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Top Recommended Creams Argireline is the trademark name of the molecule acetyl hexapeptide-3. Argireline is manufactured by the Spanish company Lipotec and is one of the hot new ingredients in anti aging skin care products. When applied topically, Argireline seems to have an effect similar to that of BOTOX® injections on the muscles of the face. Peptides are small fragments of proteins. Proteins are the main building blocks of nearly all living tissues. Argireline, acetyl hexapeptide-3, is a chain of six amino acids that are attached to the residue of acetic acid. Argireline relaxes facial tension, leading to the relaxation of facial muscles that contribute to lines and wrinkles. Researchers think Argireline works by inhibiting the release of neurotransmitters released by the brain that tell these facial muscles to tense. The result is relaxed musculature and reduced wrinkles and lines.Note that Argireline's effects are very similar to those of BOTOX® injections. But where the FDA only allows BOTOX® serum to be injected in limited areas of the face, Argireline may be applied wherever lines and wrinkles appear. One published study showed a 30% reduction in wrinkle size after only 30 days of using Argireline or its generic equivalent, acetyl hexapeptide-3. Argireline works on mechanical lines and tension-related wrinkles and therefore makes an excellent combination with other, more traditional, anti wrinkle ingredients that work by resurfacing and moisturizing the skin. Argireline is a favorable and promising alternative to BOTOX® injections and one that is highly recommended when found in anti aging skin care products that have additional effective ingredients.
Found In: Freeze Serum & Vanishline
Acronym for alpha hydroxy acid. AHAs are derived from various plant sources or from milk. However, 99% of the AHAs used in cosmetics are synthetically derived. In low concentrations (less than 3%) AHAs work as water-binding agents. At concentrations over 4% and in a base with an acid pH of 3 to 4, these can exfoliate skin cells by breaking down the substance in skin that holds skin cells together. The most effective and well-researched AHAs are glycolic acid and lactic acid. Malic acid, citric acid, and tartaric acid may also be effective but are considered less stable and less skin-friendly; there is little research showing them to have benefit for skin.
AHAs have been widely used for therapy of photodamaged skin, and also have been reported to normalize hyperkeratinization (over-thickened skin) and to increase viable epidermal thickness and dermal glycosaminoglycans content. A vast amount of research has substantially described how the aging process affects the skin and has demonstrated that many of the unwanted changes can be improved by topical application of AHAs, including glycolic and lactic acid.
Found In: Hema Night Cream, Hyaluronic Moisture Lotion For Day, Alpha Hydroxy Lotion, Alpha Hydroxy Cream, Eye Repair
Aloe barbadensis gel (aloe vera gel) - An extract from the Aloe Barbadensis Miller (South African lily-like plant), it is combined with other ingredients in personal care products and utilized for its healing effects and skin-softening benefits. It has hydrating, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and soothing properties. Widely revered and used by the ancient Egyptians and Native Americans, it has remarkable healing abilities because it is a natural oxygenator (drawing and holding oxygen to the skin). For this same reason, it is one of the most effective cellular renewal ingredients available for use in cosmetics. It has a composition similar to that of human blood plasma and sea water, and because its pH is the same as human skin, it is extremely soothing and protective. It is also a natural astringent.
Found In: Eye Makeup Removal Lotion, Gentle Makeup Removal Cream, Refreshing Facial Tonic, Alcohol Free Toning Lotion for Oily Skin, Liposome Environmental Cream, Hema Night Cream, Alpha Hydroxy Lotion, Gentle Eye Cream, Liposome Environmental Eye Gel, Moisturizing Facial Masque, Vitamin K Recovery Cream
A compound that occurs naturally in wheat sprouts, tobacco seed, comfrey, and sugar beets, or it may be derived synthetically from uric acid. It is an effective healing agent that helps to promote cellular renewal and it has a soothing and softening effect.
Found In:Liposome Lotion, Liposome Environmental Cream, Hyaluronic Moisture Cream, Hyaluronic Moisture Lotion For Day, Cell Repair, Oil Control Lotion For Day, Gentle Eye Cream
Amino Acids are organic compounds (protein "building blocks") vitally essential to the body. In skin-care products, these types of ingredients work primarily as water-binding agents, and some have antioxidant properties and wound-healing abilities as well.
Found In:Oxygen Plasma with Organic Sulfur
Describes the function a specific ingredient can have on skin to reduce the effects of free-radical damage. Free-radical damage can be caused by the presence of oxygen or any compound that contains an oxygen molecule (such as carbon monoxide, hydrogen peroxide, and superoxide), sunlight, and pollution. Any substance that impedes or slows free-radical damage by preventing the oxidative action of molecules is referred to as an "antioxidant." Many vitamins have antioxidant properties, including vitamins A, C, and E, as do amino acids such as methionine, L-cysteine, and L-carnitine; enzymes such as superoxide dismutase and ecatalase; and coenzymes such as alpha lipoic acid and coenzyme Q10.
So what do free-radical damage and antioxidants have to do with wrinkles or skin damage? When free-radical damage originates from natural environmental factors and fails to be cancelled out by antioxidant protection, then wrinkles appear. If we don't get enough antioxidant protection, either from our own body's production, from dietary sources, or from other sources (including antioxidants we put on our skin), free-radical damage continues unrestrained, causing cells to break down and impairing or destroying their ability to function normally. Free-radical damage destroys collagen and other skin components. See free-radical damage.
Found In:Re-Lite Eye Gel, Hema Night Cream, Hyaluronic Moisture Lotion For Day, An-Tea Oxidant, Oxygen Plasma with Organic Sulfur, Oxygen Cream 3%, Vitamin K Recovery Cream
Apricot (Prunus armeniaca) kernel oil - Extracted from the kernels of apricots, it is used as an emollient and moisturizer. An emollient plant oil pressed from the seeds of apricots, and similar to other nonfragrant plant oils.
Found In:Gentle Makeup Removal Cream
See acetyl hexapeptide-3
Found In:Freeze Serum
An essential oil derived from German camomile (Matricaria chamomilla). It is an excellent anti-inflammatory, analgesic and detoxifier. Extremely calming and soothing to the skin.
Found In:Hema Night Cream
Distilled from the wood of the Camphor tree (Cinnamomum camphora). It is a natural antiseptic and analgesic that helps to calm the skin and reduce redness.
Found In:Complete Cleansing Lotion
Present in quantity in a variety of orange/ yellow fruits and vegetables, such as carrots, cantaloupe and papaya. Carotene has an orange color that oxidizes (fades) when exposed to sunlight. It is converted into vitamin A by the body and is used for its cellular renewal and healing abilities.
Found In: Spotlight Papaya Resurface Peel
An emollient (an agent that softens or soothes the skin), this plant extract has soothing and calming properties for tender skin. Herb that has research showing it to have anti-irritant, soothing, and antioxidant properties
Found In:Eye Makeup Removal Lotion, Refreshing Facial Tonic, Alcohol Free Toning Lotion for Oily Skin, Liposome Lotion, Liposome Environmental Cream, Hema Night Cream, Alpha Hydroxy Lotion, Liposome Environmental Eye Gel, Re-Lite Eye Gel
A natural extract derived from citrus fruits, it is a widely accepted organic acid used in the cosmetics and food industries as a preservative and a pH control agent. It has antioxidant properties and is used as a stabilizer.Derived from citrus and used primarily to adjust the pH of products to prevent them from being too alkaline.
Found In: Complete Cleansing Lotion
The protein that makes up the fibrous support system from which skin is made. New technology has produced Collagen from soy and wheat. A major component of skin that gives it structure. Sun damage causes collagen in skin to deteriorate. Collagen is derived from animal sources but plant derivatives that act like collagen (pseudo-collagen) are also used. In any form, collagen is a good water-binding agent. A protein fiber, which makes up 70% of the dermis, collagen gives skin its shape and support.
Found In: Elastin Collagen Cream, Eye Repair, Moisturizing Facial Masque
Along with collagen fibrils, these are the protein fibers that support the skin and give it elasticity. When these break down, the result is 'aging' of skin. Major component of skin that gives it flexibility. Sun damage causes elastin in skin to deteriorate. Elastin can be derived from both plant and animal sources and is used in cosmetics as a good water-binding agent.
Found In:Elastin Collagen Cream, Eye Repair
A vast group of protein molecules produced by all living things to affect chemical and biological reactions whether it is photosynthesis, helping cells communicate, or inhibiting free-radical damage. As they are used in skin-care products, enzymes facilitate exfoliation, to help overall biological processes in skin that have slowed down because of age or sun damage, and to inhibit free-radical damage. Enzymes accelerate chemical reactions in a cell that would proceed minimally or not at all if the enzymes weren't present.
Found In:Spotlight Papaya Resurface Peel
Component of horse chestnut. It is considered therapeutically useful in the treatment of leg veins by protecting the elastic tissue of the vein. See Horse chestnut extract
Found In: Re-Lite Eye Gel
It is now medically recognized that degenerative skin conditions, such as wrinkles and skin discolorations, are caused primarily by free-radical damage. The primary causes of free-radical damage are air and sunlight, but it can also be triggered by cigarette smoke, herbicides, pesticides, pollution, and solvents. Antioxidants are a way to reduce and potentially neutralize the rampage of free-radical damage.
Free-radical damage takes place on an atomic level. Molecules are made of atoms, and a single atom is made up of protons, neutrons, and electrons. Electrons are always found in pairs. However, when oxygen molecules are involved in a chemical reaction, they can lose one of their electrons. This oxygen molecule that now has only one electron is called a free radical. With only one electron the oxygen molecule must quickly find another electron, and it does this by taking the electron from another molecule. When that molecule in turn loses one of its electrons, it too must seek out another, in a continuing reaction. Molecules attempting to repair themselves in this way trigger a cascading event called "free-radical damage." The action of free-radical damage takes place in a fraction of a second. Antioxidants are substances that prevent oxidative damage from being triggered. See antioxidant.
A humectant (draws moisture from the air to moisturize the skin) that absorbs moisture from the air to keep skin moist. It is also used as an emollient (skin smoother and softener), lubricant (skin lubricator that helps prevents moisture loss), emulsifier (thickener) and diluting agent in cosmetics. Also called glycerol; it is present in all natural lipids (fats), whether animal or vegetable. For some time it was thought that too much glycerin in a moisturizer could pull water out of the skin instead of drawing it into the skin. That theory now seems to be completely unfounded. What appears to be true is that glycerin shores up the skin's natural protection by filling in the area known as the intercellular matrix and by attracting just the right amount of water to maintain the skin's homeostasis. There is also research indicating that the presence of glycerin in the intercellular layer helps other skin lipids do their jobs better.
Found In:Silky Body Toner, Vanishline, Save Face
Extracted from Grapefruit seeds and used in combination with Propylene Glycol and Glycerin as a preservative, bactericide and stabilizer. Grapefruit oil is an emollient oil that also has good antioxidant properties
Found In:clearlight
Made from raw, Green Papayas at the time when the Papain (proteolytic enzyme) content is at its highest. Once the fruit begins to ripen, its enzyme content decreases substantially. It is an excellent free-radical scavenger and cellular renewal ingredient. Papain has the ability to digest protein, and selectively digests only dead skin cells without harming the living ones and has gained itself the reputation as a "biological scalpel." Papain contains 212 amino acids and is also rich in malic acid, an alpha hydroxy acid.
Found In:Spotlight Papaya Resurface Peel
Significant amounts of research have established that tea, including black, green, and white tea, delivers many intriguing health benefits. Dozens of studies point to tea's potent antioxidant as well as anticarcinogenic properties. The Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology stated that the polyphenols "are the active ingredients in green tea and possess antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anticarcinogenic properties. Studies conducted by our group on human skin have demonstrated that green tea polyphenols (GTP) prevent ultraviolet (UV)-B…-induced immune suppression and skin cancer induction." Japanese Green Tea contains two active groups of chemicals known as xanthines (ingredients that suppress inflammation and irritation and reduce cellulite) and polyphenols or catechins (contain powerful antioxidant properties that are 20 times stronger the Vitamin E). See white tea leaf extract
Found In:Eye Repair, Re-Lite Eye Gel
Hibiscus sabdariffa flower extract. Research shows that extracted components of this plant have antioxidant, antitumor, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Found In: Save Face
Used as an emollient, humectant, and bacteriostat. Also used as a thickening agent, honey not only gives body to products, but also serves as a gentle cleanser.
Found In:Honey Almond Scrub, Liposome Environmental Cream
Has anti-inflammatory properties for skin. An herb used for its calming effect on the skin. See Escin
Found In:Re-Lite Eye Gel
The enzyme catalase exist in the skin, as well in other parts of the body. When hydrogen peroxide comes in contact with the skin, it always breaks down to oxygen and water. In the aqueous form, which is commonly used as an antiseptic, most of the oxygen escapes to the atmosphere. This is the 'bubbling' that is often seen on the surface of the skin. The oxygen emulsion, which is an oil-in-water emulsion of hydrogen peroxide breaks down to water and oxygen. But, the oil phase of the emulsion does not allow the oxygen to escape to the atmosphere. This creates a pressure and the skin becomes the path of least resistance. When hydrogen peroxide changes from a liquid to a gas(which happens instantaneously), it increase in volume 22.4 times. This increase in volume is what causes the pressure and penetration innto the skin. The oxygen becomes a gas only during this instantaneous reaction. When it penetrates the skin, it is dissolved in the extracellular water and in the capillary plasma. When the oxygen penetrates the skin it acts as a 'vehicle' and propels water and other ingredients with it when it penetrates the skin
Found In: Oxygen Cream 3%
Hyaluronic Acid is a carbohydrate, more specifically a mucopolysaccharide occurring naturally throughout the human body. It can be several thousands of sugars (carbohydrates) long. When not bound to other molecules, it binds to water giving it a stiff viscous quality similar to “Jello”. Its consistency and tissue-friendliness allows it to be used in skin-care products as an excellent moisturizer. Hyaluronic acid is one of the most hydrophilic (water-loving) molecules in nature and can be described as "nature’s moisturizer". Hyaluronic Acid, lately referred to as a “cyclic acid”, can hold 1000 times its own weight in water, great hydrator and also helps to draw in “active” ingredients deeper into the skin. Over time, either through the natural process of aging or through exposure to environmental factors such as pollutants and sunlight, the body's natural store of hyaluronic acid is degraded and destroyed. Also see Mucopolysaccharide
Found In:Facial Refining Tonic for Dry Skin, Hyaluronic Moisture Cream, Hyaluronic Moisture Lotion For Day, Cell Repair, Alpha Hydroxy Cream, Eye Repair, Vitamin K Recovery Cream, Re-Lite Eye Gel, Freeze Serum, Pure Hyaluronic Hydrator, Vanishline, Moisturizing Facial Masque, Gentle Eye Cream
(China Clay) Originally came from the Kaoling Hill in Kiangsi Providence in South East China. Kaolin is a white powder insoluble in water and very absorbent. The product is a natural earth-derived clay that absorbs liquids such as water and oils secreted from the skin. Clays are used to draw our impurities and toxins through absorption. Composed of silica, iron, magnesium, calcium, sodium, zinc and other minerals. Clays remove old sebum that is clogged in pores. They also remove environmental poisons left of the skin. White clay has electromagnetic qualities and attracts oils and particles left on the skin.. It is non-comedogenic, which means it will not clog your pores. Also known as China Clay, this fine, mineral-rich, powder helps draw oils from your pores while ridding the skin surface of dead cells and dirt.Bentonite and French Green Clay are used similarly.
Found In: Honey Almond Scrub, Clay Masque
Extract of the tropical kiwi fruit. Kiwifruit is high in vitamin C and a good source of fiber and potassium. Kiwifruit also contain a protein called Actinidin, which is an excellent source of magnesium, vitamin E, and a potent source of antioxidants and amino acids. Kiwifruit was also found to deliver more folic acid, copper, pantothenic acid, calcium, iron, vitamin B6, phosphorous and vitamin A than most other fruits.
Found In:Save Face
Kojic Acid is a gentle, natural skin lightener. Ingredient is a by-product in the fermentation process of malting rice for use in the manufacture of sake, the Japanese rice wine. There is definitely convincing research, both in vitro and in vivo, and also in animal studies, showing that kojic acid is effective for inhibiting melanin production Both glycolic acid and kojic acid, as well as glycolic acid with hydroquinone are highly effective in reducing the pigment in melasma.
Found In:Re-Lite Eye Gel
One of the alphahydroxy acids, this is a natural chemical exfoliant that also promotes accelerated skin cell production to reduce fine lines and wrinkles. An alpha hydroxy acid extracted from milk. It exfoliates cells on the surface of skin by breaking down the material that holds skin cells together. Helps to loosen "intercellular glue" holding dead skin cells onto surface of the skin. Reduces wrinkles and improves skin texture. See info on AHA’s
Found In:Hema Night Cream, Hyaluronic Moisture Lotion For Day
The most versatile of all essential oils. Because of the high percentage of linalool that it contains, lavender oil is excellent for promoting healing and for balancing the skin. It is an antiseptic, analgesic, antibiotic, antidepressant, bactericide, decongestant, and sedative. It helps to reduce scarring and also stimulates the growth of new cells.
Found In:Liposome Lotion, Liposome Environmental Cream, Alpha Hydroxy Lotion, Liposome Environmental Eye Gel
An artificial vesicle that is composed of one or more concentric phospholipid bilayers and is used especially to deliver microscopic substances to body cells. Used in skin care to deliver active ingredients deep into the skin.
Found In:Oxygen Plasma with Organic Sulfur,Liposome Lotion, Liposome Environmental Cream
Magnesium aluminum silicate is a powdery, dry-feeling, white solid that can be used as a thickening agent and powder in cosmetics. A naturally occurring mineral that is commonly used to emulsify, thicken, and color cosmetics.
Found In:Vanishline
Also known as glycosaminoglycans. This is a large class of ingredients that includes hyaluronic acid, which is found universally in skin tissue. These substances, in association with protein, bind water and other cellular elements so they remain intact, forming a matrix that holds skin cells together. This gelatinous material helps maintain a moist environment for collagen, elastin, and dermal cells and provides support for connective tissue and mucous membrane. Used as a humectant (A substance that promotes retention of moisture) and skin softener. Easily utilized by the skin and work with it instead of simply sitting on the skin surface. This gelatinous material helps maintain a moist environment for collagen, elastin, and dermal cells and provides support for connective tissue and mucous membrane. Also see Hyaluronic Acid
Found In:Facial Refining Tonic for Dry Skin, Hyaluronic Moisture Cream, Hyaluronic Moisture Lotion For Day, Cell Repair, Alpha Hydroxy Cream, Eye Repair, Vitamin K Recovery Cream, Re-Lite Eye Gel, Freeze Serum, Pure Hyaluronic Hydrator, Vanishline, Moisturizing Facial Masque, Gentle Eye Cream
Fruit extract used in skin care products to brighten the skin.
Found In:clearlight
Olive Oil is an emollient plant oil similar to all nonfragrant plant oils. High in Polyphenols (antioxidants), Olive Oil is also a great moisturizing agent.
Found In:clearlight
Oatmeal has anti-irritant and anti-inflammatory properties. Oatmeal is known for its soothing properties and provides gentle exfoliation.
Found In:Honey Almond Scrub
Octyl Methoxycinnamate is a non-PABA sunscreen, UVB blocker. Derived from cinnamon or cassia oil this ingredient is less irritating than PABA. Octyl Methoxycinnamate is made from the ester of 2 -ethylehexyl alcohol and methoxycinnamic acid. See para-aminobenzoic acid (PABA)
Found In: Save Face
Oxygen Plasma is a fabulously complex carbon molecule, which "mimics" the blood's ability to carry oxygen and biologically active substances into cells. Oxygen Plasma transports huge volumes of oxygen to tissues, activating tissue-breathing processes, and allowing for more effective penetration of other active compounds. Also has anti-irritant and anti-inflammatory actions and accelerates healing processes. The action of Oxygen Plasma increases the content of collagen and elastin in derma and, reduces the synthesis speed and, hence, the content of keratin in epidermis. The long-term action (30 days) of Oxygen Plasma on the skin has shown a pronounced stimulation of the metabolism of keratinocytes. It is manifested in the activation of the nuclei of these cells with appearance of active nucleoli inside while the ultra-structure of skin cells has not changed. Oxygen Plasma facilitates penetration of biologically active substances (vitamins, extracts, etc.) into the skin and increases their effectiveness. Oxygen Plasma has been shown to accelerate wound healing due to its ability to provide "aeration" to skin cells which accelerates the healing process.
Found In: Oxygen Plasma
Participates in the release of energy from carbohydrates, fats & protein, aids in the utilization of vitamins; improves the body's resistance to stress; helps in cell building & the development of the central nervous system; helps the adrenal glands, fights infections by building antibodies. Vitamin B5 is often touted as being effective for acne and there is research showing that it can be effective for hydration and wound healing. See Vitamin B
Found In:Oxygen Plasma with Organic Sulfur, Vitamin K Recovery Cream
See Green Papaya Concentrate / Papain & Enzymes
Found In:Spotlight Papaya Resurface Peel
Passion Flower extract (Passiflora incarnata) has a quieting and soothing effect as well as cleansing properties. Indians used it for swellings and sore eyes.
Found In:Save Face
Derived from sorbitol. It is a water-soluble yellowish liquid used as a dispersing agent and stabilizer, and it has a soothing effect on the skin.
Found In:Oxygen Cream 3%
Along with other glycols and glycerol, this is a humectant or humidifying and delivery ingredient used in cosmetics. There are Web sites and spam e-mails stating that propylene glycol is really industrial antifreeze and that it is the major ingredient in brake and hydraulic fluids. These sites also state that tests show it to be a strong skin irritant. They further point out that the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) on propylene glycol warns users to avoid skin contact because systemically (in the body) it can cause liver abnormalities and kidney damage. As ominous as this sounds, it is so far from the reality of cosmetic formulations that almost none of it holds any water or poses real concern. It is important to realize that the MSDS sheets are talking about 100% concentrations of a substance. Even water and salt have frightening comments regarding their safety according to the MSDS. In cosmetics propylene glycol is used in only the smallest amounts to keep products from melting in high heat or freezing when it is cold. It also helps active ingredients penetrate the skin. In the minute amounts used in cosmetics, it is not a concern in the least. Women are not suffering from liver problems because of propylene glycol in cosmetics. And finally, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, within the Public Health Services Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, "studies have not shown these chemicals [propylene or the other glycols as used in cosmetics] to be carcinogens." Clear, colorless liquids which are among the most common moisuture -carrying vehicles in skin care. Superb permeation through the skin and excellent humectant properties. Softens and moisturizes the skin. An aliphatic alcohol serving as an humectant in skin products and a solvent for preservatives, essential oils, flavors and fragrances.
Found In:Rescue Skin Peel
Extract of the Chilean soap bark tree. It contains a good amount of saponins, which have cleansing, antimicrobial, and water-binding properties for skin. Saponin’s are a group of natural carbohydrates found in plants that have considerable potential as pharmaceutical and/or nutraceutical agents in natural or synthetic form. Saponins, from a variety of sources, have been shown to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity.
Found In: Save Face
A naturally occurring compound of iron and oxygen found in a wide range of colors from black to yellow. Used as a natural colorant
Found In:Vanishline
Form of vitamin A. It is a combination of retinol (pure vitamin A) and palmitic acid. There is research showing it to be effective as an antioxidant and skin-cell regulator. Vitamin A is a primary antioxidant vitamin, free- radical scavenger and cellular renewal ingredient (healer). See Vitamin A
Found In:Liposome Lotion, Liposome Environmental Cream
An essential oil which is cleansing, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, moisturizing, softening, and rejuvenating.
Found In:Liposome Lotion, Liposome Environmental Cream, Liposome Environmental Eye Gel
Group of sea plants (scientific name algae) of all sizes and shapes, and having a gelatin-like consistency. Seaweeds have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Seaweed and kelp contain vital nutrients, trace elements, and amino acids. They can penetrate the skin more readily than many other ingredients
Found In:Liposome Environmental Eye Gel, Freeze Serum, Vanishline
A naturally occurring component of human skin that is believed to be in part responsible for its moisture-binding capacity. It is highly water absorbing and at high humidity dissolves in its own water. Builds skin moisture without adding oil. It softens, hydrates, and reduces the scaling and flaking common in dehydrated, oily complexions. Assists moisturizers and conditioners to maintain proper moisture levels. PCA stands for pyrrolidone carboxylic acid. It is a natural component of skin that is also a very good water-binding agent. Commonly referred to as the "natural moisturizing factor," it is found in all living cells. Its function is to help maintain the water balance in cells, which maintains the natural water balance or moisturization of the skin. The body's production of NaPCA decreases as we age.
Found In:Facial Refining Tonic for Dry Skin, Hyaluronic Moisture Cream, Hyaluronic Moisture Lotion For Day, Cell Repair, Silky Body Toner
Squalane is an extract from Olive Oil and is a saturated branched chain of hydrocarbon. The ingredient is a topical emollient that is spreadable and soothing to the skin. It is a natural component of skin and is considered a good emollient that has antioxidant and immune-stimulating properties. Another oily component of the skin that helps maintain the skin barrier and its suppleness.
Found In:Liposome Environmental Cream, Elastin Collagen Cream, Hyaluronic Moisture Cream, Alpha Hydroxy Cream, Eye Repair, clearlight, Pure Squalane
A group of vital enzyme antioxidants, superoxide dismutase stops free radical chain reactions, causing the destructive oxygen free radicals to be converted to less toxic molecules. Enzyme considered to be a potent antioxidant in humans. See antioxidant
Found In:Re-Lite Eye Gel, An-Tea Oxidant
Sulfur has a topically antiseptic action on the skin surface. Traditionally used for problem skins, sulfur works synergistically with other micro -exfoliant ingredients and is particularly suitable for skins prone to breakout and congestion. Sulfur accelerates peeling of the skin (micro-exfoliant) and has an antiseptic action on the skin surface when applied topically. It is particularly suitable for skin prone to breakout and congestion.
Found In:Drying Lotion, Oxyen Plasma with Organic Sulfur, clearlight
Non-volatile plant oil used as an emollient in cosmetics. Bland, pale yellow oil that contains large amounts of Vitamin E. Natural oil.
Found In:Clearlight, Elastin Collagen Cream
Almond oil serves as a skin softener as well as having antiseptic properties. It contains a complex array of vitamins and minerals.
Found In:Hyaluronic Moisture Cream
A gentle coconut-derived, sulfate-free cleanser
Found In:Purifying Facial Cleanser
Titanium Dioxide is a new inorganic natural material, which functions as a sunblock to both UVA and UVB rays. A non-chemical, common agent used in sunscreen a product that works by physically blocking the sun. It may be used alone or in combination with other agents. Inert earth mineral used as a thickening, whitening, lubricating, and sunscreen ingredient in cosmetics. It protects skin from UVA and UVB radiation and is considered to have no risk of skin irritation.
Found In: Alpha Hydroxy Lotion, Alpha Hydroxy Cream, Titanium Dioxide
(Beta Carotene) Helps maintain smooth, soft disease-free skin; improves skin elasticity, moisture content and suppleness; and helps reverse the signs of photo-aging. A lack of vitamin A can cause skin to become dry and hardened. An ingredient used for its regenerating properties. Improves elasticity, moisture content and suppleness while reversing the signs of photo - aging. Skin deficient in this nutrient appears rough, unevenly-thickened and dry. "The skin vitamin"; one of three vitamins able to be absorbed by the skin (vitamins E and D are the others). It is a potent antioxidant, making it an extremely effective free-radical scavenger. It is used widely for healing and as an anti-aging ingredient because of its ability to stimulate new cell production. Vitamin A derivatives (Retinoids: retinol, retinyl palmitate, retinyl linoleate, retinyl acetate) Vitamin A derivatives such as Retin-A can help prevent and reverse sun damage. They have exfoliating and skin strengthening properties. They are used clinically in the treatment of severe cystic acne, psoriasis, and other disorders of keratinization. See Retinyl Palmitate
Found In: Oxygen Plasma with Organic Sulfur, Oxygen Cream 3%, Vitamin K Recovery Cream, Save Face, Spotlight Papaya Resurface Peel
Eleven different vitamins known as B complex : thiamin (B1), riboflavin (B2), niacin (B3), folic acid, biotin, pantothenic acid or panthenol (B5), pyridoxine (B6), choline, inositol, PABA, and cyanocobalamin (B12). Antioxidants and body regulators that work better together than alone. See Pantothenic Acid
Found In:Oxygen Plasma with Organic Sulfur, Vitamin K Recovery Cream
The most popular antioxidant, Vitamin C is a required component in the production of collagen, the tissue responsible for skin suppleness. Moreover, Vitamin C has been shown to help slow the production of hyperpigmentation ("age spots") while providing some UV protection. It is required for the synthesis of collagen, the intercellular cement which holds tissues together. It is also one of the major antioxidant nutrients. Moreover, Vitamin C has been shown to help slow the production of hyperpigmentation ( age spots ) while providing some UV protection. An article in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (January 2000, pages 464–465) discussed the issue of vitamin C and concluded that “Vitamin C is a valuable antioxidant and protectant against photodamage that is created by sunlight in both the UVB and UVA bands…. Although oral supplementation may also be useful, topical preparations are able to deliver a higher dosage to the needed area. Topical vitamin C does not absorb or block harmful ultraviolet radiation like a sunscreen. Instead, it augments the skin’s ability to neutralize reactive oxygen singlets [free-radical damage] that are created by the ultraviolet radiation, thereby preventing photodamage to the skin. It becomes an integral part of the skin and remains unaffected by bathing, exercise, clothing, or makeup. Used appropriately, topical vitamin C is an important adjunct to the use of sunscreens, an adjunctive treatment to lessen erythema [redness] in skin resurfacing, a helpful adjunct or an alternative to Retin-A in the treatment of fine wrinkles, and a stimulant to wound healing."
Found In:Oxygen Plasma with Organic Sulfur, Vitamin K Recovery Cream, Re-Lite Eye Gel, Hi-Vitamin C
Vitamin D is one of three vitamins able to be absorbed by the skin and the only one that the body is able to manufacture (when exposed to ultraviolet light). This vitamin is necessary for the building of new skin cells, as well as bones, teeth, and hair. Soothes skin; has corrective qualities; an excellent skin nutrient.
Found In:Vitamin K Recovery Cream
A natural cellular renewal (healing) ingredient and antioxidant. In its pure form, the oil is too heavy for daily use on the face; however, it makes an excellent ingredient in moisturizers, eye treatment preparations and facial masks. Vitamin E is considered an antioxidant superstar. Vitamin E is a lipid-soluble vitamin (meaning it likes fat better than water) that has eight different forms, of which some are known for being excellent antioxidants when applied topically to skin, particularly alpha tocopherol and the tocotrienols. However, other studies have indicated the acetate form (tocopherol acetate) is also bioavailable and protective for skin. And still other research points to tocopherol sorbate as providing significant antioxidant protection against ultraviolet radiation–induced oxidative damage. Pointing to the significance of vitamin E for skin is an article in the Journal of Molecular Medicine “More than other tissues, the skin is exposed to numerous environmental chemical and physical agents such as ultraviolet light causing oxidative stress [free-radical damage]. In the skin this results in several short- and long-term adverse effects such as erythema [redness], edema [swelling], skin thickening, wrinkling, and an increased incidence of skin cancer…. Vitamin E is the major naturally occurring lipid-soluble … antioxidant protecting skin from the adverse effects of oxidative stress including photoaging [sun damage]. Many studies document that vitamin E occupies a central position as a highly efficient antioxidant, thereby providing possibilities to decrease the frequency and severity of pathological events in the skin. Vitamin E plays a crucial role in protecting skin cells and membranes from environmental damage. It also provides deep moisturization and calms inflammation. Vitamin E is a major anti-oxidant nutrient; retards cellular aging due to oxidation; supplies oxygen to the blood which is then carried to the heart and other organs; thus alleviating fatigue; aids in bringing nourishment to cells; strengthens the capillary walls prevents the red blood cells from destructive poisons; prevents dissolves blood clots; has also been used by doctors in helping prevent sterility, muscular dystrophy, calcium deposits in blood walls and heart conditions.
Found In:Liposome Lotion, Liposome Environmental Cream, Eye Repair, Oxygen Plasma with Organic Sulfur, Oxygen Cream 3%, Vitamin K Recovery Cream, Save Face, Skin Refuge
Vitamin K occurs primarily in plants and is also synthesized by intestinal bacteria in the small intestine. It is fat-soluble and is sensitive to light, oxygen, strong acids, and alcoholic alkalis.
Found In:Oxygen Plasma with Organic Sulfur, Vitamin K Recovery Cream, Re-Lite Eye Gel
Ginger is an effective as an antioxidant and antimicrobial.
Found In: Save Face
The minimally processed buds and leaves of green tea. There is research showing white and green teas to have the highest concentration of antioxidant properties (via their polyphenol and flavonoid content) of all teas, and several in vitro and animal studies have shown green tea and white tea to have anticancer and antimutagenic properties. It appears that white and green tea share similar amounts of the polyphenol Epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG), which is tea’s main antioxidant. The conclusion drawn is that white and green tea have nearly identical antioxidant activity. See Green Tea
Found In:Re-Lite Eye Gel
Witch hazel / hamamelis extract is a natural skin toner and soothing agent. Can have potent antioxidant and some anti-irritant properties.
Found In:Refreshing Facial Tonic, Alcohol Free Toning Lotion for Oily Skin, Clay Masque
An oxide of zinc, an astringent (something that removes oil from the skin). Used to protect, soothe and heal the skin. Also provides good sun protection. Inert earth mineral used as a thickening, whitening, lubricating, and sunscreen ingredient in cosmetics. Along with titanium dioxide, zinc oxide is considered to have no risk of skin irritation. It can also be an anti-irritant and potentially an antioxidant. Widely used in powders and creams to help cosmetics adhere to the skin. A natural, physical sun-blocking ingredient. A compound of zinc and oxygen, zinc oxide is a mild antiseptic agent. When added to sunscreens, it physically prevents UV light from reaching the skin.
Found In:Drying Lotion
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