

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.).

GARDENIA

Obtainment: It is a dark blue extract obtained through a process of biological fermentation of the Gardenia jasminoides fruit.

Benefits: It acts as a natural pigment, providing a characteristic blue color to cosmetic products. In addition, it should be noted that antioxidant properties are attributed to it.

ACTIVATED CARBON

Extraction: the 100% natural activated carbon approved by Ecocert is obtained by subjecting plants, such as bamboo, to very high temperatures.

Benefits: it absorbs toxins and impurities, strengthens skin and cleanses it. It helps to close pores and produces a soft exfoliation to eliminate dead cells. It is specially recommended for skins with oily tendency and acne prone. It stimulates cell growth to repair skin from its inside.

BIOFLAVONOIDS

Extraction: bioflavonoids are substances that cannot be generated by the body, so we obtain them through nutrition or topical use. They can be extracted from citrus peel such as lemon, orange or lime.

Benefits: they are powerful antioxidants that help to combat the signs of ageing, preventing the formation of wrinkles and reducing the appearance of stains. They also give the skin a even, slightly brightened tone. They also help to improve blood circulation.

SUNFLOWER SEED WAX

Extraction: obtained from Helianthus Annuus sunflower seeds, mainly from the pericarp and integuments.

Benefits: it stands out for its content in essential fatty acids and vitamins A, D and E. It represents an excellent repairing agent and acts against the oxidation of skin lipids. It prevents dehydration and has calming, nourishing and antibacterial properties.

OLUS OIL

Extraction: vegetable oil composed mainly of triglycerides of fatty acids.

Benefits: softens and soothes skin, which is why it is used in most cosmetic products. It is an excellent emollient and moisturizer and forms a barrier over the skin to prevent the loss of hydration. Suitable for dry and sensitive skin.

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.

POTASSIUM PALMITOYL HYDROLYZED WHEAT PROTEIN

Extraction: potassium salt from natural origin with a plant base that acts as emulsifier.

Benefits: cleanses and conditions skin and hair. Regulates the skin’s physiological conditions and helps maintain natural pH balance.

SOYBEAN OIL

Extraction: it is obtained directly from the seeds of soybeans, a legume rich in proteins with great energetic and nutritional value. This oil high in vitamins (A, B6, B12 and K), calcium, magnesium and potassium.

Benefits: it is high in antioxidants and has moisturizing and firming properties. It also works to stimulate cell regeneration and sometimes works as a surfactant. It easily penetrates deep into skin to stimulate the synthesis of collagen, elastin and other proteins that help keep skin firm.

GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE

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

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

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.

TITANIUM DIOXIDE

Extraction: the titanium dioxide included in this formulation is from natural mineral origin, it is obtained from the rutile mineral.

Benefits: it has the ability to act as a solar protector reflecting and scattering radiations. It acts in the skin in a superficial way as a mirror, adding an effective barrier against sun rays. Its protection power is highly effective against UVA radiations, visible lighting and IR. It also acts as a dye or opacifier, thanks to its pure white colour.

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.

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.

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.

MALTODEXTRINA

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.

VITAMIN E

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.

BETA-SITOSTEROL

Extraction: fatty acid from vegetable origin. Beta-Sitosterol is naturally produced in many fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds. It is similar to cholesterol, which occurs naturally in the skin and is considered part of the intercellular matrix of the skin.

Benefits: it provides a lot of hydration and acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.

SILICA

Extraction: silicon dioxide (SiO₂), commonly known as silica, is a main component of sand. It is a mineral obtained via the purification of quartz.

Benefits: works in cosmetics products as a thickening agent with an amorphous structure. It is also used as an anti-agglomerate or absorbent.

SQUALENE

Extraction: aliphatic triterpene extracted from rice bran, wheat germ and green olives. It is 100% natural.

Benefits: it is a natural component and a good emollient and restores skin’s natural sebum content making it great for treating dry skin. It also has antioxidant properties and works to stimulate the immune system.

ORYZANOL

Extraction: it is the antioxidant present in rice oil which is obtained by cold pressing the rice grains.

Benefits: rice extract gets its antioxidant properties form its oryzanol content; its properties are used in cosmetics as a sunscreen.

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.

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. 

LIMONENE

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.

GERANIOL

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.