Refill Collagen Boosting Serum

WATER

Extraction:  water is an element present in most cosmetic products and is the most important raw material. In the cosmetics industry, purified water is used in a process to eliminate any solid particle that may contain water in order to achieve a higher degree of purity and quality.

Benefits: water helps to cleanse the body. Hydrates and improves the effect of other active ingredients, provides softness and delays premature aging of the skin.

VEGETABLE GLYCERIN

Extraction: it is harvested from plants (soy or coconut oil for example) by hydrolysis of fats and by fermenting sugars. Glycerol is found naturally in skin and is considered a self-healing compound.

Benefits: it is one of the many substances in the skin that helps maintain the outer barrier and prevents dryness and peeling. It leaves skin feeling nourished and works to treat acne. It also prevents the accumulation of fat and improves the appearance of hair. Vegetable glycerin can be used as a diluent and as an alcohol substitute when preparing herbal extracts.

CHICORY

Extraction: Chicory or endive is a herbaceous plant of the asteraceous family, originally from Africa, Asia and Europe. It is used in gastronomy, infusions, salads. Since the Middle Ages it has been used in medicine to treat diseases of the digestive system and liver.

Benefits: the oligosaccharides obtained from chicory root act by forming a film on the surface of the skin, smoothing it out and eliminating expression lines, with a lifting effect. While they rejuvenate the skin, they also give it radiance.

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.

HEMISQUALANE

Extraction: it's obtained from sugar cane, a minority fraction rich in hemisqualane is extracted from the fermentation process of sugar for food use. It is an alternative to petrochemical hydrocarbons and also has better sensory characteristics. 

Benefits: improves spreadability, application and sensoriality of products without clogging the skin.

HYDROLYSED COLLAGEN

Obtention: Biotechnological process, from a collagen DNA sequence, copies of the human collagen protein are synthesised. Subsequently, this collagen is hydrolysed in order to have a final product with a smaller molecular weight. Which allows the active ingredient to better penetrate the dermis. 

Benefits: Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body, whose main function is to create and maintain the structures that generate firmness to the skin. The active ingredient Hydrolysed Collagen has a DNA sequence identical to that of the human COL1A2 gene.

AMINOBUTRYC ACID

Extraction: highly-pure gamma-aminobutyric acid is obtained by microbiological fermentation, using ECOCERT certified technologies.

Benefits: this non-protein amino acid participates in many regulatory processes of the organism of plants and animals. When it decrease due to age or psychological pressure, it generates a tendency to negative emotions, which translates in loss of elasticity of skin. By externally providing aminobutyric acid, a relaxing effect is produced on muscles responsible of producing expression lines. As a result, it gives smooth skin and regulates natural processes that allow the reparation of skin damaged by environmental factors, as well as the synthesis of hyaluronic acid and collagen.

PULLULAN

Extraction: natural polysaccharide produced by the fungus Aureobasidium.

Benefit: it is used in cosmetics for its powerful firming and anti-wrinkle properties. Produces a filmogenic effect, softening skin and hair.

HYDROLYSED JOJOBA ESTERS

Obtention: This ingredient is obtained from jojoba. It is obtained naturally and sustainably from the seed oil of this plant.

Benefits: In addition to moisturising and softening, it is a multifunctional ingredient that provides a pleasant and soft touch when applied to the skin.

GOTU KOLA

Extraction: medicinal plant, also known as Gotu kokla or tiger grass, which is popularly used for the treatment of surgical injuries. It has excellent properties for skin.

Benefits: supports healing thanks to its content in triterpene derivatives that stimulate the formation of fibroblasts. This is why it is used to treat wounds and to reduce the appearance of recent scars. It is also an excellent antioxidant, making it able to prevent the signs of premature aging, firm skin and improve its overall appearance. It also provides skin with a beneficial dose of collagen. Especially beneficial for dry and sensitive skin due to its strong moisturizing action.

BLACK ACACIA SEED EXTRACT

Obtained: The extract is obtained from the seed of the Black Acacia tree, also known as Gleditsia Triacanthos.

Benefits: Extract rich in polysaccharides. Polysaccharides are widely used in cosmetic products for their immediate firming and smoothing action. Acts as a biomimetic filmogen, forming a flexible, non-occlusive film on the skin. It acts as a protective barrier, and increases skin smoothness. Instantly minimises the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and bags under the eyes. Smoothes the skin.

TARA EXTRACT

Sourcing: extract from the pod of Caesalpina Spinosa, a tree native to Peru.

Benefits: a rich source of bioactive compounds (flavonoids, polyphenols and tannins) known as chemoprotectants, with powerful antioxidant, firming and anti-ageing activity. Protects against free radical damage caused by exposure to UV light, reducing the risk of premature ageing.

CAESALPINA SPINOSA GUM

Extraction: 100% vegetable material derived from the endosperm of the Caesalpinia spinosa plant, native to Peru.

Benefits: works as a thickening agent, emulsion stabilizer and texturizer in cosmetic products.

ELKHORN SEA MOSS

Obtained: Active ingredient obtained from the red algae genus Kappaphycus.

Benefits: Extract rich in polysaccharides. Polysaccharides are widely used in cosmetic products for their immediate firming and smoothing action. It acts as a biomimetic filmogen, forming a flexible, non-occlusive film on the skin. It acts as a protective barrier, and increases skin smoothness. Instantly minimises the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and bags under the eyes. Smoothes the skin.

SOY

Obtainment: Soy is an herbaceous plant of the legume family whose seeds have a great nutritional value. Its extract is very appreciated in cosmetics for its properties.

Benefits: It has moisturising, regenerating, protective and softening properties. Soy is also rich in proteins and other essential nutrients, such as potassium or zinc. It is a powerful antioxidant agent for its content in isoflavones.

SILICA

Extraction: silicon dioxide (SiO₂), commonly known as silica, is a main component of sand. It is a mineral obtained via the purification of quartz.

Benefits: works in cosmetics products as a thickening agent with an amorphous structure. It is also used as an anti-agglomerate or absorbent.

LEVULINIC ACID

Extraction: Levulinic Acid is a 100% natural preservative obtained from the degradation of cellulose.

Benefits: it is a mild preservative that control colonies of microorganisms without altering the integrity, colour or pH of the other ingredients included in the product. It has very good antibacterial properties.

ARGININE

Extraction: arginine is an amino acid obtained by biofermentation. It is one of the main components of hair keratin. Acts as a source of nitrogen for proper cell function, generating a vasodilator effect that improves blood circulation.

Benefits: used in many formulas as a natural stabiliser, much safer than conventional alkaline agents, it is known for its effectiveness in fighting hair loss. It is biodegradable.

NATURAL PERFUME COLLAGEN FLASH BOMB

A natural fruity perfume with green and watery notes, a heart of pear and melon and a sweet vanilla base.

PROPANEDIOL

Extraction: 100% natural ingredient obtained from sugarcane and approved by Ecocert. It is biodegradable, making it the perfect natural alternative to petroleum glycols.

Benefits: it is used in cosmetics as a moisturizing agent, solvent and emollient. Its sensory properties help reduce skin irritations. They also control viscosity.

SCLEROTIUM GUM

Extraction: it is a polysaccharide composed of glucose monomers which are produced by the filamentous bacterium Sclerotium rolfssii via fermentation processes.

Benefit: it is a very versatile ingredient that improves the texture of cosmetic products. It is used as a thickening agent and has a gel texture. It also acts as a natural moisturizer and works to soften skin.

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.

P-ANISIC ACID

Obtainment: This ingredient is found naturally in the anise, an herb of the Apiaceae family native to South-West Asia and the eastern Mediterranean basin, and therefore, it is 100% plant-based.

Benefits: It is an innovative natural preservative, acts as a flavouring agent, preservative and and masks unpleasant odours.

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.

SUCCINOGLYCAN

Extraction: It is an acidic heteropolysaccharide soluble in water, and it is produced mainly by a large number of soil microbes, such as: Agrobacterium, Rhizobium and Pseudomonas.

Benefits: It offers good suspension properties, stabilising emulsion particles and preventing sedimentation. In addition, it adapts to all kinds of pH environments.

VEGAN 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.

GLUCONOLACTONE

Extraction: gluconic acid ester obtained via bio-fermentation.

Benefits: a composed of multiple hydroxyl groups that attract water, leading to increased skin hydration.  In other words, it acts as a humectant.

XANTHAN GUM

Extraction: natural polysaccharide of high natural weight 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. 1% of xanthan gum is used for cosmetic formulations.

SOYBEAN OIL

Extraction: it is obtained directly from the seeds of soybeans, a legume rich in proteins with great energetic and nutritional value. This oil high in vitamins (A, B6, B12 and K), calcium, magnesium and potassium.

Benefits: it is high in antioxidants and has moisturizing and firming properties. It also works to stimulate cell regeneration and sometimes works as a surfactant. It easily penetrates deep into skin to stimulate the synthesis of collagen, elastin and other proteins that help keep skin firm.

VITAMIN E

Extraction: tocopherol or vitamin E, is naturally found in vegetable fats and oils, cereals, nuts and green and yellow leafy vegetables.

Benefits: it is used in cosmetics for its antioxidant properties and also acts as a skin conditioning agent. Reduces the appearance of stretch marks, helps improve skin tone, moisturizes and helps keep skin firm. For hair care, Holy Basil helps improve the blood circulation in the scalp which stimulates hair growth and helps to condition hair and provide shine.

SODIUM BENZOATE

Extraction: benzoic acid salt that is naturally found in blueberries, prunes, cinnamon and apple.

Benefits: it is used as a cosmetic preservative to prevent the growth and proliferation of fungi and bacteria in the products. 

BETA-SITOSTEROL

Extraction: fatty acid from vegetable origin. Beta-Sitosterol is naturally produced 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: it provides a lot of hydration and acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.

GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE

Extraction: natural ester of vegetable origin of glycerin and caprylic acid.

Benefits: acts as an emulsion stabilizer and a moisturizing agent.

SQUALENE

Extraction: it is the hydrogenated version of squalene. It is an aliphatic triterpene extracted from rice bran, wheat germ and green olives. It has a 100% natural origin.

Benefits: it is a natural component of the skin and a good emollient and sebum restorer. It is used in regenerative treatments for dry skin. It has antioxidant properties and stimulates the immune system.

SEA SALT

Sourcing: Of natural origin, obtained by the evaporation of seawater.

Benefits: In cosmetics it has different applications, from hair products to boost hair volume. It also has benefits as an anti-acne product for the face. It also has anti-cellulite properties for the body.

CALCIUM GLUCONATE

Extraction: Calcium salt from gluconic acid. 

Benefits: It is used as a skin humectant and conditioning agent in cosmetic formulations.