ACETOBACTER/BACILLUS/LACTOBACILLUS/SACCHAROMYCES/STREPTOCOCCUS/FRUIT/LEAF/IMPERATA CYLINDRICA ROOT/SEED/BROCCOLI/ERIOCEPHALUS PUNCTULATUS/MISTLETOE/ACRYLATES C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATES CROSSPOLYMER/ALPHA-GLUCAN/BETAINE/BUTYLENE GLYCOL/EPIGALLOCATECHIN GALLATY

Ingredient type:EMULSIFIANT

✨ Role: Acetobacter/Bacillus/Lactobacillus/Saccharomyces/Streptococcus/Fruit/Leaf/Imperata Cylindrica Root/Seed/Broccoli/Eriocephalus Punctulatus/Mistletoe/Ferment is used to improve skin hydration, firmness and softness. It helps strengthen the skin barrier and promotes a more even complexion.

Ingredient type: Water-soluble

Safety: Yes, generally considered safe for the skin.

✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is generally of plant origin and therefore compatible with a vegan lifestyle.

✨ Worth knowing: Being a natural ferment, it's well tolerated by most skin types, but very sensitive skin should be tested beforehand to avoid any allergic reactions.

Present in: Mainly used in serums, moisturizers and anti-aging skin care products.

ACRYLATES C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER

✨ Role: This ingredient is mainly used as a thickener, stabilizer and to improve the texture of cosmetic formulations, making products more pleasant to apply.

Ingredient type: Emulsifier

‍⚕️ Safety: Yes, recognized as safe for cosmetic use.

✨ Vegan: Yes, it's synthetic and not derived from animal sources.

✨ Please note: Can rarely cause skin irritation, especially in people with very sensitive skin. A patch test is recommended if your skin is reactive.

Present in: Used in gels, moisturizers and suncare products to improve consistency.

ALPHA-GLUCAN

✨ Role: Alpha-glucan is used for its moisturizing properties and as a prebiotic to support the skin's natural microflora, promoting a healthy skin barrier.

Ingredient type: Water-soluble

‍⚕️ Safety: Yes, considered safe and non-irritant.

✨ Vegan: Yes, usually of vegetable or yeast-derived origin.

✨ Good to know: Beneficial for all skin types, especially sensitive skin thanks to its soothing properties.

Present in: Common in moisturizers, serums and masks for its protective and moisturizing properties.

BETAINE

✨ Role: Betaine is known for its moisturizing and soothing properties, helping to prevent irritation while restoring skin's natural moisture.

Ingredient type: Water-soluble

‍⚕️ Safety: Yes, generally considered non-irritant and safe.

✨ Vegan: Yes, often derived from sugar beet.

✨ Worth knowing: It offers extreme benefits in cold or dry climates, where it acts as an effective moisturizer.

Present in: Mainly found in moisturizers, hair conditioners and cleansers.

BUTYLENE GLYCOL

✨ Role: Butylene glycol is used as a moisturizing agent and solvent. It helps improve the penetration of other active ingredients into the skin.

Ingredient type: Water-soluble

‍⚕️ Safety: Considered safe for most users although it can be irritating to extremely sensitive skin.

✨ Vegan: Yes, it is generally synthetic and not derived from animal sources.

✨ Good to know: Well tolerated, but use with caution if skin is prone to irritation.

Present in: Used in a wide range of skincare products, including serums, creams and make-up lotions.

EPIGALLOCATECHIN GALLATE (EGCG)

✨ Role: EGCG, extracted primarily from green tea, is a powerful antioxidant that helps protect skin from environmental damage, reduces the appearance of wrinkles and improves overall skin clarity.

Ingredient type: Antioxidant

‍⚕️ Safety: Yes, generally considered safe and beneficial for the skin.

✨ Vegan: Yes, derived mainly from plant sources such as green tea.

✨ Worth knowing: Particularly useful for mature or sun-damaged skin, but generally well tolerated by all skin types.

Present in: Mainly used in anti-aging serums, day creams and products for sun-damaged skin.

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