Vitamin C Concentrate Treatment

POLVO DE ALOE VERA Eco

Obtención: El aloe vera es una planta perenne que se cultiva en sitios muy calurosos. El gel que contiene la planta se usa como remedios para la piel. Este gel actúa creando un manto protector y refrescante que proporciona y retiene la humedad.

Beneficios: Su poder astringente, hidratante, regenerante, renovador, rejuvenecedor y antibacteriano ayuda a lucir una piel revitalizada e impecable. Ofrece una limpieza profunda de la piel desde sus capas más profundas, lo que favorece la desobstrucción de los poros y la eliminación de toxinas y suciedad que causa el mal funcionamiento de la dermis. Esta especialmente indicado para pieles secas y agrietadas. Por otra parte, también fortalece el cabello y restaura el brillo, ayuda a eliminar la caspa y las costras del cuero cabelludo.

WATER

Extraction: Water is present in most cosmetic products and represents the most important raw material. In the cosmetic industry, water is purified by a process that eliminates any solid particle that the water may contain in order to achieve a greater degree of purity and water quality.

Benefits: In addition to moisturizing, it improves the effect of other active principles, providing smoothness and delaying the premature aging of the skin.

VEGETABLE GLYCERIN

Extraction: Obtained from plants by fat hydrolysis and sugar fermentation. Glycerol is found in its natural form in our skin and it is considered an auto-repair compound.

Benefits: It is one of the many substances in the skin that help to keep the external barrier and prevent dryness and scaling. Its application provides a more nourished skin and it works on the face as an acne treatment. It also eliminates grease buildup and improves the appearance of the hair.

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.

BLACK TEA

Extraction: tea is obtained by drying its leaves, then the active ingredient is extracted from the fermentation of these leaves. It is very rich in fatty acids and B vitamins.

Benefits: it reduces the roughness of the skin thanks to its lipo-filling effect, helping to fill wrinkles and expression lines. It also gives luminosity and vitality.

COCO-CAPRYLATE / CAPRATE

Extraction: This ingredient of vegetal origin is obtained from coconut.

Benefits: It is an excellent emollient that provides an incredible sensation of smoothness to the skin. It is highly biocompatible with our skin so it has the capacity to penetrate and help it to repair itself.

JOJOBA OIL

Extraction: Jojoba oil is extracted from Jojoba seeds (simmondsia chinensis). Actually more than oil it is a kind of wax that at room temperature looks like a liquid. It composition contains 96% of ceramides.

Benefits: Ceramides cover the epidermis cells and help to regulate its hydration intensively. They are very similar to those of human skin, that’s why they are absorbed and act quickly. Jojoba oil contains linoleic acid, which is a very effective natural skin regenerator. Its vitamin E content also assists in rejuvenating the skin.

ACEITE DE COROZO

Obtención: El aceite de corozo se extrae de la palma aceitera del género Elaeis. Este ingrediente está certificado segun los estándares RSPO siguiendo los principios y criterios de sostenibilidad en la extracción.

Beneficios: Tiene propiedades emolientes y anti-oxidantes. Es rico en vitaminas E y K. También tiene efectos calmantes y regenerantes, por lo que representa un ingrediente muy versátil para el tratamiento de la piel.

DISTEARATO DE SACAROSE

Obtenção: de origem vegetal, a partir de açúcar, é um éster de ácido esteárico e sacarose.

Benefícios: Tem uma elevada biocompatibilidade com a nossa pele, pelo que tem a capacidade de penetrar. Age como um emoliente e proporciona uma incrível sensação de suavidade à pele.

COTTON SEED OIL

Extraction: This oil is col-pressed extracted from cotton seeds. The result is a light yellow oil, delicate and nice. This oil is gossypol-free and GMO-free.

Benefits: Cotton seed oil adds a great nourishing to the skin. It’s a Vitamin E rich oil, with a high linoleic acid, palmitic acid, calcium, magnesium, phosphor and iron content, among others. That is why it’s a perfect oil, adding nourishing and softness to babies’ skin.

ÁCIDO HIALURÓNICO VEGANO DE BAIXO PESO MOLECULAR

Obtenção: O ácido hialurónico de baixo peso molecular, aprovado pelo Ecocert e Cosmos, obtém-se através de um processo biotecnológico e é de origen vegetal. Encontra-se na derme da pele de forma natural, pelo que a aplicação deste ácido na nossa pele, não a irá iiritar nem danificar.

Benefícios: Aporta uma ação profunda, atuando nas uniões estreitas entre as células. Protege a síntese de colagénio e elastina, e estimula o processo de vascularização para aumentar a contribuição de nutrientes e oxigénio às células. Esta ação, observa-se po um aumento notável na firmeza da pele, dando-lhe um aspecto jovem e saudável.

VEGAN HYALURONIC ACID

Extraction: Hyaluronic acid of vegetal origin. It is found in the dermis, the most natural form of skin so its application on our skin cannot irritate nor damage it.

Benefits: It increases the level of hydration in the skin, providing firmness and elasticity. It has a great capacity to penetrate into the skin providing anti-aging action.

ALMIDÓN DE ARROZ

Obtención: El almidón de arroz es un carbohidrato polimérico natural. Es el mayor componente del arroz y se compone de amilosa y amilopectina. Al aislarse del resto de componentes se presenta en forma de polvo blanco.

Beneficios: Se utiliza como alternativa natural al talco. Aporta un tacto muy suave y agradable a la piel, además absorbe el exceso de sebo para conseguir un acabado mate. Ayuda a fijar el maquillaje, consiguiendo que permanezca más tiempo intacto sobre la piel.

ALMOND OIL Eco

Extraction: Almond oil is composed of monounsaturated fats (healthy fats found in plant based foods), oleic acid and linoleic acids (such as Omega 3 and 6). Its color is almost transparent, with yellow or golden touches; it does not release a very strong aroma.

Benefits: It acts as a stimulant of the production of collagen and elastin giving firmness and elasticity to the tissues; it improves and prevents wrinkles and stretch marks. In addition, sweet almond oil is recommended in various anti-cellulite treatments. It has anti-inflammatory, repairing and healing properties; it protects the skin barrier, slows aging, contains vitamin E and protects from UV rays.

ACEITE DE LINO Eco

Obtención: Aceite vegetal extraído de las semillas del lino mediante un proceso de presión en frío después del secado. Es muy preciado por los expertos por sus beneficios en el cuidado de la piel.

Beneficios: Tiene propiedades antiinflamatorias y suavizantes, reduciendo la apariencia de líneas de expresión y suavizando arrugas. Es especialmente beneficioso para la piel seca y su alto contenido en ácidos grasos contribuye a reducir rojeces e irritaciones provocadas por desórdenes de la piel. Además también se utiliza como agente aromatizante.

ASTAXANTHIN

Obtenção: Extraída de uma microalga de água doce, a Haematococcus pluvialis. É a base da alimentação de flamingos, salmões ou langostins, daí a cor avermelhada que os caracteriza.

Benefícios: É o antioxidante mais potente que existe na natureza. A sua atividade contra a oxidação é 1.000 vezes superior à da Coezima Q10 e 65 vezes superior à da Vitamina C. Este carotenoide utiliza-se para a reparação de danos na pele e como ingrediente anti-envelhecimento. É um anti-inflamatório natural, promove a hidratação e protege face à radiação solar.

ÓLEO DE CÁRTAMO

Obtenção: O cártamo é uma planta herbácea da família Asteraceae. O óleo que é obtido da prensagem a frio de suas sementes é usado em alimentos ou como um corante natural.

Benefícios: Tem uma alta concentração de ácido linoléico e vitamina K, que ajuda a tratar a pele irritada ou cansada. É um óleo mais bem seco, que penetra rapidamente e hidrata a pele sem engraxar.

ASCORBIL GLUCÓSIDO

Como é obtido: O ascorbil glucósido é o resultado da ligação de uma molécula de açúcar (glucose) a uma molécula de vitamina C (ácido ascórbico) por meio de uma reacção enzimática, protegendo assim o grupo -OH da oxidação. Obtido por um processo biotecnológico. 

Benefícios: É um derivado natural da vitamina C, que tem as mesmas funções que o ácido ascórbico mas não apresenta as suas desvantagens, é uma molécula mais estável, e é adequado para peles sensíveis.  Actua como agente despigmentante, antioxidante e promove a síntese de colagénio para reduzir as rugas e linhas de expressão.

BIDENS PILOSA

Obtención: La Bidens Pilosa es una especie de planta de la familia Asteraceae, originaria de Sudamérica. En cosmética es conocida por su comportamiento como bio-retinol.

Beneficios: Entre sus beneficios se destaca su eficiencia para tratar los efectos del envejecimiento y el fotoenvejecimiento. También es popularmente utilizada para tratar acné y psoriasis. En su aplicación proporciona a la piel un efecto calmante, iluminador y seborregulador.

RED CRANBERRIES

Extraction: Lingonberries grow in 50 cm tall bushes that produce dark blue or red berries. They are abundant in natural pigments that act as antioxidants.

Benefits: It is very rich in vitamin C and antioxidant polyphenols. It stands out for its ability to recover the oxidative damage caused by solar radiation which reduces wrinkle appearance.

SUNFLOWER OIL

Extraction: Having a hard steam and yellow flowers, the sunflower provides the seeds that are used to get this oil.

Benefits: Rich in vitamin E and caffeic acid, it becomes a natural antioxidant that helps positively when it comes to keeping the skin in good condition. In addition, it is also useful in the treatment of dermatitis, improving collagen formation.

APRICOT

Extraction: Seasonal summer fruit, velvety and with juicy flesh.

Benefits: This ingredient is an excellent source of B complex vitamins, vitamin A, vitamin C and lycopene which makes it beneficial for the skin. It has calming effects on the skin, it avoids irritation and smoothens. It is ideal to treat face and sensitive dry skins.

APRICOT

This ingredient is an excellent source of B vitamins, vitamin A, vitamin C and lycopene which makes it beneficial for the skin.

LIMA (CÁSCARA)

Obtención: La lima, igual que otros cítricos, es rica en antioxidantes como vitamina C, ácido cítrico y flavonoides. También contiene calcio, potasio y aceites esenciales. El extracto de su cáscara se utiliza en numerosos productos cosméticos.

Beneficios: Combate las impurezas de la piel, constituyendo uno de los mejores astringentes. Rejuvenece la piel, la mantiene brillante y la protege de las infecciones.También promueve la circulación de la sangre por lo que es ideal para tratar la celulitis.

MELON

Extraction: Basically composed by water, this fruit is fresh and an excellent hydrating agent; it is very rich in vitamins A and C.

Benefits: It provides vitamin A, which helps prevent dryness in the mucous membranes and skin, highly used to calm dry or sensitive skin. It also contains vitamin E which is a powerful antioxidant. Melon helps to eliminate toxins, it prevents spot apparition, cleans the organism and diminishes stress.

GRAPEFRUIT (PEEL)

Extraction: grapefruit is a fresh fruit containing unique phytochemicals known as bioflavonoids. These compounds promote skin and body health.

Benefits: removes impurities, gives more strength, luminosity and vitality to skin. Grapefruit extracts are especially beneficial for people with dandruff, acne, impetigo (bacterial skin infection) or rashes. Grapefruit is very rich in vitamin C, responsible for the natural production of collagen (basic protein of the skin) and also in lycopene, capable of reducing the harmful effects of free radicals on cells.

LAVANDA

Obtención: Este extracto se obtiene de las flores y hojas de la lavanda.

Beneficios: Sus principal uso en cosmética es para la producción de perfumes dados sus excelentes propiedades aromáticas y calmantes.

APPLE

Extraction: Apple is a refreshing and hydrating fruit because of its high water content. It has antioxidant properties.

Benefits: The apple stands out for its high content in both malic acid and tartaric acid. These two acids improve the natural removal of dead skin cells. In skin care, the apple helps to improve circulation and nourish the skin, regulates pH and prevents black heads.

VANILLA PLANIFOLIA

Obtención: Especie del género de orqídeas conocido como Vanilla. Originaria de México y Centroamérica, donde se usaba para tratar fiebres. Es comunmente utilizada también como aromatizante.

Beneficios: Este extracto natural se encuentra formando parte de perfumes. Aporta tonos avainillados que transmiten una sensación de calma a la piel.

NARANJA

Obtención: Extracto obtenido a partir de la pulpa de la naranja dulce, el fruto del naranjo, un árbol cítrico de la família de las Rutáceas. 

Beneficios: Presenta un destacado contenido en ácido cítrico, una alfahidroxiácido de origen natural que actúa sobre la piel con irregularidades, arrugas y líneas de expresión con un efecto atenuante. Hay que mencionar también que es muy rica en vitamina C y, por lo tanto, se le atribuyen propiedades nutritivas, regeneradoras e hidratantes. 

ALMOND

Extraction: almonds are obtained from the almond tree, belonging to the rosaceae family. In spite of being cultivated in the Mediterranean area, it is originally from Western and Central Asia. It contains monounsaturated fats and omegas 3 and 6.

Benefits: Almonds are known for their antioxidant properties. They stimulate the collagen and elastin production. They work quickly and deeply on skin, without providing a heavy sensation. They are very nourishing and help to balance the skin pH. They are the perfect ingredient for all types of products and skins. They also help the other ingredients of a product to work.

MELOCOTÓN

Obtención: Este ingrediente es una excelente fuente de vitaminas del complejo B, vitamina A, vitamina C y licopeno que lo hace beneficioso para la piel. El extracto del melocotón es muy utilizado en todo tipo de productos cosméticos.

Beneficios: El melocotón ayuda a reducir ojeras y manchas. También actúa en la disminución de arrugas, por esto es un ingrediente que se encuentra en productos antiageing. Su contenido en proteinas promueve la reparación del tejido

MINT

Extraction: Perennial and aromatic plant that can reach about 120cm approximately. Its extract is obtained from the leaves.

Benefits: Mint extract has a significant activity as antiviral against herpes, antimicrobial agents against different types of bacteria such as Gram-positive and Gram-negative and antifungal agents against Candida Albicans and dermatophyte fungus. Besides it has a fresh aroma.

FOSFATIDILCOLINA

Obtenção: É vegetal, obtém-se por exemplo das vagens da soja.

Benefícios: Lípidos muito parecidos aos da barreira lipídica da pele, ajuda à sua regeneração.

KAKADU PLUM

Obtención: La ciruela Kakadu es la fuente vegetal más rica en vitamina C que existe. Es originaria del norte de Australia y tiene el tamaño aproximado de una aceituna. Tradicionalmente se utilizaba como antiséptico y calmante.

Beneficios: Esta superfruta contiene polifenoles y vitamina C, convirtiéndose en un perfecto cocktail antioxidante instantáneo y de larga duración. Actúa sobre los radicales libres y el estrés oxidativo. Facilita e induce el transporte y la acción de vitamina C y otros antioxidantes, ayudando a incrementar la síntesis de colágeno y ácido hialurónico. Como resultado, se obtiene una piel radiante, tonificada y uniforme.

MANNITOL

Obtenção: Origem natural, é extraído de árvores, algas marinhas ou de fungos mushrooms.

Benefícios: Aporta hidratação, reforça a barreira cutánea e regula a descamação do couro cabeludo.

ESTEARATO DE SACAROSE

Obtenção: de origem vegetal, a partir de açúcar, é um éster de ácido esteárico e sacarose.

Benefícios: Tem uma elevada biocompatibilidade com a nossa pele, pelo que tem a capacidade de penetrar. Age como um emoliente e proporciona uma incrível sensação de suavidade à pele.

SOY OIL

Extraction: It is directly obtained from soybeans, a legume with great nourishing and energetic value, it is very rich in protein as well.

Benefits: In cosmetics, it works as antioxidant, skin conditioning agent and / or surfactant.

CETYL ALCOHOL

Obtenção: Álcool gordo obtido a partir do coco, pelo que a sua origem é natural.

Benefícios: É utilizado como emoliente, emulsionante, espessante e agente de transporte para outros ingredientes em soluções cosméticas. Também há que destacar que proporciona aos produtos uma boa extensibilidade.

SQUALENE

Obtenção: É a versão hidrogenada do esqualeno. É um triterpeno alifático, extraído do farelo do arroz, do gérmen de trigo e das azeitonas verdes. A sua origem é 100 % natural.

Benefícios: É um componente natural da pele e um bom emoliente e um restaurador de sebo, pelo que se emprega em tratamentos nutritivos para peles secas. Tem propriedades antioxidantes r estimula o sistema imunitário.

P-ANISIC ACID

Obtención: este ingrediente se encuentra de forma natural en el anís. Por lo tanto, su origen es 100 % vegetal.

Beneficios: Se trata de un innovador conservante natural, actúa como agente aromatizante, conservante y enmascarante de aromas.

SODIUM GLUCONATE

Obtenção: Fabricado por fermentação de jarabe de glicose, derivado da matéria prima renovável do milho.

Benefícios: É um agente quelante que inaciva os iões metálicos para prevenir a deterioração dos produtos cosméticos.

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.

XANTHAN GUM

Extraction: Xanthan Gum is a polysaccharide 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, including bath products, makeup, skin and hair products and toothpaste.

LEVULINIC ACID

Obtención: El Levulinic Acid es un conservante de origen 100% natural obtenido de la degradación de la celulosa.

Beneficios: Es un conservante suave que ha demostrado controlar las colonias de microorganismos sin alterar la integridad, color ni pH de los otros ingredientes que incluye el producto. Tiene muy buenas propiedades antibacterianas.

ARGININA

Obtención: La arginina es un aminoácido obtenido por biofermentación. Es uno de los componentes principales de la keratina del cabello y actua como fuente de nitrógeno para el correcto funcionamiento celular, generando un efecto vasodilatador que mejora la circulación.

Beneficios: Es conocida por su eficacia combatiendo la caída del cabello. Se utiliza en muchas fórmulas como estabilizante natural, mucho más seguro que los agentes alcalinos convencionales. Es biodegradable.

VITAMIN E

Extraction: Tocopherol is a vitamin found in vegetable fats and oils, cereals, nuts and green leafy vegetables.

Benefits: It is used in cosmetics for its antioxidant properties and it is also used as a skin conditioner. Skin-wise: it reduces stretch marks, improves skin texture, adds moisture and keeps it firm. Hair-wise: it improves scalp blood flow, stimulates hair growth and it is a good hair conditioner that gives extra shine.

SODIUM BENZOATE

Extraction: It is a salt of benzoic acid.

Benefits: It is used as a preservative to allow the preservation of cosmetics. It is especially used to provide protection against the growth of fungi.

POLYGLYCERYL-10 LAURATE

Obtención: se trata de un éster de poliglicerina que esta formada por una media de 10 unidades de ácido laurico y glicerol.

Beneficios: Se emplea como agente emulsionanate, surfactante y acondicionador de la piel. Además, actúan como solubilizantes de los perfumes y aceites esenciales

GLUCONOLACTONE

CITRIC ACID

Extraction: Citric acid is a weak organic acid found in fruits like lemons or oranges. For instance, lemon juice contains between 5-8% of citric acid.

Benefits: Citric Acid and its sales of Diamonium, Potassium and Sodium help to preserve cosmetics. Citric Acid and its salts are also added to cosmetics to provide acid / base balance.

BETA-SITOSTEROL

Extraction: It is a fatty acid of vegetable origin. Beta-Sitosterol is naturally generated 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: Applied on the skin, it provides hydration and acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.

SODIUM CHLORIDE

Extraction: Sodium Chloride is obtained from mineral halite and is widely known as commune salt. It is essential for biological organisms and is found in most tissues and body fluids.

Benefits: It is used to provide flavor to a product and to increase the viscosity of the aqueous (water) phase in cosmetics and personal care products.

CALCIUM GLUCONATE

LIMONENE

Extraction: It is an ingredient of natural origin found in many citrus fruits. Limonene is a colorless liquid with a light, fresh and sweet citrus aroma.

Benefits: It is widely used to make fragrances and flavors.

LINALOOL

Extraction: It is a natural fragrance produced by a wide variety of plants such as mint, cinnamon, citrus fruits, and birch trees.

Benefits: It is used in the formulation of aftershave lotions, bath products, bubble baths, cleansers, hair care products, lipsticks, moisturizers, perfumes, shampoos...

SUNFLOWER OIL

Extraction: Having a hard steam and yellow flowers, the sunflower provides the seeds that are used to get this oil.

Benefits: Rich in vitamin E and caffeic acid, it becomes a natural antioxidant that helps positively when it comes to keeping the skin in good condition. In addition, it is also useful in the treatment of dermatitis, improving collagen formation.

WATER

Extraction: Water is present in most cosmetic products and represents the most important raw material. In the cosmetic industry, water is purified by a process that eliminates any solid particle that the water may contain in order to achieve a greater degree of purity and water quality.

Benefits: In addition to moisturizing, it improves the effect of other active principles, providing smoothness and delaying the premature aging of the skin.

JOJOBA OIL Eco

Extraction: Jojoba oil is extracted from Jojoba seeds (simmondsia chinensis). Actually more than oil it is a kind of wax that at room temperature looks like a liquid. It composition contains 96% of ceramides.

Benefits: Ceramides cover the epidermis cells and help to regulate its hydration intensively. They are very similar to those of human skin, that’s why they are absorbed and act quickly. Jojoba oil contains linoleic acid, which is a very effective natural skin regenerator. Its vitamin E content also assists in rejuvenating the skin.

SOY OIL

Extraction: It is directly obtained from soybeans, a legume with great nourishing and energetic value, it is very rich in protein as well.

Benefits: In cosmetics, it works as antioxidant, skin conditioning agent and / or surfactant.

VEGETABLE GLYCERIN

Extraction: Obtained from plants by fat hydrolysis and sugar fermentation. Glycerol is found in its natural form in our skin and it is considered an auto-repair compound.

Benefits: It is one of the many substances in the skin that help to keep the external barrier and prevent dryness and scaling. Its application provides a more nourished skin and it works on the face as an acne treatment. It also eliminates grease buildup and improves the appearance of the hair.

ARGININA

Obtención: La arginina es un aminoácido obtenido por biofermentación. Es uno de los componentes principales de la keratina del cabello y actua como fuente de nitrógeno para el correcto funcionamiento celular, generando un efecto vasodilatador que mejora la circulación.

Beneficios: Es conocida por su eficacia combatiendo la caída del cabello. Se utiliza en muchas fórmulas como estabilizante natural, mucho más seguro que los agentes alcalinos convencionales. Es biodegradable.

BETA-SITOSTEROL

Extraction: It is a fatty acid of vegetable origin. Beta-Sitosterol is naturally generated 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: Applied on the skin, it provides hydration and acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.

GENCIANA-AMARELA

Obtenção: este ativo é obtido das raízes de genciana-amarela silvestre colhidas de forma sustentável em França. São cuidadosamente selecionadas com base no seu conteúdo em gentiopicrósido, com o fim de conseguir uma alta concentração deste ativo.

Benefícios: tem propriedades antioxidantes e anti-inflamatórias, favorece a síntese de colagénio, reduz a angiogénese e ativa a função linfática. Protege os componentes da pele contra a oxidação e ajuda a reduzir olheiras, papos e rugas do contorno dos olhos.

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.

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.

HAWTHORN FLOWER

Extraction: the hawthorn is a shrub originally from Europe, used in food products, as its flowers, fruits and leaves are edible. It is also traditionally used for the treatment of cardiovascular disorders.

Benefits: hawthorn flowers contain flavonoids, chlorogenic acid and other polyphenols that help to restore skin tone, lifting the eyelid and reducing dark circles under the eyes. It acts in synergy with the sambac jasmine flower to get a lifting effect on the eyelid.

GLYCERYL CITRATE/LACTATE/LINOLEATE/OLEATE

Extraction: This ingredient is obtained from glycerine and stearic acid, a fatty acid gotten from vegetable oils.

Benefits: It acts as skin lubricant, giving a smooth finish. It also slows down water loss by the formation of a protective barrier. Besides, in formulation terms, it helps to create emulsions by reducing present substances’ superficial tension.

CELULOSE MICROCRISTALINA

Obtenção: pó de celulose de pequeno tamanho de partícula obtido a partir de fontes vegetais.

Benefícios: disfarça e preenche as rugas da pele, deixando uma textura suave e lisa.

FOSFATIDILCOLINA

Obtenção: É vegetal, obtém-se por exemplo das vagens da soja.

Benefícios: Lípidos muito parecidos aos da barreira lipídica da pele, ajuda à sua regeneração.

ÁCIDO OLEICO

Obtención: El ácido oleico es un ácido graso monoinsaturado de la sere omega 9. Se caracteriza porque su primer doble enlace se encuentra entre el 9º y el 10º carbono de la cadena.Se extrae de aceites vegetales como el de oliva o cártamo.

Beneficios: Se le atribuyen numerosos beneficios para la salud gracias a sus propiedades antiinflamatorias. Restaura los niveles de humedad de la piel, aportando hidratación y elasticidad. Además se utiliza para vehicular otros activos en cosmética gracias a su elevada capacidad de penetración en el estrato córneo.

XANTHAN GUM

Extraction: Xanthan Gum is a polysaccharide 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, including bath products, makeup, skin and hair products and toothpaste.

POTASSIUM SORBATE

Extraction: It is the salt of sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is naturally produced as para-sorbic acid in mountain ash berries, Sorbus Aucuparia, Rosaceae.

Benefits: It protects cosmetics from deterioration by preventing or delaying the growth and reproduction of microorganisms.

CETYL ALCOHOL

Obtenção: Álcool gordo obtido a partir do coco, pelo que a sua origem é natural.

Benefícios: É utilizado como emoliente, emulsionante, espessante e agente de transporte para outros ingredientes em soluções cosméticas. Também há que destacar que proporciona aos produtos uma boa extensibilidade.

PROPANEDIOL

Extraction: Propanediol is a 100% natural ingredient approved by Ecocert obtained from sugar cane. It is the perfect natural and biodegradable alternative to glycols which are obtained from petroleum.

Benefits: It is used in cosmetics as a moisturizing agent, emollient and solvent. Its sensory properties on the skin are excellent and reduce irritations.

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.).

CITRIC ACID

Extraction: Citric acid is a weak organic acid found in fruits like lemons or oranges. For instance, lemon juice contains between 5-8% of citric acid.

Benefits: Citric Acid and its sales of Diamonium, Potassium and Sodium help to preserve cosmetics. Citric Acid and its salts are also added to cosmetics to provide acid / base balance.

SAMBAC JASMINE

Extraction: Arabian jasmine actually comes from a small region in the southern Hymalaya valleys. Today it is a widespread plant in tropical wetlands, and it's cultivated all over the world. Its flowers open at night and close in the morning. It is used as an essence in perfumes and jasmine tea for its anti-depressive and relaxing properties.

Benefits: it contains irioid glycosides, flavonoids and protocatechnic acid. It is able to increase collagen and has anti-inflammatory and anti-tyrosinase properties, acting as a depigmenting agent on the skin.

RUBY RED

Obtención: Se extrae de la raíz de la Alkanna Tinctoria (comúnmente conocida com palomilla de tintes), originaria de la cuenca mediterránea.

Beneficios: Este extracto se utiliza como alternativa vegana a los pigmentos sintéticos o de origen animal.

DECYL GLUCOSIDE

Extraction: It is a natural nonionic surfactant derived from coconut that is very suitable for the formulation of personal hygiene products where abundant foam and good cleaning power are wanted.

Benefits: It is very mild and maintains the balance of the skin. It is 100% biodegradable and respectful with the environment.

KANGAROO PAW FLOWER

Obtenção: Ativo extraído de uma belíssima flor vermelha, de origem australiana, denominada de Kangaroo Paw.

Benefícios: Melhora a arquitetura da derme, ao aumentar a síntese das suas principais proteínas estruturais, a elastina e o colagénio. Isto traduz-se em efeitos visíveis para a pele, tais como o rejuvenescimento cutâneo, a redução de rugas e a flacidez da pele.

SAL MARINHO

Obtenção: É de origem natural, obtém-se pela evaporação da água do mar

Benefícios: Na cosmética tem diferentes aplicações, desde produtos capilares para o volume do cabelo, como é também benefico como produto antiacnéico para o rosto. Além disso, tem propriedades anticelulíticas para o corpo.

SODIUM BENZOATE

Extraction: It is a salt of benzoic acid.

Benefits: It is used as a preservative to allow the preservation of cosmetics. It is especially used to provide protection against the growth of fungi.

LECITHIN

Extraction: Lecithin is a natural blend of Diglycerides and Phosphoric Acid that is obtained from some seeds like soybeans. Its appearance varies from a waxy mass to a thick liquid.

Benefits: Hydrogenated lecithin and lecithin improve the appearance of dry or damaged skin by reducing scaling and restoring flexibility. These ingredients also help to form emulsions by reducing the surface tension of substances.

SODIUM CHLORIDE

Extraction: Sodium Chloride is obtained from mineral halite and is widely known as commune salt. It is essential for biological organisms and is found in most tissues and body fluids.

Benefits: It is used to provide flavor to a product and to increase the viscosity of the aqueous (water) phase in cosmetics and personal care products.

LEVULINIC ACID

Obtención: El Levulinic Acid es un conservante de origen 100% natural obtenido de la degradación de la celulosa.

Beneficios: Es un conservante suave que ha demostrado controlar las colonias de microorganismos sin alterar la integridad, color ni pH de los otros ingredientes que incluye el producto. Tiene muy buenas propiedades antibacterianas.

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.

MANNITOL

Obtenção: Origem natural, é extraído de árvores, algas marinhas ou de fungos mushrooms.

Benefícios: Aporta hidratação, reforça a barreira cutánea e regula a descamação do couro cabeludo.

P-ANISIC ACID

Obtención: este ingrediente se encuentra de forma natural en el anís. Por lo tanto, su origen es 100 % vegetal.

Beneficios: Se trata de un innovador conservante natural, actúa como agente aromatizante, conservante y enmascarante de aromas.

SODIUM PHYTATE

Extraction: sodium salt from phytic acid, a vegetable compound found in corn.

Benefits: it is used in cosmetic products as a chelating agent to prevent the heavy metals.

SQUALENE

Obtenção: É a versão hidrogenada do esqualeno. É um triterpeno alifático, extraído do farelo do arroz, do gérmen de trigo e das azeitonas verdes. A sua origem é 100 % natural.

Benefícios: É um componente natural da pele e um bom emoliente e um restaurador de sebo, pelo que se emprega em tratamentos nutritivos para peles secas. Tem propriedades antioxidantes r estimula o sistema imunitário.

SUCCINOGLYCAN

Obtención: Es un heteropolisacárido ácido soluble en agua, y producido principalmente, por una gran cantidad de microbios del suelo como: Agrobacterium, Rhizobium o Pseudomonas.

Beneficios: Ofrece buenas propiedades de suspensión, estabilizando las partículas de emulsiones y evitando la sedimentación. Además, se adapta a todo tipo de entornos de pH.

TERMINALIA ARJUNA

Extraction: Terminalia Arjuna is an Ayurvedic tree originally from India, where it is recognised for its properties in medicine.

Benefits: it has 4 active mechanisms that allow skin to recover firmness and elasticity, fighting the red-blue pigmentation caused by dark circles under the eyes. It also helps to reduce the visible blood vessels in the eye-contour area.

VITAMIN E

Extraction: Tocopherol is a vitamin found in vegetable fats and oils, cereals, nuts and green leafy vegetables.

Benefits: It is used in cosmetics for its antioxidant properties and it is also used as a skin conditioner. Skin-wise: it reduces stretch marks, improves skin texture, adds moisture and keeps it firm. Hair-wise: it improves scalp blood flow, stimulates hair growth and it is a good hair conditioner that gives extra shine.