Shield 360 Skin Tint

CAPRYLIC / CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE

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.

ZINC OXIDE

Extraction: it is naturally extracted from the zincite, a mineral that contains 80% zinc oxide.

Benefits: zinc oxide is a natural motionless mineral that acts as a solar protector reflecting and scattering radiations. It acts on 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 adds benefits as seborgulator, improving oily skins and lowering acne chances, spots and reducing skin irritation and inflammation.

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.

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.

ISOAMYL LAURATE

Extraction: It is a fatty acid ester product coming from the reaction between isoamyl alcohol and lauric acid. It has an oily liquid consistency and it is transparent.

Benefits: It is used as an emollient, and offers protection to the skin and hair. It provides a light finish that prevents loss of hydration. It also has good miscibility with other surfactants.

Octyldodecyl PCA

Obtention: Compound of plant origin obtained by esterification of pyroglutamic acid with octyldodecyl alcohol.

Benefits: Emollient that makes the skin soft and smooth. Thanks to its bilipidic structure, it resembles the skin's natural ceramides, improving the skin's barrier function and ability to retain water, and also has an emulsifying action, allowing immiscible liquid mixtures to form.

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.

CRAMBE ABYSSINICA

Obtainment: Crambe oil is obtained from Crambe abyssinica seeds, a plant native to the Mediterranean area.

Benefits: Acts directly on the epidermis creating a delicate...

YELLOW IRON OXIDE

Extraction: pigment of mineral origin.

Benefits: it acts as yellow colourant.

TRIOLEIN

Extraction: Triolein, also known as triolein, is a triglyceride of oleic acid and represents 4-30% of olive oil. It is also found in almond oil.

Benefits: moisturising agent, it is also used as a controlling agent of the product's viscosity.

Hydrogenated ethylhexyl olivate

Obtained: By hydrogenation of olive ester. This is obtained by esterification of 2-Ethylhexyl alcohol with the fatty acids of olive oil.

Benefits: Emollient, softens the skin and creates a protective barrier that prevents water loss, leaving it more hydrated and supple.

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CRANBERRY SEED OIL

Obtained: A source of Omega-3 and Omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids, it is obtained by cold extraction of cranberry seeds, a by-product of cranberry juice production, without the use of solvents or chemicals. 

Benefits: This oil is rich in polyphenols prevents and reverses skin damage caused by the effect of UV rays.

LECITINA HIDROGENADA

Sourcing: Lecithin is a natural mixture of Diglycerides and Phosphoric Acid 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. These ingredients also help to form emulsions by reducing the surface tension of the substances.

RED IRON OXIDE

Obtainment: Pigment of mineral origin.

Benefits: Acts as a red coloring.

GREEN ALGAE EXTRACT

How to obtain: The microalgae inoculum is grown in a photoreactor, which is supplied with CO2 and sunlight. The inoculum is multiplied in a specific culture medium and the microalgae biomass is obtained after a certain time of cultivation, and then dried extracted with ethanol of plant origin.

Benefits: The richest natural source of astaxanthin, the antioxidant par excellence. Protects against photo-oxidative damage, filters blue light and prevents skin ageing by fighting free radicals.

BLACK IRON OXIDE

Extraction: pigment of mineral origin.

Benefits: it acts as black colourant.

GINGER Eco

Extraction: ginger is a tuber rich in essential oils, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and amino acids. The antioxidant of ginger is gingerol.

Benefits: it diminishes the inflammation caused by psoriasis and acne. Fights against free radicals, softens and evens out skin tone. Ginger also has the ability to lighten age spots while acting as an energy booster in spa aromatherapy treatments. As it is energizing and is believed to improve circulation; it is often used in treatments to reduce cellulite. Eliminates dark circles, reduces hair loss and fights ageing.

SAFFLOWER OIL

Extraction: safflower is a herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. The oil obtained from the cold pressing of its seeds is used as food and natural colouring.

Benefits: it contains a high concentration of linoleic acid and vitamin K, which help to treat irritated or tired skin. It is a dry oil, which penetrates quickly into the skin, hydrating it without greasing it.

ASTAXANTHIN

Extraction: extracted from the freshwater microalga Haematococcus pluvialis. It is the primary food source for flamingos, salmon and prawns, hence their characteristic reddish color.

Benefits: it is the most powerful antioxidant that exists in nature. It has antioxidant power 1,000 times stronger than that of Coenzyme Q10 and 65 times stronger than Vitamin C. This carotenoid is used for repairing skin damage and to prevent premature ageing. It is a natural anti-inflammatory, promotes hydration and protects against solar radiation.