The fundamental building block of the ATP molecule, D-Ribose, induces the production of new energy units (ATP) to restore the energetic pool and increases skin cell respiration to recover an optimal cellular metabolism.
Humectant
Humectants are one of the primary building blocks of hair and skin care cosmetic formulations. Humectants are materials that are hygroscopic and are capable of retaining moisture over a wide relative humidity range.
In cosmetics they play an important role in hydrating the skin and hair, making them feel softer, enhancing suppleness, flexibility, and stretchability. They help to alleviate the drying conditions which threaten the appearance and well-being of the skin and hair caused by the environment.
Simply put, humectants have the ability to bind water to their molecules and want to do this to achieve a stable free energy state. Consequently, they are always very soluble in water.
Saccharide Isomerate increases the water-binding capacity of the stratum corneum; adheres to the keratin of the horny layer; reduces dryness and irritation caused by Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs).
Saccharomyces Lysate Extract is produced by exposing cells of Saccharomyces cerevisiae to hydrogen peroxide. It has been well established that introducing stress in the form of heat or UV radiation to yeast cell cultures will promote the formation of tissue respiratory factors (TRF).
Schizophyllan is a natural β-glucan polysaccharide produced by the mushroom Schizophyllan Commune. It is used in anti-aging, sun care, and products for mature skin, thanks to its antioxidant, anti-photoaging, and skin whitening properties.
The root extract of this medicinal plant contains more than 40 bioactive compounds, including flavonoids, terpenoids, polysaccharides, and essential oil with volatile components.
sh-Polypeptide-6 is a synthetic recombinant single-chain peptide, an analog of human Interleukin 10 (IL-10). Interleukin 10 is an anti-inflammatory cytokine that regulates the immune response and antibody production.
sh-Polypeptide-8 is a synthetic single-chain recombinant analog of human PDGF (Platelet-Derived Growth Factor) that is involved in normal skin growth, healing, and wound repair. rh-PDGF mimics the biological activity of the endogenous protein and is the active ingredient in several FDA-appro
Silk Amino Acids is a mixture obtained from pure silk fibers by hydrolysis to their free amino acids under carefully controlled conditions. The principal amino acids in this ingredient are glycine, alanine, and serine.
The use of small-molecule hyaluronic acid ensures that moisture is stored in the skin for a long time.
A rich source of polysaccharides, Snow Mushroom binds moisture to skin’s surface for a smoother, softer feel, while combating free radicals, diminishing age spots and naturally brightening the skin.
Sodium Hyaluronate is the sodium salt form of Hyaluronic Acid (HA). It has been used in cosmetics and skincare products for moisturization and wound healing.
It is widely used in skin and hair care preparations thanks to numerous beneficial actions, including humectant, buffering, antiseptic, energizing, thickener, emollient, and preservative.
Sodium PCA is contained abundantly in the skin and plays the role of a "natural moisturizing factor" (NMF) ingredient. It is extremely hygroscopic and imparts a pleasant moist feeling to skin and hair.
Sodium Polyaspartate is a homogeneous polymer derived from naturally occurring Aspartic acid. Aspartic acid is a well-known amino acid and a component of many vegetable proteins.
Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate is a highly versatile polymer that performs various functions in both leave-on and rinse-off hair care applications. This polymer is used in styling aids and deep cleansing shampoos.
The sea is the source of all life. Soluble Collagen has been developed utilizing a variety of marine species that are rich in essential minerals and have excellent moisturizing and film-forming properties. It is also made from cattle hides using a weak-acid/neutral-salt extraction process.
It is a multifunctional ingredient derived from natural raw materials for skin care applications valued for its moisturizing, softening, and conditioning effects on the skin.
Starch Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride is a naturally derived cationic polysaccharide produced from food-grade potato starch that has not been genetically modified and is free of environmentally toxic residues.
Sederma has demonstrated that Subliskin™'s oligosaccharides have the property to increase hyaluronic acid and its receptor CD44 synthesis but also elastin and laminin-5 synthesis, hence the word "glycokines" (a natural sugar sequence mimicking structurally and functionally oligosaccharide sequence found in the skin).
This crystalline disaccharide is obtained from sugar cane, sugar beet, and sorghum and forms the greater part of maple sugar.
Combining some of the beneficial actions of both ancestors, TEA-Lactate attracts water molecules thanks to the abundance of hydroxy groups, improving the skin's moisture retention ability, elasticity, and volume.
Trifluoromethyl C1-4 Alkyl Dimethicone is a clear liquid a fluoro silicone fluid containing trifluoroalkyl groups in its molecular structure.
Triticum Vulgare Gluten is a natural non-hydrolyzed wheat protein from the grain's endosperm with remarkable hydrophobic properties. It exhibits preferential binding characteristics to damaged hair areas.
Moisturizes the skin, smooths, and relieves itching. As one of the most critical soluble substances of the stratum corneum, urea is of increasing importance in dermatological therapy and cosmetics.
Wheat (Triticum Vulgare) germ is a byproduct of flour milling, but it contains about 10-15% lipids and biologically active substances such as tocopherols (Vitamin E), sterols, carotenoids, Vitamin B1, and Vitamin B2. Wheat germ oil can be obtained by different methods, including cold pressin
X50® Hyalufiller is a peptide-based complex ingredient with an advanced delivery mechanism (Cosmetic Drone™) and targeted release of biologically active components. The complex structure consists of three parts:
Xylitol is a (C5 pentahydroxy) sugar alcohol, a low-calorie sugar substitute (40% fewer calories than an equivalent amount of table sugar [sucrose]) that looks and tastes like sugar. Strikingly, Xylitol does not significantly change blood glucose or insulin levels.
This dual-action natural glucoside dramatically improves the epidermal water content by increasing the dermal water reservoirs and improving hyaluronic acid production in the skin.
Yeast beta glucan is a natural polysaccharide extract, powerful humectant, attracting water to skin’s surface for the ultimate in hydration and moisture retention.
Zemea® propanediol is a skin-friendly, natural, and petroleum-free glycol alternative for cosmetics and personal care formulations. A corn-derived natural ingredient approved by Ecocert™ and the Natural Products Association (NPA).