GLOSSARY OF PRINCIPLES

ASSETS

A
BIRCH - ext. Glycolic: It is used as a factor
natural hydration, reduces irritation and strengthens the
skin barrier. It is a growth factor of
fibroblasts, promoting skin regeneration and
stimulating collagen formation. The uses in
birch sap cosmetics due to its principles
assets are:

Moisturizing and anti-aging

Its purifying action helps to combat the
acne problems.
Its astringent properties make it
a highly recommended product for fighting
against skin spots and imperfections.
Tones, softens, and reaffirms.
It is a great antiseptic.

AZELAIC ACID: It is a component of certain grains.

like wheat, rye, barley, etc. and it is also found
on the surface of the skin. It is effective for the treatment
of acne due to having specific bacteriostatic properties
against P.Acneis. It also has properties
bleaching agents and is useful in depigmenting treatments.
Ideal for sensitive and inflamed skin, such as skin with
rosacea since it soothes the skin.
CITRIC ACID: It is an alpha-hydroxy acid derived from the
citrus. It has astringent, antioxidant properties and
slightly exfoliating, removing the outer layers
superficial layers of the skin. It is also used to regulate pH
of cosmetic products. With a strong whitening action,
thermal and hydrating regenerator. Gives luminosity to the skin.

PHYTIC ACID: Derived from inositol hexaphosphate,

is extracted from cereal seeds (oats, rice, etc.) and
nuts. Its main property is that it is very
antioxidant, free radical scavenger and protector against
in UV light. It can also be used as a depigmenting agent.
It can be found under the name ferulic acid.

GLYCOLIC ACID 70%: It is an alpha-hydroxy acid that

promotes the exfoliation of the superficial stratum corneum.
Promotes skin renewal by activating the
cellular metabolisms. It is irritating so it is used for a
Low pH. It is obtained through chemical synthesis.

FRUIT GLYCOLIC ACID: It is obtained from cane.

sugar. In general, it is used to reduce the thickness of
horny extract of the skin, improves wrinkles as well
also the atrophic scars of acne. It is also a
excellent exfoliator as it is used to combat the
acne in addition to improving the signs of aging and
photo-aging. Allows other components to penetrate
with greater ease. Accompanies treatments of
depigmentation and assistance in collagen formation due to
it improves the firmness of the skin.
HYALURONIC ACID: Its cosmetic use is based on its
moisturizing effect since it significantly increases the
water retention, so it has the effect of filling up
wrinkles making them look more softened. It is part of
natural skin. Hydrating properties, anti-
aging, skin regenerator and contributes to the
elimination of free radicals. It is used as a material for
filler in aesthetic medicine.

KOJIC ACID: Byproduct of fermentation of

rice. Produced by species of fungi such as the species
Japanese woman named Koji and she is currently one of the assets.
more effective and used to treat problems of
pigmentation as it inhibits the formation of melanin.
It has the advantage of being non-photosensitive, so it does not
it stains the skin if exposed to the sun. It also has effects
antimicrobials and antibiotics.

LACTIC ACID: It is an alpha-hydroxy acid that is obtained

from milk and other foods that are obtained by
fermentation. It is very effective and the least irritating of the
acids from the AHA range, so it will be effective for
sensitive skin. Its application enhances the capacity of
water retention of the stratum corneum and consequently its
flexibility and turgor. In the skin, it is a factor of
natural moisturizing of the skin. It has keratolytic action, and
it improves the production of collagen and elastin. It can be
combine with depigmenting agents to eliminate spots
solar. It is highly effective on dry skin as it increases
the ceramides contained in the skin, improving the barrier
lipidic. Cosmetic action:

Hydration
Skin rejuvenation, exfoliating and regenerating action
of dead cells.
 Antimicrobial agent.
pH regulator.
Skin purifier and cleaning of clogged pores.

MALIC ACID: Comes from fruit such as apples

green and the wine. Its main property is being exfoliating and
antiseptic. Belongs to the AHA family. Improves the
softness, gives brightness and firmness to the skin. It is soft because of
what is recommended for sensitive skin. It is usually
accompanied by other acids such as glycolic or lactic
for its better effectiveness. It can be combined with vitamin
C for melasma.

MANDELIC ACID: It is part of the family of

AHA (alpha-hydroxybenzoic acid). Partially soluble
in water and completely soluble in alcohol that darkens
by exposure to light. It is obtained from almonds.
bitter. It performs a chemical peeling action (effect
exfoliant) that does not cause irritation or redness due to
what is ideal for sensitive skin. It belongs to the family
of the AHAs. Of great antiseptic and antimicrobial capacity
making it ideal for acne-prone skin. It is not
photosensitizing so it can be applied in any
time of year. Develop repair actions and
activation of aged skin and it is also
depigmenting. Helpful for photo-aged skin, with
dyschromias or spots, in inflammatory pustular acne, skin
with damage from environmental pollution. Produces mild
desquamations.

SALICYLIC ACID: It is found in birch, in the

willow bark. It is a beta-hydroxy acid. It is appropriate
for resilient male skin, oily skin and
acne-prone. It has anti-inflammatory and anesthetic action.
gentle, so it is not as irritating as the alphas. Being
Liposoluble penetrates the comedones better than others
acids fluidizing their content and allowing for better
extraction. It is used for gentle exfoliation of the skin, for
cell renewal minimizes the appearance of pores and
smooths the texture of the skin.

THERMAL WATER: They are rich in minerals and

trace elements. They hydrate, refresh, and decongest the
skin. Protects the skin from free radicals.

ALANTOINA: Botanical extract with healing properties

and softeners. It allows for a reduction in healing time
cutaneous and thus promote its regeneration as it accelerates the
natural process of the skin. It is considered an excellent
anti-irritant. Stimulates the granular layer of the epidermis,
zone where new cells are generated. It is ideal for skin
sensitive, irritated, and acne-prone. It is hypoallergenic.

CAMPHOR: It is obtained from a perennial tree from the East,

although its synthetic substitute is very common. It has
anesthetic, anti-inflammatory, astringent properties,
antiseptic, refreshing, and stimulating of the system
circulatory.

ALGAS ext-glycolic: Nutrient-rich extract,

trace elements and amino acids. It accelerates the elimination of
toxins from the cells and promotes their renewal. Helps to
nourish and remineralize the skin. The most commonly used in
cosmetics are:

Brown Algae: used as an emollient, reaffirming,

slimming and reducing. It is used for products
anti-cellulite because it is rich in iodine, an element that
it intervenes in the regulation of lipids. Within the
the family of brown algae includes fucus
vesiculosus has through its components
emollient, protective, and tonic properties
providing balance and protection to sensitive skin
and dry. It is also used as a weight loss aid and
anti-cellulite. Fucus serratus is used in
moisturizing and anti-cellulite treatments. The
Durvillaea antarctica is used as a tonic,
 moisturizing and reaffirming. Ascophyllum nodosum
contains a high degree of vitamin C, which is used
as a moisturizer and anti-free radicals. It is also
antibacterial. Undaria pinnatifida is used for its
great amino acid content as a revitalizer.
Enteromorpha compressa activates circulation and
cellular oxygenation reducing cellulite. It also
use for the bags under the eyes and has properties
calmantes. Hymanthalia elongata is used as
moisturizing.
Red algae: Chondrus crispus used in products
moisturizers and protectors, it is also anti-inflammatory
and emollient. Asparagopsis armata is used as
moisturizing and regenerating, for sensitive skin and
children's cosmetics, such as products for after
shaving or hair removal for its properties
soothing. Palmaria palmata is moisturizing,
anti-cellulite and is also used for heavy legs
for its vasoconstrictor properties. Corallina
officinalisse is used for tired legs and for the
cuperosis (redness of the skin caused by the dilation of the
capillaries that supply the dermis in branching or
little spiders
Green algae: Lettuce grape has properties
anti-inflammatory, moisturizing, and relaxing.
Blue-green algae: Spirulina maxima/platensis
it is used as a moisturizer and in products
anti-aging. Dunaliella salina is used as
moisturizing and antioxidant. Chlorella vulgaris is used.
as a nutrient. It is treated as an antioxidant.

Algisium C: Derivative of silicon. It has an action

bioactive moisturizer, as its structure stabilizes the
water free from the epidermis and fixes it to the tissues. It slows down the
damage caused by free radicals increases the
protection to the cell membranes and prevents the
glicación (permanent modification of fibers) of the fibers
dermal. The result is an efficient protection over the
connective tissue that results in smoother and firmer skin.

Almonds – oil: Emollient that provides a

silky feeling on the skin. It is used to extract the
waterproof makeup. You address skin issues.
such as dryness, eczema, and acne. In addition to moisturizing,
increases blood flow to the dermis. It prevents the
premature aging. Ideal for sensitive skin.

ALOE VERA – ext. Glycolic: Moisturizing properties,

softeners, healing agents, antimicrobial and
anti-inflammatory. Especially beneficial for skin
sensitive. It stimulates the production of new cells and
reduces the size of open pores. Excellent filter
sun and removes spots caused by the sun, using it
for a long period.

GROUND APRICOT: Apricot pits that once

ground substances are added to cosmetic products to promote
a superficial mechanical exfoliation.

WATER SHUTTLE: Balanced composition of

minerals, sorbitol, glycerin, and sugars designed for
maintain the skin's water balance. These active ingredients
moisturizing cosmetics are encapsulated, in such a way that
can be released in a controlled manner through
nanodiffusion in the skin. Carried in a
microdispersion, they spread in monolayers on the skin
ensuring the penetration of the assets, not only in the layer
cornea, but also to lower levels.

CLAY: Absorbs oils, dirt, and toxins in

contact with the skin and stimulates microcirculation
peripheral. It brings all the richness of the minerals and
oligoelements of volcanic soils in a fine texture
easily hydrating that decongests, calms, and softens.
Form an occlusive mask that enhances penetration of
other active ingredients.
ARNICA - Glycolic ext: With properties
antiseptic, circulation stimulating, and regenerative.
It is believed to promote the removal of waste from the skin,
it collaborates in tissue regeneration and is hypoallergenic.
Very effective on irritated, damaged, or tense skin. It is
moisturizing, anti-aging, and nourishing.

OAT - ext. Glycolic: Plant extract with

antiseptic, whitening, and decongestant properties.
Combats skin irritation by reducing the
redness and itching, both of allergic origin and
from another cause. It normalizes the skin pH at 5.5 and protects the
cell membrane due to its anti-inflammatory action. It prevents the
dehydration and maintains a protective barrier against
external aggressions.

SOLUBLE SULFUR: Colloidal form of elemental sulfur,

very effective at low concentration as a regulator of
functioning of the sebaceous glands and normalizer
of the skin function. Provides a behavior
keratoplastic, antiseborrheic, antipruritic
, antifungal and evens out skin pigmentation. Ideal
for acne-prone skin.

B
BAMBOO – ext. Glycolic: Contains 70% silica which is
collagen formation stimulant and remineralizing
thus repairs connective tissue. With high concentration
of flavonoids and vitamin E, antioxidant. Soothes, hydrates
and elasticity.
BENZOPHENONE 3: Also known as oxybenzone.
Fat-soluble sunscreen with the ability to absorb
both UVA and UVB.

BOSWELLIA SERRATA: Fundamental in the processes

inflammatory. It reduces redness, heat, swelling and
itch. It has a soothing and pleasant effect on the skin
congestive and sensitive. Reduces the irritating effects of
extreme chemicals and pH used in certain treatments
cosmetics.

C
It has emollient properties,
moisturizers and softeners. Their content in polyphenols
antioxidants, helps the skin protect itself from factors
environmental.

PINK CALAMINE: Mixture made of zinc oxide

and ferric oxide. With refreshing properties,
antipruritic and soothing, it is very useful for irritated skin
or sunburned. It can be used as a soothing agent in
skins subjected to peeling, as well as in acne-prone skins
seborrheic.

CALENDULA - Glycolic ext.: Emollient extract,

healing, decongestant, anti-itch and
anti-inflammatory. It is ideal for dry skin when it is
scaled and cracked as it hydrates. Very used in
sensitive skin, in acne as it disinfects and reduces inflammation
the injuries in addition to scarring them.

CANOLA - oil: Rich in omega-3 fatty acids and

Esters are a skin softener, they are emollient and relieve.
irritation. Eliminates spots, expression lines, wrinkles
and acne.
CAOLIN: AlsoI am known as Chinese clay. Powder
white and smooth with great covering and
adsorption. Used like all clays as masks,
exert a gentle exfoliating action on the skin that
eliminate dead cells. They absorb excess sebum
cleaning the epidermis of toxins leaving the skin smooth,
smooth and radiant.

CHITOSAN: Marine biopolymer obtained from the shell

of crustaceans like shrimp and crabs. It forms a film
about the surface of the skin that retains water and provides a
tensor effect. It also acts by linking other assets that are placed.
about the skin, what increases its bioactivity and efficacy. It is also known as
known as chitosan.

CITOPEPSINS: Of plant origin, cytokinins are messengers

chemicals that naturally stimulate cellular capacity
to renew and/or reconstruct oneself. It is a new concept in smart cosmetics.
They bind to specific receptors on the cell membrane triggering
a cascade of beneficial responses for the skin. Achieving a greater
visible aesthetic result and without invasive methods.

BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE: Usually used as

preservative of different formulations. It is a very effective antiseptic.

COCO - milk: Due to its richness in lauric acid, it has properties

moisturizers, and with a high mineral content, it is used to achieve and
maintain water balance. Provides vitamins A, E, and B group in high
nutritional and cellular regenerative power.

COENZYME Q10 - nanospheres: It is known as ubiquinone or

vitamin 10. It is a powerful antioxidant that prevents oxidation of the
skin lipids protecting against free radicals and UV radiation.
Avoid the degradation of collagen, the formation and depth of the
wrinkles. Encapsulated in nanospheres that ensure stability of the
active ingredient and that it is gradually released into the skin,
achieving more notable and prolonged effects.
HORSE TAIL: Glycolic Ext., with a high degree of silicon.
organic. It is stimulating, healing, and soothing. It increases the
defense mechanisms of the skin, regulates the skin due to its high content of
minerals, and silicon reinforces the connective tissue, giving it
firmness and elasticity to the skin.

COLLAGEN: The collagen molecule has great potential of

hydration and the ability to retain several times its weight in water. It is a
film former, meaning it is deposited on the stratum corneum reducing the
trans epidermal water loss and increasing skin turgor. It
obtained from animal tissue and does not cause reactions. The purer the
collagen, better quality. It can be delivered in nanospheres providing
greater stability and a controlled release mechanism.

D
TITANIUM DIOXIDE: Used as a sunscreen
against UVA and UVB rays. Refreshes congested skin.
DIVATONYL: It is extracted from a shrub originating from the
desert of the southern USA, Mexico, and Australia. Its function
its main function is to regulate the cellular growth of the skin.
Reduce the shine caused by excess sebum. Redefine and
smooths the skin grain. Ideal for pore treatments
dilated.

E
ELASTIN: Surface protective agent, relieves the
effects of dry skin, improves flexibility, improves and
increases the firmness and elasticity of the skin. It can be
vehiculized by nanospheres.
LANOLIN STEROLS: Emollient with properties
softeners, emulsifiers and emollients. With high
moisture absorption capacity would form a network
about the skin resembling a film. It is obtained from wool
sheep.

F
NATURAL MOISTURIZING FACTOR: Known
as NMF, an acronym for natural moisturizing factor, is a
imitation of the fluid found in the stratum corneum and
is composed of highly hygroscopic substances that
they regulate the moisture content in this epidermal layer
and its selective permeability.

MUD: It brings all the richness of the minerals and

Trace elements from volcanic soils. Decongests,
calms and soothes. Forms an occlusive mask that improves the
penetration of other active ingredients. Tones, reaffirms,
improves circulation, antioxidant, smooths out lines of
expression.

FITONADIONE: Plant-based vitamin K, it is a

excellent ally for treating dyschromias. It is also used
to fade skin bruises.

FURFURIL ADENINE: Plant-origin cytokinin,

high antioxidant power, reduces the signs of
aging, reverses photodamage, reduces the surface of
the capillaries, and reveals youthful and radiant skin.

G
Wheat germ oil: Due to its high content of
Vitamin E is an excellent antioxidant and free radical scavenger.
free. It is emollient and emulsifying, attracting water by acting
as a moisturizer. Ideal for treating burns
caused by the sun, skin eruptions and improves the
appearance of dry skin.

WHEAT GERM OIL – ext, glycolic: With vitamin E,

strengthens the skin barrier against water loss
transdermal, it also protects the connective tissue and is
decongestant.

GINSENG-ext. Glycolic: It is oxygenating,

rejuvenating and stimulating for the skin.

GREEN TEA – ext. Glycolic: Of high power

antioxidant, it also has bacteriostatic activity and
hypoallergenic. It can treat rosacea, acne,
premature aging.

GUARANA - ext. Glycolic: Extract of seed that is

originating from Brazil. It is astringent, tonic, stimulating and
vasodilator.

H
WITCH HAZEL - Glycolic ext.: It has properties
free radicals, healing, soothing and
antipruritic. Ideal for acne.

HYDRAPORINE: It is the combination of ingredients

natural substances that regulate skin hydration. With
hydroporins the cells recover their state of hydration
ideal.
HYDROVANCE: Derived from urea, it is an agent of
deep moisture due to its high ability to retain
humidity.

J
JOJOBA - oil: Natural replenisher of the oiliness of the
skin, prevents water loss. Provides the skin with smoothness,
softness and lubrication.

L
SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE: It works as
surfactant, dispersant, emulsifier.

LAVENDER: Regenerator of skin cells, also

it can be used in treatments against acne, in
dehydrated and damaged skin, as well as in
sensitive skin. With anti-inflammatory effect, it is used for
treat burns, inflammations, psoriasis, and wounds.

SOY LECITHIN: Helps maintain elasticity

the skin and promotes its hydration. Great antioxidant, helps to
to combat acne, psoriasis, etc.

LIFTESSENCE: Fern native to New Zealand,

provokes a lifting effect. Forms an elastic, continuous film and
resistant that tightens the skin and matches its micro-relief.

LEMON: Astringent, tonic, antiseptic. Contains acid

citrus, vitamins B and C. It is also depigmenting.

It is used as an emollient, anti-inflammatory agent and

healing. Regulates sebum production, softens the skin,
It has a high vitamin E content. It repairs and protects the skin.
of premature aging.

M
MACADAMIA: Returns lipids to the skin that
deplete with skin aging. It has a high
emollient power